Travel Meet Asia 2024 in Jakarta features top exhibitors and speakers, fostering networking and partnerships in the Southeast Asian travel industry.
The region’s premier travel industry event is gearing up for an exceptional edition at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) in Jakarta on 3 and 4 July 2024. With an impressive line-up of exhibitors, speakers and strategic partners such as Agoda, ASITA, ASTINDO, Axcell Travel Destination, Cathay Pacific, Korea Tourism Organization, Royal Caribbean International and many more, the event will bring together global suppliers and over 300 buyers from Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
Leveraging Indonesia’s growing outbound travel market, Travel Meet Asia 2024 (TMA) is the exclusive B2B platform for international exhibitors to network, learn, and connect with key stakeholders and buyers from the Indonesian Archipelago and beyond.
TMA announced its diverse and esteemed line-up of exhibitors, demonstrating the global industry’s strong interest in the Indonesian travel market. Among the key exhibitors are industry giants such as AYANA Hospitality, Bintan Resorts, Czech Tourism Authority, DidaTravel Technology, Frasers Hospitality, Korea Tourism Organization, Meliá Hotels International, Mize, NagaWorld Limited, ONYX Hospitality Group, Singapore Tourism Board, SiteMinder, SUNRATE, and Royal Caribbean International.
Travel Meet Asia 2024 partners with the Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA) and Indonesian Travel Agents Association (ASTINDO) in inviting key decision makers and travel trade buyers across Indonesia to be hosted in Jakarta for the 2 days networking event. Exhibitors at the show have access to 2 full days of pre-scheduled appointments exclusively with the buyers.
Additionally, partnerships are inked with the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), and the National Association of Travel Agents Singapore (NATAS) to invite Southeast Asian leading buyers, industry bellwethers and trade delegates for business networking, knowledge sharing and fostering cross-border business ties.
Leading buyer companies, including Axcell Travel Destination, Chan Brothers Travel Indonesia, ERICSSON INDONESIA, G2 Travel, INDO GLOBAL TOUR & TRAVEL, MECA TRAVEL, MG Bedbank, MYDUTA TOUR, Multi Holiday Travel, Smailing Tours, TARA TOUR & TRAVEL among others, have confirmed the attendance of their top decision makers of their outbound departments. These buyers will be actively engaging with exhibitors to explore new business opportunities and partnerships during the event.
Travel Meet Asia 2024 boasts a powerhouse line-up of distinguished speakers set to tackle the pivotal issues defining the future of the travel industry. Highlights include:
- Regional Market Outlook: Enric Casals Brufau, Regional Vice President, Southeast Asia, Agoda, will provide insights into the trends, strategies, and innovations driving the growth of the Southeast Asia travel and tourism industry.
- Hotel Leaders’ Panel: Shaping Tomorrow’s Stay: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities in the Hospitality Industry: Industry leaders, including Norbert Vas, Managing Director, Optimum Hospitality, Rio Kondo, VP Development, Indonesia & Malaysia, Accor, Satria Wei, Director of Hospitality Services, Colliers International Indonesia, Christian Sunjoto, Founder, Nakula Villa Management & Rental, will discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the hospitality sector in shaping the accommodations of tomorrow.
- Exploring the Future Landscape of Air Travel in Asia Pacific: Tony Sham, Country Manager Indonesia, Cathay Pacific, will explore the evolving landscape of air travel in the APAC region and strategies for sustainable growth.
- C-Suite Talk – Adapting to Change: The Role of Technology in Corporate Travel in Indonesia: Johanes Chang, Founder & CEO, BiztripsEvents will tackle crucial topics such as the role of technology in corporate travel management.
- C-Suite Talk – Unlocking Opportunities: Understanding the Dynamics of the Halal Travel Market: Halal tourism is a rapidly growing sector within the global travel and tourism industry. Industry expert Fazal Bahardeen, CEO, Crescentrating & HalalTrip will discuss the dynamics of the halal travel market.
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