‘Elevate World’ to Host ‘Engage by Elevate’ Virtual Tourism Summit Gathering 250 Global Travel Leaders to Shape UAE Tourism Readiness
Dubai – 25 May 2026: As the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East prepare for a robust tourism comeback, Dubai is set to host the landmark ‘Elevate World’ virtual Tourism summit ‘Engage by Elevate ‘ on June 2nd.
Samir Hamadeh, CEO, Elevate World,
The three-day landmark event will unite over 250 hotels and key destination partners with international tour operators and travel agencies through an engaging programme of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, destination updates and exclusive industry sessions.
The three-day landmark event will unite over 250 premier hotels and key destination partners with international tour operators and travel agencies through an engaging programme of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, destination updates, and exclusive industry sessions. Designed strictly as an exclusive, closed-group forum, this is the premier opportunity for senior travel trade professionals to come together, reconnect, and strategically position themselves ahead of one of the most significant comebacks in tourism.
The region is actively preparing for the return of tourism and that preparation is well advanced. Plansare in place and new initiatives are taking shape designed to re-engage consumers and rebuild confidence in the region.
This event gives the trade direct, early access to those plans before they are made widely available. Those who are invited to attend will be the first to know, the first to plan and the first to act in a destination that has always proven to be one of the most dynamic tourism regions in the world.
Designed to be accessible and efficient, the format allows buyers to pre-select meetings with hotels, tourism boards and attractions, with scheduled one on one meetings. Participants join virtually, removing the need for travel or significant time commitment while keeping the quality of engagement high.
A top line-up of destination partners will be involved, including Wynn Al Marjan Island, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Abu Dhabi Tourism, Miral, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development.
At the heart of the programme will be a series of open sessions in which leading tourism boards and destination representatives share their comeback plans and forthcoming initiatives directly with the trade. Attendees will have an opportunity to hear more about destination relaunch plans and trade support programmes that are being prepared and ready to launch at short notice. Attendees will leave with the insight and the confidence to hit the ground running when the moment comes.
Speaking about the initiative, Samir Hamadeh, CEO, Elevate World, said:“As part of our commitment to our beloved destination, the UAE, and all its tourism stakeholders, and our obligation towards our hotel partners, we have decided to launch this event, offering hotels and Tour Operators a unique opportunity of connecting, planning, discussing opportunities, and sharing ideas for a better future.”
All hotel and destination partners will be hosted from Elevate World’s Dubai head office, creating a central hub for the event, while international buyers participate virtually from across the globe.
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ABOUT ELEVATE WORLD
Elevate World is a UAE-based global travel and tourism group delivering destination services across the Middle East, Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia. Operating through a portfolio of specialist brands including Elevate DMC, Elevate Cruises, Go Elevate and CONNECT Business Events, the group provides end-to-end ground services across leisure, cruise and MICE travel.
Founded in 2020 and now a team of over 200, Elevate World has grown to become one of the fastest-growing tourism groups in the region, working with over 150 tour operators globally. The group is headquartered at the Elevate Tourism Hub in Dubai.