Top 10 best global travel conferences to attend in 2024

14 Nov 2024 · 7
Did you know that 80% of professionals in 2024 say that in-person events were the best way to discover new products and services?
Whether you want to get some networking in, set up a booth and connect with travel professionals, or promote your destination, there’s a conference that’s right for you. But, with so many options out there, the decision of which events to attend and which to pass on can be pretty tough.
So, we researched the best travel & tourism conferences taking place next year so you don't have to. Check out our must-attend shortlist below!
22nd - 26th January, 2025
Madrid, Spain
A melting pot of travel professionals, attending Fitur 2025 is the best way to kick off your professional development in the new year. 
Fitur is the leading trade fair for inbound and outbound markets in international travel, focusing on topics like the future of travel and destination management, cruises, tourism for the LGBT+ community, and championing female professionals in the tourism sector.
With over 9,000 exhibitors and vendors, this is the perfect place to make new connections, explore this year’s travel themes, or present new products. 
Lauded as America’s favorite travel trade show, this is the ultimate destination for travel agencies and other players in the tourism industry to connect directly with the traveller. 
Visitors attend this event to discover the hottest vacation destinations and travel experiences, hear from travel leaders, connect directly with leading tour operators and global travel providers, and receive the most up-to-date travel advice and information.
Creating a direct connection between the industry and the consumer, these action-packed expos offer ample opportunity to scope out the latest industry trends and promote your offers. 
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4th - 6th  March, 2025
Berlin, Germany
Bringing together key players from the world travel industry, ITB Berlin 2025 promises to connect attendees with countless exhibitors, speakers, and industry leaders. 
Hosted in the exciting city of Berlin, the three-day event boasts seminars on everything from business travel, adventure travel, destination showcases, LGBTQ+ travel, luxury travel, medical tourism, travel technology, and much more.
Whether you’re looking for networking opportunities or simply the chance to learn from some of the sector's top thought leaders, this is a hot ticket for 2025. 
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30th March - 2nd April, 2025
Las Vegas, Nevada
The Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum is a B2B event focused on connecting leisure travel agency professionals. Over three days, attendees can meet with supplier partners, travel associations, and connect with the most sought-after brands in travel. 
Hosted at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, this is a premier event for travel agents to attend roundtable panel discussions, participate in educational sessions, and network with hundreds of like-minded professionals. And what could be more exciting than attending an event about travel in one of North America’s most visited cities?
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9th - 11th April, 2025
Cape Town, South Africa
For anyone trying to make their mark on the travel industry in Africa, WTM is undoubtedly the conference to be at. This event allows attendees to generate new leads, launch products, enter new markets, raise brand awareness, and much, much more.
With over 6,000 travel industry professionals attending each year and 100+ conference sessions, it’s the key place for travel businesses in Africa to drive commercial success, accelerate growth, and expand their network. This expo is part of a larger group of flagship events, including WTM London and the Arabian Travel Market Show (see below).
28th April - 1st May, 2025
Dubai, UAE
If you’re trying to unlock travel and tourism business potential in the Middle East, then the Arabian Travel Market show is an event you just can’t miss. The biggest names in accommodation, hospitality, destination management, attractions, and more will be in attendance, sharing their unique insights into the region’s tourism industry.
The 2025 edition of the conference will spotlight the transformative power of connectivity as part of the theme "Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity".
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25th - 26th June, 2025
London, United Kingdom
Looking for a place to meet the travel industry’s greatest visionaries, disruptors, and innovators on the travel market? Then look no further than the Business Travel Show Europe! 
This annual conference brings together some of the world’s leading travel and tourism professionals to share their insights through engaging keynote speeches on topics like sustainable travel, diversity, behavioral economics, traveller management, and more.
Laden with networking opportunities, events, past speakers and attendees have included representatives from BTN Group, Virgin Atlantic, Capgemini, Leonardo UK, EY, and Siemens, to name but a few.
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30th June - 3rd July, 2025
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Hosted at the appropriately luxurious Marina Bay Sands Hotel, 2025’s ILTM Asia Pacific conference will connect luxury travel brands from across the region. With pre-scheduled appointments, educational sessions, and parties, this will be more than a trade show — it'll be an unmissable experience.
Spanning four days, the expo will boast nearly 600 brands in attendance, as well as 580 travel advisors, and 90 editors all face-to-face sharing invaluable insights. Whether you’re looking to build new partnerships, reconnect with old networks, or simply get up to speed on what’s happening in the sector, ILTM Asia Pacific has everything.
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9th - 11th July, 2025
Chicago, Illinois
The landscape of destination management has undergone a radical shift in recent years. Each year, the Destinations International Annual Convention draws global experts to share the field's latest developments. 
A smorgasbord of insight, get your hands on a ticket now for the chance to connect with like-minded peers. Committed to helping professionals at every stage of their career, the event selects their own 30 under 30 to provide future industry leaders with unique networking opportunities and mentorship. 
15th - 16th September, 2025
Orlando, Florida
Are you looking to reimagine the travel customer experience? Digital Travel Summit is the go-to travel industry event for executives from hotels, OTAs, airlines, and transportation companies to share practical insights on enhancing personalisation and transforming the customer journey and experience.
Past speakers have included experts from companies like American Airlines, Expedia Group, Virgin Voyages, Universal Parks & Resorts, Legoland, and IHG Hotels & Resorts. What are you waiting for? This two-day conference offers an unparalleled learning experience.
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