The 35th instalment of the ASEAN Travel Forum (ATF) is set to showcase products and services from over 40 destinations across the 10 ASEAN countries, with a representation of more than 450 exhibition booths on the show floor. Host Philippines is spotlighting 13 regions from across the country, and this is one of Philippines’ best with over 150 exhibiting booths.
The appeal of ASEAN destinations has drawn the interest of global buyers from across 65 countries, with the participation of top markets such as Australia, France, Germany, India, Italy, Malaysia, Poland, Russia, Singapore, United Kingdom and United States of America. 500 hosted buyer and media delegates are featured at this largest collection of ASEAN tourism products and services. Some 100 hosted international media will join 75 local media from the Philippines to cover the latest travel developments that the region has to offer.
Registration booth at ATF 2015.
Christopher D’Souza, Global MICE Consultant of Liberty Travel, United States of America said, “I can’t think of any trade event that presents Asia in a better format than ATF which brings together 10 ASEAN countries all under one roof. Attending ATF allows me to source for my clients with ease.”
Juhan Kamaruddin, Editor of Gaya Travel, Malaysia concurred, “I find that ATF is an important platform for all ASEAN countries to meet, compare notes , update on each other’s progress with regards to tourism and push for a more integrated ASEAN. The region offers so much exoticism, diversity and getaway opportunities not just for those outside of ASEAN, but also for those based in AEAN. From a media standpoint, ATF allows me to obtain updates directly from the ASEAN members about their latest tourism offerings.”
It is certainly more fun in the Philippines with an exciting array of hosted tours that await the 2016 delegates. Right before the buzz of ATF, delegates will step into Manila’s rich history with day tours on January 18 and 19. The best is yet to come, as hosted foreign buyers and media are spoilt for choice in selecting one of the 10 available 4 days-3nights post-show tours commencing from January 23 to 26. From UNESCO sites and heritage tours, to islands hopping and highlands visit, there is a destination in the Philippines to suit every taste.
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For more event information, visit www.atfphilippines.com
