Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, organised by RX Global, will now take place from 14-17 September 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre following extensive consultations with exhibitors, buyers, and tourism stakeholders worldwide. The revised dates were announced to maximise participation, strengthen business opportunities, and enhance global industry engagement across the four-day event.
According to World Travel Market Portfolio, the decision reflects ATM’s continued commitment to aligning with the evolving needs of the international travel and tourism industry. Danielle Curtis, Regional Portfolio Director – UAE, RX Global, stated that the revised September schedule will help exhibitors, visitors, and buyers maximise networking, partnerships, and commercial opportunities at the event. She also acknowledged the support of strategic partners including Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, IHG, Al Rais Travel, and Dubai World Trade Centre.
Now in its 33rd edition, ATM continues to serve as one of the leading global platforms for destinations, airlines, hospitality brands, travel technology providers, and tourism professionals. ATM 2026 will be held under the theme “Travel 2040: Driving New Frontiers Through Innovation and Technology,” focusing on future trends reshaping global tourism.
A major highlight will be ATM Travel Tech alongside the dedicated Tech & Innovation Zone, showcasing advancements in AI, immersive experiences, robotics, fintech, smart mobility, and sustainable travel solutions. The extensive conference programme will feature the Global Stage, Future Stage, and Experience Hub, bringing together global tourism leaders, strategists, technology specialists, and research organisations.
Confirmed contributors include Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, Euromonitor’s Stephen Dutton, Dragon Trail’s Sienna Parulis-Cook, Videc, BBC travel and technology broadcaster Nick Kwek, and corporate strategist Rana Nawas. The programme will also include ICCA-led discussions focused on the future of global business events collaboration.
ATM 2026 is expected to attract thousands of exhibitors and travel professionals from across the world, further reinforcing Dubai’s role as a major global hub for tourism dialogue, innovation, and international business networking.
