5 corporate travel conferences you cannot afford to miss in the second half of the year

July 14, 2026

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If you work in tourism, corporate travel or Global Mobility, attending international corporate travel conferences can make a real difference to your strategy and professional network.

2026 has already been packed with events focused on innovation, networking and key industry trends. However, there are still several important dates ahead. Below, we highlight five conferences you should not miss during the second half of the year.

1. ISBTM 2026 – Innovation Summit Business Travel & MICE

Madrid, 8–9 July 2026

In 2026, ISBTM will celebrate its fourth edition as a key meeting point for professionals working in business travel and corporate events. Organised by Forum Business Travel & Events, the summit features a programme of presentations, industry discussions and networking opportunities designed for the business travel and MICE ecosystem.

The event brings together travel managers, event managers, specialist agencies, strategic suppliers, technology companies and procurement professionals, with a programme focused on the changes reshaping corporate mobility and event management.

2. TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2026

Seville, 6–8 October 2026

TIS returns to Seville for its seventh edition, firmly established as an event focused on innovation, technology and sustainability within the tourism industry. The summit explores how digitalisation is transforming the traveller experience, hotel and destination operations, and the relationship between technology providers and the tourism sector.

The 2026 edition will take place at FIBES and will provide a platform for exploring trends, solutions and use cases related to Artificial Intelligence, profitability and new tourism management models.

3. World Travel Market (WTM) 2026

London, 3–5 November 2026

WTM London remains one of the world’s leading international tourism trade shows and one of the most influential events for global business within the sector. The event brings together destinations, tourism companies, buyers, suppliers and professionals seeking to enter new markets, arrange meetings and gain insight into the latest developments shaping the industry.

The 2026 edition will take place at Excel London, further reinforcing its position as a major commercial meeting point for the international tourism industry.

4. IBTM World 2026

Barcelona, 17–19 November 2026

IBTM World is one of the most established trade shows in the MICE sector and the wider meetings, incentives, conferences and events industry. Its focus is on connecting professional supply and demand, bringing together destinations, hotels, venues, event organisers and specialist suppliers.

The 2026 edition will be held at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, maintaining its position as one of Europe’s leading meeting points for the events industry.

5. ILTM Cannes 2026

Cannes, 30 November–3 December 2026

ILTM Cannes is dedicated to the luxury segment and the marketing of premium travel and experiences. The event brings together specialist buyers, high-end hotel brands, exclusive destinations and businesses operating in the luxury market, with a strong focus on personalisation and added value.

The 2026 edition will take place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès and is particularly relevant for professionals monitoring brand positioning in high-end tourism and the commercial dynamics of the luxury travel market.

Apartool will be attending several of these corporate travel conferences, reinforcing its role as a company that closely follows the evolution of the industry. Its participation reflects a clear vision: to remain at the forefront of the sector, identify new opportunities, implement improvements and continue developing more effective solutions for corporate travel and professional mobility.

5 corporate travel conferences you cannot afford to miss in the second half of the year

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