Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2026 to be held in Kochi from 24 to 27 September 2026

Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2026 has officially been announced! It will be held in Kochi from 24 to 27 September 2026, continuing its legacy as India’s largest tourism industry conclave focused on showcasing Kerala’s diverse travel offerings.

Event Details
- Dates: 24–27 September 2026
- Venue: Sagara and Samudrika Convention Centre, Willingdon Island, Kochi, Kerala
- Organizers: Kerala Travel Mart Society, supported by Kerala Tourism

Why KTM Matters
- Global Participation: KTM attracts international buyers, tour operators, and media from across the world.
- Focus on Responsible Tourism: Kerala positions itself as a leader in sustainable and community-based tourism.
- Showcasing Kerala’s Strengths: Backwaters, Ayurveda, eco-tourism, adventure travel, and luxury stays.
- Business Networking: A platform for B2B meetings between local tourism stakeholders and global travel trade.

What to Expect in 2026
- Spotlight on new luxury and experiential stays across Kerala.
- Greater emphasis on digital tourism tools and tech-driven travel solutions.
- Promotion of lesser-known destinations beyond Kochi, Munnar, and Alleppey — highlighting unexplored gems in northern Kerala.
- Integration of wellness tourism (Ayurveda, yoga retreats) with global travel trends.

Leadership Quote
- Shri Riyas said KTM is a perfect platform for buyers and sellers to get a vivid understanding about the tourism potential of Kerala. According to the Minister, KTM will lead to bringing in innovative transformation in tourism sector.

- KTM Society President Shri Jose Pradeep said all procedures related to the mart, including registration, B2B meetings and seminars will be fully digitised, with a software platform and mobile application being used.

Shri Riyas also launched the promotional video of KTM 2026.Kerala Tourism Secretary Shri Biju K unveiled the revamped website of Kerala Travel Mart Society.

Kerala Tourism Additional Director (General), Smt. Sreedhanya Suresh; KTM Honorary Secretary Shri S Swaminathan; Joint Secretary Shri Jobin Joseph; Vice President Shri Harikumar C; Treasurer Shri Jibran Asif; and KTM Past President Shri EM Najeeb, were also present.