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Welcome to The Travel Convention
On behalf of ABTA, it is my pleasure to welcome our members, Partners, travel journalists and the wider industry to Costa Navarino in Messinia.
I would like to thank our destination hosts, the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) and Costa Navarino for their warm welcome and for supporting the event in many different ways; from hosting our refreshment breaks and lunches, to our welcome and host parties, and much more besides.
I would also like to thank our Lead Partner, easyJet holidays; our Headline Partners, Global and Intrepid Travel; our Trade Media Partner, Travel Weekly, and all the other organisations that have contributed towards the success of this year’s event through sponsorships and advertising.
This year’s business session theme, Shaping our future, will tackle the opportunities and challenges facing our industry leaders as they look towards 2025 and beyond, examining some of the major shifts that are transforming our world and understanding the implications for travel. Through the engaging presentations and discussions, we aim to shape an industry that leads with purpose and drives meaningful progress.
Costa Navarino has evolved significantly since it last hosted our Convention nearly a decade ago, with a new resort comprising the W Costa Navarino, Mandarin Oriental and the Navarino Agora marketplace, located just 15 minutes’ drive from Navarino Dunes. The two resorts continue to demonstrate the organisation’s commitment to sustainable tourism, and I look forward to hearing more about their future ambitions during the event.
Lastly, please do explore Messinia during your stay. The region offers incredible golden sand beaches, olive groves, vineyards, picturesque villages, historic castles and there are some wonderful walks, running routes and other sporting activities within Navarino Dunes for you to enjoy during your free time.
I wish you all an inspiring stay in Greece and look forward to seeing you over the next few days.
Mark Tanzer Chief Executive ABTA
Lead partner Trade media partner
Headline partners
Kalós írthate, Welcome to Greece!
It is with great delight that I welcome delegates of the ABTA Convention 2024 to the Peloponnese, where myth and history intertwine amidst the stunning landscapes of Messinia. The travel landscape has shifted significantly since we last hosted The Travel Convention in 2015, yet the timeless allure of this region remains.
In Messinia, every moment offers an opportunity to explore breathtaking landscapes and connect with local communities. Discover how history meets contemporary culture at the medieval sites of Methoni and Koroni, the remarkably preserved Mycenaean Palace of Nestor, and Kalamata’s vibrant International Dance Festival.
Our local communities are the guardians of the area’s cultural heritage and warm hospitality. As you savour the local cuisine, delight in traditional craftsmanship, and engage with regional customs, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the charm of Messinia.
Sustainable practices and preservation initiatives are not only at the local community’s core but also at the heart of our tourism strategy. Costa Navarino, as our co-host resort, exemplifies this dedication to responsible tourism, aligning perfectly with our national tourism goals. The resort’s ongoing partnerships with local communities ensure that tourism benefits are shared widely, fostering economic growth and cultural preservation.
In between business sessions and networking opportunities, I encourage you to immerse yourselves in authentic local experiences and the natural beauty that surrounds us.
Join us in shaping a future where tourism nurtures both the environment and local communities and discover why Messinia and Greece continue to captivate travellers from around the world.
Olga Kefalogianni Minister of Tourism
It is with great pride and pleasure that we once again extend a warm welcome to the delegates of ABTA’s Travel Convention at Costa Navarino. At the heart of everything we do is our unwavering commitment to promoting and preserving both the natural environment and the rich cultural heritage of this region.
This year marks an exciting period of growth for Costa Navarino, as we are in full operation with four world-class resorts: The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, The Westin Resort Costa Navarino, W Costa Navarino and Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino. With four signature golf courses, the vibrant Navarino Agora marketplace, our Costa Navarino Residences, and an expansive array of sports and authentic experiences, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
We are deeply honored that ABTA has once again chosen Greece, and more specifically Messinia and Costa Navarino, as the host destination for the Travel Convention.
During your stay, we invite you to explore the unspoiled beauty, rich heritage, and diverse offerings that define this extraordinary destination.
We wish you an enriching and memorable time here.
Achilles V. Constantakopoulos Chairman TEMES S.A.
Programme of events
Monday 7 October
07:00 Resort Run
08:00-15:45 Cycle for LifeLine and lunch* “
See app for details
09:00-14:30 Gialova hike*
11:00-12:00 Olive oil tasting*
09:45-12:15 Clean Messinia*
Divari White Beach
18:15-19:15 Members’ Reception*** Anax Lounge
19:30-20:00 Opening Ceremony Romanos Pool
20:00-22:45 Welcome Party Romanos Pool
23:00-02:00 Convention Bar
Tuesday 8 October
07:00 Resort Run
Anax Lounge
See app for details
08:00-09:15 Travel Weekly Business Breakfast *** Cosmos B, House of Events
09:30-15:45 Business sessions House of Events
09:40-09:50 Welcome and introduction
09:50-10:05 Opening remarks
10:05-10:35 Shifting sands
10:35-11:10 Forces reshaping the consumer industry
11:10-11:20 ABTA LifeLine
Jonathan Samuels
Mark Tanzer
Ros Atkins
Alistair Pritchard
Danielle Rawson
Trudie Clements
11:20-11:50 Coffee break Symbol and Agora
11:50-12:25 Shaping our future
12:35-13:20 Breakout sessions
Breakout 1 Holiday Habits: consumer
Panel led by Lucy Huxley
Cosmos A, Cosmos B, Main stage
Graeme Buck sentiment report launch 2024
Emma Brennan
Breakout 2 Travel law: navigating the challenges Panel led by of a changing travel world
Breakout 3 AI in action
Krystene Bousfield
Richard Addey
Simon Powell
12:35-13:20 The Sustainable Travel Agora*** Theory - Ground Floor
13:20-14:25 Lunch
14:35-15:10 The next silvers
Morias Restaurant
Debbie Marshall
ABTA reserves the right to change the programme as outlined in
15:10-15:45 Face to face with Johan Lundgren Johan Lundgren
15:45 Business sessions close16:00 Net-walk Symbol/Agora
Free time for networking -
18:30-20:00 Meet the Media* Between, W Costa Navarino
20:30-23:00 Host Party Gialova Beach
23:15-02:00 Convention Bar Anax Lounge
Wednesday 9 October
07:00 Resort Run
See app for details
09:35-15:40 Business sessions House of Events
09:45-09:50 Welcome to day two Jonathan Samuels 09:50-10:10 Investment in travel Rick Jones Eleanor Scott
10:10-11:00 Reframing leadership on sustainability Minette Batters
Matt Callaghan
Linden Coppell
11:00-11:30 Coffee break Symbol and Agora
11:30-12:05 Talking travel Panel led by Ian Taylor
12:05-13:05 The changing face of leadership and work Blaire Palmer
Jo Rzymowska
13:05-14:05 Lunch Morias Restaurant
14:15-14:50 Tourism for good Richard Hammond
Hazel McGuire
Vasilis Karakousis
14:50-15:20 The unifying power of sport Kirsty Gallacher
Emily Campbell
15:20-15:45 Closing remarks Alistair Rowland 15:45 Business sessions end16:00 Net-walk Symbol/Agora Free time for networking22:00-02:00 Convention Bar Anax Lounge
All events take place at the House of Events, unless noted.
* advance booking required ** media only *** invitation only
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Welcome and introduction 09:40-09:50
Jonathan Samuels, Moderator
Jonathan Samuels, a Sky News presenter and travel writer, will open the business sessions with an overview of this year’s Convention theme and programme.
Forces reshaping the 10:35-11:10 consumer industry
Alistair Pritchard, Lead Partner, Travel & Aviation, Deloitte LLP
Danielle Rawson, Director, Travel, Hospitality & Leisure Advisory, Deloitte LLP
Six major forces are reshaping the consumer industry, creating new opportunities and risks amid economic, social, and technological transitions. This shift is happening against a backdrop of challenges such as accelerated climate change, growing economic inequality, declining trust, and increasing polarisation. Alistair and Danielle will present Deloitte’s research on how these forces will impact markets, models and mechanics of consumer-facing companies over the next decade.
Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive, ABTA
ABTA’s Chief Executive, Mark Tanzer, explores the central theme of this year’s Travel Convention, Shaping our future, and provides an update on the year at ABTA and for the sector since the 2023 Convention.
Shifting sands 10:05-10:35
Ros Atkins, Broadcaster and Journalist
Renowned broadcaster, journalist and news analyst, Ros Atkins, will provide his perspective on the economic, policy and power shifts taking place in the UK and around the world that will reshape our future.
After his keynote, Ros will be interviewed by Jonathan Samuels and take questions from the audience.
ABTA LifeLine 11:10-11:20
Trudie Clements, Director, ABTA LifeLine
The Director of ABTA LifeLine will talk about the difference the charity has made with your support since last year’s Convention, and outline this year’s Convention LifeLine initiatives.
Coffee break 11:20-11:50
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Shaping our future 11:50-12:25
Derek Jones, Non-Executive Director, Not Just Travel
Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive, ABTA
Garry Wilson, CEO, easyJet holidays
Chaired by: Lucy Huxley, Editor-in-chief, Travel Weekly Group
Three ABTA Board Members, led by Lucy Huxley, will discuss the Convention theme, Shaping our future, focusing on opportunities, challenges, and strategies for the travel sector, including collaborative innovation, lobbying, and the role of ABTA as the anchor association in coordinating and leading the industry.
Breakout
sessions | 12:35-13:20
Holiday Habits: consumer Cosmos A sentiment report launch 2024
Graeme Buck, Director of Communications, ABTA
Emma Brennan, Head of Media and Communications, ABTA
Join Graeme Buck and Emma Brennan of ABTA to find out the results of this year’s Holiday Habits report at this exclusive briefing. Running since 2011, ABTA’s annual Holiday Habits report is one of the most respected reports of its kind. Each year, it outlines how people travelled in the year just gone, and looks ahead to prospects for the next 12 months.
Chaired by: Carol Rose, Head of Sustainability, ABTA
To promote responsible travel, the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) UK launched the Sustainable Travel Agora in 2023. This forum unites travel industry peers to advance sustainability efforts and foster a community committed to sustainable practices. Led by Carol Rose of ABTA, the Agora will hold a special meeting focused on balancing nature protection with responsible tourism.
Travel law: navigating the Cosmos B challenges of a changing travel world
Simon Bunce, Director of Legal Affairs, ABTA
Chris Roche, CEO, The Adventure People
Rich Simpson, Governance & Compliance Manager-Travel,The Midcounties Co-operative
Chaired by: Krystene Bousfield, Partner, Travlaw
Richard Addey, Senior Regional Director, N. Europe, Sabre
Simon Powell, CEO, Inspiretec
Chaired by: Stuart Parker, Director of Operations, ABTA
A regulatory overhaul brings challenges for the travel industry, including extreme weather, protests, and demands for more ESG transparency. The panel will discuss rising pressures from regulators, customer rights, and sustainability concerns.
This session will explore the transformative power of AI within the travel industry, highlighting applications that are already reshaping how businesses operate and enhance customer experiences. The speakers will also explore AI-driven technologies on the horizon that will further transform the sector by improving operational intelligence and decision-making capabilities.
The next silvers 14:35-15:10
Debbie Marshall, Managing Director, Silver Marketing Association
Little attention has been given to younger Gen X and older millennials nearing 50, who are at their peak income but have limited leisure time. Debbie Marshall will discuss their wealth and needs and how they will shape product planning and marketing in the next decade.
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Face to face with Johan Lundgren
Johan Lundgren, CEO, easyJet
This interview will offer insights into Johan Lundgren’s time at easyJet, including steering the airline through the pandemic and pursuing its goal of becoming “Europe’s most loved airline, winning for customers, shareholders and the company’s people”. He will also discuss the growth of easyJet holidays, which he launched, his vision for the future and personal plans as he prepares to step down next year.
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Business sessions | Wednesday 9 October
Investment in travel 09:50-10:10
Reframing leadership on sustainability 10:10-11:00
Welcome to day two 09:45-09:50
Jonathan Samuels, Moderator
Rick Jones, UK Hospitality, Sport & Leisure leader, Corporate Finance Partner, PWC
Eleanor Scott, Partner, Strategy& (part of the PwC UK network)
Rick Jones and Eleanor Scott will present PwC’s insights on investment trends in travel. They will explore key areas of investor interest, investment outlook, and broader implications for the travel sector. The session will feature proprietary research and crystal ball gazing on potential growth areas in travel over the next two to three years.
Minette Batters, Former President of the National Farmers’ Union
Matt Callaghan, COO, easyJet holidays
Linden Coppell, VP Sustainability & ESG, MSC Cruises S.A
Minette Batters will address the need for leaders to reframe their thinking about sustainability as an add-on, to a perspective that treats sustainability as core to their business. She will be joined by Matt Callaghan and Linden Coppell to discuss what the travel sector can take away from her experience in the food and farming industry.
The changing face of leadership 12:05-13:05 and work Coffee break 11:00-11:30
Giles Hawke, VP and MD UK/Ireland & EMEA, Celebrity Cruises
Lesley Taylor, MD, Cosmos & Avalon Waterways
Eleni Skarveli, Director UK & Ireland, Greek National Tourism Organisation
Ken Campling, Group Finance Director, Hays Travel
Chaired by: Ian Taylor, Executive Editor, Travel Weekly
Ian Taylor, Executive Editor at the Travel Weekly Group will be joined by a panel of industry experts to discuss the future growth potential for travel highlighted in PwC’s presentation earlier in the day. Ian will facilitate the discussion and invite questions from the audience.
Blaire Palmer, Future of Leadership Expert Jo Rzymowska, Owner, Jovolution
To lead effectively in today’s world, we must rethink leadership amidst hybrid work, talent wars, cost of living, wellness, mental health, tech transformation, and DEI. Blaire Palmer will explore how to foster thriving ideas and build a future-ready organisation. Jo Rzymowska will join Blaire to discuss the challenges for senior travel professionals adapting to this new world of work.
Convention moderator, Jonathan Samuels, will welcome delegates to day two of the business sessions and set the scene for another day of insightful content. Lunch 13:05-14:05
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Business sessions | Wednesday 9 October
Tourism for good 14:15-14:50
Vasilis Karakousis, Sustainability Director, TEMES –Developers of Costa Navarino
Hazel Mcguire, General Manager UK & Ireland, Intrepid Travel
Richard Hammond, Executive Producer, Green Traveller Productions
Responsible tourism is about creating great places to live as well as to visit. In this session, our panel will explore how travel can be a force for good, benefiting both travellers and local communities. They will discuss the opportunities and challenges in developing innovative projects that are enriching travel experiences. Join us as we delve into the positive impact these initiatives can have on the industry and communities alike.
Full session descriptions are available on the Convention app
The unifying power of sport 14:50-15:20
Kirsty Gallacher, Sports Presenter and Smooth Radio Host
Emily Campbell, World and Olympic Medalist
As this year’s Travel Convention draws to a close in the Peloponnese – home to ancient Olympia – we’ll reflect on a monumental summer of sport, with a special look at the 2024 Olympics. Joining us is the renowned sports broadcaster and Smooth Radio host, Kirsty Gallacher. With decades of experience covering the world’s biggest sporting events, Kirsty has been at the forefront of broadcasting, soundtracking iconic sporting moments with the perfect blend of music and commentary.
During the final business session, Kirsty will offer unique insights from her distinguished career in sports journalism, sharing her stories interviewing world’s top athletes, the triumphs of winning a medal, and the role of positivity in high-level competition. She’ll be joined by Emily Campbell, Team GB’s phenomenal double World and Olympic medallist, for an inspiring conversation about the unifying power of sport and the remarkable resilience of champions.
Closing remarks 15:20-15:45
Alistair Rowland, Chair, ABTA
The Chair of ABTA will highlight the key takeaways from the business sessions and thank all those involved in delivering this year’s event in Greece, as he brings the 2024 Travel Convention to a close.
Guest speakers
We’d like to thank our Supporting Partners – Avis Budget Group, Equals Money and Sabre – for sponsoring our guest speakers: Minette Batters, Blaire Palmer and Emily Campbell.
Coffee breaks and lunch
The coffee breaks and lunch during the business sessions are sponsored by Costa Navarino and will take place in Symbol, the Agora and the Morias Restaurant.
During the breaks, take the opportunity to connect with our destination hosts, the ABTA team, our Lead Partner easyJet holidays, our Headline Partners Global and Intrepid Travel, and our Trade Media Partner, Travel Weekly.
Social events
Monday 7 October
Opening Ceremony
Romanos Pool
19:30-20:00
This year’s Convention hosts, the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO), will formally welcome delegates to Greece during the Opening Ceremony.
The ceremony will include welcome speeches along with a dance procession inspired by ancient Greek statues and the sounds of the sea.
Welcome Party 20:00-22:45
Romanos Pool
The Welcome Party offers the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals and ease into the Convention spirit while being warmly welcomed to Greece.
The evening will feature a water ballet performed by Olympic synchronised swimmers as well as a buffet supper and music from a renowned local DJ.
Tuesday 8 October
Host Party
Beach
20:30-23:00
Delegates are invited to attend the Host Party on Gialova Beach, sponsored by the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO).
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of a traditional Greek “Panigiri” – a joyful celebration of community – while enjoying a typical Greek buffet dinner and drinks.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Convention Bar
Anax Lounge
23:00-02:00
On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, delegates will be able to continue networking until the early hours at the ever-popular Convention Bar.
Sponsored by Equals Money (Monday) and Holiday Extras (Tuesday), the Convention Bar provides the perfect setting to catch up with fellow delegates after the official functions.
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Gialova
Other social events and activities
Monday 7 October
Thank you to everyone who signed up for Cycle for LifeLine, as well as our sponsors, Intrepid Travel and Avis Budget Group, for supporting this initiative. The e-bike tour includes exploring a renovated monastery, indulging in an olive oil and wine tour with tastings, and savouring authentic Greek delicacies for lunch — with all proceeds going to ABTA LifeLine.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Cycle for LifeLine* 08:00-15:45 Clean Messinia* 09:00-12:15 Resort Run 07:00
Meeting point: The Westin Resort Lobby
Delegates are invited to join a Resort Run at 7am each morning of the Convention, providing a scenic and enjoyable start to the day.
Net-walk (Tuesday/Wednesday) 16:00
Meeting point: Symbol/Agora
Whether you walk for 10 minutes or for an hour, use this informal opportunity to enjoy some fresh air and make new connections. See the Convention app for more details.
We would like to extend our thanks to everyone who signed up for this community project to clean up litter on Divari White Beach. Special thanks also go to Save Your Hood for organising the project and to our sponsor, easyJet holidays, for their generous support. All proceeds will be donated to Save Your Hood and matched by easyJet holidays.
Members’ Reception*** 18:00-19:00
Anax Lounge
ABTA members are invited to join ABTA’s Board and senior leadership team for a welcome reception that will take place immediately prior to the Opening Ceremony. The event, sponsored by easyJet holidays, will take place within the Anax Lounge at the Romanos Hotel.
Tuesday 8 October
Travel Weekly Business Breakfast *** 08:00-09:15
Cosmos B, House of Events
As a precursor to the main stage sessions, Travel Weekly’s invitation-only business breakfast will assess current trading and the outlook for the future with a focus on challenges and opportunities for the travel trade.
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Meet the Media* 18:30-20:00
Between, W Costa Navarino
Sponsored by Intrepid Travel, join this year’s hosted media for an exclusive drinks reception at the W Costa Navarino’s beach bar ‘Between’.
ABTA – The Travel Association
ABTA is a trade association for UK travel agents, tour operators and the wider travel industry. We’re the largest travel trade body, with over 4,600 travel brands in membership who have a combined pre-pandemic annual UK turnover of £40 billion.
We work closely with our members to help raise and maintain standards and build a more sustainable travel industry, and provide travellers with advice, guidance and support.
Our members sign up to a code of conduct and commit to agreed service standards and fair trading.
ABTA, together with our members, helps people travel with confidence. So much so that 89% of people are more likely to book a holiday with an ABTA member than a non-member.
www.abta.com
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Head of Brand and Marketing
Claire Biddle
Commercial Director
Billy Bishop
Certifications, Compliance and Quality
Control Manager
Emma Brennan Head of Media and Communications
Tara Gandhi
Senior Partnerships Executive
Laura Jackson
Media and PR Manager
Radka Pencevova
Membership & Financial Protection Assistant
Carol Rose Head of Sustainability
Wilma Thaning
UK and EU Public Affairs Executive
Sean Tipton Media Relations Manager
Danny Waine Head of Membership
Trudie Clements
ABTA LifeLine Director
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Stuart Parker, Director of Operations
Susan Deer, Director of Industry Relations
Graeme Buck, Director of Communications
Simon Bunce, Director of Legal Affairs
Rachel Jordan, Director of Membership and Financial Protection
Felicity Jefferis-Boyd, Director of Finance
Senior Leadership Team
Mark Tanzer, Chief Executive
Luke Petherbridge, Director of Public Affairs
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Winners of the Sustainable Future Award at the Globe Travel Awards, easyJet holidays’ sustainability strategy, ‘HolidayBetter’, focuses on three key pillars – create better holiday choices which is about making sustainable travel affordable and accessible to everyone; keep our holidays special which is maximising the benefits and minimising the negative impacts of travel and tourism, and transform travel for everyone which means embedding sustainability into business decisions and behaviours and driving meaningful change in the industry. The tour operator has partnered with UN Tourism to help develop the first environmental, social and governance framework for tourism businesses, co-designing a measurement tool that is meaningful and feasible for better monitoring how tourism businesses impact, and depend on, people, planet and prosperity.
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Global is one of the world’s leading Media & Entertainment groups. With a huge weekly reach, it is the UK and Europe’s largest Radio & Outdoor company.
Global is home to respected, national, market leading media brands including Capital, Heart, Classic FM, LBC, Global’s Newsroom, Smooth, Radio X, Capital XTRA, Gold.
Global Player, the official app for all our brands, is at the core of Global’s content, allowing listeners to enjoy all of Global’s brand content, both audio and video, as well as award-winning podcasts, and expertly-curated playlists, in one place in app, web and smart speakers.
With an extensive and diverse portfolio, Global is also the leading Outdoor company in the UK & one of the largest in Europe with over 235,000 sites reaching 95% of the UK population. Global also created and operates DAX, the market leader in digital audio advertising and a pioneering platform in programmatic outdoor advertising.
On-air, on Global Player and with our outdoor platforms combined, Global reaches 51 million individuals across the UK every week, including 28.6 million on the radio alone.
Travel brands are diving into popular culture more than ever. At Global we contextually target creative at scale on air, online, out of home and via live events.
We meaningfully connect your travel messages with audiences by making everyone’s day brighter!
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Headline partners
At Intrepid Travel, we’ve been taking travellers around the globe since 1989. That’s over 30 years of adventures, visiting new places and old friends, and countless unforgettable moments.
Intrepid Travel was founded by two friends who believed travel could benefit both travellers and the communities they visit. Today, we’re proud to offer 1000s of experiences in more than 100 countries across a variety of themes and styles.
As the world’s largest purpose-led adventure travel brand – and a proud B Corp – we’re on a mission to create positive change through the joy of travel. Our curious, connected and conscious global community is here to give back – and have a great time while doing it.
We’re so excited to be here with you in Greece. Our local leaders continue to excite and delight everyone who joins an adventure here with Intrepid.
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Useful information
Convention
app Badges and lanyards
The Convention app offers delegates the opportunity to make connections before, during and after the event, and to submit questions and engage in interactive polls during the business sessions. The app also provides an at-a-glance guide to this year’s Convention programme.
Details of how to download the Convention app, sponsored by Inspiretec, have been emailed to delegates.
Please wear your badge and lanyard, sponsored by easyJet holidays, throughout the Convention to illustrate that you are a registered delegate. The organisers have the right to refuse admission to anyone not wearing a badge. If you lose your badge, a replacement may be obtained from the Convention information desk located in the House of Events.
Sustainability
Delegate items have been created from environmentally friendly materials as part of ABTA’s commitment to implementing sustainable practices.
Dress codes
Business sessions: Business attire
Welcome Party and Host Party: Party wear
Private events
ABTA is happy for private events to take place during the Convention, provided they do not clash with the Opening Ceremony, Welcome Party, business sessions, lunch (Tuesday and Wednesday), coffee breaks, Host Party or Convention Bar. Any company hosting a private event that clashes with the official programme will be barred from attending future Travel Conventions.
Thank you from ABTA
Convention Advisory Panel
Matt Callaghan, easyJet holidays
Giles Hawke, Celebrity Cruises
Alison Jones, Global
Rick Jones, PWC
Hazel McGuire, Intrepid Travel
Rachel O’Reilly, Kuoni
Ailsa Pollard, ABTA Board
Simon Powell, Inspiretec
Alistair Pritchard, Deloitte
Alistair Rowland, Blue Bay Travel
Belinda Vazquez, TUI
Gillian Wickers, British Airways
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The Romanos Lobby Delegate check-in
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