Male’, Maldives -21st May 2026 – The organisers of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, alongside ATM Travel Tech 2026, have announced a revised schedule for the forthcoming edition of the region’s leading travel trade exhibition. The event will now be held from 14 to 17 September 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, marking another adjustment in its 2026 calendar following an earlier shift from its customary May slot to mid-August.
According to official updates shared with exhibitors and industry partners, the structure and programming of the exhibition will remain fully intact despite the change in dates. All pre-arranged sessions, business meetings, exhibitor showcases, and networking engagements will proceed as planned, ensuring continuity for participants across global markets.
The decision to reposition the event into September has been guided by a strategic intent to strengthen international attendance and enhance overall accessibility for stakeholders. Organisers have highlighted that the revised timing is expected to offer improved logistical flexibility, greater confidence for exhibitors, and broader participation from destinations, buyers, and travel professionals representing a wide spectrum of markets.
Recognised as one of the Middle East’s most influential B2B tourism platforms, Arabian Travel Market continues to serve as a pivotal meeting point for the global travel and tourism ecosystem. The exhibition traditionally brings together national tourism organisations, airlines, hospitality groups, cruise operators, and travel technology innovators. It remains a central hub for forging commercial partnerships, negotiating contracts, and showcasing destination offerings across key segments such as luxury travel, inbound tourism, outbound markets, MICE, and leisure experiences.
The latest schedule refinement also reflects the growing significance of ATM within the international tourism calendar, as the Middle East further consolidates its position as a dynamic hub for aviation, hospitality, and global connectivity. The event’s sustained evolution underscores its relevance in an increasingly competitive and interconnected travel landscape.
In parallel, Visit Maldives Corporation has confirmed that it will continue close coordination with the organisers and Maldivian co-exhibitors in relation to the updated timeline. All logistical preparations, stand allocations, and branding arrangements for Maldivian stakeholders are set to remain unchanged, ensuring a seamless transition to the new dates.
As a key pillar in the Maldives’ international trade and destination marketing strategy, ATM continues to play a vital role in reinforcing the country’s presence across the Middle Eastern market and beyond, supporting long-term tourism partnerships and global visibility.
