Why Partner with Indo Arab Connect 2026

The Opportunity

India and the GCC region share one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing travel corridors. GCC outbound travel and tourism is valued at over USD 80 billion in 2026 and is projected to cross USD 154 billion by 2035, while India’s outbound tourism market, valued at USD 34.7 billion in 2026, is projected to expand to USD 91.68 billion by 2035. At the same time, wellness and medical tourism has emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments of GCC outbound travel, with Gulf populations increasingly seeking specialised treatment and wellness programmes abroad, and India ranking among the preferred destinations. This convergence of outbound and inbound growth makes the India-GCC corridor one of the most promising travel trade opportunities of the decade – and Indo Arab Connect 2026 is positioned squarely at its centre. 

The Current Context

India and the GCC already share deep economic and cultural ties, anchored by a large expatriate and NRI population across the Gulf, strong bilateral trade, and growing air connectivity between Indian states and GCC hubs. Kerala, in particular, has one of the largest and most engaged NRI communities in the Gulf, creating a natural bridge for tourism, wellness travel, real estate, and investment flows between the two regions. Indo Arab Connect 2026 builds on this foundation, bringing together Indian tourism boards, hoteliers, DMCs, and service providers with GCC-based tour operators, corporate buyers, and investors under one platform.

Future Growth Potential

With Gulf economies actively diversifying beyond oil and investing heavily in outbound leisure, wellness, and real estate opportunities, and Indian states expanding their tourism and medical value travel infrastructure, the coming years present significant headroom for structured B2B partnerships. Sponsors who establish an early presence at Indo Arab Connect position themselves ahead of this growth curve, with direct access to decision-makers shaping future India-GCC travel trade flows.

Brand Visibility You Gain

As a sponsor, your brand will be positioned in front of:

• GCC trade buyers and tour operators actively sourcing Indian destinations, hotels, and experiences for their outbound portfolios
• NRIs and expatriates across the Gulf, a high-value audience with strong purchasing power and deep ties to India
• Potential investors from GCC countries exploring opportunities in Indian tourism infrastructure, hospitality, wellness, and real estate
• Diplomatic and government stakeholders, including embassies, tourism ministries, and trade bodies from both regions
• Indian tourism boards and industry leaders from across the country’s leading states

Your association with Indo Arab Connect 2026 offers sustained visibility through the event, its FAM tour, and its ongoing media coverage – positioning your brand as a serious, credible player in the India-GCC travel and investment ecosystem.