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The International Luxury Travel Market Cannes (ILTM Cannes) is the world’s leading luxury travel event. Luxury travel brands, destinations, and suppliers have forged and strengthened connections with international travel planners, curators, and agencies, underscoring the robust growth of the luxury travel sector. Exhibitors from 83 countries, representing 330 brands, conducted over 82,000 one-on-one meetings and participated in an extensive program of networking events.

ILTM Portfolio’s flagship global event kicked off with an opening forum, featuring three inspiring keynote speeches that addressed the global luxury travel community. Global strategist Tina Fordham spoke on the theme of a new geopolitical risk cycle, examining the key global risk drivers and disruptions shaping the international luxury travel landscape; Aaron Lau, founder of Gusto Collective, presented a blueprint for fostering meaningful engagement with clients; and Jason Wallman, CEO of World Experience Organization, discussed the rising prominence of experientialism in luxury travel during his talk titled “Landing on the Moon: How Luxury Travel Will Transform the World.”

Cordula Junius, representing Germany’s Oxidant Orient Collection, remarked, “For me, ILTM is the premier global trade show to deepen existing luxury travel relationships, forge new connections, and ultimately cultivate new business opportunities. It is the most insightful and rewarding event I’ve attended.”

Vanessa McGovern of the U.S.-based Gifted Travel Network added, “As a young agency, our clients are among those who will define the future of our industry. The ultimate decision-makers at every luxury brand and destination are present at ILTM, and I’m meeting senior destination partners from across the globe.”

Nicola Thomas, owner of New Zealand’s Accent on Travel, commented, “The Cannes Luxury Travel Market is a well-organized, high‑quality event. Its scale and diversity deliver an exceptional experience.”

Chrisophe Berger of the Malta Tourism Authority stated, “ILTM has brought us numerous top-tier buyers from premium source markets. The addition of the New Lifestyle Zone has enriched the experience, and the media briefings were the icing on the cake—not to mention the fantastic parties around Cannes! We’ll definitely be back next year!”

The International Luxury Travel Market Cannes (ILTM Cannes)serves as the flagship event in the ILTM series,making Cannes the year-end gathering that everyone in the luxury travel industry strives to attend.Through tailored appointment‑matching sessions and peer‑to‑peer networking opportunities, it connects international luxury suppliers with key luxury buyers; meanwhile, luxury buyers can pre‑schedule high‑quality supplier engagements aligned with their specific business needs.

The International Luxury Travel Market Cannes (ILTM Cannes)elevates travel technology to new heights—at the Travel Tech Pavilion, attendees can explore cutting-edge innovations and engage with solution providers showcasing next‑generation transformative technologies. Whether for professional visitors or exhibitors, ILTM serves as a vital bridge linking international luxury suppliers with leading luxury buyers, facilitating the identification of business opportunities and enabling participants to meet their specific needs during the event. (Copyright of this article belongs to Juzhan. Reproduction without permission is prohibited.)