The global travel industry is gearing up for an explosive 2025, with Asia at the heart of game-changing tourism expos and trade fairs! Whether you’re a B2B professional hunting for high-value deals or a travel enthusiast scouting for exclusive discounts, these fairs are where the action happens.

From Singapore’s NATAS Travel Fair to Vietnam’s ITE HCMC and Japan’s Tourism Expo, here’s your essential guide to the biggest travel events in Asia for 2025.

Singapore: NATAS Travel Fair

📍 Date: 28 February – 2 March 2025
📍 Location: Singapore Expo Halls 4 & 5

What Makes NATAS Travel Fair a Must-Visit?

Singapore’s largest consumer travel fair is a high-energy event that attracts thousands of travelers looking for the best deals on flights, hotels, cruise packages, and adventure tours. With over 70 exhibitors, live performances, and destination-sharing sessions, NATAS is the ultimate travel marketplace for both consumers and industry professionals.

Key Highlights for 2025

  • Exclusive Holiday Packages: Travel agents and tour operators will showcase customized packages for exotic beach escapes, winter holidays, and cultural experiences.
  • B2B Networking: Tourism boards, airlines, and hospitality brands use this event to connect with Singapore’s high-spending travelers and corporate buyers.
  • Live Performances & Travel Talks: Visitors can enjoy cultural showcases, travel storytelling, and industry expert insights on upcoming travel trends.
  • Charity & CSR Booths: Community Chest and Extra-Ordinary People will have dedicated booths to raise funds and awareness for social causes, adding a philanthropic angle to the event.

Why Attend?

✔ Unmatched travel deals on flights, cruises, and hotel stays
✔ Top-tier networking with travel industry leaders
✔ Entertainment, giveaways, and travel inspiration sessions

Indonesia: ASTINDO Travel Fair

📍 Date: 20 – 23 February 2025
📍 Location: Indonesia Convention Exhibition

What Makes ASTINDO Unique?

The ASTINDO Travel Fair is one of Indonesia’s most influential travel events, known for bringing together top airlines, tour operators, travel agencies, and tourism boards. It attracts 18,000+ visitors eager to book the best travel deals while travel brands and businesses secure high-value partnerships.

What’s Special in 2025?

  • Top Airlines in Attendance: International and domestic carriers, including Garuda Indonesia, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific, will offer limited-time ticket discounts and bundled packages.
  • Flash Sales & Lucky Draws: Visitors stand a chance to win free flights, hotel stays, and tour packages through daily giveaways.
  • Exclusive Domestic & International Deals: Special focus on Bali, Lombok, Japan, Korea, and European destinations.

Who Should Attend?

✔ Consumers looking for premium travel deals
✔ Travel agencies, hotels, and airlines seeking business collaborations
✔ Content creators and travel bloggers covering Indonesia’s outbound tourism sector

Malaysia: MATTA Fair Kuala Lumpur

📍 Date: 18 – 20 April 2025
📍 Location: MITEC, Kuala Lumpur

Why MATTA Fair is the Biggest in Malaysia

MATTA Fair is Malaysia’s largest travel fair, drawing 180,000+ visitors annually. The 2025 edition will feature a mix of outbound and domestic travel, with B2B and B2C elements, making it the ultimate travel marketplace.

Top Features in 2025

  • MATTA Connect B2B Event: A platform for global travel suppliers to connect with Malaysian buyers.
  • MATTA Tourism Talent Expo: Designed for professionals looking to enter or grow within Malaysia’s tourism industry, featuring industry speakers, recruiters, and talent workshops.
  • Unbeatable Travel Promotions: Discounts on luxury tours, eco-tourism experiences, and family-friendly holiday packages.

Who Should Attend?

✔ Tour operators, travel agencies, and DMCs expanding into the Malaysian market
✔ Business travelers and MICE professionals exploring event destinations
✔ Malaysians looking for domestic and outbound travel deals

Thailand: Thai International Travel Fair (TITF)

📍 Date: 16 – 19 January 2025
📍 Location: Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, Bangkok

Why TITF is a Game-Changer for Travelers and Businesses

TITF is Thailand’s most prestigious travel trade fair, attracting 160,000 visitors looking for premium travel options for the upcoming Songkran holiday season. The fair is also a B2B hotspot for international tour operators, hotels, and airlines.

What’s New in 2025?

  • Massive Business Matching Sessions: Over 300 buyers and sellers from across Asia are expected to sign new deals.
  • Thai Cultural Showcases: Traditional Thai performances, culinary experiences, and wellness tourism highlights will take center stage.
  • Eco-Tourism Packages: Sustainable travel is a key theme, with exclusive deals on green travel experiences in Thailand and beyond.

Who Should Attend?

✔ Thai travelers booking Songkran holiday packages
✔ Luxury travel brands promoting high-end experiences
✔ Eco-tourism advocates showcasing sustainable travel options

Philippines: TravelTour Expo

📍 Date: 7 – 9 February 2025
📍 Location: SMX Convention Center, Manila

What Makes TravelTour Expo a Must-See?

The largest travel expo in the Philippines, TravelTour Expo features hundreds of exhibitors offering unbeatable domestic and international travel deals. Paired with the iTTE B2B Travel Trade Mart, the event attracts a mix of tour operators, travel agencies, and airline partners.

2025 Event Highlights

  • Special Discounts on Island Getaways: Exclusive Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao packages.
  • VIP Travel Deals: Early buyers get first access to limited-time offers from top travel brands.
  • B2B Networking Sessions: Meet international travel suppliers looking to enter the Philippine market.

Who Should Attend?

✔ Travelers booking their next adventure at the lowest prices
✔ Travel businesses looking for new partners and suppliers
✔ Luxury resorts, hotels, and airlines targeting Filipino tourists

More Events to Watch Out For

Other key travel trade fairs in Asia include:

  • Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM), Hanoi (10–13 April 2025)
  • International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC), Ho Chi Minh City (4–6 September 2025)
  • Tourism Expo Japan, Aichi (25–28 September 2025)
  • Seoul International Travel Fair, South Korea (5–8 June 2025)
  • China International Travel Mart (CITM), Kunming/Shanghai (Date TBC)

Which Trade Fair Are You Attending?

2025 is shaping up to be the biggest year yet for travel in Asia. Whether you’re securing B2B deals or looking for the best vacation offers, these events are unmissable.

Which fair are you most excited about? Drop your thoughts in the comments

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