2026 Global Events Calendar
From high-level summits to destination workshops and innovation labs, the Global Resilience Network brings together leaders, innovators, and communities worldwide.
Explore our 2026 calendar to discover opportunities for collaboration, insight, and impact across the travel and tourism sector.
AI++ And The Future Of Global Travel
Executive Immersion China
Senior tourism leaders are invited to participate in an exclusive executive immersion program exploring how artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and evolving traveler behavior are transforming the global travel ecosystem.
AI++ Executive Immersion China
Shanghai – Hangzhou – Shanghai
28–30 May 2026
Designed as a closed, invitation-only exchange, this is about direct engagement with the systems — and people — shaping the future of travel and business.
2026 Global Events Calendar
Curated events that educate, connect, and deliver impact.
The GRN partners with destinations and stakeholders within destinations or industries to develop purpose-driven events that address strategic needs through curated content delivery and rewarding activities that both educate and inform the participants. Our thought leadership events are designed to develop collaboration and build new partnerships so a clear ROI can be identified.
Get in touch to discuss upcoming events
Our events have an extended runway with agendas finalized at least 4 months prior to the event so if you are interested in speaking or partnering, reach out, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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✳ March 3–5: ITB Berlin | Berlin, Germany
The world’s leading travel trade show bringing together global tourism leaders, brands, and innovators.
April 13–15: WTM Africa | Cape Town, South Africa
Showcasing Africa’s travel destinations and sustainability initiatives for regional and international stakeholders.
✳ April 14–16: WTM Latin America | São Paulo, Brazil
Connecting Latin American destinations with global partners to advance resilience and competitive growth.
✳ May 4–7: ATM | Dubai, UAE
A leading platform for global travel trade, investment, and innovation, with focus on sustainable and resilient tourism.
✳ May 26-28: ITB China | Shanghai, China
The leading travel trade show connecting China’s tourism market with global travel industry leaders.
June 18–19: Climate Week 2026 | London, UK
High-level dialogue on climate adaptation, sustainable travel, and destination resilience.
September 19–23: Climate Week NYC | New York, USA
Global convening of leaders addressing climate challenges and sustainable strategies for travel and tourism.
September 29–October 1: WTM Spotlight Riyadh | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Showcasing emerging markets, innovation, and investment opportunities in Middle East travel.
September 30–October 2: WTTC 26th Global Summit | Valletta, Malta
Strategic discussions with CEOs, ministers, and institutional leaders on sector resilience and collaboration.
October 21–22: ICTH 26 (International Conference on Tourism and Hospitality) | Athens, Greece
Destination development, workforce strategies, and resilience-focused workshops.
✳ November 3–5: WTM London | London, UK
Annual convening of global travel leaders to share insights, partnerships, and sector strategies.
✳ November 10-12: ITB Americas | Guadalajara, Mexico
A key travel trade show uniting tourism professionals across North, Central, and South America.
December 2–4: UN Water Conference | UAE
Highlighting sustainable water management in tourism and resilient destination planning.
