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November 1, 2025The global tourism community is preparing for one of the year’s most influential gatherings as the World Travel Market (WTM) opens its doors from November 4 to November 6 at ExCeL London. The prestigious event will unite nearly 4,150 exhibitors from every continent and more than 46,000 professionals representing the entire travel ecosystem—from destination boards and tour operators to travel technology innovators and global investors.WTM 2025 stands as one of the “big three” international travel exhibitions, alongside FITUR and ITB, serving as a cornerstone for collaboration, innovation, and strategic development within the tourism and hospitality industries. Across three days, the event will host over 100 dynamic sessions, including 79 conferences, all centered on critical global topics such as sustainability, technological innovation, diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion (DEAI), and the growing influence of geo-economics on travel trends.Advertisement A Global Stage for Innovation and LeadershipThis year’s edition highlights travel technology as a key driver of the industry’s evolution. More than 115 travel tech companies are set to present their latest products, services, and digital solutions designed to reshape how people experience and book travel. Panels and expert discussions will dive deep into the transformation of business models, AI integration, and the future of digital tourism.Among the anticipated sessions is “Meet the Founders: Inside the Journey of Building, Funding & Scaling Travel Innovation,” which will bring together pioneers who have turned visionary ideas into successful global platforms. Their insights will shed light on the financing, scaling, and innovation challenges faced by startups as they navigate an increasingly competitive travel marketplace.Another highlight will be the conference titled “Artificial Intelligence is Travel’s Enemy,” where industry experts will examine the pitfalls of AI automation in travel, exploring where technology enhances efficiency and where human insight remains irreplaceable. The discussion will emphasize the delicate balance between technological advancement and the authenticity travelers seek in their experiences.Exploring Geopolitics and Tourism ShiftsReflecting the complex global landscape, WTM 2025 will also feature discussions on geopolitics and its impact on travel flows. The session “The New Travel Powerhouses: How Global Geopolitical Shifts are Redrawing Tourism Flows and Demand” will explore how emerging markets, evolving trade alliances, and international policy changes are shaping global tourism patterns. As gl …
