Travel Meet Asia 2024, held at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) in Jakarta, has concluded with a year-on-year growth of 80 pc, attracting over 1,300 attendees, over 140 exhibitors and over 180 top buyers.

In a press statement, the organisers say that the buyers had over 7,500 pre-scheduled business appointments during the two-day show. They add that key exhibitors included the Singapore Tourism Board, Czech Tourism Authority, Korea Tourism Organisation, Royal Caribbean International, among others. Notable speakers from Agoda, Cathay Pacific, FCM Indonesia, Intrepid Travel and Saba Hospitality.

The organisers add that Travel Meet Asia 2024 has developed into a comprehensive 2-days travel trade show and convention, connecting Southeast Asia’s expanding travel market to global opportunities. They say that the sold-out B2B event aims to provide a robust platform for travel industry stakeholders to break into new markets in the Southeast Asia region, gather critical industry insights, and explore the rich possibilities the region offers.

The statement adds that this year’s exhibition saw numerous business appointments and participation by key exhibiting companies like Singapore Tourism Board, Czech Tourism Authority, Korea Tourism Organisation and Royal Carribean International.

The statement adds that the conference featured 560 minutes of high-powered content across 22 sessions. 

The next edition of the show, Travel Meet Asia 2025 will return to Jakarta, Indonesia, on June 11-12, 2025, say the organisers, adding that five major travel associations have already pledged their support for Travel Meet Asia 2025, recommending top travel agents from regional markets to Travel Meet Asia, Jakarta.