United Kingdom
United States
Asia Pacific
1000MTG holds first Australia-UK agent gathering and conference
1000 Mile Travel Group (1000MTG) recently held its first-ever joint Australia/UK conference in Hong Kong.
It brought together industry experts, suppliers, and independent travel agents, focusing on collaboration, learning, and innovation.
This year’s theme, “Evolving Fearlessly,” was about embracing change to seek new opportunities.
“The energy, passion, and enthusiasm our travel advisors and suppliers brought were truly infectious, evident from Day 1 through to Day 3,” said Lauren Gray, 1000MTG Australia General Manager.
The conference celebrated a significant new partnership between 1000MTG and Mandarin Oriental, joining the exclusive luxury Fan Club.
The event offered attendees opportunities to connect and learn.
One of the most popular features was the supplier speed dating sessions, which allowed travel professionals to engage with key partners in a time-efficient format.
A keynote address was delivered by Maria Witchell, with lessons on resilience, leadership, and adaptability in the face of challenges.
It concluded with a Gala Evening.
“Networking with our peers across the globe was invaluable. We forged long-term connections and uncovered new ways to grow together,” said Alex Locke, 1000MTG United Kingdom – General Manager.
The conference also included organized excursions across Hong Kong made possible by the generosity and support of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, including a ride on The Peak Tram, a private Junk Boat cruise, and the chance to tour Disney’s World of Frozen.
The conference was supported by Platinum sponsors including Hong Kong Tourism Board and Sabre, along with Gold sponsors Expedia TAAP, TBO, Oceania, and Tramada.
Silver sponsors were 50 Degrees North, Beyond Travel, Travelport, Singapore Airlines, Uniworld, and Delta Air Lines.
Related News Stories: 1000MTG holds first Australia-UK agent gathering and conference Jetstar apologises after nationwide technical outage cancels ... Royal Caribbean announces new beach club experience: Royal ... Cruise Ship Profile: Crystal Serenity - Travel Weekly The full list of CLIA's 21st Cruise Industry Awards finalists has ... California flaunts itself as the 'Ultimate Playground' in new ad ... Virtuoso expands its global footprint with new AU/NZ members ... Ash clouds from volcano prompts red alert on Hawaiian island ... Navarra Venues identifies outdoor event space preference and ... Agent guide to Prince Edward Island - Travel Weekly
TravelMole Editorial Team
Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.
Exploring Brooklands Museum with Alex Patterson
Global Tourism Challenges and Upcoming Events: A Conversation with Don Welsh
Peebles Barbeque: A Legacy of Flavor and Tradition
Exploring Bok Tower Gardens with Erica Smith
Rue’s Living Water Boat Cruises: Exploring Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes
Durango and Silverton Railroad: A Timeless Journey Through History and Scenic Beauty
Walt Leger on New Orleans’ Resilience and Major Events Ahead
Cindy Mackin Shares Estes Park’s Winter Thrills
Mark Jaronski of Explore Georgia on FIFA World Cup 2026
Connecting Small Businesses to Global Tourism Markets: Nate Huff of Tourism Exchange
North Carolina’s Resilience: Wit Tuttell on Recovery and Tourism
Kittipong Prapattong’s Plan for Thailand’s Tourism Growth: Taxes, Visas, and Campaigns
EU entry-exit system delayed again
Carnival Cruise Line hosts Prague getaway for Fun Ambassadors
Council moves to designate Forest of Dean a Biosphere
US tourism hit with UK, Germany travel warnings
Uganda Airlines launching London flights