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September 2018 Travel Events Calendar

  • 31 Aug 2018 3 Sep 2018

    World Economic Forum Global Shapers Annual Summit 2018

    Geneva, Switzerland

    Each year, the World Economic Forum invites 400 change-makers, innovators, activists and entrepreneurs under the age of 30 to the Global Shapers Annual Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. This summit helps young leaders strengthen their sense of purpose and build the skills, tools and bonds that they will need to create impact and influence global affairs.

  • 3 Sep 2018

    World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2018

    Hong Kong

    World Travel Awards will be announcing its 2018 Asia & Australasia winners at the annual Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony to be held this year at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, on 3 September.

  • 5 Sep 2018 6 Sep 2018

    IBTM Americas 2018

    Mexico City, Mexico

    ibtm AMERICAS has joined the best of ibtm latin america + ibtm america to create a single, inclusive event.

  • 5 Sep 2018 6 Sep 2018

    South-East Asia Port Expansion Summit 2018

    Jakarta, Indonesia

    At the 5th South-East Asia Port Expansion Summit, government officials, investors, port authorities and port & terminal operators from the entire South-East Asia region will go in discussion with consultants, architects, construction companies, equipment providers and service groups, in order to better explore the market and support the project developments. Topics will range from AMPC initiatives and impact of China`s Maritime Silk Road, to improvement in customs clearance, port management and operations, to the newest tech developments and how to cater to the new shipping alliances.

  • 5 Sep 2018

    Site Classic 2018

    Bluffton, South Carolina, United States

    The SITE Foundation’s most prestigious fundraising event includes a select group of incentive travel buyers and top industry suppliers that come together for three days of business-networking, education and activities that showcase the destination.

  • 5 Sep 2018 6 Sep 2018

    Stockholm Travel Show 2018

    Stockholm, Sweden

    Stockholm-Helsinki B2B Travel Show is a workshop where you meet networks and customers both in Stockholm and Helsinki aboard m / s Silja Serenade at the quayside. We will total over 600 people. Travel agents and organizers, travel managers and travel agents as well as big buyers and VIPs from the corporate world, network contacts, bloggers and the media are our visitors. Silja Line offers a delicious coffee buffet and we end the day with the sparkling wine of the ship.

  • 5 Sep 2018 7 Sep 2018

    Air Retail Show 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    The Air Retail Show brings together Heads of Retail, Heads of Ancillary, Heads of Innovation and Heads of Experience to discuss the digital transformation lessons airlines can learn from mainstream retailers to enhance passenger experience and boost sales.

  • 6 Sep 2018

    THINC Indonesia 2018

    Jakarta, Indonesia

    After a successful run for four consecutive years in Bali, the 6th edition of the conference will return to Jakarta due to the unpredictable and volatile nature of Mount Agung’s volcanic eruptions. THINC Indonesia 2018 would have the Opening Reception held at the Artotel Thamrin on the 5th September evening and the conference will start at 9 in the morning of the 6th at the Fairmont Hotel.

  • 6 Sep 2018

    Business Travel Tech Talk - London 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    The 7th Annual Business Travel Tech Talk London enables corporate travel buyers to network, discuss industry trends and developments, and learn about new technologies for managing travel management services.

  • 7 Sep 2018 9 Sep 2018

    Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) - Ahmedabad 2018

    Ahmedabad, India

    TTF is dedicated to following the globe’s latest travel and tourism trends, with a focus on serving the needs of its extensive B2B clientele. TTF presents an unparalleled marketing opportunity for exhibitors and is the best place for networking, face-to-face meetings, striking the deals of the future and building successful, steady business partnerships.

  • 9 Sep 2018 13 Sep 2018

    PURE Life Experiences 2018

    Marrakech, Morocco

    PURE Life Experiences is the world’s leading travel trade show for the high-end experiential travel community. More than a meeting place, PURE brings together like-minded people renowned for producing the most immersive experiential travel products in the world.

  • 10 Sep 2018 11 Sep 2018

    CAPA Latin America Aviation & LCCs Summit 2018

    Cartagena, Colombia

    The Latin America Aviation & LCCs Summit held by CAPA - Centre for Aviation will return for a second year to explore the key strategic issues impacting the Latin American aviation sector, with Day 1 focusing on the regional aviation outlook and Day 2 dedicated specifically to issues affecting the region’s LCCs.

  • 10 Sep 2018 12 Sep 2018

    Future Travel Experience Global 2018

    Las Vegas, United States

    Future Travel Experience Global is firmly established as the world’s leading meeting place where the most progressive airlines, airports, vendors, start-ups, OEMs, government agencies, destination partners and various other travel industry stakeholders come together to reveal their latest customer experience plans and visions, and collectively define the end-to-end passenger experience of the future.

  • 10 Sep 2018

    Strategic Meetings Summit - San Francisco 2018

    San Francisco, United States

    The BTN Group’s Strategic Meetings Summit unites the top corporate decision makers focused on strategic meetings management, including expert consultants, senior level meeting executives and corporate travel managers, providing a platform for information sharing as attendees gather intelligence on industry developments and share experiences, challenges and solutions with peers in an open forum.

  • 11 Sep 2018 13 Sep 2018

    World Tourism Forum Start-Up Innovation Camp 2018

    Langkawi, Malaysia

    We are searching for the most innovative business models from tourism, travel and hospitality industry. The third Start-Up Innovation Camp will provide you with a platform to attract capital, talents and partnerships. Integrated in PATA Travel Mart (PTM), Asia-Pacific’s worldwide travel trade exhibition.

  • 11 Sep 2018

    WTTC Europe Leaders Forum 2018

    Lisbon, Portugal

    This invitation-only event will bring together the CEOs and regional leaders of the top Travel & Tourism companies from across Europe, along with Tourism Ministers and regional experts to discuss four of the key issues facing the region’s Travel & Tourism sector: tourism’s role in sustainable urban development, tourism and the future of work, unlocking investment in Europe’s tourism, and supporting innovation in tourism. The outputs from the Europe Leaders Forum will inform WTTC’s future work in the region. It will also provide a unique and exclusive space for networking amongst the leaders in attendance.

  • 11 Sep 2018 13 Sep 2018

    World Economic Forum on ASEAN 2018

    Ha Noi, Vietnam

    The 50th anniversary of ASEAN in 2017 was cause for celebration. Ten highly diverse countries have navigated five decades of domestic and geopolitical turbulence, economic change and technological disruption to emerge as a strong community of nations.

  • 12 Sep 2018 13 Sep 2018

    IBTM China 2018

    Beijing, China

    IBTM China is where meetings, events and incentives industry decision makers meet to do business. We unite global suppliers with highly qualified Chinese and international events and meeting planners for two inspirational days of business, networking and education.

  • 12 Sep 2018 14 Sep 2018

    PATA Travel Mart 2018

    Langkawi, Malaysia

    PATA Travel Mart attracts over 1,000 delegates from more than 60 countries and is Asia Pacific’s premier travel trade show featuring unparalleled opportunities to help travel and tourism organisations access decision makers, meet new clients, expand their networks and build existing relationships

  • 12 Sep 2018 13 Sep 2018

    AH&LA Legislative Action Summit 2018

    Washington, D.C, United States

    The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) and the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) are uniting the hotel industry to show lawmakers the strength of our industry in what will be your most important meeting of the year.

  • 13 Sep 2018

    Tourism Resilience Summit of the Americas 2018

    Mona, Jamaica

    This summit forms part of my ministry’s efforts to build resilience within the region and globally. Resilience building has become even more crucial in a world that is hyper connected and as such more susceptible to climate change, epidemics and pandemics, terrorism and cybercrime.

  • 14 Sep 2018 16 Sep 2018

    Asia America Trade Show 2018

    Miami, United States

    A B2B Wholesale Multi-Product Trade Show that brings in Buyers from 43 countries from The Caribbean, Central & South America and the United States. Sell to these international markets while still being in a major U.S. City, the Hub of the Americas; MIAMI.

  • 14 Sep 2018 16 Sep 2018

    Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) - Surat 2018

    Surat, India

    TTF is dedicated to following the globe’s latest travel and tourism trends, with a focus on serving the needs of its extensive B2B clientele. TTF presents an unparalleled marketing opportunity for exhibitors and is the best place for networking, face-to-face meetings, striking the deals of the future and building successful, steady business partnerships.

  • 15 Sep 2018

    World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony 2018

    Guayaquil, Ecuador

    The 2018 winners of Latin America World Travel Awards will be announced at the annual World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony, to be held this year on 15 September in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

  • 16 Sep 2018 19 Sep 2018

    Global Summit on Urban Tourism 2018

    Seoul, Korea, South

    The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is pleased to inform that the 7th Global Summit on Urban Tourism will take place from 16-19 September 2018 in Seoul, at the kind invitation of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea and the Seoul Metropolitan Government.

  • 16 Sep 2018 18 Sep 2018

    The Hotel Show Dubai 2018

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    With over 600 exhibitors from all across the world showcasing products across interiors, lighting and design, technology, security, kitchen and laundry equipment and more, the exhibition provides a 360 degree view of the market. Attracting over 50,000 sector professionals, from GM’s and owner operators, through to procurement managers, designers and the all important architects, housekeepers, executive chefs, revenue managers and engineers.

  • 18 Sep 2018 19 Sep 2018

    Bluetooth World 2018

    Santa Clara, CA, United States

    Bluetooth is continuously expanding to meet the needs of the hospitality industry as it continues to grow.

  • 18 Sep 2018 20 Sep 2018

    CTW Asia-Pacific 2018

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) and Corporate Travel World (CTW) Asia-Pacific is Asia-Pacific’s Only Doublebill Event in MICE and Corporate Travel. Both events have been co-locating since 2004, offering its delegates an unparalleled platform to do business, learn and network with industry players from around the region and beyond.

  • 18 Sep 2018 20 Sep 2018

    IT&CM Asia 2018

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) and Corporate Travel World (CTW) Asia-Pacific is The World’s Only Doublebill Event in MICE and Corporate Travel. Both events have been co-locating since 2004, offering its delegates a valuable platform to do business, learn and network.

  • 19 Sep 2018 20 Sep 2018

    Seatrade Cruise Med 2018

    Lisbon, Portugal

    Seatrade Cruise Med 2018 will take place in Lisbon, Portugal, on 19-20 September 2018.

  • 19 Sep 2018

    Essential Guide to Travel Marketing - London 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    In the competitive travel market, brand loyalty is crucial. Your brand is central to everything you do. ABTA’s one-day essential course will guide you through the basics of marketing, looking at what goes into a travel brand and why it is central to your business.

  • 19 Sep 2018 20 Sep 2018

    CLIA Live Melbourne 2018

    Edinburgh, United Arab Emirates

    This exclusive training event for CLIA members will include presentations from a number of CLIA cruise lines on what makes their brand unique plus a review on how you should be maximising the benefits of your CLIA membership! Agents have the option to attend either or both days.

  • 19 Sep 2018 20 Sep 2018

    Digital Marketing World Forum - Europe 2018

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

    #DMWF Conference & Expo Europe 2018 will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to understand and address your future challenges across digital marketing and social media.  

  • 20 Sep 2018

    Advanced Social Media in Travel – London 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    ABTA’s advanced level social media seminar is for those who have completed our Social Media in Travel course, or those who have a good understanding of social media platforms.

  • 20 Sep 2018

    ITT Odyssey Suppers 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    Throughout the year ITT runs Odyssey Suppers at the House of Commons and a session at World Travel Market. ITT endeavours to find different ways to satisfy the increasing need for events.

  • 20 Sep 2018 23 Sep 2018

    Japan Tourism EXPO 2018

    Tokyo, Japan

    September 20th (Thu) and 21st (Fri) are reserved for business discussions by industry professionals and will not be open to the general public.

  • 20 Sep 2018

    Aspire Luxury Travel Forum Chester (September) 2018

    Chester, United Kingdom

    Aspire’s series of Luxury Travel Forums connect the best agents in the business with new contacts in the luxury sector. From tourist boards and hoteliers to cruise lines and tour operators, you’ll be able to build relationships to benefit your business.

  • 21 Sep 2018

    Global Travel Risk Summit - San Francisco 2018

    San Francisco, United States

    Brought to you by The BTN Group and HospitalityLawyer.com, this one-day conference is focused on educating corporate travel buyers, procurement professionals, human resources, legal and risk professionals and IT on meeting legal obligations and executing safe and secure travel.

  • 24 Sep 2018 27 Sep 2018

    APEX Expo 2018

    Boston, United States

    Thousands of aviation professionals from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and the International Flight Services Association (IFSA) representing more than 100 airlines and over 300 vendors from dozens of industries – ranging from IFE to catering – all committed to improving the airline passenger experience.

  • 24 Sep 2018 27 Sep 2018

    ILTM North America 2018

    Riviera Maya, Mexico

    The leading event for the luxury travel industry in the Americas region. ILTM North America is an invitation-only event, where the very best travel agents and advisors from across the USA, Canada and Mexico meet the world’s very best luxury travel experiences.

  • 24 Sep 2018 25 Sep 2018

    SAHIC South America 2018

    Medellín, Colombia

    SAHIC 2018 is the annual event of international level aimed at promoting the Hotel and Tourism Business, and related Real-Estate industry projects in the region.

  • 24 Sep 2018 27 Sep 2018

    The Lodging Conference 2018

    Phoenix, United States

    The Lodging Conference is one of the top hotel industry events in the world. Over the past 23 years, tens of thousands of high-powered hotel owners and executives from around the globe have participated. The event has been sold out for the last five years with attendance of 1800+ in 2017. We bring together the hotel industry’s most influential owners, operators, presidents, CEOs and dealmakers to strategize about development, finance, franchising, management, construction, design, and operations. More than just a conference, the entire event is a THINK TANK where everybody in attendance has the opportunity to join in the conversation, discuss issues, and solve problems.

  • 25 Sep 2018 26 Sep 2018

    Hotel Facilities Management Expo 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    The Hotel Facilities Management Expo is the ultimate destination for the latest products, features and services optimising the functionality of hotels.

  • 25 Sep 2018 26 Sep 2018

    HTNG Insight Summit North America 2018

    Santa Clara, United States

    This year’s Insight Summit North America will take place at the Plug and Play Headquarters in Sunnyvale, California from September 25-26, 2018.

  • 25 Sep 2018 29 Sep 2018

    Buy Catalunya & Culture 2018

    Barcelona, Spain

    Buy Catalunya is a unique opportunity to get to know, explore and discover Catalonia first hand. The event combines a trade workshop with Catalan tourism companies with a fam trip which will allow you to discover and experience everything Catalonia has to offer.

  • 25 Sep 2018

    TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR London 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    The TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR is a series of one-day conferences around the world for leaders within the hospitality industry.  We believe that knowing people is the key to become a successfull player within the global hospitality industry. Our entire conference concept is focused to make it easy meet the all attendees on one day and to create long-term business relations.

  • 25 Sep 2018 26 Sep 2018

    HTNG Insight Summit 2018

    Sunnyvale, California, United States

    This year’s Insight Summit North America will take place at the Plug and Play Headquarters in Sunnyvale, California from September 25-26, 2018.

  • 25 Sep 2018

    Aspire Luxury Travel Forum London (September) 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    Aspire’s series of Luxury Travel Forums connect the best agents in the business with new contacts in the luxury sector. From tourist boards and hoteliers to cruise lines and tour operators, you’ll be able to build relationships to benefit your business.

  • 26 Sep 2018

    Aspire Luxury Travel Forum Harrogate (September) 2018

    Harrogate, United Kingdom

    Aspire’s series of Luxury Travel Forums connect the best agents in the business with new contacts in the luxury sector. From tourist boards and hoteliers to cruise lines and tour operators, you’ll be able to build relationships to benefit your business.

  • 26 Sep 2018 27 Sep 2018

    Travel Tech Middle East 2018

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Travel Tech Middle East 2018 emphasizes on the tremendous opportunity for inbound and outbound business and luxury travel from the Middle East. The summit focuses in bringing the senior level executives across the sector and region collaboratively to ensure that the key players are up to date with the latest trends and ideas that would revolutionize the way we look at the travel business.

  • 26 Sep 2018

    Group Travel and Escorted Tours Conference 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    ABTA’s second annual Group Travel and Escorted Tours Conference focuses on how to market, sell and deliver holidays and tours of all sizes.

  • 26 Sep 2018 27 Sep 2018

    Hotel Investment Conference Europe 2018

    London, United Kingdom

    Hotel Investment Conference Europe (Hot.E) is the place to meet and network with Europe’s leaders in the investment community. With over one-third of the companies representing leading debt, equity, and development firms, Hot.E is Europe’s “must-attend” event.

  • 26 Sep 2018

    Business Travel Trends and Forecasts - Toronto 2018

    Toronto, United States

    The 6th Annual Business Travel Trends & Forecasts Toronto is a one-day, buyer-focused conference 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.

  • 27 Sep 2018

    World Tourism Day 2018

    Budapest, Hungary

    A one-day conference that focuses on the importance of digital technologies in tourism to provide opportunities for innovation, and prepares the sector for the future of work.

  • 28 Sep 2018 30 Sep 2018

    Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) - Pune 2018

    Pune, India

    TTF is dedicated to following the globe’s latest travel and tourism trends, with a focus on serving the needs of its extensive B2B clientele. TTF presents an unparalleled marketing opportunity for exhibitors and is the best place for networking, face-to-face meetings, striking the deals of the future and building successful, steady business partnerships.