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April 2015 Travel Events Calendar

  • 29 Mar 2015 1 Apr 2015

    ITE 2015 - Technical Conference and Exhibit

    Tucson, Arizona, United States

    ITE 2015 Technical Conference and Exhibit is to be held this year, March 29–April 1, Westin La Paloma Tucson, Arizona, USA

  • 29 Mar 2015 3 Apr 2015

    Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market (STTIM) 2015

    Riyadh , Saudi Arabia

    STTIM-Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market 2015 is an International Travel and Tourism Investment Exhibition and Conference. STTIM-Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market 2015 to be held on 29-Mar-2015 to 03-Apr-2015. It is on Hotels, resorts and furnished apartments, Timeshare Services, Banking and Financial Services, Tour operators, Cruise Lines, Luxury Properties and Travel Services

  • 30 Mar 2015 2 Apr 2015

    HOTELEX Shanghai 2015

    Shanghai, China

    HOTELEX Shanghai Hotelex as the hotel and catering industry, the world’s largest, most influential, one of the highest levels of the Expo, as always, concerned about the innovative elements with green concept hotel supplies industry practice.

  • 1 Apr 2015 2 Apr 2015

    Middle East Cargo and Logistics Conference & Exhibition (MECL) 2015

    Manama, Bahrain

    MECL 2015 is a most comprehensive logistics event in the Middle East, bringing the international cargo & logistics industry to Kingdom of Bahrain. This is one of the most ideal event to know more about the latest development worldwide and focusing on the Middle East and its growing importance in the global freight industry.

  • 2 Apr 2015 4 Apr 2015

    Azerbaijan International Travel & Tourism Fair (AITF) 2015

    Baku, Azerbaijan

    AITF is the main event in Azerbaijan’s fast growing tourism market attracting a large number of international participants and trade visitors from year-to-year.

  • 3 Apr 2015 6 Apr 2015

    VITM 2015

    Hanoi, Vietnam

    After two consecutive successful shows (2013 & 2014), VITM attracts more and more foreign participants and becomes the largest international travel mart in Vietnam. VITM 2014 welcomed the participation of 22 countries and territories, who occupied one third of total exhibiting space.  This fact of popularity lifts VITM to a regional travel event.

  • 7 Apr 2015 8 Apr 2015

    Hotel Investment Conference - South Asia HICSA 2015

    New Delhi, India

    The 11th Hotel Investment Conference-South Asia (HICSA) 2015 will be held at a new venue - New Delhi JW Marriott Aerocity on April 7th & 8th and already has confirmations from some of the industry stalwarts such as Arne Sorenson, President & CEO, Marriott International; Gerald Lawless, President & Group CEO, Jumeirah Group; Rakesh Sarna, Managing Director & CEO, Taj Group; Thorsten Kirschke, President-APAC, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group and Steve Rushmore, Founder, HVS. The HICSA Team looks forward to welcoming all hospitality leaders at the event.

  • 7 Apr 2015

    WTM Vision Conference Moscow 2015

    Moscow, Russia

    This April WTM Vision returns to Moscow to host the first conference of the 2015 Vision Conference series. Organised in association with Tour Business this insightful and engaging half day conference takes place on Tuesday 7th April from 10.00am at the Golden Ring Hotel.

  • 8 Apr 2015 9 Apr 2015

    Web In Travel (WIT) - Middle East 2015

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Last year, WIT celebrated its “Little Big 10” anniversary, marking the end of one cycle. As it enters a fresh cycle, it recognises the new dawn that is rising for travel and tourism across Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

  • 9 Apr 2015 10 Apr 2015

    Online World Food Travel Summit 2015

    Online

    This April, hundreds of business leaders, investors, innovators, government officials, and university educators – representing every aspect of the tourism industry – will unite at the World Food Travel Summit for five days in Lisbon, Portugal. The Summit will be a platform to learn, network, and grow food and tourism businesses.

  • 9 Apr 2015 12 Apr 2015

    International Boat Show China 2015

    Shanghai, China

    The China (Shanghai) International Boat Show was started 19 years ago. Over the years the show has grown and while, like any market, there has been the occasional year where the growth has reversed slightly, CIBS has gone from strength to strength. The numbers of the Visitors and Exhibitors, along with the exhibition area, enclosed, are audited by the third party.

  • 12 Apr 2015 14 Apr 2015

    ACTE Global Corporate Travel Conference - Atlanta 2015

    Atlanta, United States

    ACTE is re-committed to meeting and exceeding our reputation as the industry benchmark for quality education by bringing the best innovators to share their ideas and solutions. Nominate an innovator today!

  • 12 Apr 2015 14 Apr 2015

    Routes Europe 2015

    Aberdeen City and Shire, United Kingdom

    Routes Europe is the region’s largest route development forum and enables the aviation industry’s decision makers from across Europe to examine air services, discuss new market opportunities and developments and get up to speed on potential new destinations.

  • 13 Apr 2015 19 Apr 2015

    Spa Week 2015

    National event, United States

    SPA WEEK is a bi-annual event focused on the personal health and wellness of consumers. Every April and October, hundreds of spa and wellness locations across North America provide two to three full-service spa treatments for just $50 each, offering everyone access to the spa and wellness lifestyle.

  • 13 Apr 2015

    WTM Vision Conference Beijing 2015

    Beijing, China

    Organised in association with China Business Network this insightful and engaging half day conference takes place on Tuesday 13th April from 13.30pm at the The International Hotel.

  • 13 Apr 2015 15 Apr 2015

    Ops Conference 2015

    Los Angeles CA, United States

    Ops Conference is IATA’s premier event to drive forward the industry agenda on all issues related to safety, security, operations and infrastructure. The conference will kick off with a series of half-day workshops on key safety, operations and infrastructure topics. The main conference sessions will include panels, expert presentations and interactive discussions to create the most effective learning and discussion environment.

  • 13 Apr 2015 15 Apr 2015

    ILTM Africa - International Luxury Travel Market Africa 2015

    Cape Town, South Africa

    ILTM Africa is a specialist invitation-only event, where the very best travel agents and advisors from across the world meet Africa’s most spectacular luxury travel experiences.

  • 13 Apr 2015

    HRG Forum - Latin Global American 2015

    Sao Paulo, Brazil

    The only event in Latin America focused on regional and global issues concerning travel, events and corporate mobility.

  • 13 Apr 2015 15 Apr 2015

    IBTM Africa 2015

    Cape Town, South Africa

    IBTM Africa is the new invitation only event for Africa’s incentives, meetings and business travel industry. This highly targeted event will bring together buyers and suppliers for three days of business, education and networking all held in Capetown, South Africa.

  • 14 Apr 2015 16 Apr 2015

    China Outbound Travel and Tourism Market 2015

    Beijing, China

    Now entering its 11th year, COTTM is regarded as the industry’s most important platform and remains the only business to business event that focuses purely on the burgeoning outbound market.

  • 14 Apr 2015 17 Apr 2015

    Riyadh Travel Fair 2015

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Riyadh Travel Fair 2015, convened in Saudi Capital of Riyadh, is considered as a significant annual event where the leading travel and tourism companies in Saudi Arabia With GCC And Other International Companies / Countries gather with exhibitors representing tourist promotion authorities and tourist companies at the Arab and International levels. The Fair is considered as a market for introduction of the tourist products, services and investments provided the most significant tourist companies in the world.

  • 14 Apr 2015 16 Apr 2015

    Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition - ABACE 2015

    Shanghai, China

    The Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE2015) will be held at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at the Shanghai Hawker Pacific Business Aviation Service Centre from April 14 to 16, 2015. In partnership with Shanghai Airport Authority (SAA) and co-hosted by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) and the Shanghai Exhibition Center (SEC), ABACE has proven to be a rapidly-growing, high-value premier business aviation event in Asia since its launch in 2012.

  • 14 Apr 2015 16 Apr 2015

    IT&CM China 2015

    Shanghai, China

    IT&CM China 2015 will be held from April 14 to 16 at Shanghai Exhibition & Convention Center of International Sourcing. This is the 9th instalment of the international MICE event that seeks to “Promote China to the World and the World to China”. The 2015 event expects an attendance of 3,000 MICE professionals from sectors including DMCs, PCOs, corporate travel and associations, some 400 hosted delegates, over 10,000 business appointments as well as over 60 business, education and networking sessions.

  • 14 Apr 2015 16 Apr 2015

    Aircraft Interiors Expo 2015

    Hamburg, Germany

    Take your business to new heights with the leading aircraft interiors event. With over 800 airline buyers, 500+ suppliers and 13,897 attendees & a predicted 25% growth in the IFE Zone this is one event not to be missed.

  • 15 Apr 2015 17 Apr 2015

    Healthcare Travel Expo 2015

    Kyiv, Ukraine

    Following rapid developments in medical tourism, Ukraine is becoming a key player in the field, with more than 130,000 Ukrainians going abroad for treatments, rehabilitation and qualitative diagnostics. With this in mind, the International Exhibition of Medical Tourism - SPA & Wellness Healthcare Travel Expo at EC KyivExpoPlaza, on the 15th-17th April 2015 provides a fitting platform to promote high quality medical services in Ukraine and abroad.

  • 15 Apr 2015 16 Apr 2015

    WTTC Global Summit 2015

    Madrid, Spain

    The Global Summit, which is the biggest annual gathering of Travel & Tourism leaders, will be held on 15-16 April 2015 and is to be hosted by Ministerio de Industria, Energía y Turismo del Gobierno de España; Comunidad de Madrid and Ayuntamiento de Madrid.

  • 15 Apr 2015

    WTM Vision Conference Cape Town 2015

    Cape Town, South Africa

    The Cape Town Vision Conference is an insightful and engaging half day conference takes place on Wednesday 15th April from 11:15am at the Cape Town International Convention Centre .

  • 15 Apr 2015 17 Apr 2015

    World Travel Market Africa 2015

    Cape Town, South Africa

    Set to be the leading B2B exhibition for Africa’s leisure travel industry, WTM Africa will bring the world to Africa and promote Africa to the world. WTM Africa will bring together worldwide buyers and sellers, all focused on the African tourism market, under one roof. This event is the place for anyone involved in the African travel industry.

  • 16 Apr 2015 18 Apr 2015

    Siberia International Travel and Tourism Exhibition (SITT / TourSib) 2015

    Novosibirsk, Russia

    SITT / TourSib is recognised as a major event for tourism industry professionals in Siberia region.

  • 16 Apr 2015 18 Apr 2015

    HR in Hospitality Conference and Expo 2015

    Las Vegas, United States

    HR in Hospitality is the only conference that addresses the unique HR and legal challenges facing the hospitality. If you handle any aspects of HR or employment law for a hospitality organisation you need to be here.

  • 17 Apr 2015 19 Apr 2015

    B-Travel 2015

    Barcelona, Spain

    This is a pioneering platform that highlights the experience of the traveller and boost innovation to create a big new community, the B-Travel Community, which will be active all year round as a benchmark in new items and travel experiences.

  • 17 Apr 2015 19 Apr 2015

    DRT Show Beijing 2015

    Beijing, China

    Diving Resort Travel Expo is to take place this year in Shanghai, 17-19 April 2015

  • 18 Apr 2015 19 May 2015

    New York Travel Festival 2015

    New York City, United States

    The New York Travel Festival is the perfect event for travel professionals who want to learn more about their industry, connect with like-minded networkers, and be inspired within their personal travels.

  • 19 Apr 2015 21 Apr 2015

    CNS Partnership Conference 2015

    Orlando, United States

    The 2015 CNS Partnership Conference celebrates its silver anniversary with the theme of “Past Reflections–New Directions.” Renowned for its endless networking and prospective client opportunities, CNS continues to provide excellent forums for addressing relevant issues faced in the Air Cargo industry.

  • 19 Apr 2015 21 Apr 2015

    World Economic Forum on East Asia 2015

    Jakarta, Indonesia

    Marking a return to Indonesia after three years, the 24th World Economic Forum on East Asia will be held in Jakarta just months after the inauguration of Indonesia’s third democratically elected government under the leadership of President Joko Widodo.

  • 19 Apr 2015 24 Apr 2015

    SportAccord Convention 2015

    Sochi, Russia

    SportAccord Convention is a 6-day annual gathering of leading representatives from international sport. It encompasses the Congress and General Assemblies of three associations whose members consist of 109 International Sports Federations (IFs) and Associate Members.

  • 20 Apr 2015 22 Apr 2015

    GBTA Conference 2015 | Toronto

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    GBTA Conference 2015 | Toronto will be held Apr 20 - Apr 22, 2015 in Toronto, Ontario. This conference is the largest travel purchasing and management event in Canada!

  • 20 Apr 2015 24 Apr 2015

    LGBT Week NYC 2015

    New York, United States

    Tap into the expanding and diversifying LGBT tourism and hospitality marketplace. This dynamic and fun day of all new content features industry leader case studies, along with a review of Community Marketing & Insights’ latest LGBT research and best practices training.

  • 20 Apr 2015 22 Apr 2015

    ITM Annual Conference 2015

    St Andrews , United Kingdom

    ITM Annual Conference conference this year scrutinises the complexities of the disruptive influencers that are heading our way and offers an innovative and collaborative journey of discovery designed to stimulate your confidence in the future.

  • 21 Apr 2015 25 Apr 2015

    A’sambeni 2015

    Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

    A’Sambeni is a tourism showcase for sub-Saharan Africa: it is a country-neutral exhibition, not tied to any specific national tourist association. A’sambeni is a full-scale, regional, info-rich tourism exhibition held in Zimbabwe which accommodates large and small operators and includes specialised suppliers to the tourism industry. The emphasis is on Adventure, Cultural and Eco-tourism.

  • 21 Apr 2015 23 Apr 2015

    Sea Asia 2015

    Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

    Asia’s premier maritime exhibition and conference will return to Singapore for its 5th edition from 21-23 April 2015.

  • 22 Apr 2015 24 Apr 2015

    Kazakhstan International Tourism & Travel Fair (KITF) 2015

    Almaty, Kazakhstan

    As the most eagerly-anticipated tourism event in Central Asia, KITF is set to welcome over 7,500 visitors, as trade professionals from around the world showcase a full spectrum of the latest travel products and services- the world’s top resorts, stylish hotels, ideal flight options and exclusive travel offers.

  • 22 Apr 2015 26 Apr 2015

    cruise3sixty 2015

    Fort Lauderdale, United States

    cruise3sixty, the only official cruise conference of the cruise line industry, brought to you by the world’s largest cruise industry organization, CLIA, Cruise Lines International Association. Attendees at cruise3sixty benefit from the BEST in educational training and networking opportunities.

  • 22 Apr 2015 24 Apr 2015

    World Travel Market Latin America 2015

    São Paulo, Brazil

    To be staged annually in the economic powerhouse of São Paulo, World Travel Market Latin America - the leading global event for the Latin American travel industry - is a three day must-attend business-to-business (B2B) event which brings the world to Latin America and promotes Latin America to the world.

  • 22 Apr 2015 23 Apr 2015

    Visit Scotland Expo 2015

    Glasgow, United Kingdom

    VisitScotland expo is Scotland’s premier business to business travel trade event. expo offers the perfect opportunity for all companies with a Scottish tourism product to showcase their products and services to potential buyers.

  • 23 Apr 2015

    PATA Youth Symposium 2015

    Leshan, China

    These educational events take place alongside the PATA Annual General Meeting in April and the PATA Travel Mart (PTM) in September. The objective of the symposium is to enhance educational opportunities to benefit the local community, and to create networking opportunities among students and travel industry professionals.

  • 23 Apr 2015 24 Apr 2015

    World Tourism Forum Lucerne 2015

    Lucerne, Switzerland

    World Tourism Forum Lucerne is a non-profit organisation in the form of an association. It is led by a Management Board of which each member is also a founder. In matters relating to content, the Management Board relies on the support of an Advisory Board.

  • 23 Apr 2015

    Russia Hotel Expansion Summit 2015

    Moscow, Russia

    Noppen`s 3rd Annual Russia Hotel Expansion Summit will feature the most prominent industry leaders providing informative and inspiring discussions pertaining to the current needs and the ambitious future development. Global and local leading operators, developers, investors, construction companies, architects, financial institutes, associations, consultants and solution providers are invited to discuss upcoming and existing projects, investment possibilities, innovative sustainable development methods, design trends and technology updates.

  • 23 Apr 2015 24 Apr 2015

    Stockholm Travel Show 2015

    Stockholm, Sweden

    Stockholm Travel Show takes place two times a year at the Stockholm Central Station between Thursday and Saturday 12th of March and 23-24 April 2015. The Stockholm Central Station has been the natural hub for travelers since year 1871 with the city’s local and long-distance trains coming and going from here.

  • 23 Apr 2015 26 Apr 2015

    PATA Annual Summit 2015

    Leshan, China

    Hosted by the Leshan Municipal Tourism Bureau, PATA is delighted to be organising the PATA Annual Summit 2015, which will take place from April 23-26, 2015 at Hong Zhu Shan Hotel, Leshan, Sichuan, China. The Summit includes a one-day-conference, the PATA Executive Board, Board and Committee meeting, and the Annual General Meeting 2015.

  • 24 Apr 2015 2 May 2015

    Vacation.com International Conference & Trade Show 2015

    Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey, Global

    All hands will be on deck at Conference to learn how Vacation.com gives you the tools, programs and support to Think Bigger: bigger client lists, bigger partner sales, bigger cruise groups, bigger online presence and bigger hotel commissions.

  • 26 Apr 2015 27 Apr 2015

    Uzbek International Tourist Fair (UITF) 2015

    Тошкент, Uzbekistan

    Uzbek International Tourist Fair “The World of Leisure”  being youngest tourism event in Uzbekistan, has been established as one of the significant events that brings together all the players in the tourism sector on the same site, adopted its position as an event held on an annual basis before the summer tourist season!

  • 26 Apr 2015 29 Apr 2015

    IGHC Ground Handling Conference 2015

    Istanbul, Turkey

    The 28th IGHC Ground Handling Conference will be hosted by Turkish Airlines. With topics such as global industry standards, ramp innovations and business growth tackled in the past, this year’s event promises to address key theme “Value at the crossroads of service and costs” at the top of our stakeholders’ minds.

  • 27 Apr 2015 30 Apr 2015

    Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference 2015

    Quito, Ecuador

    The Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference, now in its tenth year, is a unique annual conference providing practical solutions to advance sustainability goals for the tourism industry.

  • 27 Apr 2015 29 Apr 2015

    UNWTO 57th Commission Meeting for Africa 2015

    TBC, Seychelles

    The UNWTO Commission For Africa (CAF) Ministerial Meeting 2014 that took place in Luanda Angola has voted unanimously to hold their 2015 Ministerial Meeting in the Seychelles. The meeting follows the call by Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture to bring the meeting to the Indian Ocean Islands to coincide with the Carnaval International de Victoria of April 2015.

  • 27 Apr 2015 29 Apr 2015

    ISAGO Auditors Symposium 2015

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Aligned with the theme of this year’s IGHC conference -  “Value at the crossroads of service and costs “ - the ISAGO Auditors Symposium will cover important topics such as global industry standards, ramp innovations and business growth. Participation in this symposium is complimentary and will count as a recurrent training.

  • 27 Apr 2015 28 Apr 2015

    Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit 2015

    Miami, FL, United States

    The Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS) is the Caribbean’s most noteworthy hotel investment conference. Join us in convenient Miami for informative sessions and unbeatable networking opportunities. With over a decade of experience in bringing the hotel/tourism investment community together in the Caribbean, the host of CHRIS has created a conference which is innovative, timely, and focused.

  • 27 Apr 2015 29 May 2015

    UNWTO World Forum on Food Tourism 2015

    San Sebastián, Spain

    The Basque Culinary Center and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in collaboration with Basquetour, the Gipuzkoa Foral Deputation and the Donostia-San Sebastián Town Hall are organising the 1st UNWTO Affiliate Members World Forum on Food Tourism, to take place on 27-29 April 2015 in San Sebastián, Spain.

  • 28 Apr 2015 30 Apr 2015

    Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange (DATE) 2015

    Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

    DATE, the Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange, was created to provide a professionally organized business exchange where International Wholesalers, Tour Operators, Incentive Groups, Airlines, and Charters Operators (Buyers) can meet and conduct business with the Dominican Republic’s leading tourism suppliers.

  • 28 Apr 2015 29 Apr 2015

    Travel Law Seminar 2015

    London, United Kingdom

    The world is changing. 2015 will be one of the most significant years in travel industry law and regulation with the introduction of the new Package Travel Directive and preparation for changes to the ATOL scheme.

  • 28 Apr 2015 29 Apr 2015

    GBTA Legislative Symposium 2015

    Washington D.C, United States

    The GBTA Legislative Symposium offers business travel professionals the chance to network with key policy makers and shape policies that impact the travel marketplace.

  • 28 Apr 2015 30 Apr 2015

    Hotel Opportunities Latin America 2015

    Miami, Florida, United States

    HOLA is designed to provide an annual meeting place for hotel executives, investors, lenders, developers, and the professional advisory community who are interested in doing deals in one of the world’s hottest hotel markets - Latin America.

  • 28 Apr 2015

    Business Travel Trends and Forecasts - Washington DC 2015

    Washington, DC, United States

    Business Travel Trends & Forecasts are one-day, buyer-only conferences designed to unite corporate travel professionals and provide a platform for information sharing. Through expert-led sessions and interactive discussions, attendees gather intelligence on industry changes and discuss with fellow corporate buyers common challenges, effective solutions and future trends in business travel management and technology.

  • 30 Apr 2015

    Web In Travel (WIT) - Indonesia 2015

    Bali, Indonesia

    WIT Indonesia is the regional edition of the signature WIT conference, based in Singapore. Held for the last 10 years, it is the largest online travel gathering in Asia Pacific and brings together global and regional leaders to discuss the future of online travel.