The fourth edition of the ‘Goa International Travel Mart’ (GITM), a B2B Travel Networking Exhibition organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, will take place on the 3rd and 4th of April 2024 at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Bambolim, Goa. This latest edition of GITM is poised to set new benchmarks in the travel industry.
Set on a dynamic B2B platform, the event will welcome over 200 Hosted Buyers from more than 25 countries, exploring business opportunities for discerning travel and tourism products, thus making it one of India’s most sought-after travel events. GITM is custom-designed for professionals seeking unparalleled avenues to connect, collaborate, and showcase their offerings within the vibrant landscape of the travel industry. Set against the backdrop of scenic Goa, India, this event pledges to provide an outstanding platform for industry stakeholders to foster valuable partnerships and explore new horizons for growth.
Mr. Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director of Tourism, Government of Goa, remarked, “Events like GITM play a pivotal role in bolstering Goa’s standing as a premier global destination. By convening industry stalwarts from across the globe, GITM catalyzes nurturing meaningful connections and collaborations. GITM contributes significantly to enhancing our reputation as a top-tier hub for the travel industry. It’s not just about networking and business prospects; it’s about showcasing Goa’s distinct allure and enticing travellers to delve into all that our region has to offer.”
GITM GOA will play host to a diverse delegation comprising 200 delegates from 25 countries, including leading tour operators, charter operators, travel trade media, and corporate buyers. Carefully selected from over 25 countries, including India, GITM Goa 2024 is poised to be the most exclusive and intensive networking event ever held. Over two days, the Buyers and Sellers will witness more than 12,000 B2B appointments, with the added convenience of online appointment scheduling, a feature rarely seen in today’s B2B trade fairs. This is supplemented by physical checks to ensure the completion of appointments.
Goa tourism will take centre stage, showcasing over 15 new Tourism products. Besides traditional leisure beach tourism, Goa has expanded its offerings to include food trails, adventure tourism, heritage, culture, homestays, and more, inviting exploration of its unexplored facets and capitalization on the same. In an unprecedented move, GITM Goa 2024 will introduce a fully interactive virtual component alongside its physical form. This innovative feature will enable buyers from around the globe to interact seamlessly with sellers, exchange messages, engage in chats and video calls, share business cards, and compile brochures in an online travel bag, enhancing the event’s accessibility and reach.
Media engagements will spotlight industry luminaries, accompanied by interactive networking sessions for business aficionados. It’s a matchless opportunity to glean insights from leading figures in the realms of travel and trade, garnering invaluable wisdom about the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry.
For those keen on delving into the digital realm, GITM will present its virtual platform, slated to go live from April 3rd to April 9th, 2024. This groundbreaking virtual experience will unveil a fully immersive 3D Metaverse platform, furnishing a dynamic space for networking and business expansion.
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