Over 100,000 meetings + almost 10,000 attendees gathered  

to celebrate luxury travel  

@ILTM_events            #ILTMCannes 

The 24th edition of ILTM Cannes, the flagship global event for luxury travel, ran from 1–4 December 2025 and celebrated its biggest year yet, surpassing previous records with almost 10,000 attendees and over 100,000 scheduled meetings. 

Luxury travel brands, destinations, experiences, and suppliers spent the week forging new relationships and deepening existing ones with leading international travel planners, curators, and agencies - underscoring the continued momentum of the luxury travel sector. More than 2,500 buyers from 83 countries, 44% attending for the first time, connected with over 2,350 brands from all four corners of the world, all supported by a robust schedule of networking events. There was a significant presence of buyers from Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, the UK and the US. 

The global flagship event for the ILTM Portfolio began with an Opening Forum featuring three inspirational presentations for the global luxury travel community.  

Reflecting ILTM’s focus on ocean-based experiences and in response to the "Blue Mind" tourism trend, focusing on the calming aspects of being near water, ILTM 2025 saw the first ‘The Sail’ pavilion as a new waterfront home for cruise, yacht and river travel.  

ILTM also welcomed over 100 influential travel editors representing major luxury-focused media outlets followed by high-net-worth audiences across the globe. Throughout the week, exhibitors engaged with these editors in a variety of formats, including rapid networking rounds, press events and curated individual meetings.  

Luxury travel advisors were passionate in their praise of ILTM Cannes in supporting their business goals: 

Kerri Lisa, of Internova Travel Group’s Global Travel Collection commented: “Of any trade show, we see the highest percentage of decision-makers - sales, GM’s and hotel owners - here at ILTM Cannes. As an industry built on relationships, ILTM is the ultimate opportunity to be strategic about our business and engage in truly creative conversations about not only industry trends, but what we can do better together.” 

Anna Reed from Knightsbridge Circle said: “Thank you ILTM – you were amazing!  Wonderful atmosphere and energy, extremely helpful staff and excellent organisation throughout. Such a fantastic selection of appointments with global brands and networking opportunities - I left feeling very excited and inspired for 2026!” 

And Stacey Lekias of TravelManagers added: “I have had an incredible experience at ILTM this year—amazing people, inspiring conversations, and so many exciting ideas shaping the future of luxury travel. Feeling energized and grateful for all the connections and opportunities ahead.” 

Luxury travel suppliers were equally delighted: 

Anna Nash, President, Explora commented: “ILTM was an exceptional gathering this year. The energy reflected the remarkable momentum within the luxury hospitality industry today. It was a pleasure reconnecting with partners, meeting inspiring new collaborators, and engaging with media who continue to champion thoughtful, experience-led travel. A truly valuable few days—and a wonderful way to round off such a positive year for our industry.” 

Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles & Fairmont Hotels and Resorts added: “ILTM 2025 has been an incredible platform for strengthening our brand and expanding our media presence at the Accor Pavilion. The event has allowed us to deepen relationships with key partners while showcasing the luxury experiences across our global hotels and resorts. Thanks to our dedicated General Managers and teams worldwide, at ILTM we are delighted to have the opportunity to align with so many luxury hospitality leaders.” 

Josy Karabolad, Global Head Sales and Marketing, Round Hill said: “Attending ILTM’s media round tables for the first time has offered us a tremendously valuable platform to meet leading media as well as very valuable agents from our key markets.  This edition of ILTM has been incredibly meaningful.” – 

And Teresa Muk, Head of Brand & Strategic Marketing, Swire Hotels concluded: "This is our third consecutive year of attending ILTM and each year, it simply gets better.  The calibre of media and sales appointments were very impressive and always leads to tangible results for our Upper House Hotels. It's also a great opportunity to catch up with our industry friends in a beautiful setting."  

ENDS 

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