{"id":212648,"date":"2026-07-08T09:22:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T07:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travel-advisor.eu\/?p=212648"},"modified":"2026-07-08T09:22:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T07:22:24","slug":"kerala-travel-mart-2026-to-showcase-digital-innovation-and-global-tourism-opportunities-in-kochi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel-advisor.eu\/en\/kerala-travel-mart-2026-to-showcase-digital-innovation-and-global-tourism-opportunities-in-kochi\/","title":{"rendered":"Kerala Travel Mart 2026 to Showcase Digital Innovation and Global Tourism Opportunities in Kochi"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The 13th edition of Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2026<\/strong>, India’s premier business-to-business (B2B) travel trade event.<\/h1>\n

\"KTM<\/p>\n

It will take place from September 24 to 27, 2026<\/strong>, bringing together hundreds of exhibitors, international buyers, tourism professionals, investors, and media representatives from around the world. Recognized as the world’s largest tourism mart dedicated to a single destination, KTM continues to position Kerala as one of Asia’s leading travel and hospitality destinations.<\/p>\n

The four-day event will feature 366 exhibitors<\/strong> and 25 delegates<\/strong> representing sponsors and government organizations. Thousands of pre-scheduled B2B meetings, policy discussions, networking sessions, and industry seminars will connect tourism stakeholders from across India and international markets.<\/p>\n

Following the mart, participants will have the opportunity to explore Kerala through 12 curated post-event familiarization tours<\/strong> scheduled from September 28 to October 3<\/strong>, highlighting the state’s diverse tourism experiences, including backwaters, beaches, hill stations, wildlife, Ayurveda, culture, and responsible tourism initiatives. A dedicated pre-mart familiarization program will also be organized for invited domestic and international journalists.<\/p>\n

One of the defining features of KTM 2026 is its transition to a fully digital event ecosystem<\/strong>. Every major process\u2014from participant registration and scheduling to business matchmaking and B2B meetings\u2014will be managed through newly developed software and a dedicated mobile application, creating a more efficient and seamless experience for exhibitors and buyers.<\/p>\n

\"KTM<\/p>\n

The event will also highlight Kerala’s expanding portfolio of tourism products. Following the successful Wedding and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) Conclave<\/strong>, organized jointly by Kerala Travel Mart and the Kerala Department of Tourism, organizers announced plans to establish the Kerala Convention Promotion Bureau<\/strong> and introduce a dedicated policy aimed at strengthening the state’s position in the global meetings, conferences, and destination wedding markets.<\/p>\n

Since its launch in 2000, Kerala Travel Mart has evolved into India’s most influential tourism networking platform focused on a single destination. The biennial event plays a pivotal role in promoting Kerala’s internationally recognized tourism offerings, including its tranquil backwaters, world-renowned Ayurveda wellness traditions, spice plantations, tea estates, wildlife sanctuaries, vibrant cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism initiatives.<\/p>\n

\"Kochi,<\/p>\n

As global tourism continues to evolve through technology, sustainability, and specialized travel experiences, Kerala Travel Mart 2026<\/strong> is expected to reinforce Kerala’s reputation as one of the world’s most dynamic tourism destinations. By combining digital innovation, international business networking, and destination marketing under one roof, KTM remains a key gateway for travel professionals seeking new partnerships and opportunities in India’s fastest-growing tourism markets.<\/p>\n

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