In this month-by-month calendar, we take a look at the travel and tourism industry events and conferences that are taking place in 2025.
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.
Knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration at these events ensure that the travel industry remains resilient and on top of global trends. By connecting professionals, travel conferences drive innovation, boost economic growth, and enhance the overall experience for travellers worldwide.
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)
January 2025 events
Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show – Manchester
When: 16-19 January 2025
Where: Manchester Central, Manchester, England
Website: destinationsshow.com/manchester
FITUR International Tourism Trade Fair
When: 22-26 January 2025
Where: IFEMA Madrid, Spain
Website: ifema.es/fitur
Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show – London
When: 30 January-2 February 2025
Where: Olympia London, London, England
Website: destinationsshow.com/london
February 2025 events
Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show – London
When: 30 January-2 February 2025
Where: Olympia London, London, England
Website: destinationsshow.com/london
Conference: Sports Tourism and the Tourism Industry After FIFA World Cup
What: The 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East
When: 11-14 February 2025
Where: Doha, Qatar
Website: unwto.org
ATN Conference
Organisers: Adventure Travel Networking
When: 27 February 2025
Where: Farringdon, London, England
Website: adventuretravelnetworking.com
March 2025 events
ITB Berlin 2025
When: 4-6 March 2025
Where: Berlin, Germany
Website: itb.com
April 2025 events
PATA Annual Summit Türkiye 2025
Organisers: Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
When: 21-23 April 2025
Where: İstanbul, Türkiye
Website: pata.org
AdventureELEVATE Latin America
Organisers: Adventure Travel Trade Association
When: 27-29 April 2025
Where: Bonito, Brazil
Website: adventuretravel.biz
Arabian Travel Market 2025
When: 28 April-1 May 2025
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Website: wtm.com/atm
May 2025 events
Arabian Travel Market 2025
When: 28 April-1 May 2025
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Website: wtm.com/atm
AdventureELEVATE North America
When: 28-30 May 2025
Where: Denver, Colorado, US
Website: adventuretravel.biz
June 2025 events
International Tourism Trade Show Tokyo 2025
What: 3rd Int’l Wellness Tourism Expo and 2nd Tourism Marketing Expo
When: 25-27 June 2025
Where: Tokyo Big Sight, Japan
Website: itt-show.jp
July 2025 events
Destinations International Annual Convention 2025
When: 9-11 July 2025
Where: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Website: destinationsinternational.org
August 2025 events
PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2025
Organisers: Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
When: 26-28 August 2025
Where: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Thailand
Website: pata.org
September 2025 events
Leaders Week London 2025
When: 29 September-2 October 2025
Where: London, England
Website: leadersinsport.com
October 2025 events
Leaders Week London 2025
When: 29 September-2 October 2025
Where: London, England
Website: leadersinsport.com
World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2025 Global Summit
When: October 2025 (TBC)
Where: Rome, Italy
Website: wttc.org
2025 Global Wellness Summit
When: October 2025 (TBC)
Where: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Website: globalwellnesssummit.com
Synergy – The Retreat Show
What: wellness travel and retreat industry trade show
When: 7-10 October 2025
Where: Is Molas Resort, Pula, Sardinia, Italy
Website: theretreatshow.com
Adventure Travel World Summit Chile
When: 13-16 October 2025
Where: Puerto Natales, Chile
Website: adventuretravel.biz
IGTM 2025
What: International Golf Travel Market
When: 20-23 October 2025
Where: Cannes, France
Website: igtmarket.com
World Travel Week & Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting 2025
When: 27 October-2 November 2025
Where: Brussels, Belgium
Website: globaltourismforum.org
November 2025 events
World Travel Week & Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting 2025
When: 27 October-2 November 2025
Where: Brussels, Belgium
Website: globaltourismforum.org
World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025
When: 4-6 November 2025
Where: ExCel, London, England
Website: wtm.com
IBTM World 2025
What: global MICE industry expo
When: 18-20 November 2025
Where: Barcelona, Spain
Website: ibtmworld.com
December 2025 events
ISPO Munich
When: 2-4 December 2025
Where: Trade Fair Center Messe München, Germany
Website: ispo.com