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Qatar Travel Mart 2025 Invites Global Industry Leaders to Shape the Future of Tourism

As global travel and tourism enter a new era of expansion, Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) 2025 invites industry leaders, tourism professionals, and global travellers to experience a world of destinations, ideas, and opportunities—all under one roof in Doha.

Held under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, this year’s edition is set to be one of the most influential gatherings in the global travel and hospitality sector. QTM 2025 brings together the world’s leading voices, fostering collaboration and showcasing the role of tourism in connecting cultures and driving sustainable economic growth.

A Record-Setting Platform for Qatar’s Tourism Ambitions

Building on last year’s outstanding success—10,000+ visitors, 300+ exhibitors from 60+ countries, 300+ hosted buyers, and 50+ global speakers—QTM 2025 returns with an expanded vision for the future of tourism.

This year’s event will unite stakeholders across ten key tourism sectors, reinforcing QTM’s position as a global hub for travel innovation, hospitality leadership, and destination development.

Organised by NeXTfairs, and supported by an impressive lineup of partners—including Visit Qatar as Strategic Partner, Katara Hospitality as Founding Partner, The Ned Doha and Retaj Hotels & Hospitality as Platinum Sponsors, West Walk as Gold Sponsor, Qissatec as Silver Sponsor, and Mowasalat as Official Transport Partner—QTM 2025 reflects Qatar’s growing status as a world-class destination for leisure, culture, business, and events.

Industry Leaders Share Their Vision

Max Binda, Managing Director of The Ned Doha, highlighted Qatar’s growing global appeal:
“Qatar Travel Mart is a powerful platform to showcase how Qatar blends heritage, art, and hospitality. We are honoured to contribute to a country that continues to evolve as a global hub for culture and travel.”

Medhat Nouby, CEO of Retaj Hotels & Hospitality, added:
“Being a Platinum Sponsor of QTM 2025 reinforces our commitment to elevating Qatari hospitality on the world stage. The event provides a strategic platform to share our regional growth, partnerships, and new developments.”

As a Silver Sponsor, Qissatec brings a visionary approach to cultural technology.

Founder & CEO Sheikh Suhaim Ahmed S. J. Al Thani said:
“At Qissatec, we believe every place has a soul. Through the Qissatec App, we connect people to the stories behind every destination—preserving heritage, inspiring discovery, and transforming every journey into an emotional, immersive experience.”

A Global Showcase of Destinations and Innovation

QTM 2025 will welcome a diverse lineup of international tourism boards, country pavilions, and destination brands, offering a vibrant showcase of global travel potential. Visitors can explore new markets, discover investment opportunities, and engage with partners from across the world.

This year’s edition provides a unique platform for understanding how innovation, collaboration, and sustainability are reshaping the future of global tourism.

QTM Conference: Three Days of Insight and Inspiration

A major highlight of QTM 2025 is the QTM Conference, curated in partnership with the World Leisure Organisation. Spanning three thematic days, the conference will explore the future of tourism through the lenses of:

Day 1: Culture & Heritage Tourism

Celebrating the stories, identities, and shared human experiences that define global destinations.

Day 2: Hospitality & Sustainability

A deep dive into how design, digital transformation, and green practices are reshaping the modern hospitality landscape.

Day 3: Events, Wellness & Health Tourism

Exploring how events and wellness experiences can drive economic growth, enhance well-being, and strengthen destination competitiveness.

Industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and tourism experts will share insights, real-world strategies, and future-focused ideas that reflect the travel industry’s rapid transformation.

Final Call to Register

With just one week left to register, QTM 2025 is set to be an unmissable global event for tourism boards, hospitality brands, travel professionals, investors, and travellers passionate about the future of tourism.

Qatar Travel Mart 2025 is more than an exhibition—it is a gateway to global opportunity, a celebration of cultural exchange, and a platform shaping the next chapter of international tourism.

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