Taking place on Tuesday 4th November, the event will once again be held in association with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), moderated by Christian Fraser, Chief Presenter at BBC News. Taking place in the new Maritime Suite, George V Room 1 (part of Excel London’s newest expansion), the summit, now in its 19th year, is expected to showcase its most impactful lineup so far, building on momentum from previous events.

Last year, the summit brought together over 50 Tourism Ministers – a 12% increase on 2023 and record figure to date. A growth which reflects an overall uptake in attendance for WTM London, with 2025 on track to become the largest in the event’s 45-year history.

This year, the summit, ‘Reimagining Tourism Investment Models: Building Next-Generation Incentives’, will explore innovative approaches to tourism investment and forward-looking incentives, aligning with the show’s overarching conference theme of ‘Reimagining Travel in a Changing World’. Building on last year’s discussion, which focused on artificial intelligence, this year’s summit will address key topics such as the integration of emerging technologies to unlock new markets, tools to align investment with national economic transformation agendas and how to diversify tourism investment for long-term resilience.

With tourism entering a decisive stage of transformation, the summit will present clear steps to take tourism investment models from traditional and service-based to strategic and forward-looking.

Elsewhere on Tuesday 4th November, WTM London’s wider conference programme will see the return of the Sustainability and Geo-economics summits, as well as the unveiling of the latest WTM Global Travel Report, with the Technology and DEAI summits to follow the next day. The final day of the event will feature the Marketing summit, ITT Future You Forum and closing keynote session, with a soon to be announced special guest.

Chris Carter-Chapman, WTM London Event Director, said: “As the world’s most influential travel show, we’re delighted to be hosting the Minister’s Summit once more, particularly after such a strong attendance last year. WTM London has an undoubted impact at policy level, leading the way in top level discussion about the key issues affecting global tourism. As the industry adapts to challenges such as conflict and climate change, and opportunities like those presented by technological advances, it’s important to come together to share best practice and consider how we can harness tourism as a force for good.”

For all media enquiries, additional comment and request for interview please contact:

Becca Krug and Evie Nicholls at Davies Tanner:
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Dotombori is a district in Osaka, Japan. The area runs along the Dotonbori canal from Dotonboribashi Bridge to Nipponbashi Bridge. Dotonbori is famous for its glittering signage and billboards with a giant pufferfish, an octopus, a clown, the Kani Douraku crab all vying for your attention and creating an amusement park-like atmosphere. Of all these signs however, the most famous is that of the Glico running man above Ebisubashi Bridge.

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American Acquisition and Gold Rush
In 1867, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million, a transaction known as “Seward’s Folly” after U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward. This acquisition added a vast and resource-rich territory to the United States. The discovery of gold in the 1890s, particularly during the Klondike Gold Rush, brought an influx of settlers and miners, significantly increasing the population and economic activity in the region.

Territorial Status and World War II
Alaska was organized as a U.S. territory in 1912. During World War II, the Aleutian Islands were invaded by Japanese forces, marking the only occupation of U.S. soil during the war. The construction of military bases during this period contributed to the population growth of Alaskan cities and highlighted Alaska’s strategic importance.

Statehood and Modern Era
Alaska was granted statehood on January 3, 1959, becoming the 49th state of the United States. The discovery of oil at Prudhoe Bay in 1968 and the completion of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline in 1977 led to an economic boom. However, this development also brought environmental challenges, exemplified by the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill, one of the worst environmental disasters in U.S. history.

Cultural and Social Developments
Alaska’s diverse indigenous cultures have played a significant role in its history. The Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples, among others, have rich traditions and complex social structures. The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 was a landmark law that settled land claims and provided for the establishment of Native corporations, significantly impacting the social and economic landscape of Alaska.

Natural Disasters and Environmental Issues
Alaska has experienced significant natural disasters, including the 1964 Good Friday earthquake, which was one of the most powerful earthquakes recorded in the United States. The state continues to face environmental challenges, particularly related to oil drilling and climate change.
Alaska remains a unique and vital part of the United States, with a history marked by exploration, cultural diversity, and significant economic and environmental events.

David is traveling by train from Krakow to Prague and they had several unexpected experiences that shows what it is in real life traveling or backpacking Europe.

The comfortable EuroCity Cracovia train transports you from city centre to city centre in seven hours. There is a departure daily but the most convenient and comfortable is the direct night train. Choose from 2nd class seats, couchettes, or sleeping cars with 1-, 2-, or 3-person compartments. Sleeping cars feature individual beds, wash basins, and ample luggage space. You can book a single bed in a Double or Triple compartment, but compartments are gender-specific unless booked entirely. Prices include pillows, bedding, and blankets, with complimentary morning coffee/tea and snacks from the car attendant. Deluxe Double and Single sleeping car compartments offer en-suite showers and WC. Couchettes are available in 4 or 6-bed compartments, always mixed-sex, with inclusive pillows, bedding, and blankets.

Street View had its inception in 2001 with the Stanford CityBlock Project, a Google-sponsored Stanford University research project. The project ended in June 2006, and its technology was folded into Street View. The technology was launched on May 25, 2007, in the United States.

In 2017 Google announced that they were improving the quality of the street view panoramic photo by revamping its mapping vehicles with all-new high-resolution camera systems and artificial intelligence. The new Google cars have been seen in various American cities since March 2017, as well as in Japan since August. The first images taken with the new generation of cameras were available online on September 13. In October 2017, the makers of the Insta360 Pro announced the certification of the first “Street View auto ready” camera for US$3,500; it uses six lenses for a 360° view and comes with Stitcher software. In addition to purchase, the camera rig is also available to qualified entities as part of the Google loaner program, with 50 cameras available to loan.

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On the Main Stage

The first keynote speaker, Maria Teixidor, will lead the way on the Main Stage with an enlightening fireside address on the first day of the show. The exclusive interview, titled ‘Beyond the Pitch: Maria Teixidor Unveils the Playbook for Leadership, Culture, and Equality at Barcelona FC’, will see Maria share her personal experience as a woman within one of the world’s most renowned men’s football clubs. As a previous member of the Board of Directors of Barcelona FC, and the first woman to hold the position of Board of Directors’ Secretary, she will share thought-provoking insights into the multifaceted world of football leadership, delving into the strategies and values that underpin the creation of a thriving team culture and a devoted fan base.

An icon in women’s football, having also held responsibility for the growth of the female team, Maria will reveal how she successfully navigated the challenges of working in a male-dominated industry, and share actionable steps for achieving gender equality.

This first keynote address perfectly embodies the essence of IBTM World’s 2023 conference programme, giving a platform to voices from as many different backgrounds, perspectives, and identities as possible, all of whom will challenge, inspire and energise delegates to steer the events industry into an inclusive and prosperous future.

This includes Ellie Middleton, an autistic and ADHD speaker, writer and creator. After a lifetime of feeling misunderstood, Ellie was diagnosed with both autism and ADHD at the age of 24. Since then, she has gone on to build an audience of almost 400,000 people online, write her first book with Penguin Life, and work with global brands like Disney, Google, Samsung and LinkedIn to change the narrative on neurodivergence.

Her stimulating session, titled ‘The future of events: neuro inclusion as a channel to cultivating belonging’, will see her join a lively discussion, with representatives from Google and FIRST, about embracing neurodiversity when designing experiences to show how events can truly resonate with all brain types.

The team behind IBTM firmly believe that both Maria and Ellie’s insights are of great benefit to anyone, regardless of background or identity, who is experiencing that challenging or adverse working environments are hindering their professional success.

Continuing the Conversation

Recognising that not every attendee accesses content in the same way, this year IBTM World has launched Workplace Revolution, a welcoming space where delegates can hold conversations with inspirational figures in a relaxed, campfire-style setting.

These figures include CEO of equity, diversity and inclusion consultancy SLS 360, Samantha Stimpson B.Ed MA, who will host a practical workshop, titled “Creating diverse cultures: why, how, when …’ Samantha promises to equip delegates with the knowledge, tools, and strategies they will need to create these cultures within their organisations and will demonstrate how such cultures can drive innovation and boost productivity.

Also at Workplace Revolution, will be Richard John, C.O.O at Realise Me Ltd, a specialist events services agency, with his session ‘Diversifying the Workplace: tapping into the potential of those with learning difficulties’. Richard will be joined by representatives from Hilton Birmingham Metropole and The Power of Events, as well as Samantha Stimpson, as they delve into how hiring people with intellectual disability, or those from disenfranchised parts of society, can be a meaningful, powerful and beneficial option for event businesses.

Vasyl Zhygalo, IBTM World’s Portfolio Director, said: “This year’s show is all about illustrating to event professionals their role and influence in shaping business culture. For this culture to thrive, building an environment of inclusivity is essential. This is why we’re delighted to be welcoming such a dynamic range of industry titans to IBTM World 2023. Our market-leading conference programme gives these incredible speakers a platform to share their experiences and insights with our wonderful delegates, enabling all voices to be heard and respected, innovation to grow and, consequently, better business results to be achieved.”

The Darß lies northeast of Fischland and west of the peninsula of Zingst on the southern shore of the Baltic Sea. Its boundary with the Zingst being formed by the inlet of the Prerower Strom. To the north lies the Baltic Sea; to the south the lagoons of Saaler Bodden and Bodstedter Bodden, which belong to the Darss-Zingst Bodden Chain. The Darß measures between 10 and 12 kilometres (6.2 and 7.5 mi) from north to south and from east to west and is home to the villages of Born a. Darß, Prerow and Wieck. The village of Ahrenshoop in the municipality of Ahrenshoop belongs to Vordarß, whilst the southern villages in Ahrenshoop, Althagen and Niehagen, are part of Fischland.