Thursday Oct 29 – Salle Colbert Paris 7

Welcome Address by the President of A World For Travel

Thursday Oct 30

Conversation: Beyond the Headlines, Travel’s Reaction to Global Policies & Sustainability Imperatives

The travel industry has a proven track record of resilience, having rebounded from crises ranging from terrorism and economic recessions to pandemics. But today it faces a new wave of challenges that test its adaptability on a deeper level. Beyond the Headlines will explore whether our industry’s legendary resilience is enough to withstand the current era of geopolitical upheaval and stringent sustainability demands. From the disruptive rhetoric and policies of recent years to ambitious new European Union regulations aimed at a greener future, this session moves past sensational news to examine the real impacts of these global policies on travel and tourism, and what can be done to stay ahead.

• Kees Jan Boonen, Head of Compliance and Public Affairs, Travalyst, [UK]
• Gilles Babinet, Digital Champion of France at EU, co-president of the French National Digital Council, multi -entrepreneur, [France]
• Jane Thompson, Director, Aviation, Travel and Tourism, ICF [UK/US]
• Moderator: Rajan Datar, Host and Journalist, BBC  [UK]