Ernakulam, 21 Jan 2026:
Kerala Travel Mart 2026 to Showcase Global Opportunities in Kochi
Kerala Travel Mart (KTM), India’s premier tourism and hospitality marketplace, will return to Kochi from September 24 to 27, 2026. Announcing the 13th edition at a press meet in Thiruvananthapuram on January 21, Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas said the event will bring together global and domestic stakeholders through intensive B2B meetings, policy dialogues, and knowledge sessions.
The inaugural ceremony will be hosted at Grand Hyatt Kochi, Bolgatty, on September 24, while core business meetings will run from September 25 to 27 at the Sagara and Samudrika Convention Centre, Willingdon Island. KTM 2026 is expected to welcome over 400 international buyers and more than 1,500 domestic buyers, including MICE and destination wedding planners.
Featuring 400-plus seller stalls and over 60,000 pre-scheduled meetings, the mart aims to deepen market outreach and drive innovation in Kerala’s tourism sector. The event will also see the launch of a new digital platform and mobile app, ensuring fully paperless operations. Post-event tours and media familiarization trips will further spotlight Kerala’s diverse tourism offerings.
