INDO-ARAB CONNECT 

The Biggest Ever Arab Travel & Healthcare Event In India

Travel Trade Conclave 

•  B2B Meet  •  Awards  •  FAM Trips 

Event Duration 

August 31 – September 07, 2026

Locations

Major Destinations in Kerala & Karnataka 

Tourism B2B Event

August 31 – September 01, 2026

B2B Venue 

Crowne Plaza, Kochi, Kerala, India 

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About Us

“The Premier Indo-Arab Tourism Bridge Platform in Asia”

EVENT OVERVIEW  

 Indo-Arab Connect Tourism Summit is a landmark international tourism platform designed to strengthen strategic partnerships between India, GCC, West Asia, and SAARC nations. Inspired by the historic Silk Route, this initiative builds modern bridges through tourism, connectivity, investment, and cultural exchange. 

  • High-level policy dialogue on tourism growth, aviation connectivity and investment 
  • Structured B2B networking between 150+ GCC buyers and Indian sellers 
  • Tourism promotion across wellness, medical, luxury and cultural segments 
  • Investment facilitation in tourism and hospitality 
  • Experiential FAM tours across Kerala and Karnataka’s most iconic destinations 

STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE 

India and GCC countries share deep-rooted cultural, economic and aviation ties. The GCC is one of India’s highest-spending outbound travel markets, with strong and growing demand for wellness, Ayurveda, medical tourism, luxury leisure, and destination weddings. 

Why GCC Markets Matter

  • Strong aviation connectivity to Kerala & Karnataka 
  • High per-visit spending profile 
  • Cultural and linguistic affinity 
  • Year-round travel demand

India’s Competitive Advantage 

  • Global leader in Ayurveda & wellness tourism 
  • Premier medical tourism destination 
  • Unique backwater, heritage & luxury experiences 
  • UNESCO world heritage sites
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OBJECTIVES

✔ Strengthen India-GCC tourism partnerships

✔ Facilitate B2B business opportunities

✔ Position India as a medical & wellness hub

✔ Promote Kerala & Karnataka as global destinations

✔ Attract investments in tourism & hospitality

✔ Enhance global visibility for Indian tourism

PARTICIPATION PROFILE

International Delegates (150+ Hosted Buyers)

  • UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain
  • Leading outbound travel agents and tour operators
  • GCC destination management companies
  • Travel influencers and media

Indian Participants

  • Hotels, resorts and luxury properties
  • Ayurveda centres and wellness resorts
  • Medical tourism hospitals and facilitators
  • State Tourism Boards and DMCs
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Tourism India Media Group & AATO 

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Tourism India Media Group

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