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Origin Markets Series (Visas)

The survey results launch will be followed at 11am by a panel discussion and lunch. The afternoon session will examine the practicalities of visa processing as well as the opportunities presented by origin markets.
The day will be rounded off with a drinks reception.

    • Tuesday, 12 October, 2010
    • 10:30  -  11:00
      Registration and coffee
      11:00  -  12:30
      Session 1: 'Europe: Open for Business?' Report Launch
      Patrick Richards, Chairman, ETOA
      Tom Jenkins, Executive Director, ETOA
       
      Anne-Claire Simon, European Commission, DG Home Affairs - Visa Policy
       

       
      13:00  -  14:00
      Lunch
      14:00  -  15:30
      Session 2: Visa Processing Practicalities
      A panel of industry experts, including representatives of destinations and tour operators, will discuss issues surrounding the processing of visa applications.

      Sandeep Joshi, Managing Director (ETN), Cox and Kings
      Jim Paul, Head of Australia & Developing Markets, Tourism Ireland
       
      Followed by tea and coffee.
      15:30  -  17:00
      Session 3: Opportunities from Origin Markets
      This session, featuring speakers from across the European tourism industry, will focus on promoting Europe as a destination and identifying opportunities from origin markets. Speakers:
      Patricia Yates, Director Strategy & Communications, VisitBritain
      Peter De Wilde, CEO Tourism Flanders / Vice President ETC
       
      17:00  -  19:00
      Drinks reception
      Sponsored by:
      Chez Leon
       
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