Sphere TravelMedia & Exhibitions Hosts the ‘India International Travel Mart’ in Bengaluru

by  EVENTFAQS Bureau Industry Watch | July 29, 2024 | News

Sphere Travelmedia India International Travel Mart

Sphere TravelMedia & Exhibitions organized the ‘India International Travel Mart’ (IITM) in Bengaluru from 26 to 28 July 2024 at the Tripura Vasini, Palace Grounds.

The travel mart was inaugurated by: K. Lakshminarayanan - Tourism Minister, Govt. of Puducherry along with Dr. Rajendra KV, IAS, Director – Karnataka Tourism and Managing Director, KSTDC, Dr. Jayanta Kumar Ray, IAS - Secretary (Tourism), Govt. of Puducherry, K. Muralidharan - Director of Tourism, Government of Puducherry, S. Syamaraju, President - South India Hotel and Restaurant Association and Karnataka Tourism Society, S Mahalingaiah - Chairman, IATO (Karnataka Chapter), Ayappa Somaiah - President, SKAL International Bengaluru, Mani Manimegalai - Vice President, SKAL International Bengaluru, Raminder Singh - Chairman, TAFI (Karnataka Chapter),Sanjay Hakhu - Director, Sphere Travelmedia & Exhibitions, Rohit Hangal - Director, Sphere Travelmedia & Exhibitions in the presence of other travel industry veterans.

IITM aims to bring the industry face-to-face with the travel trade, corporate buyers and the end-customers. The event saw the participation of travel agents and tour operators, DMC, hotels and resorts, national tourism offices, technology platforms, online travel portals, etc.

IITM featured around 600+ exhibitors from 20 Indian states and 15 international destinations, showcasing travel options like pilgrimages, adventures, culture, wildlife, and more. The ‘India International Travel Mart’ offered networking opportunities for the travel industry to expand portfolios and conduct business. 

Rohit Hangal, Director, Sphere TravelMedia said, “Welcome to the heart of innovation and collaboration in the travel industry. This exhibition is a gateway to shaping the future of travel through new opportunities and partnerships. Let's explore new horizons, forge lasting connections, and inspire the world of travel. The B2B Tourism Exhibition celebrates collaboration, resilience, and excellence in the industry, bringing together top minds to pioneer sustainable practices, innovative technologies, and new partnerships. Together, we are creating a future where travel is connected, sustainable, and extraordinary, setting the stage for unprecedented growth and advancement in the industry.”

Sanjay Hakhu, Director, Sphere TravelMedia said, “India has emerged as a key player in the travel industry, offering opportunities for leisure and business travel. The IITM Event, with over ten thousand B2B visitors over three days, showcases our commitment to advancing travel. It serves as a hub for idea exchange, partnership building, and innovation. The growing outbound travel market in India presents vast possibilities, with more Indians seeking unique global experiences. The B2B Travel Exhibition aims to connect global destinations with diverse Indian travellers, paving the way for future international travel growth from India.”