The TAFI Abu Dhabi Convention 2018
The Travel Agents Federation of India has always believed in exploring new and unique destinations and it is under this guiding principal that we have chosen to hold our 12th International Convention in Abu Dhabi. TAFI and the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi have joined hands together to showcase AbuDhabiand all that it has to offer. The Convention will take place from 25th – 28th September 2018.
The theme of our Convention is “Innovation – Transform – Disrupt – Redefining the Offline Travel World”, Around these key words will our Business sessions evolve. Delegates will deliberate on the theme during the Business sessions and keeping in mind the fast pace at which the world is travelling and specially the digital world, with changes taking place by the minute and by the hour, we will dwell on these matters and do our best to equip our members to meet the challenging times. Eminent speakers from India and Abroad are being invited to address the august gathering. Panel discussions, workshops and standalone sessions have been planned to make the Business sessions interesting, interactive and meaningful.
Apart from the Business sessions, sightseeing for all the delegates & entertainment programs have been organized. Post Tours for 2 nights / 3 days for all delegates is also part of the Convention Program. Delegates will get an opportunity to explore new places and see how best they can promote the destinations and grow in business.
The TAFI Convention is one of the most widely attended and eagerly awaited event in our industry, which draws together a broad section of influential voices and stalwarts of the Travel & Tourism Industry. The Convention is an ideal platform for discussion, debate and learning, empowering our members to return with some valuable takeaways.
This is a unique opportunity to raise your brand awareness before a highly focused target audience. High visibility through print and electronic media collaterals awaits you, as you participate and support us through sponsorships towards the various events and business sessions.
CONVENTION PROGRAM
Attendance for all the Sessions is COMPULSORY
DAY 1
25th September 2018
CONVENTION FLOW
Morning onwards
Staggered ARRIVAL OF DELEGATES at the Abu Dhabi / Dubai International Airport.
TRANSFER & check into DUSIT THANI ABU DHABI
10:30 to 17:00
REGISTRATION of Delegates at THE TAFI CONVENTION SECRETARIAT at DUSIT THANI
18:00
TRANSFER of Delegates from DUSIT THANI to THE EMIRATES PALACE.
19:00
INAUGURATION at THE EMIRATES PALACE
WELCOME ADDRESS by
• HE Sultan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri
Executive Director – Tourism Sector
INAUGURAL ADDRESS by
• HE Navdeep Singh Suri
Ambassador of India to the UAE
ENTERTAINMENT, COCKTAILS & GALA DINNER
22:30
TRANSFER of Delegates by coach BACK TO DUSIT THANI
DAY 2
26th September 2018
CONVENTION FLOW
07:00 onwards
BREAKFAST
08:30 onwards
DEPARTURE from DUSIT THANI to THE EMIRATES PALACE
08:30 to 09:00
DELEGATES REGISTRATION at TAFI Secretariat, THE EMIRATES PALACE
09:30 to 10:15
KEYNOTE ADDRESS – DREAMS FOR ALL SEASONS
10:15 to 11:15
SESSION 1 – MAN VERSUS MACHINE
by Motivational Speaker
• Dr. Pawan Agrawal
11.15 to 11.30
COFFEE BREAK
11:30 to 12:30
SESSION 2 – JUST A SMILE AWAY
by Motivational Speaker
• Dr. Vivek Bindra
12:30 to 13:30
SESSION 3 – POORAB AUR PASCHIM
EAST MEETS WEST – WTAAA
Moderator • Michel deBlust, ECTAA
• Mark Meader, ASTA
• Andrew Bowman, TAANZ
• Hamzah Rahmat, FATA
• Rodney Dcruz, IATA
13:30 to 14:30
LUNCH at EMIRATES PALACE
14:00 to 16:00
VISIT TO B2B EXHIBITION
16:00
GROUP ACTIVITY – CITY SIGHTSEEING
19:00
RETURN of Delegates TO DUSIT THANI after Sightseeing
20:30 onwards
ENTERTAINMENT, COCKTAILS & GALA DINNER
DAY 3
27th September 2018
CONVENTION FLOW
07:00 onwards
BREAKFAST
08:30 onwards
DEPARTURE from DUSIT THANI to THE EMIRATES PALACE
09:30 to 10:00
KEYNOTE ADDRESS – THE FUTURE IS HERE
• Ashwani Kakkar, Mercury Travels
10:00 to 11:15
SESSION 1 – INDIGO AIRLINES
Speaker • William Boulter, CCO Indigo Airlines
10:15 to 11:15
SESSION 2 – HAPPINESS ON THE BEACH
by Motivational Speaker
• Nithya Shanti
11.15 to 11.30
COFFEE BREAK
11:30 to 12:00
SESSION 3 – SHARING POWERS
• Aashish Gupta,
Founder – StrategyPluto &
Consulting CEO, FAITH
12:00 to 13:00
SESSION 4 – WHOLE WORLD ON A SINGLE PLATFORM
Moderator
• Bart Bellers, CEO Xpdite Venture
• Josh Ziegler, CEO Zumata
• Akash Poddar, COO Travel Guru
• Pranita Baveja, CEO Traviate
13:30 to 14:00
LUNCH at EMIRATES PALACE
14:00
Coaches will leave for Dusit Thani
16:00
DEPARTURE of Coaches from DUSIT THANI
for WARNER BROS. WORLD
17:00
ARRIVAL at WARNER BROTHERS for ENTERTAINMENT AND ACTIVITIES
19:00
TRANSFER to FERRARI WORLD
19:15 onwards
ARRIVAL at FERRARI WORLD for ENTERTAINMENT, COCKTAILS & FAREWELL GALA DINNER
22.30
TRANSFER of Delegates by coach back to DUSIT THANI
DAY 4
28th September 2018
CONVENTION FLOW
07:00 onwards
BREAKFAST
08:00 onwards
CHECK OUT AND PROCEED FOR
POST-CONVENTION TOURS
OR TAKE A FLIGHT HOME
*Kindly Note:
This program is subject to change. Final program will be handed over at the time of Registration.
VISA Application Process..
POST CONVENTION TOUR PROGRAM
AL AIN CITY
ABU DHABI CITY
YAS ISLAND
Theconvention Venue
Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi
A lavishly imagined dream, Emirates Palace, the Venue for the TAFI Abu Dhabi Convention, offers you a magical location to enjoy the quintessence of award-winning 5-star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences. From 394 luxurious rooms and suites, to our award-winning culinary cuisine, Emirates Palace is the definition of an unrivaled and Arabian fantasy.
The Hotel
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi brings Thai-inspired design and hospitality to the heart of the United Arab Emirates’ capital city.
Selected amongst the World’s Top 100 Hotels, Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi is centrally located in the city’s new business and government district, within easy reach of the Eastern Mangroves, the city’s lush natural habitat the Corniche, the city’s iconic seaside promenade and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
With its prominent glass tower, Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi presents a fresh and innovative architectural design. Inside, guest rooms and fully furnished extended stay executive apartments are infused with Thai elegance and modern conveniences. An array of exquisite restaurants serve delicacies to satisfy any palate and a host of facilities and services, including Namm Spa and DFiT Fitness Centre, allow guests to nurture their minds and bodies
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, the Capital of United Arab Emirates, sits on the mainland on an island in the Persian Gulf. Its focus on oil exports and commerce is reflected by the skyline’s modern towers and shopping megacentres such as Abu Dhabi and Marina malls. Beneath white-marble domes, the Vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque features an immense Persian carpet, crystal chandeliers and capacity for 41,000 worshipers. Take a break to visit the Warner Brothers Studios, Ferrari World, Yas Island etc.
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