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May 2026 Travel Events Calendar

  • 28 Apr 2026 3 May 2026

    Caravan Camping Holiday Supershow - NSW 2026

    Sydney, Australia

    It’s a destination in its own right, where in one place you can get on board the latest model motorhomes, campervans, caravans and camper trailers; set up camp with all the newest and best equipment or tap insider knowledge on holiday parks that can rival luxury resorts.

  • 4 May 2026 7 May 2026

    ILTM Latin America 2026

    Sao Paulo, Brazil

    Hailed as one of the most colourful and euphoric shows in the ILTM Collection, the Latin America edition is ideal for any luxury travel business that’s hungry for more. Highly curated meetings with the region’s most exclusive and sought after travel designers, who’s who in luxury media and the world’s finest hospitality brands.

  • 4 May 2026

    NBAA PDP Course: Adaptive Leadership – Navigating Change With Agility 2026

    New Orleans, LA, United States

    Held in conjunction with the NBAA Maintenance Conference, this one-day course will help attendees gain leadership skills that can have an impact from any position in the organization.

  • 5 May 2026 6 May 2026

    Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) 2026

    Provo, Utah, United States

    The Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) is a forum for the business aviation industry to meet in a collaborative environment to identify safety concerns, devise approaches to reduce risk and implement initiatives to improve safety. The summit, organized by Flight Safety Foundation, in partnership with the National Business Aviation Association covers safety, training, practical solutions, management, human factors and other issues for every segment of the business aviation industry.

  • 5 May 2026 7 May 2026

    NBAA Maintenance Conference 2026

    New Orleans, LA, United States

    The NBAA Maintenance Conference provides vital education and networking opportunities for anyone involved in business aircraft maintenance – from technicians to directors of maintenance. Stay up-to-date on the latest operational information critical to your job and connect with over 900 fellow peers.

  • 6 May 2026 7 May 2026

    Digital Marketing World Forum - Global 2026

    London, United Kingdom

    #DMWF Global prides itself on its global brand speaker line-up and the latest examples & case studies within the dedicated conference tracks. A paid conference and expo that hosts live demos and product launches, and premium networking lunches and drinks during the show.

  • 6 May 2026

    ABTA: Carbon Literacy for Travel and Tourism 2026

    London, United Kingdom

    Accredited by the Carbon Literacy Project, this training day offers a comprehensive guide to carbon and climate change. Tailored specifically for the travel industry you will gain an understanding of climate goals, their application to travel, and how businesses are affected.

  • 7 May 2026

    Business Travel Trends and Forecasts - Philadelphia 2026

    Philadelphia, 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.

  • 8 May 2026 10 May 2026

    DRT Show Taiwan 2026

    Taipei City, Taiwan

    The name DRT stands for Diving, Resort, and Travel. DRT SHOW was founded by Mr. Jason Chong in 2009 to provide business partners greater support and encourage more people to become passionate divers who care about marine ecology. In 2010, the first DRT SHOW was held successfully in Hong Kong. 90% of exhibitors were from overseas, which proved that DRT SHOW had become the most international dive exhibition in Asia Pacific. Since then, DRT SHOW has been taking place in several Asian cities including Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Okinawa, Taipei, Singapore, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, and Mumbai. Nowadays, DRT SHOW is truly the largest dive expo in Asia Pacific.

  • 10 May 2026 14 May 2026

    Australian Tourism Exchange 2026

    Adelaide, Australia

    Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) provides tourism operators around the country with the opportunity to meet and do business with international buyers from around the world.

  • 10 May 2026 13 May 2026

    Private Luxury - Split 2026

    Split, Croatia

    Luxury travel designers meet and connect with sought-after independent boutique luxury properties from around the world in an exceptional destination.

  • 11 May 2026 13 May 2026

    PATA Annual Summit 2026

    Gyeongju and Pohang, Korea, South

    This PATA Flagship event embraces a global tourism forum, a technical tour to explore the hosting destination, and the Association’s annual meetings. The event brings together international thought leaders, industry shapers, and senior decision-makers who are professionally engaged with the Asia Pacific region.

  • 11 May 2026

    Strategic Meetings Summit - London 2026

    London, United Kingdom

    The 9th Annual Strategic Meetings Summit London unites senior meeting executives and corporate travel managers focused on advancing strategic meetings management. This one-day event explores changing marketplace conditions, sourcing and supplier performance, governance, and the technology shaping meetings programs.

  • 11 May 2026 13 May 2026

    Ai Everything GLOBAL 2026

    Abu Dhabi & Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    ACCELERATING GLOBAL MOMENTUM THROUGH BOLD COLLABORATIONS. Is where the global artificial intelligence ecosystem coalesces to create the world’s most impactful, visionary and ground-breaking AI event… where trailblasers and innovators go to inspire and be inspired. A revolutionary event for revolutionary times.

  • 12 May 2026 14 May 2026

    Airport Show, Dubai 2026

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    The Airport Show brings together the industry’s foremost airport suppliers and service providers, as well as aviation industry leaders and regional decision-makers, to showcase the most recent innovations and technologies.

  • 12 May 2026 15 May 2026

    Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum (LVTAF) 2026

    Las Vegas, United States

    Immerse yourself in the world of travel and connect with the industry’s leading professionals at the Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum (LVTAF). LVTAF connects travel sellers from North America with a global base of vacation experiences, business resources and more. This limited space B2B leisure travel agency focused program will provide delegates with a 360 degree approach to networking, education, immersion and business opportunities.

  • 12 May 2026

    Caribbean Travel Forum 2026

    Antigua and Barbuda

    The Caribbean Travel Forum brings together Hotel and Attraction Owners, Managing Directors, General Managers, and other executives to collaboratively shape a sustainable industry that can withstand future challenges while fostering the region’s growth and development.

  • 12 May 2026 13 May 2026

    ACI-NA/ACC/AGC Airport Construction Strategy Summit 2026

    Atlanta, GA, United States

    The Summit provides airport construction professionals, capital program managers, and risk managers with practical and actionable information regarding how to improve capital project delivery and manage construction and project delivery risks. The program will feature many airports that have recently or are currently managing large capital improvement programs.

  • 12 May 2026 15 May 2026

    Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026

    Antigua and Barbuda

    Caribbean Travel Marketplace affords tourism suppliers the opportunity to meet face-to-face with wholesalers from around the world selling Caribbean vacation travel over the course of two days of business meetings.

  • 12 May 2026 13 May 2026

    DigiMarCon New England 2026

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States

    The Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in New England.

  • 12 May 2026 14 May 2026

    IATA Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) 2026

    Paris, France

    The IATA Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) is a merger of the Fuel Forum and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Symposium.

  • 12 May 2026 13 May 2026

    ABTA: Travel Law Seminar 2026

    London, United Kingdom

    ABTA’s annual flagship Travel Law Seminar. Listen to a range of travel and legal professionals discuss the changing landscape of travel regulation and get a complete update on all legal issues facing travel.

  • 12 May 2026 13 May 2026

    Hospitality & Travel Technology Innovation Summit 2026

    Hoofddorp, Netherlands

    Hospitality & Travel Technology Innovation Summit is an exclusive invitation only platform which each year helps 100+ Hotels & Travel Technology professionals to discuss the carefully curated themes and topics full of knowledge, solutions and challenges of providing their guests with the NEXT-GENERATION Services while keeping the rooms booked throughout the year.

  • 15 May 2026

    Direct Booking Summit: Caribbean 2026

    Antigua and Barbuda

    A new Marketplace event showcasing digital marketing, AI solutions, and tech trends to boost direct bookings and regional competitiveness.

  • 17 May 2026 19 May 2026

    BITAC® Owners Spring 2026

    Scottsdale, United States

    BITAC® Owners Event is 2+ days of education, relationship-building, and uninterrupted private meetings in a relaxed atmosphere between hotel owners and solution providers focused on all aspects of hotel ownership and management. BITAC® Owners Event attracts hotel company owners, CEOs, presidents, COOs, CFOs, who are actively working on projects.

  • 17 May 2026 21 May 2026

    International Pow Wow 2026

    Greater Fort Lauderdale, United States

    U.S. Travel Association’s IPW will continue to reunite and rebuild the global travel industry, providing an in-person platform to conduct business and renew our relationships around the world.

  • 17 May 2026 18 May 2026

    Tourism Seasonality Summit 2026

    Rimini, Italy

    Tackling seasonality transforms tourism from a periodic economic boost into a sustainable development engine that consistently supports local prosperity while protecting the very assets that make destinations worth visiting. But how does that vision become a reality for destinations?

  • 17 May 2026 18 May 2026

    ICCA Association Circle 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    The ICCA Association Circle is designed to elevate and upskill the meetings and association community, strengthening its ability to remain future-proof and resilient. By focusing on complex, strategy-driven topics, the initiative challenges participants to deepen their expertise and advance their knowledge to the next level.

  • 18 May 2026

    ICCA Business Intelligence Database Training 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    The ICCA Business Intelligence offers members a quicker, smarter user experience; giving access to data, stats, reports, and analysis to uncover more business opportunities.

  • 18 May 2026

    ICCA Chapter Meetings 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    ICCA will be present at IMEX in Frankfurt, the largest tradeshow in Europe for the meetings and event industry.

  • 18 May 2026

    ICCA Global Business Exchange 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    ICCA takes pride in maintaining a proactive stance to ensure members are ready for the post-pandemic situation, by enhancing member value and demonstrating leadership by helping you to continue to act in a marketing-oriented manner.

  • 18 May 2026

    ICCA Plenary & Global Advocacy Alliance Forum 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    ICCA will be present at IMEX in Frankfurt, the largest tradeshow in Europe for the meetings and event industry.

  • 18 May 2026

    ICCA Sector Meetings 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    ICCA will be present at IMEX in Frankfurt, the largest tradeshow in Europe for the meetings and event industry.

  • 18 May 2026

    Strategic Meetings Summit - San Francisco 2026

    San Francisco, United States

    If you are looking to take your strategic meetings management program to the next level or just starting out, don’t miss the BTN Group’s Annual Strategic Meetings Summit San Francisco. You will hear from subject matter experts including senior level meeting executives and corporate travel managers as they share experiences, challenges, and solutions.

  • 18 May 2026 21 May 2026

    ACI Legal Affairs Conference 2026

    Coronado, CA, United States

    ACI-NA will be bringing together airport legal professionals and consultants to identify and discuss the most pressing legal developments and issues associated with the industry. The event will include discussion panels, networking opportunities, and presentations from industry leaders.

  • 18 May 2026 20 May 2026

    Routes Europe 2026

    Rimini, Italy

    Routes Europe provides organisations with an efficient platform to discuss new business opportunities with the region’s leading airlines, airports and tourism authorities.

  • 18 May 2026 20 May 2026

    CNS Partnership Conference 2026

    San Francisco, United States

    The CNS Partnership Conference is a key component of CNS’ work. It has brought together the leaders and decision-makers of the industry to explore and influence the future development of air cargo. Lasting business relationships, strategic partnerships, and life-long friendships were initiated at our annual conference.

  • 19 May 2026 21 May 2026

    IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) 2026

    Cairo, Egypt

    The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) is the premier annual ground handling conference in the world. It brings together industry leaders from airlines, airports, ground service providers, and manufacturers, to discuss and implement industry standards, policies, and procedures.

  • 19 May 2026 20 May 2026

    African Aviation Safety & Operations Summit 2026

    Johannesburg, South Africa

    The African Aviation Safety & Operations Summit is a crucial two-day event dedicated to elevating safety and operational standards across the continent’s aviation sector. Co-hosted by Flight Safety Foundation and AAFRA, the summit attracts approximately 200 participants, including regulators, airline executives, and aviation professionals.

  • 19 May 2026 21 May 2026

    IMEX Frankfurt 2026

    Frankfurt, Germany

    IMEX Frankfurt is where the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry comes together annually for the largest trade show of its kind in Europe.

  • 20 May 2026

    ABTA: Travel Marketing Conference 2026

    London, United Kingdom

    Designed for advanced level travel marketing professionals, this event will bring together travel industry leaders and senior marketing experts to share invaluable insights and trends to future-proof your marketing strategy and your travel and tourism brand.

  • 20 May 2026

    Business Travel Tech Talk - Chicago 2026

    Chicago, United States

    Brought to you by The BTN Group, Business Travel Tech Talk is a one-day, buyer-focused conference series designed to unite corporate travel professionals and provide a platform for information sharing in a virtual environment. Attendees gather intelligence on industry developments, sharing experiences, challenges and solutions with peers.

  • 21 May 2026 23 May 2026

    Guangzhou International Travel Fair 2026

    Guangzhou, China

    Guangzhou International Travel Fair (GITF for short) is a large-scale international tourism fair with the earliest and longest history in China. After 33 years of development since its establishment in 1993, GITF has become a highly influential and professional cultural and tourism trading platform in South China. GITF will continue to bring authoritative tourism information, professional activities and high-quality exhibition services to the industry, and provide various promotion opportunities for exhibitors.

  • 23 May 2026 26 May 2026

    China European Marketplace 2026

    China

    China European Marketplace is ETOA’s B2B workshop dedicated to Chinese tour operators and travel buyers looking to contract European tourism service providers.

  • 24 May 2026 25 May 2026

    International Conference on Tourism and Hospitality - Montreal 2026

    Montreal, Canada

    The International Research Conference is a federated organization dedicated to bringing together a significant number of diverse scholarly events for presentation within the conference program. Events will run over a span of time during the conference depending on the number and length of the presentations. With its high quality, it provides an exceptional value for students, academics and industry researchers.

  • 26 May 2026 28 May 2026

    ITB China 2026

    Shanghai, China

    ITB China is the leading B2B-Exclusive trade show focused on the Chinese Travel Market. At ITB China in Shanghai, we bring together top and hand-selected buyers from Greater China with industry professionals from all over the world. We provide various networking events and a unique state-of-the-art matchmaking system to enhance networking and maximize business opportunities at our travel expo. Coinciding with our travel fair, the ITB China conference will take place enabling unprecedented knowledge transfer throughout the tourism exhibition.

  • 27 May 2026 28 May 2026

    CAPA Airline Leader Summit - Americas 2026

    Charleston, United States

    CAPA returns to North America in with the CAPA Airline Leader Summit – Americas. To be held in Charleston Place, Charleston, South Carolina, 27-28 May 2026, the summit will provide unparalleled insight into a region of vital importance.

  • 27 May 2026 28 May 2026

    GAD Americas 2026

    Charleston, United States

    The leading conference for airport strategy and finance dedicated to best practice and innovation in airport finance, management and infrastructure development.

  • 27 May 2026 29 May 2026

    ASTA Travel Advisor Conference 2026

    San Diego, California, United States

    The ASTA Travel Advisor Conference is the leading event for professionals across the entire travel industry—from brand-new advisors just starting out to experienced advisors, travel suppliers, host agency leaders, and consortia partners. Designed with something for everyone, the conference delivers targeted education and practical tools to help you grow, protect, and future-proof your business.

  • 28 May 2026 30 May 2026

    Global Travel & Tourism Executive Immersion 2026

    Hangzhou, China

    The Global Travel & Tourism Executive Immersion is an exclusive, invitation-only programme designed for senior leaders shaping the future of global travel. Hosted in partnership with leading technology and innovation hubs, the immersion brings together C-suite executives, destination leaders, and strategic decision-makers for three days of high-level insight, collaboration, and hands-on exploration.