Tourexpi
ITB India 2026 will take place from 1 to 3 September
at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The three-day B2B trade show and
conference, held alongside MICE Show India and Travel Tech India, will once
again offer a platform for business development, networking and knowledge
exchange across the global travel industry. The event had previously been
scheduled for 2 to 4 September.
Under the guiding theme “Future of Travel, Built
Together”, the fourth in-person edition of ITB India will connect professionals
from the MICE, leisure, corporate and travel technology sectors in a dynamic
marketplace focused on the rapidly growing Indian outbound travel market.
Focus on business results and targeted connections
“With ITB India 2026, we are sharpening our focus on
what truly matters: strong business outcomes,” says Saurabh Shukla, Head of
Sales, ITB India. “By facilitating targeted connections between sellers and
qualified buyers within a focused and highly efficient trade environment, we
create the foundation for lasting partnerships and continued industry growth.”
The event is expected to welcome more than 100
exhibitors and over 3,000 participants from around the world, reinforcing its
role as a gateway to the fast-growing travel markets of India and South Asia.
More than 400 high-quality buyers from India and the wider South Asian region
are anticipated, creating targeted business opportunities for both
international and regional exhibitors.
Industry insights at the ITB India Conference
The ITB India Conference 2026 will feature more than
80 industry experts who will share insights across a broad programme of
sessions addressing the key trends and developments shaping the future of
travel.
Across more than 1,400 minutes of conference content,
speakers will discuss topics ranging from emerging travel technologies to
evolving consumer behaviour and new business models within the travel and
tourism sector.
Exhibitor registration open with early booking
advantages
Exhibitor registration for ITB India 2026 is now open,
with booth space already filling quickly. Companies aiming to strengthen their
presence in the Indian and South Asian travel markets are encouraged to secure
their participation early.
Super Early Bird rates are available until 15 May
2026, offering favourable conditions for companies that register in advance.
Exhibitors will gain access to the exhibition floor and all conference
sessions, as well as up to 33 pre-scheduled meetings with qualified buyers and
direct engagement with decision-makers from the MICE, corporate and leisure
sectors.
Buyer applications now open
Registration for buyers is also open. Professionals
from the MICE, corporate and leisure travel segments interested in exploring
new business opportunities can apply for the Hosted Buyers’ Programme and
secure their participation at the upcoming edition of ITB India.
Image
Credit: © ITB India
The most interesting news
Read the News

Hilton launches co-branded Mastercard credit cards in China
Partnership with Bank of Communications links everyday spending to Hilton Honors benefits, hotel stays and travel rewards at more than 9,400 properties worldwide
Read the News

Europe: Social media increasingly shapes how travellers choose and experience trips
TUI Musement research finds 39% have visited a tourist attraction mainly to create social media content, while viral posts increasingly influence bookings
Read the News

Latin America: Hilton expands workforce as hotel pipeline grows
Hilton employs more than 26,000 people across the region and plans over 150 additional hotels as it ranks first among Latin America’s best workplaces
Read the News

Florida: Orlando extends Halloween season to a record 94 days
From theme park horror nights to family festivals and live entertainment, Orlando will celebrate Halloween from August 7 through November 8
Read the News

World cruise bookings rise as luxury travellers seek longer journeys
Pavlus Travel & Cruise reports bookings up more than 20 percent for 2026 as new routes, remote destinations and improved onboard connectivity broaden the appeal of months-long voyages
Read the News

TUI Musement launches premium dining cruises on London’s Thames
Four new cruise experiences combine views of the British capital with afternoon tea, brunch, dinner and coffee, with prices starting at £22 per person
Read the News

Global: Hilton retains title as world’s most valuable hotel brand
Brand Finance values Hilton Hotels & Resorts at $19.2 billion, up 28 percent year on year, while nine Hilton brands make the Hotels 50 ranking
Read the News

Germany: Lufthansa adds hot meals to Economy pre-order menu
Five hot dishes join Onboard Delights from September, while long-haul Business Class passengers gain a wider choice of pre-selected meals
Read the News

Alaska Airlines adds nonstop Seattle flights to Athens and Paris
New Boeing 787-9 services will launch in May 2027 as Alaska Airlines expands Seattle into a major intercontinental hub
Read the News

Germany: Eurowings rolls out Premium BIZ Seat across A320neo fleet
New 2x2 premium seating will be available on selected Mallorca, Málaga and London services and on all Eurowings flights to Dubai from December 2026
Read the News

Asia: Thailand leads European summer travel searches as Vietnam gains ground
Agoda data puts Thailand ahead of Indonesia and Japan, while India, South Korea and Vietnam record the strongest growth in European search interest
Read the News

Shanghai: Disney Resort packs autumn with Duffy Month and Halloween
The resort combines new Duffy and Friends experiences, LinaBell’s fifth anniversary and an expanded Halloween season with its 10th birthday celebrations
Read the News

China launches first SAF compliance service for foreign business jets
New model at Beijing Capital International Airport gives foreign-registered business jets access to sustainable aviation fuel benefits without changes to existing refuelling infrastructure
Read the News

Hyatt enters Guyana with Atlantic Suites Hotel in Georgetown
The group’s first affiliated hotel in Guyana is set to become a 240-room Hyatt Regency in 2028 following an approximately $50 million expansion
Read the News

IHG expands Taiwan portfolio with five new hotels and digital services
New signings in Taipei, Taitung and Pingtung will introduce HUALUXE to Taiwan and broaden IHG’s presence across city, hot spring and leisure destinations
Read the News

USA: IHG launches AI-powered hotel search across digital channels
Conversational search debuts in the US on IHG.com and the IHG One Rewards app, allowing travelers to find hotels using everyday language
Read the News

China: Sanya combines tropical coast, marine life and mountain panoramas
The Hainan resort is expanding its summer tourism offer with marine experiences, conservation projects, cooling infrastructure and new night-time attractions
Read the News

Vietnam: Miss World puts Hai Phong in the international spotlight
Nearly 120 contestants explored Dragon Ocean Do Son through golf, eco-tourism, Vietnamese culture and major pageant events
Read the News

Japan: IHG signs 14-hotel portfolio deal in Kyoto
The agreement with GCP Hospitality covers 1,063 rooms and will add 12 Garner hotels and a Holiday Inn Express to IHG’s network over the next 12 months
Read the News

The Luxury Collection launches new Expeditions programme
Ten experiences across four regions take luxury hotel guests into local culture, cuisine and nature with experts ranging from archaeologists and winemakers to marine scientists
Read the News

Turkish Airlines targets 20 percent capacity growth in Asia-Pacific
Asian routes now generate 32 percent of the carrier’s revenue as additional wide-body capacity strengthens connections between Asia, Australia and Europe
