Inspiring World Travel Fest, with exclusive deals

There are plenty of chances to talk face-to-face at World Travel Fest. Credit: Supplied/Supplied

World Travel Fest is back.

The second festival-style expo by Phil Hoffmann Travel is on Sunday, August 9, following a successful inaugural event in February.

There will be exclusive one-day-only deals, plenty of expert advice, and inspiring travel talks covering destinations and travel.

I will be there at 11.30am for a Q&A session with Phil Hoffmann Travel CEO and managing director Peter Williams.

Entry is free, but you have to register to get a place. And attendees go into a draw to win an all-inclusive luxury escape to Bali, or a Cover-More Travel Insurance voucher valued at $500.

INSPIRING MOMENTS

A World Travel Fest spokesperson explains the event: “Whether you’re dreaming of Europe’s iconic river voyages, immersive land journeys through Japan, a tropical escape, a lavish getaway or the perfect family holiday, this one-day-only event is designed to help you discover what’s new in travel and turn your travel dreams into unforgettable adventures.

“One of the greatest benefits of attending World Travel Fest is the opportunity to speak directly with leading travel providers and expert travel consultants, who can help tailor holidays to suit your personal travel style, budget and goals.”

WHEN & HOW

World Travel Fest runs from 9am-3pm on Sunday, August 9, at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Entry is free. Register now at pht.com.au.

There are informative talks at World Travel Fest. Credit: Supplied/Supplied

TALKING THE WORLD

Cinema 1

9.15am Britain and Ireland.

10am Best of European river cruising.

10.45am Canada and Alaska.

11.30am Q&A with Peter Williams, Phil Hoffmann Travel CEO/managing director and Stephen Scourfield, Travel Editor, The West Australian & The Sunday Times.

12.15pm Italy, Greece and Croatia.

1pm France, Spain and Portugal.

1.45pm Japan.

2.30pm Solo travel.

Cinema 2

9.45am Japan.

10.30am Cruising the Mediterranean.

11.15am Cruising close to home and rail holidays.

12noon Africa.

12.45pm Egypt and Jordan.

1.30pm Close to home holidays (including Bali, Thailand and Vietnam).

2.15pm Iceland, Scandinavia and the Baltics.

There's plenty of information and the chance to talk face-to-face at World Travel Fest. Credit: Supplied/Supplied