The 1st Istanbul Balkan Tourism Bourse Fair to be held in Istanbul is one of the important milestones with its contributions and values in the development of the tourism vision in Turkey. It will create a brand new resource for the sector and increase the opportunities for sectoral cooperation.
The fair, which is planned as a Tourism Bourse, will bring together purchasing delegations from target countries with exhibitors and visitors from many parts of the world in a strategically important market like Istanbul.
The 1st Istanbul Balkan Tourism Bourse Fair, which will be held in Lutfi Kırdar International Congress and Exhibition Center on 20-22 September 2023, strengthening the relations between Turkey and the Balkans, will also allow tourism professionals from all neighboring countries in the region to come together in one area.
About the fair
The 1st Istanbul Balkan Tourism Bourse Fair which is hosted by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, with the main support of TURSAB and in cooperation with İBB Kultur AŞ, organized by TURSAB Fair Services Inc., will bring together tourism professionals and visitors at the Lutfi Kırdar International Convention and Exhibition Center between 20-22 September 2023.
Due to Turkey’s position as a bridge, the fair is aimed at supporting the establishment of strong tourism ties between the Balkans and other target countries; The Balkans will strengthen the relations between Turkey and other countries for tourism and enhance tourism relations.
The 1st Istanbul Balkan Tourism Bourse Fair, where tourism destinations in all regions within the scope of the fair will be promoted, will also bring a brand new vitality by supporting the Turkish and world tourism sector.
Events
The 1st Istanbul Balkan Tourism Bourse Fair will host special events.
Professionals from all fields of tourism will meet with the audience through panels and talks which will be held throughout the fair.
Hosted Buyer Program
The 1st Istanbul Balkan Tourism Bourse Fair, which will offer new business and cooperation opportunities to tourism professionals around the world, will host international purchasing committees with high purchasing capacity. Within the scope of the Buyer Committee program, buyers in the target markets will be specially invited, transportation and accommodation expenses will be covered, and bilateral meetings will be made with the participating companies during the fair. With the aim of increasing the sectoral volume and business quality, tourism professionals with purchasing and decision-making authority will be specially selected and invited for the fair with B2B bilateral meetings. It is aimed at getting acquainted with the rich opportunities for tourism in the region, establishing links with companies, signing important agreements for regional development and sustainable tourism. Studies are carrying out on special invitation programs for target countries.
The Hosted Buyer appointment program, which is specially preparing for the selected guests after detailed research processes and evaluations, will provide opportunities for collaboration and networking in a productive environment.
Why Exhibit
• You can create cooperation opportunities with tour operators, travel agencies and other tourism professionals from Turkey and other countries.
• You can contribute to the increase of the regional domestic tourism potential.
• You can increase and strengthen your brand awareness worldwide.
• You can promote your new destination, products and services.
• By creating new business opportunities, you can increase your sales and connection channels.
• You can find the opportunity to exchange information with national and international tourism experts.