The professional travel industry converges in Porte de Versailles in mid September. IFTM International & French Travel Market 2026 runs from 15 to 17 September 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles Hall 1 and arrives with measurable market reach.
Dates and venue for IFTM 2026 in Paris
IFTM International & French Travel Market 2026 is scheduled for 15–17 September 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles Hall 1. Daily opening hours are 9:30 to 19:00 according to the event timetable.
Key figures for IFTM 2026
Organisers report 32 022 tourism professionals, 1 650 exhibiting brands and 177 destinations. Commercial matchmaking is intense with 16 725 business meetings recorded on the platform.
Who exhibits and what your team will find
The show gathers leisure operators, business travel providers, MICE specialists, group travel and travel tech vendors. Exhibitors are organised into villages and zones that make it easier to target suppliers by category, from destinations to corporate solutions.
Program highlights and country of honour
The 2026 fil rouge theme is La valeur du voyage, révélons ensemble ce qui crée de l’impact split into three pillars: economic and territorial value, human social and emotional value, and sustainable collective value. Uzbekistan is the country of honour, offering a focused showcase on heritage and infrastructure. The programme also includes conferences, live activities and the travel agent competition that highlights professional expertise.
How to structure B2B prospecting at IFTM 2026
Use the Everywhere platform to arrange business meetings ahead of the show and the IFTM NOW interactive plan to locate key stands. Segment outreach into three tracks: strategic destinations, MICE suppliers and travel technology. Prepare one-page case studies that show operational impact and propose 20–30 minute meeting formats to test pilots quickly. Implement a daily checklist with walk lists of 10 priority targets and a follow-up plan for post-show conversion.
Practical tips for exhibitors and buyers
Exhibitors should train teams on a concise 90-second pitch and prepare measurable offers. Buyers should pre-book meetings with top 10 suppliers and reserve flex time for serendipitous encounters in themed areas. Use the event tools for scanning exhibitors and consolidating contact lists.
IFTM International & French Travel Market 2026 presents a concentrated platform for commercial activity within the travel sector. Confirm meetings through the Everywhere service and consult the official site for practical details at https://www.iftm.fr
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