ILTM Asia Pacific, organised by RX Global, concluded its most successful edition yet in Singapore, hosting 780 luxury travel advisers and an equal number of suppliers from 23 countries. The event, held from 29 June to 2 July, facilitated 40,650 business meetings, marking a 10% increase from the previous year. This surge reflects the growing demand for high-end travel in the region, amidst an anticipated 4.1% economic growth.
The event's opening forum featured insights from Simon Baptiste, Principal Asia-Pacific Economist at Visa, who highlighted the emergence of new wealth hubs and AI-driven fortunes reshaping Asia's affluent consumer base. He emphasised the importance of targeting high-growth travel corridors and sharper market segmentation.
New exhibitors, such as Sri Lanka Tourism, expressed enthusiasm for the strategic focus on the region. Chinthaka Liyanaarachchi noted the value of connecting with representatives of affluent travellers. Similarly, Roland Faisal, President of Capella Hotel Group, praised the event for its quality interactions and media presence.
The event also served as a launch platform for tulåh Clinical Wellness, with Ciara O’Shea noting the positive response to their wellness approach. First-time exhibitors like Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni appreciated the event's intimate atmosphere, which facilitated meaningful conversations.
The next ILTM Asia Pacific is scheduled for 28 June to 1 July 2027 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Upcoming ILTM events include ILTM North America in September and ILTM Cannes in November
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