India is gearing up to host the 46th edition of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Travel Mart 2023 from October 4th to 6th. This highly anticipated event will be graciously hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, heralding a triumphant return to physical gatherings after a pandemic-induced hiatus of three years.
PATA, a globally renowned not-for[1]profit association founded in 1951, plays a pivotal role in promoting responsible travel and tourism development across the Asia Pacific region. The PATA Travel Mart serves as a critical international trade exhibition within the tourism sector, facilitating interactions between global buyers and sellers, predominantly from the Asia Pacific region. This year’s edition promises a wealth of activities, including the prestigious PATA Gold Award, the PATA Youth Symposium, the PATA Forum on Sustainability, and the B2B Mart. It provides a unique platform for networking, learning, and collaboration.
The event will unfold at the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC), Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, one of India’s newest and most iconic exhibition venues. Its recent inauguration and successful hosting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit have firmly established India as a prime destination for large-scale events and conferences.
India’s focus on sustainable and inclusive tourism further cements its position as the preferred choice for hosting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events.
In line with global sustainability goals, India’s Ministry of Tourism has launched the Travel for LiFE program under Mission LiFE, promoting responsible tourism behaviors among travelers. India’s active participation in the PATA Travel Mart includes a dedicated pavilion showcasing a wide range of destinations, both renowned and lesser-known.
Additionally, various Indian states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi, Karnataka, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh, along with the Handlooms Development Commissioner, will exhibit their products. They will highlight the diversity of thematic offerings such as wellness, adventure, heritage, culinary experiences, and arts and crafts from different regions to a global audience.
The PATA Travel Mart 2023 promises to be a vibrant gathering of tourism professionals and stakeholders, reaffirming India’s commitment to responsible tourism and its status as a thriving hub for the travel and tourism industry.
The announcement was initially made by Mr. Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, on March 7 at India Night during ITB Berlin.PATA Chair Peter Semone expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “After a hiatus of three years due to the pandemic, we are extremely delighted to be organizing PATA Travel Mart 2023 in person in India, particularly since the country will be hosting the G20 Summit later this year.
India is proving to be an important market in the recovery of travel and tourism within the Asia Pacific region, and with its many initiatives in sustainable and inclusive tourism activities, it has the potential to be a preferred tourism destination, loved by both global and domestic tourists.”India, one of the oldest civilizations in the world, offers a mosaic of multicultural experiences. With a rich heritage and myriad attractions, it is among the most popular tourist destinations globally. From the majestic Great Himalayas in the north to the serene Indian Ocean between the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea, India’s diversity is awe-inspiring. Travelers are welcomed by diverse cuisines, faiths, arts, and crafts, music, nature, lands, tribes, history, and adventure sports. India masterfully blends the old and the new, with bustling old bazaars coexisting with swanky shopping malls and majestic monuments complemented by luxurious heritage hotels. Whether heading to the mountains, enjoying a beach retreat, or cruising through the golden Thar Desert, India offers an abundance of options.
PATA Travel Mart (PTM) stands as Asia Pacific’s premier international travel trade exhibition, offering unparalleled networking and contracting opportunities. It empowers travel and tourism organizations to connect with decision-makers, forge new partnerships, expand networks, and strengthen existing business relationships
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