France hosts several major travel trade exhibitions, with the key annual events being IFTM Top Resa (Paris, September, for global professionals) and Rendez-vous en France (hosted in different French cities, organized by Atout France for international buyers), alongside others like the Salon Mondial du Tourisme (Paris, March, for trade and public). These events connect destinations, hotels, tour operators, and tech providers with travel agents, buyers, and media, covering leisure, business, and luxury travel.
Key France Travel Trade Exhibitions (2026/2027 Calendar Examples)
- Mahana Lille (Lille, January/February): Focuses on adventure, cultural, and general tourism.
- Salon Mondial du Tourisme (Paris, March): A large fair for both professionals and the public.
- Rendez-vous en France (Nice, March/April 2026): A B2B event for international buyers with French suppliers.
- IFTM Top Resa (Paris, September): The leading international French travel market for leisure, business, and MICE.
- ILTM Cannes (Cannes, December): A key luxury travel trade show.
Who Attends?
- Exhibitors: National & regional tourist boards, airlines, hotel groups, DMCs, tech companies.
- Visitors: International buyers, travel agents, tour operators, media, and influencers.
What to Expect
- B2B Networking: Extensive meeting opportunities with suppliers.
- Industry Trends: Conferences, workshops on sustainability, digitalization, and new travel patterns.
- Showcasing: Latest products, destinations, and services across all travel segments.
