15th Annual

Host Sponsor

Together, We Made MALT 2026 Remarkable

The 14th Annual MALT Congress 2026, hosted in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau, brought together global luxury travel leaders and influential Middle East buyers for two days of powerful dialogue and purposeful connections. From curated one-to-one meetings to insightful knowledge sessions, every interaction was designed to drive meaningful business outcomes.

A heartfelt thank you to our Sponsors, Partners, Delegates, and Speakers — your trust and commitment made this edition truly remarkable. As we move forward, MALT remains dedicated to fostering credibility, collaboration, and long-term partnerships that shape the future of luxury travel.

14th Annual Meetings Arabia and Luxury Travel Congress
Where Global Brands Meet Middle East Demand to Define the Future of Travel

Join us in Abu Dhabi this February for the 14th Annual Meetings Arabia & Luxury Travel Congress (MALT), the Middle East’s premier invitation-only platform connecting regional luxury, incentive, and business travel buyers with the world’s finest travel partners.

Designed as a live marketplace for the region’s travel industry, MALT delivers curated, high-value connections between senior Middle East decision-makers and global suppliers across MICE, luxury, experiential, and tech-enabled travel. Every interaction is purpose-built to drive measurable ROI, meaningful collaborations, and long-term partnerships.

Across two focused days, delegates engage in premium networking, pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, and insight-driven discussions aligned with real market demand and emerging travel trends. With over a decade of experience shaping the region’s travel landscape, MALT remains where global brands meet Middle East demand to define the future of travel.

See you on February 11th & 12th, 2026 

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World’s Best Travel Partners

MALT Congress is by invitation only, connecting you with 120 pre-qualified, high spending Middle East buyers from MICE, business, and luxury travel. With exclusive access to just 40 global suppliers, dedicated one-on-one meetings, curated agendas, and inspiring networking, this platform ensures evert moment builds powerful relationships in a seamless, prestigious setting.

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Top Arabia Luxury & Incentive Buyers

Elevate your business and amplify your ROI through exclusive insights, personalised one-on-one meetings with top tourism boards and luxury brands, and exceptional networking. Stay ahead with insider knowledge on luxury travel trends, forging connections that unlock new experiences and lasting partnerships.

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Luxe Partnerships, Unexplored Destinations, Elite Connections - that's what's in store!

Step into the world of MALT 2026

250+

Influential Industry Leaders & Key Decision-Makers in Attendance

250+

Influential Industry Leaders & Key Decision-Makers in Attendance

15+

Hours of Networking Opportunities

15+

Hours of High-Impact Business Networking

10+

Hours of In-Depth Learning & Knowledge Sharing

10+

Hours of In-Depth Learning & Knowledge Sharing

2

Days of One-on-One Meetings

2

Days of One-on-One Meetings

40+

World-Class Sponsors, Partners & Premier Destinations

40+

World-Class Sponsors, Partners & Premier Destinations

2000+

Pre-Scheduled One-on-One Business Meetings

2000+

Pre-Scheduled One-on-One Business Meetings

Influential Industry Experts

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Brennia Kottefaru Maldives 26
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odynovo
Hong Kong Tourism Board
Moditlo River Lodge
Munich Airport
Spanish Tourism Board

2026 Sponsors & Partners

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Celebrating the Visionaries of MICE, Business & Luxury Travel in the MENA region.
12th February, 2026 | UAE

9th Annual MALT Excellence Awards

Celebrating excellence in MICE, business, and luxury travel across the GCC, Jordan & Turkey, the awards honour organisations and leaders driving innovation, creativity, and impactful experiences. Join top industry professionals for an evening of recognition, inspiration, and celebration.

See the full list of this year’s Champions & the Winners

Geographical Breakdown of the Buyers

UAE

30%

Saudi Arabia

20%

Qatar

20%

Kuwait, Oman & Bahrain

20%

Jordan, Turkey

10%

What Makes Us Stand Out

Hear from the Voices of Experience

“A truly vibrant experience, filled with insightful discussions on luxury travel and key market expectations in the Middle East. With several promising leads already in the pipeline, the event provided valuable opportunities for future business in Macao. The quality of delegates, their expertise, and willingness to share market insights made the experience even more rewarding.”
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Sands Resorts Macao

“The experience at MALT Congress has been amazing. Returning for the second time, it remains a valuable platform to connect with new travel agencies and explore potential collaborations. With 15 productive meetings focused on MICE groups and promoting our hotel in Florya, the event offers great opportunities for future business and strengthening Istanbul’s appeal as a destination.”
Crowne Plaza Istanbul

Crowne Plaza Istanbul Florya Hotel

“An incredibly well-organized experience with a welcoming atmosphere and highly engaging meetings. The opportunity to connect with both familiar faces and new contacts highlighted the importance of participating in such events to expand business reach. With over 12 meetings on Day 1 and strong interest from attendees, future business prospects look promising.”
Maxx Royal Resorts

Maxx Royal Resorts

“A successful event with highly productive meetings. It’s always a pleasure to return and be part of such a well-coordinated gathering.”
Convention and Exhibition Bureau of Georgia

Convention Bureau of Georgia

“A truly beautiful and emotional experience, exceeding expectations from the very start. The event provided excellent networking opportunities, meaningful connections, and valuable insights into the luxury travel industry and local market preferences. With around 18 productive meetings on Day 1 alone, there’s strong potential for future collaborations.”
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Italy World Vibrant

“Attending MALT Congress for the first time has been an incredible experience, and certainly not my last. The event strikes the perfect balance—not too big, not too small—offering the right connections, B2B partners, and timing. With over 24 meetings, the potential for significant collaborations is strong. The quality and organization exceeded expectations, making it a truly impressive platform for networking and business growth.”
Al Khaleej Travels

Al Khaleej Travels

“It has been an amazing experience at MALT Congress, with great vibes, meaningful connections, and engaging discussions. The sessions offered valuable insights, especially on luxury travel and the emerging role of AI in shaping the future of travel. With numerous productive meetings, the potential for future business collaborations looks promising.”
Almobtaker Travels

Almobtaker Travels

“The MALT Congress was a unique and enriching experience, particularly as it marked the beginning of my journey to explore opportunities for my company in this part of the world. Over the course of a few days, I had the chance to connect with numerous industry professionals, leading to countless meetings and promising business prospects. What started as a curiosity quickly transformed into an amazing outcome, with the potential for significant business growth in the near future.”
Equipo Corporate Training FZE LLC

EQUIPO

“The MALT Congress has been a highly positive experience, offering the opportunity to engage with interesting peers and gain valuable insights into the industry. The key takeaway for me is the importance of continuous learning and collaboration in the ever-evolving travel and MICE sector. With around 10 productive meetings, there are several promising prospects for future business collaborations. In one word, the experience has been “engaging.”
FIRMENICH

FIRMENICH

“The MALT Congress experience has been truly amazing, with exceptional hospitality from arrival to the event itself. It continues to provide valuable insights on managing VIP clients and tailoring their travel needs—an essential topic consistently highlighted over the years. Productive meetings with various tourism authorities also promise potential collaborations, emphasizing the significance of such platforms in connecting with key industry players.”
House of Travel

House of Travel

“What made this experience stand out was the perfect blend of insightful discussions and top-notch hospitality. The sessions highlighted the importance of technology in the travel industry and the need to provide outstanding customer experiences. With around 80 productive meetings, there’s tremendous potential for outsourcing and long-term partnerships.”
Intratour Travel Agency

Intratour Travel Agency

“A truly fantastic experience with insightful sessions from industry experts, offering valuable dos and don’ts. With 10 to 15 productive meetings on Day 1, including potential event opportunities in El Gouna, Egypt, the event proved to be promising. A memorable moment was reconnecting with a client from a previous destination, making the experience even more special. Expectations exceeded!.”
Orascom

Orascom Hotel Management

“Bringing a wealth of positive emotions, the experience stood out for its impressive blend of sessions, panel discussions, and workshops that enabled meaningful connections with diverse suppliers from various regions. The opportunity to meet fresh stakeholders presenting unique offerings from hospitality, DMCs, and F&B sectors added significant value. With aligned products and shared values, there’s strong potential for future collaborations.”
Pan World Travel & Tourism

Pan World Travel & Tourism

“The vibrant atmosphere made the experience truly enjoyable, with engaging sessions offering valuable insights into the future of luxury travel. With 15-16 productive meetings on the first day alone, the opportunity to connect with promising prospects from the luxury travel sector proved highly rewarding, leaving excitement for what’s ahead.”
Royal

Royal Caribbean Arabia

“It’s been a truly rewarding experience, marked by meaningful discussions with resort owners and luxury destination companies. With over 20 meetings in two days, the event provided excellent opportunities for potential business partnerships. The noticeable growth in supplier participation this year made it even more impactful, helping achieve key goals for expanding overseas collaborations.”
Royal Class Travel & Tourism

Royal Class Travel & Tourism

“An excellent platform bringing together quality participants with a strong focus on luxury travel and MICE. The discussions revealed significant business potential, especially in the Nordic, Hong Kong, and Macao regions. With a global presence in 80 countries, there’s great optimism for meaningful collaborations that will drive the MICE business forward.”
Satguru Travels

Satguru Travels

“A dynamic gathering focused on enhancing the travel industry by fostering meaningful interactions and creating user-friendly experiences. The evolving GCC travel market, driven by rapid changes in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and the UAE, highlights a growing demand for personalized luxury, seamless service, and instant fulfillment. Meeting and exceeding these expectations is key to retaining customer loyalty.”
The Kanoo Group

The Kanoo Group

“An excellent experience with great networking opportunities and high-quality buyers. The seamless support from the QnA team ensured smooth interactions, making the event both productive and rewarding.”
ITALY Airports VIP

Italy Airports VIP

“An excellent event with top-tier networking opportunities and seamless organization. The insightful sessions and meaningful discussions added immense value, making it a must-attend for industry professionals. Looking forward to even greater experiences in the future!.”
Aseel Adventures

Aseel Adventures

“A fantastic platform for connecting with industry leaders, exploring new opportunities, and gaining valuable insights. The sessions were engaging, the networking was impactful, and the event was executed flawlessly. Truly an enriching experience!.”
Al Mazroey International Company for Travel

Al Mazroey International Company for Travel (MICCO) LLC

“A well-organized event filled with learning, collaboration, and future business potential. The sessions provided key industry takeaways, and the networking opportunities were excellent. Excited to build on these connections in the future!”
Freedom World Travel and Tours

Freedom World Travel and Tours

“An outstanding event that delivered beyond expectations! From engaging discussions to impactful networking, every moment was valuable. The venue, the organization, and the quality of attendees made it a truly exceptional experience.”
Victoria Travels

Victoria Travels

“A dynamic gathering of industry leaders fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth. The engaging discussions and meaningful connections made this event an invaluable experience. A must-attend for those looking to stay ahead in the industry!”
Consolidated Contractors International Company

Consolidated Contractors International Company

“A meticulously planned event that was both insightful and productive. The networking sessions were engaging, and the opportunities to connect with industry peers were invaluable. Looking forward to future editions with even more impactful discussions!”
COZMO Travel

COZMO Travel

“We will most likely attend again but won’t share it on our socials—our dear competitors might follow! Some secrets are better kept this way. Excellent execution, great attendance, and truly worth it!”
Luna Jets

LunaJets

“An excellent and highly focused event with great potential for future business. The networking opportunities were exceptional, making it a valuable experience.”
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Legend Safari Travel & Tours

“A very well-organized event with an improved quality of buyers this year. The professionalism and attention to detail were truly commendable.”
Abercrombie & Kent 2025

Abercrombie & Kent

“Perfect scheduling, engaging content, and insightful discussions. Looking forward to seeing more corporate attendees in the future!”
baku

Baku Convention Centre

“An incredible platform to build lasting connections. The venue was smart and beautiful, and the team was friendly and supportive. We truly enjoyed the experience!”
Seas4Life Safaris

Seas4Life

“A well-organized and smoothly executed event. Everything was planned meticulously, making it a seamless experience for all participants.”
Maxx Royal Resorts

Maxx Royal Resorts

“Brilliantly organized with a well-curated agenda. The sessions were insightful, and the overall experience was truly rewarding.”
Brazil Sensations

Brazil Sensations

“A consistently well-organized and productive event, offering a fantastic opportunity to connect with new companies and reconnect with existing partners.”
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Azerbaijan Tourism Board

“The event was well-structured, and the on-site team was incredibly helpful. Excited about the potential business opportunities from these new connections!”
Concierge Tbilisi

Concierge Tbilisi

“A fantastic, meticulously arranged event! The sessions were insightful, and the meetings were valuable opportunities to establish strong business connections. I’ll definitely recommend my director to book again next year!”
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One Wish Travel

“Highly engaging and insightful speeches, excellent networking opportunities, and an overall well-organized event. Looking forward to attending again next year!”
Grecotel Hotels & Resorts

Grecotel Hotels & Resorts