A major international meeting point for tourism and travel professionals
EMITT 2027 – East Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Exhibition is one of the established international tourism trade fairs connecting destinations, tourism companies, travel professionals and visitors from Türkiye and global markets.
The 30th edition of EMITT will take place from February 4 to 6, 2027, at the Istanbul Expo Center (IFM). The exhibition provides a business platform where tourism boards, destinations, hotels, travel agencies, tour operators, airlines, transport companies, technology providers and other tourism-related businesses can meet and develop new partnerships.
EMITT covers a wide range of tourism segments, including leisure destinations, accommodation, specialized tourism, medical tourism, MICE, travel technology, transportation, tourist attractions and government tourism organizations.
The exhibition has a strong international character. Recent EMITT editions have brought together hundreds of exhibitors and visitors from numerous countries, while the hosted tour operator program has supported thousands of business meetings between tourism professionals.
EMITT 2027 offers tourism professionals an opportunity to discover new destinations, meet potential business partners and follow emerging trends across the international travel industry.
Visitors can connect with tour operators, travel agencies, hotels, tourism boards, airlines, transportation companies and travel technology providers. The event is particularly useful for companies looking to establish new distribution channels, enter new markets or develop partnerships with international tourism businesses.
For destination management organizations and tourism authorities, EMITT provides an international platform for promoting destinations and attracting new visitors. For buyers and tour operators, it offers opportunities to discover new tourism products and negotiate potential cooperation.
EMITT 2027 is suitable for:
EMITT 2027 brings together a broad range of tourism products, destinations and supporting services.
Major product and service groups include:
The official EMITT product structure includes accommodation, specialized tourism, medical tourism, travel agencies, tour operators, tourist attractions, government and tourism organizations, transportation, IT and software services, and MICE/B2B services.
EMITT 2027 is the 30th East Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Exhibition, an international tourism trade fair held in Istanbul. It brings together destinations, tourism authorities, travel companies, accommodation providers, tour operators and other professionals from the tourism industry.
EMITT 2027 will be held from February 4 to February 6, 2027. The official exhibition website confirms these dates.
EMITT is organized by ICA Events. The exhibition is held under the supervision of TOBB – The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye in accordance with Turkish exhibition regulations.
EMITT covers accommodation, travel agencies, tour operators, specialized tourism, medical tourism, transportation, tourism technology, tourist attractions, government tourism organizations, MICE and tourism support services.
Yes. EMITT is an international meeting point for tourism professionals and destinations. The organizers report participation from international markets and describe the event as a platform for developing business and cooperation opportunities in the Turkish and global travel sectors.
Tour operators, travel agencies, hotels, destination management companies, tourism boards, airlines, transportation companies, tourism technology providers, medical tourism organizations and international tourism buyers can all benefit from visiting EMITT.
Yes. Accommodation is one of the major product categories at EMITT. The exhibition includes luxury hotels, resort hotels, boutique hotels, green hotels, golf and sports hotels, winter hotels, health and spa hotels, holiday villages and hotel chains.
Yes. Specialized tourism is an important part of EMITT. It includes nature tourism, winter and mountain tourism, caravans and camping, glamping, cruise tourism, yacht tourism, cultural and religious tourism, gastronomy tourism, ecotourism, diving, accessible tourism and other specialized travel experiences.
Yes. The medical tourism category includes hospitals and clinics, plastic and aesthetic surgery, hair transplantation, health and spa services, medical products and machinery, and thermal tourism.
Yes. Travel technology is represented through IT and software services, including reservation software and communication systems. These solutions are relevant to travel agencies, tour operators, accommodation providers and other tourism businesses.
Yes. National and regional tourism organizations are an important part of the exhibition. The official category includes embassies, municipalities, city culture and tourism offices, development agencies, tourism ministries, tourism associations and international promotion organizations.
Yes. International tour operators are an important professional audience at EMITT. The exhibition's hosted tour operator program is designed to facilitate meetings between tour operators, tourism suppliers and destinations. At EMITT 2026, more than 300 hosted tour operators from 63 countries participated in the program.
Yes. Destination promotion is one of the central purposes of EMITT. Country pavilions, regional tourism organizations, tourism boards and travel companies use the exhibition to present destinations, travel products and new tourism experiences.
Yes. EMITT has a strong B2B focus and provides opportunities for tourism professionals to arrange meetings with tour operators, buyers, destinations and service providers. The exhibition also uses digital matchmaking tools to help exhibitors connect with relevant industry professionals.
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