We look forward to welcoming you to Selling Travel Connect: Showcase to meet with partners showcasing new and exciting products from across the world.
Partners confirmed so far include: Explore!, Austrian National Tourist Office, Domes Hotels, Expedia, The Standard-Maldives, Travelpack, Address Hotels & Resorts, El Gouna and Staff Travel Club/TreeHouse Villas, Thailand.
MANCHESTER – FEBRUARY 23
voco Hotel,
59 Portland St,
Manchester, M1 3HP
6pm – 9.15pm
Order of evening
6.00 – 7.00pm
Agents arrive/networking with F&B service
7.00 – 8.30pm
Agent speed-dating
8.30 – 8.40pm
Break
8.40 – 9.00pm
Q&A with suppliers
9.00 – 9.15pm
Prize draws
9.15pm
Finish
Meet the exibitors
Address hotels & Resorts
Emaar Hospitality Group are a real estate-based company based in Dubai that own and manage a portfolio of hospitality assets and brands including: the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountains, Dubai Mall, and the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo.
Our luxury hotels are in Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Bahrain, Turkey, Egypt and Saudi. Our brands of hotels include:
Address Hotels + Resorts, Armani Dubai: 5* luxury premium hotel and residences brand.
Vida Hotels and Resorts; 4* upscale lifestyle hotel and residences brand.
Rove Hotels: 3* brand, great for urban travellers.
All our hotels are a choice perfect for leisure, business and group travellers. Popular for families, couples, honeymooners and stopover customers.
Our Dubai hotels are in the vibrant Downtown area, and the new waterfront location of the Creek area.
Address Beach Resort, is elevated beachfront luxury at JBR. Nestled along JBR, Address Beach Resort stands as a landmark 5-star destination defined by 77 storey towers linked by a soaring skybridge. The resort has two Guinness World Records: for the world’s highest outdoor infinity pool in a building and the highest occupiable skybridge floor.
Contact: Rosina Azhar Rosinaa.gms@emaar.ae
Austria Tourism
Austria, a country known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is a perfect blend of imperial citites, picturesque Alpine villages, breathtaking natural beauty, and a warm hospitality welcoming all. From the majestic Alps with their stunning mountain peaks and serene lakes to the lively cultural scene of its cities, Austria offers a diverse range of experiences for every traveler and season.
Austria Tourism is the national tourism organisation of Austria.
Contact: Magdalena Penz Magdalena.Penz@austria.info
Domes Hotels
Domes Resorts is Europe’s leading luxury hospitality brand, with award-winning resorts in Greece and Portugal that blend contemporary sophistication with authentic cultural resonance. Guided by its ethos Cultures Connected, Destinations Celebrated, Domes offers soulful hospitality across adults-only and family-friendly escapes.
Guests enjoy transformative experiences including Michelin Key dining, curated wellness at Soma Spa, premium all-inclusive offerings, and the exclusive Luxury Island Hopping concept with private yacht access and seamless multi-destination stays. For elevated holidays, the Haute Living Selection provides upgraded accommodation, exclusive lounge access, and bespoke concierge service.
Family-focused resorts feature KiEPOS Kids Clubs. Ofsted standard and Montessori inspired with eco gardens, splash parks, and conservation activities, ensuring memorable escapes for all generations in iconic locations.
We have five Signature Collections, allowing you to match each client with the perfect Domes experience:
Domes Reserves Elevated to High End Luxury.
Domes Originals – Luxury and Upper Upscale Experiences.
Domes Noruz – Adults-only, lifestyle-driven – Modern Luxury and Upper Upscale
Aulūs – Ultra All-inclusive with a relaxed edge – Upper Upscale and Upscale
Finds – The Art of Slow Living Luxury
What Makes Domes Unique
Iconic destinations in Greece and the Algarve
A diverse portfolio catering to all guests: Couples and honeymooners, Families in search of stylish comfort, Wellness lovers & food enthusiasts, Groups & VIP’s
Signature experiences including Haute Living Selection, Island Hopping, Soma Spa, and Michelin dining
A strong commitment to sustainability
Tailored support from our expert team
Dedicated Travel Agent Portal for webinars, training, incentives and more: www.domesresortsexpert.com
Contact: Chris Redfern Chris.Redfern@domesresorts.com
El Gouna, Red Sea, Egypt by Orascom Development
A 30-minute drive from Hurghada International Airport, the lagoons of El Gouna are home to over 100 bars/restaurants, 18 hotels including The Chedi, El Gouna, Cook’s Club, Casa Cook and the Steigenberger Golf Resort , the region’s largest cable park, along with a host of water sport and diving activities.
Throughout its winding lagoons, El Gouna is home to activities ideal for an adults-only retreat. Possibilities stretch from luxury catamaran trips on the Red Sea, diving experiences through nearby corals, water sports such as windsurfing, desert mountain hiking excursions and day trips to archaeological spots, and relaxation in tranquil spas at one of the many 5* resorts.
Intimate dining experiences are aplenty in El Gouna from lagoon-side Mediterranean offerings for a more relaxed feel, and even a bar hopping experience for those who want to take part in the vibrant nightlife. El Gouna’s ‘Dine Around’ scheme allows guests who stay in El Gouna to experience the full breadth of culinary versatility that the town has to offer. By giving the option for guests to try another hotels buffet at no additional cost or supplement the cost of an a la carte meal at a number of hotels in El Gouna.
Contact: Ben Williams – Ben.Williams@rooster.co.uk
Expedia TAAP
Expedia TAAP offers agents a wide breadth of quality travel products, competitive rates and impressive availability. The ready-built platform is optimized to drive ease of use and deliver a world-class booking experience. Expedia TAAP’s industry-leading technology, personalized service and access to unique inventory and planning tools empower you to grow your business.
Contact: Amanda Leggett amanda.leggett@discovertheworld.com
explore!
Explore has over 40 years’ experience in providing exciting and authentic small-group travel experiences in over 100 countries worldwide. With more than 400 trips to choose from including; wildlife encounters, culture, walking and trekking, food and drink, cycling, family adventures, Explore upgraded for premium level comfort and polar voyages, Explore’s expertly-crafted itineraries combined with award-winning, expert tour leaders, small group sizes (11 on average), hand-picked accommodation that balances comfort and location, guaranteed departures and a commitment to responsible travel ensure unforgettable travel experiences in extraordinary destinations.
Explore believes that travel should change us, not the world; that nature should be natural and wildlife wild, and that we should leave nothing but footprints behind. That why Explore is a Purpose-led business, recognised by its B Corp certification.
Don’t just travel, Explore!
Contact: Emma Bond emma.bond@explore.co.uk
Travelpack
Travelpack is one of the UK’s leading independent tour operators, offering tailor-made holidays, flights, tours, and dynamic packages to destinations across the globe. With over 44 years of experience, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and unbeatable value to our travel agent partners.
Our extensive product range includes everything from luxury getaways and escorted tours to family holidays, multi-centre itineraries, cruises, and rail adventures. We also offer niche products such as sports travel, motorhome holidays, and pre-registration tours, allowing agents to cater to a diverse range of clients.
At Travelpack, we believe in making travel simple, flexible, and rewarding. Our expert teams combine in-depth destination knowledge with cutting-edge technology to deliver seamless booking experiences and fully customised itineraries. We also provide dedicated trade support, exclusive offers, and marketing resources to help agents grow their business.
With access to the world’s top airlines, hotels, and ground suppliers, Travelpack ensures every journey is crafted with care and precision. From the Americas to Asia, Africa, and beyond, Travelpack is your trusted partner in travel, helping you create extraordinary holidays your clients will love.
Contact: Zoe Saunders zoe.saunders@travelpack.com
THE STANDARD MALDIVES
Listed as one of “The Best Hotels in the Maldives” by Conde Nast Traveller and now part of the Hyatt Group, take a trip to paradise and make your island dreams a reality at The Standard, Maldives.
Just a short sea plane ride from Male’s Velana International Airport, expect a personalized experience perfect for lovers, friends and families alike. Each of our 115 villas, whether overwater or beachfront, boasts a private lounge deck and plunge pool. Spend your days exploring the island’s natural beauty with activities like snorkelling in our protected house reef, boating, deep diving and more. Relax and refresh at The Standard Spa, complete with a communal hammam, aroma steam room and daily yoga. Get back out there and do your thing at our weekly pool parties and live music events. Enjoy a floating breakfast, a private dinner under the stars or indulge in our all-inclusive dining options. From all-day dining at Kula to authentic Maldivian cuisine at Gudaguda, intimate sunsets while enjoying dinner at Onda which offers a curated selection of fresh Mediterranean cuisine and signature artisanal cocktails and fiery beachfront dining at BBQ Shak, get a taste of paradise.
Contact: Katharine Wood katharine@pearlglobalcollection.com
TreeHouse Villas, Thailand
Staff Travel Club
The MC Collection is a Sales and Marketing company offering travel agents access and insider knowledge of hotels and resorts which have been hand-picked in Thailand and Bali. We are the extended arm of the hotels marketing team and push to drive sales by ensuring our partners know as much as they can about each hotel we represent.
We have a dedicated trade zone for agents to access, which gives you all the information you could need from videos and images to fact sheets and menus with prices and our sustainability programmes and charity contributions to the local area.
Offering hotels in Thailand and Bali, we specialise in volume driving properties with many considered as market leaders. Hotels with over 380 rooms or uniquely concepts like a TreeHouse with only 32 villas to a 9 bed multi use hotel or private villa – we provide a varied assortment of properties suitable to multiple budgets.
We also make sure we look after you too and have dedicated agent rates available too on our website through our sister company stafftravelclub.co.uk
Contact: Matt Clift matt@themccollection.co.uk
