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April 2014 Travel Events Calendar

  • 30 Mar 2014 3 Apr 2014

    Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market (STTIM) 2014

    Riyadh , Saudi Arabia

    STTIM-Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market 2014 is an International Travel and Tourism Investment Exhibition and Conference. STTIM-Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market 2014 to be held on 30-Mar-2014 to 03-Apr-2014. It is on Hotels, resorts and furnished apartments, Timeshare Services, Banking and Financial Services, Tour operators, Cruise Lines, Luxury Properties and Travel Services

  • 31 Mar 2014 1 Apr 2014

    Social Media World Forum Europe 2014

    London, United Kingdom

    Top-level strategic advice and insight around how to engage customers, manage brand perceptions, empower employees and open new un-tapped audiences through diverse social media channels.

  • 31 Mar 2014 2 Apr 2014

    Ops Conference 2014

    Vienna, Austria

    Ops Conference is IATA’s premier event to drive forward the industry agenda on all issues related to safety, security, operations and infrastructure. Ops Conference 2014 will focus on achieving interactive discussions amongst all players to deliver clear outcomes and actions on the major challenges facing our industry. Ops Conference 2014 will have an emphasis – and a thread throughout the entire event – on Safety.

  • 31 Mar 2014 2 Apr 2014

    Airport Cities World Conference & Exhibition 2014

    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    The Airport Cities Conference & Exhibition 2014 will take place from March 31-April 02, 2014, in the City of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

  • 31 Mar 2014 2 Apr 2014

    GBTA Conference 2014 | Shanghai

    Shanghai, China

    GBTA Asia is hosting its 2nd annual China Conference in Shanghai from 31 March - 2 April 2014.

  • 31 Mar 2014 3 Apr 2014

    HOTELEX Shanghai 2014

    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.

  • 31 Mar 2014 2 Apr 2014

    GBTA China Conference 2014

    Shanghai, China

    GBTA Asia is hosting its 2nd annual China Conference in Shanghai from 31 March - 2 April 2014.

  • 2 Apr 2014 4 Apr 2014

    Goa International Travel Mart - GITM 2014

    Goa, India

    The whole concept of the Goa International Travel Mart is to showcase Goa as a travel destination. GITM aims at stimulating travel, tourism, hospitality, leisure, and other related industries, both from within the country and outside. Goa International Travel Mart 2014 strives to bring about a face-to-face interaction of the travel-trade, hoteliers, and other stake holders from Goa with leading travel agents from India and abroad.

  • 2 Apr 2014 6 Apr 2014

    cruise3sixty 2014

    Fort Lauderdale, United States

    Celebrating its tenth year in 2014, this “must-attend” event will once again offer an extensive array of ship inspections (more than any other travel show); a comprehensive educational program unlike any other which includes CLIA seminars and the opportunity to earn up to 140 certification credits. In addition to the outstanding training and professional development seminars, cruise3sixty offers destination and product workshops, hands-on technology training and product updates from the CLIA-Member Cruise Lines.

  • 2 Apr 2014 3 Apr 2014

    Visit Scotland Expo 2014

    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.

  • 2 Apr 2014 3 Apr 2014

    Hotel Investment Conference - South Asia HICSA 2014

    Mumbai, India

    HVS is pleased to announce the 10th Hotel Investment Conference South Asia (HICSA), which will be held on April 2-3, 2014 at Grand Hyatt Mumbai. Over the years, HICSA has gained the reputation of being the best hotel conference in the South Asian region. HICSA today is a well-recognised name in the arena of global hotel conferences and discussion forums.

  • 3 Apr 2014 5 Apr 2014

    Azerbaijan International Travel & Tourism Fair (AITF) 2014

    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.

  • 4 Apr 2014 6 Apr 2014

    PATA Executive Board and PATA Board Meeting: April 2014

    Rotorua, New Zealand

    PATA Executive Board and PATA Board Meeting is to be held this year atRotorua Energy Events Centre, Rotorua, New Zealand from April 4 - 6, 2014.

  • 4 Apr 2014 6 Apr 2014

    World Luxury Expo, Bahrain 2014

    Manama, Bahrain

    World Luxury Expo, hosted in the grand Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain, will again showcase the world’s leading luxury brands, to an ultra-affluent and highly discerning target audience.

  • 4 Apr 2014 9 Apr 2014

    Pacific Asia Indigenous Tourism Conference (PAITC) 2014

    Rotorua, New Zealand

    The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has accepted the New Zealand Māori Tourism’s exceptional bid to host the second Pacific Asia Indigenous Tourism Conference (PAITC) and PATA Board Meetings in Rotorua, New Zealand from April 4-9, 2014

  • 4 Apr 2014 6 Apr 2014

    Gulf Air Bahrain F1 Grand Prix 2014

    Sakhir, Bahrain

    The Bahrain Grand Prix, sponsored by Gulf Air, made history as the first Formula One Grand Prix to be held in the Middle East. Bahrain fought off fierce competition from elsewhere in the region to stage the race, with Egypt, Lebanon and the United Arab Emirates all hoping for the prestige of hosting a Formula One Grand Prix.

  • 5 Apr 2014 9 Apr 2014

    International Pow Wow 2014

    Chicago, Illinois, United States

    U.S. Travel Association’s IPW is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of travel to the U.S. - it is NOT a typical trade show. In just three days of intensive pre-scheduled business appointments, more than 1,000 U.S. travel organisations from every region of the USA (representing all industry category components), and more than 1,200 international and domestic buyers from more than 70 countries conduct business negotiations that result in the generation of more than $3.5 billion in future Visit USA travel.

  • 6 Apr 2014 8 Apr 2014

    Routes Europe 2014

    Marseille, France

    Routes Europe is the region’s annual route development forum and in 2014 will be held in Marseille, and hosted by Marseille Provence Airport. Marseille is the second largest city in France and offers a prime location for Airports, Airlines, Tourism Authorities, Policy Leaders and Aviation Stakeholders who are interested in flying to, from and within the region to meet, do business and plan for the future.

  • 6 Apr 2014 11 Apr 2014

    SportAccord Convention 2014

    Belek/Antalya, Turkey

    SportAccord Convention is a 6-day annual gathering of over 2500 leading representatives from international sport. It encompasses the Congress and General Assemblies of three associations whose members consist of 108 International Sports Federations (IFs) and Associate Members.

  • 7 Apr 2014 8 Apr 2014

    Global Aerospace Summit 2014

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Welcome to the Global Aerospace Summit - a strategic gathering of global industry leaders discussing future growth strategies. An exclusive interactive forum, this invitation-only summit brings together national and international C-level executives from across the aerospace, aviation and space sectors to shape their futures.

  • 8 Apr 2014 10 Apr 2014

    CHAT Beijing 2015

    Beijing, China

    CHAT Beijing is an enhancement of the “China Hotel Development and Financing Conference”, which has been held for nine years in Beijing. Which further focuses the conference specifically on hotel and tourism development and investment issues.

  • 8 Apr 2014 11 Apr 2014

    Food&HotelAsia (FHA) 2014

    Singapore Expo, Singapore

    FHA International Conference is the largest and most influential gathering of leading hospitality industry professionals across Asia today. This year, FHA2014 International Conference will deliver strategic and operational concerns where you’ll hear insights and successful case studies from 130 world’s most successful hospitality figures. Expect to also network with more than 500 delegates at the conference.

  • 8 Apr 2014 10 Apr 2014

    Aircraft Interiors Expo 2014

    Hamburg, Germany

    The global market leader for the world’s aircraft interiors industry, Aircraft Interiors Expo is the launch pad for cabin programmes showcasing tomorrow’s designs, in-flight entertainment, connectivity and passenger services.

  • 9 Apr 2014 11 Apr 2014

    China Outbound Travel and Tourism Market 2014

    Beijing, China

    The ninth edition of the annual outbound tourism exhibition was the largest in the event’s history, floor space grew by 11% and the event featured more than 275 exhibitors from 62 different countries. There were more destinations and travel services showcased than ever before to a trade audience of over 4,000 leading outbound tour operators from all over China.

  • 9 Apr 2014 10 Apr 2014

    Middle East Air Cargo and Logistics Exhibition & Conference 2014

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Middle East Air Cargo and Logistics Exhibition & Conference 2014 is most comprehensive logistics event in the Middle East, bringing the international air cargo & logistics industry to Abu Dhabi. This is one of the most ideal event know more about the latest development worldwide and focusing on the Middle East and its growing importance in the global freight industry.

  • 9 Apr 2014

    WTM Vision Conference Moscow 2014

    Moscow, Russia

    This year the WTM Vision Conference will be again held in Moscow, Russia 09 April 2014.

  • 9 Apr 2014

    Future of Tourism 2014

    London, United Kingdom

    Future of Tourism is as much about answers as it is about questions. Entering its third year, the event drives conversation and debate about how travellers and travel companies can make the world a better place to live, and to explore in the future.

  • 10 Apr 2014 11 Apr 2014

    Russia Hotel Expansion Summit 2014

    Moscow, Russia

    Stable economic growths, optimism in the travel industry and a positive investment landscape have been setting Russia apart from Europe, with a healthy impact on the hospitality market as a result. Russia`s hotel sector has clearly become more attractive to investors.

  • 10 Apr 2014 13 Apr 2014

    International Boat Show China 2014

    Shanghai, China

    On April 10th 2014 the China (Shanghai) International Boat Show (CIBS) comes of age and once more shows itself to be the key to Chinese and Asian water leisure market

  • 10 Apr 2014 12 Apr 2014

    Siberia International Travel and Tourism Exhibition (SITT / TourSib) 2014

    Novosibirsk, Russia

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

  • 15 Apr 2014 20 Apr 2014

    International Travel & Tourism Market 2014

    Maliveld, Netherlands

    International Travel & Tourism Market (ITTM 2014)  with the theme “Buy & sell now! ” is a new, bigger and better BB2 & B2C annual event for local and International companies engaged in the business of travel & tourism. This event will be held from 15th to 20th April 2014 at Maliveld in The Hague, Netherlands.

  • 15 Apr 2014 18 Apr 2014

    Riyadh Travel Fair 2014

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    ASAS Exhibitions Proudly announces its 6th Edition for Riyadh Travel Fair from 15th-18th April 2014 at Four Seasons Hotel Kingdom Tower the Biggest Travel and Tourism Trade Show in KSA Specialized In B-C and B-B after Continuous Successes since Year 2009.

  • 15 Apr 2014 17 Apr 2014

    IT&CM China 2014

    Shanghai, China

    The Leading International MICE Event In China

  • 15 Apr 2014 17 Apr 2014

    Healthcare Travel Expo 2014

    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 2014 provides a fitting platform to promote high quality medical services in Ukraine and abroad.

  • 15 Apr 2014 17 Apr 2014

    Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition - ABACE 2014

    Shanghai, China

    The Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) 2014 is to be held from April 15–17, 2014 at the Shanghai Hawker Pacific Business Aviation Centre in Shanghai, China.

  • 16 Apr 2014 17 Apr 2014

    Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) 2014

    San Diego, United States

    The 59th annual Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) 2014 takes place on April 16-17, at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, San Diego, CA.

  • 18 Apr 2014 20 Apr 2014

    UBS Chinese F1 Grand Prix 2014

    Shanghai, China

    The Chinese Grand Prix is currently held at the Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, designed by Hermann Tilke. It is the most expensive Formula One circuit facility, costing $240 million. The track is 5.451 km long and features one of the trickiest corners combinations on the Formula One calendar, comparable to that of Istanbul Park’s turn 8, also designed by Tilke.

  • 22 Apr 2014 24 Apr 2014

    The Hotel Show Saudi Arabia 2014

    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    The Hotel Show Saudi Arabia is the premier exhibition for leading hotel & hospitality brands. If your objectives in 2014 include raising your brand profile amongst key indusry delegates, then contact The Hotel Show team today to discuss the options available.

  • 22 Apr 2014 26 Apr 2014

    A’sambeni 2014

    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.

  • 23 Apr 2014 25 Apr 2014

    World Travel Market Latin America 2014

    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.

  • 23 Apr 2014 25 Apr 2014

    Kazakhstan International Tourism & Travel Fair (KITF) 2014

    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.

  • 23 Apr 2014

    Web In Travel (WIT) - Indonesia 2014

    Jakarta, Indonesia

    Held for the last nine years, Web In Travel (WIT) - Indonesia 2014 is the largest online travel gathering in Asia Pacific and brings together global and regional leaders to discuss the future of online travel.

  • 23 Apr 2014 25 Apr 2014

    China Hotel Investment Conference (CHIC) 2014

    Shanghai, China

    The China Hotel Investment Conference is the most influential hotel investment conference in China. CHIC is the must-attend meeting platform for international hotel industry leaders and investors to network and negotiate deals.

  • 23 Apr 2014 25 Apr 2014

    WTTC Global Summit 2014

    Hainan Province, China

    Hainan Province, China is the venue for WTTC’s 14th annual Global Summit. The Global Summit will take place 23-25 April 2014 - a venue will be announced shortly.

  • 24 Apr 2014 27 Apr 2014

    Peru Travel Mart 2014

    Lima, Peru

    PTM is a professional event held annually in Peru since 1987, which purpose is the summoning of wholesalers from the main incoming tourist market worldwide, for participating in a meeting with the foremost tourist services makers in our country. During the event, Tour Operators have the opportunity to contact Peruvian enterprises and to learn about the new products and alternatives for their own markets, hence achieving convenient commercial agreements. The program has been designed in such a way for the participants to make the most of their stay. Business round, the event’s core, includes 28 appointments/15 minutes each during a day and a half of negotiations.

  • 24 Apr 2014

    WTM Vision Conference São Paulo 2014

    São Paulo, Brazil

    From the success of the WTM Vision Conference series, WTM are holding an additional conference in São Paulo, Brazil. The conference will take place alongside WTM Latin America, 24 April 2013

  • 27 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference 2014

    Bonito, Brazil

    The Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC), organised by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), is a unique annual conference focused on the advancement of sustainability goals for the tourism industry. Offering invaluable learning and networking opportunities, the ESTC is a leading international meeting place where innovative minds gather to discuss ideas and solutions that inspire change. Promoting policies and practices benefiting businesses and communities, the ESTC helps to reinforce the role of tourism in building a more sustainable future.

  • 27 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    IGHC Ground Handling Conference 2014

    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia

    27th IGHC Ground Handling Conference is your “must attend” event in the ground operations industry. Last year’s edition attracted some 750 high-level industry attendees and over 35 exhibitors from the entire value chain. This is your chance to engage, challenge and influence the direction in which the industry is heading!

  • 28 Apr 2014 1 May 2014

    hotelympia 2014

    London, United Kingdom

    A uniquely social environment, Hotelympia brings together the broadest range of future trends, fresh talent and new ideas to help the UK foodservice and hospitality industry push the boundaries in quality, innovation and sustainability.

  • 28 Apr 2014 3 May 2014

    Africa Travel Week 2014

    Cape Town, South Africa

    Africa Travel Week will take place in Cape Town South Africa, from April 28 – May 3, 2014 and sees WTM Africa co-locate alongside fellow Reed Travel Exhibitions’ events IBTM Africa and ILTM Africa.

  • 28 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    HR in Hospitality Conference and Expo 2014

    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 organization you need to be here.

  • 28 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    IBTM Africa 2014

    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.

  • 28 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    ILTM Africa - International Luxury Travel Market Africa 2014

    Cape Town, South Africa

    ILTM Africa is where the leaders of the African luxury travel community meet. Exclusive trade only buyers from across the globe are introduced to African suppliers through a bespoke appointment programme to build relationships and grow their businesses.

  • 28 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    UNWTO 56th Commission Meeting for Africa 2014

    TBC, Angola

    This meeting is held on a yearly basis for the Commission Meeting for Africa members, and allows them the opportunity to discuss and debate at the highest level about the most important issues related to tourism development in the Africa region. Under the leadership of Zimbabwe, the CAF Chairman, H.E. Eng. Walter Mzembi, the Zimbabwe Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Industry of Zimbabwe will table issues including the anti-poaching initiative in Africa, funding for African tourism development, the image of the region, and other issues that are high on the UNWTO agenda for the region.

  • 28 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    HSBC Golf Business Forum 2014

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    The HSBC Golf Business Forum is an event like no other, a unique opportunity, congregating board and executive level sports industry representatives from across the industry spectrum.

  • 28 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    KPMG Golf Business Forum 2014

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    In 2004, KPMG’s Golf Advisory Practice set out to create a unique international event that focused on the business around golf. With much valuable input and support from the industry, the concept of the Golf Business Forum (GBF) was developed.

  • 29 Apr 2014 1 May 2014

    Hotel Opportunities Latin America 2014

    Miami, Florida, United States

    More than 300 hotel industry leaders attended the Hotel Opportunities Latin America (HOLA) conference in Miami, Florida this year. HOLA provides 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.

  • 29 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    ATAG Global Sustainable Aviation Summit 2014

    Geneva, Switzerland

    The Air Transport Action Group’s Aviation & Environment Summit has become the leading global forum for the world’s aviation community to discuss sustainability issues.

  • 29 Apr 2014 30 Apr 2014

    ATAG Aviation & Environment Summit 2014

    Geneva, Switzerland

    ATAG’s Aviation & Environment Summit 2014 will take place at the President Wilson Hotel, Geneva, Switzerland, on Tuesday 29 and Wednesday 30 April 2014.