The best business travel conferences to attend in autumn 2024

Looking to keep your finger on the pulse of all things business travel? Three-quarters of the year might be behind us, but there are still many great business travel conferences and events to come before the year’s out. Deciding which one to prioritise can be challenging, so we’ve compiled a list of the top business travel conferences from now until December. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, learn about new trends, or discover innovative tools for managing travel, here are the must-attend events for the remainder of 2024.

1. IFTM Paris

Date: 17–19 September 2024

Location: Paris, France

The IFTM (International French Travel Market) is one of the leading trade fairs for travel industry professionals. Experts from all over the world meet here to establish new business relationships and explore the latest developments in tourism and travel management.

The event offers a wide range of exhibitions and seminars focusing on business travel, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), and technological innovations. IFTM is ideal for companies looking to optimise their international travel programme.

2. IAAPA Expo Europe

Date: 23–27 September 2024

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

The IAAPA Expo Europe is the largest trade fair for the leisure and entertainment industry in Europe. While mainly aimed at the leisure sector, the event also has useful insights for business travel professionals.

The event is particularly relevant for companies planning business events or incentive trips, as it exhibits creative solutions and experiences from across the leisure and attractions community. The Expo’s comprehensive programme of seminars and networking opportunities could be the inspiration you need to plan a unique business trip.

3. Business Travel Awards Europe

Date: 24 September 2024

Location: London, UK

The Business Travel Awards Europe is one of the most prestigious award ceremonies in the business travel industry. The event honours outstanding achievements and innovations from the last 12 months across a wide range of travel management categories.

This event is a great opportunity to learn about industry best practices and new innovations, and to network with peers.

4. BTA Autumn Conference

Date: 29 September–2 October 2024

Location: Gibraltar

The BTA Autumn Conference is a multi-day conference featuring in-depth discussions and presentations on current issues and challenges in the corporate travel industry.

Attendees have the opportunity to network with colleagues, discover the latest trends, and hear from leading travel experts. The BTA Autumn Conference is particularly valuable for companies looking to develop their business travel programmes and adapt them to the changing requirements of the industry.

5. Digital Travel Summit US

Date: 7–8 October 2024

Location: Austin, USA

The Digital Travel Summit is a leading event for e-commerce and digital strategies in business travel. Travel industry professionals come together to discuss the latest technologies and strategies driving online business and digital transformation in corporate travel management.

The event features a variety of case studies and workshops to help companies optimise their digital business travel processes and improve the user experience.

6. IMEX America

Date: 8–10 October 2024

Location: Las Vegas, USA

IMEX America is one of the most important trade fairs for the meetings and events industry. The event attracts trade visitors from the business travel, MICE, and event management sectors and offers a wide range of exhibitors, lectures, and networking opportunities. 

For companies looking to efficiently combine business travel with meetings and conferences, IMEX America provides invaluable insights into the latest trends and technologies.

7. World Travel Market London

Date: 5–7 November 2024

Location: London, UK

The World Travel Market (WTM) is one of the most important global trade fairs for the travel industry. It attracts visitors from over 180 countries and is an excellent platform for networking, initiating business, and exchanging information about the latest industry developments. 

WTM London is particularly relevant for companies wanting to develop their global business travel programmes and enter new international markets. The fair puts on numerous events, seminars, and panel discussions specifically aimed at business travel management professionals.

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