In this month-by-month calendar, we take a look at the upcoming travel and tourism industry events and conferences for 2026. Travel trade events play a vital role in shaping the future of global tourism. These gatherings bring together key stakeholders, including airlines, hotels, travel agencies, tour operators, and technology providers, to network, share insights, and discuss emerging trends.
Major events like World Travel Market (WTM) in London, ITB Berlin in Germany and Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai are prime examples of platforms where professionals can forge partnerships, explore new markets, and showcase products. These conferences often set the stage for important agreements, such as destination marketing initiatives and technological solutions to enhance travel experiences.
This page will be updated as schedules are announced. Events and dates may be subject to change.
Main image: Arabian Travel Market in Dubai (Credit: wtm.com/atm)
November 2026 events
World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026
When: 3-5 November 2026
Where: ExCel, London, England
Website: wtm.com
The Luxury Travel Fair
When: 5-8 November 2026
Where: Olympia, London, England
Website: luxurytravelfair.com
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt
When: 10-11 November 2026
Where: Sofitel Downtown Cairo Nile, Egypt
Website: futurehospitality.com/egypt
2026 Global Wellness Summit
When: 10-13 November 2026
Where: Phuket, Thailand
Website: globalwellnesssummit.com
IBTM World Barcelona 2026
When: 17-19 November 2026
Where: Fira Barcelona, Spain
Website: ibtmworld.com
December 2026 events
Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2026
When: 7-9 December 2026
Where: DECC, Doha, Qatar
Website: qtmqatar.com
ILTM Cannes 2026 (International Luxury Travel Market)
When: 7-10 December 2026
Where: Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
Website: iltm.com
World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2026
When: 12 December 2026
Where: Tanzania
Website: worldtravelawards.com
February 2027 events
ATN27 Conference & Marketplace
Organisers: Adventure Travel Networking
Tuesday 23 February 2027: Supplier/Buyer Marketplace – online event
Thursday 25 February 2027: ATN27 Conference, Waterloo, Central London
Website: adventuretravelnetworking.com
March 2027 events
Destination Australia 2027
Organisers: Tourism Australia
When: Thursday 11 March 2027
Where: International Convention Centre, Sydney, Australia
Website: tourism.australia.com
April 2027 events
Arival 360 | Bilbao
When: 13-15 April 2027
Where: Eskalduna Conference Centre
Website: arival.travel
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa
When: 28-29 April 2027 (new dates)
Where: Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, Uganda
Website: futurehospitality.com/africa
May 2027 events
Arabian Travel Market 2027
When: 3-6 May 2027
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Website: wtm.com/atm
Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE27)
Organisers: Tourism Australia and Destination NSW
When: 16-20 May 2027
Where: International Convention Centre, Sydney, Australia
Website: tourism.australia.com
October 2027 events
ABTA Convention 2027
When: 4-6 October 2027
Where: Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, Montenegro
Website: abta.com
World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit 2027
When: October 2027 (dates TBC)
Where: India
Website: wttc.org