IFTM - TOP RESA 2026 Draws 1,655 Exhibitors to Paris Expo

IFTM - TOP RESA 2026 will host 1,655 exhibitors at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from September 15-17, 2026, positioning itself as France's largest international tourism and travel exhibition targeting business, leisure, groups, and MICE segments.

The three-day event serves multiple industry verticals including tourism boards, hotels, destination management companies, and specialized tour operators. The fair's multi-targeted approach addresses distinct market segments from luxury leisure travel to corporate MICE services, reflecting the tourism industry's diversified post-pandemic recovery patterns.

Key Exhibitor Sectors

Tourism boards form a significant exhibitor category, with national tourism organizations from Costa Rica, France, and emerging destinations like Oman and Seychelles securing prominent positions. The Costa Rica Tourist Board will showcase cultural attractions, ecotourism offerings, and spa wellness experiences, while ATOUT FRANCE represents domestic tourism initiatives.

Luxury hospitality brands maintain strong presence, with Kempinski Hotel Muscat and Raffles Seychelles anchoring the high-end accommodation sector. Specialist tour operators including Zahara Tours from Oman and Travel Excellence from Costa Rica target boutique and luxury travel segments.

MICE and Business Travel Focus

The fair's MICE component addresses meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions demand. French carrier LA COMPAGNIE represents the business aviation segment, while destination management companies like Authenticities (Pvt) Ltd from Sri Lanka focus on corporate group services.

Regional operators from emerging markets demonstrate the fair's expanded geographic reach. Wabar Tours from Oman and 7 South from Seychelles reflect growing interest in Indian Ocean and Middle Eastern destinations among French and European travelers.

Attendee Expectations

Industry professionals can expect dedicated zones for different travel segments, with specialized areas for luxury travel, adventure tourism, and corporate MICE services. The event structure accommodates both pre-scheduled business meetings and discovery browsing, essential for tourism trade relationships.

Educational components will address market trends including sustainable tourism practices, digital booking platforms, and post-pandemic travel behavior shifts. The concentration of international exhibitors provides European travel agents and tour operators direct access to emerging destination partners.

Registration opens six months prior to the event, with early exhibitor commitments indicating strong industry confidence in France's tourism recovery trajectory heading into 2026.