Visitors intending to attend this year’ Akwaaba Travel Market slated for the22nd-24th of Nov. 2015 can now register online for the event on http://africantravelmarkets.com/. This comes as the International Air Transport Association (IATA), in line with their objective to improving connectivity in Africa will be partnering with Akwaaba to organize the Aviation day. The Aviation day will hold on the 23rd of Nov, the 2nd day of Akwaaba from 10am.
Over the last 10 years, Visitor attendance rate has grown at an average rate of 15.25% with visitors and exhibitors from over 20 countries of the world excluding 2014(due to the Ebola effect). To increase the number of quality audience for Exhibitors and increase Visitors experience, AFTM will be launching the maiden edition of the Wedding and Spa show which will have about 50 wedding planners in attendance with a live band, fashion show and lots of giveaways to be won including all-expense paid vacations to exotic destinations and hotel stays. The event comes up on the 22nd of Nov, 2015
Adefunke Adeyemi, IATA Regional Head for Member (Airline) and External Relations for Africa and the Middle East will be sharing a recent study and 12 nations report which shows how full air connectivity across those 12 countries would generate an additional $1.3bn in GDP, over 155,000 new jobs and numerous other socio-economic benefits at the Aviation Day.
The event will also feature other Guest Presentations, attendance is by registration. The event is open to all Travel Trade Professionals.
The Gambia the smiling coast of Africa will be showcasing its tourism bounties on the 23rd at The Gambia country day as well as market roots festival and wedding destinations at Akwaaba.
Dubai Tourism partners wedding Expo
The leading wedding destination for Nigerians, Dubai has chosen to further re-enforce its dominance by partnering with the Wedding Expo at Akwaaba. The wedding and spa day which is on the 22nd of November will open the 3 day exhibition.
South African Tourism is set to renew its passion for West-Africa @ Akwaaba. South Africa is the leading African Destination for West-Africans and the African powerhouse is not slacking it’s drive to be the premium destination in the world. Usually the most exciting stand to visit they plan to increase their play this year.
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’ leading Airline with the largest fleet of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner will be showcasing their new destinations at Akwaaba. Routes include Japan, Korea, Philippines, Ireland, Los Angeles (USA), Cape Town (South-Africa), Gaborone (Botswana), Goma (Congo) and Yaoundé (Cameroun) ET now flies to 53 African destinations.
Radisson Blu Mammy Yoko reaches out for more.
One of the best located hotels in West-Africa, Radisson Blu in Freetown seeks to explore more since opening it’s doors last year this hotel has positioned itself as one the best locations in West Africa.
Fiesta Royale a consistent hospitality brand not far away from Kotoka International Airport, Accra seeks to further re-enforce its unique niche in the Accra Hospitality Business. Coming to Akwaaba has always showed this unique hotel in good light. Their stand is always an attraction because of a carefuly crafted floor operations.
La Palm Royal Beach Hotel renews brand promise @ Akwaaba.
Once the leading destination for Nigerian Travellers to the Ghanaian Market, La Palm Royal has refurbished its facilities and is set to re-launch itself to the global Market with the largest gardens in Ghana La Palm Royal Beach returns to Akwaaba.
The Chairman of Alomo Bitters to speak @ Akwaaba Wine Tasting Event.
The Most successful African drink and its numerous cocktail versions will be on showcase at Akwaaba. Dr Kwabena Adjei “the African Herbal Beverage Master” will be sharing his experience with the African Audience. Alomo Bitters originating in Ghana became the highest selling Drink in Nigeria. His success made Guinness Nigeria introduce its own version “Orijin” and the Nigerian Breweries “ACE Roots” version soon followed. Kasapreko Company Limited has since introduced other beverages into the Market like Kalahari & Carnival.
Nigerians are the 2nd fastest growing market for Wine in the World with net worth of US$300 million a year and value expected to reach $370 by 2015. Wine Tasting Event at the Hospitality Day presents an opportunity for Wine Producers from South Africa and other parts of the World to Network and Market to over 50 Wine distributors from across Nigeria. It also offers wine distributors the opportunity to deal directly with wine producers eliminating the middle men. The wine tasting event will hold on the 24th Nov, 2015. Attendance is by registration.
Travelstart Nigeria to extend its reach across Africa through Akwaaba 2015. Travelstart is the largest and fastest growing online travel agency in Africa, providing independent flight comparisons between low fares airlines as well as all major international airlines.
According to the Head of Communications for Travelstart Nigeria, Oluwakemi Ojo said, “We’re delighted to have the opportunity to participate in this year’s AKWAABA African Travel Market Expo, to build on our existing affiliations, acquire competitive advantage for Travelstart and stay up-to-date with latest development in the travel industry.
The Hospitality Day which focuses on the Hospitality Industry will feature presentations on the usage of various latest Technologies to drive sales & retain clients. Country Manager- Travelstart Nigeria, Lilian Obinna-Igwe will be discussing ‘Online Travel Booking in Africa and How It Works’ This event is open to all Hotel and Hospitality Professionals. Hospitality Day holds on the 24thNov, 2015. Attendance is by registration.
Last year Bob Bamgboye made a brilliant presentation on the hotel of the future. His presentation was such that he will be speaking again this year.
Samsung will once again wow the audience with their state of the art hotel TV technology.
Akwaaba: African Travel Market will be taking place from the 22nd to the 24th of November 2015 at the Eko Hotels & Suites Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
AFTM is listed by United Nations World Organisation (UNWTO), a partner event of African Travel Association (ATA), partner with International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the only member of International Tourism Trade Fairs Association (ITTFA) in West Africa.
