Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
Qatar Travel Mart 2026 is poised to become a definitive platform for the global travel and tourism industry. This exhibition will highlight Qatar's role as a gateway to the Arabian Gulf, showcasing the latest trends in various sectors including MICE, luxury, and medical tourism.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore Qatar's unique attractions. Qatar Travel Mart 2026 takes place in Doha, Qatar.
Venue: Doha Exhibition & Convention Center.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: December 2026 edition at Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC) in the West Bay district of Doha, Qatar. Confirm the exact show days on the official schedule at qtmqatar.com before booking flights.
- 2Sector Focus: A travel-trade marketplace for inbound and outbound tourism, MICE and incentive business, luxury and experiential travel, medical and wellness tourism, halal travel, cultural heritage products and sustainable travel programmes.
- 3Who Meets Whom: Destination management companies, hotels and resorts, cruise and tour operators, travel technology vendors and MICE suppliers meet travel agencies, corporate travel buyers, event planners, tourism boards and clinic or wellness facilitators.
- 4Organiser: NeXTfairs, a Doha-based exhibition organiser, runs the show; exhibitor and visit registration resources are published on qtmqatar.com.
- 5Registration: Trade visitors register through the official site and collect badges at the DECC on arrival; carry the passport or ID used in the registration for collection.
Why visit
Discover Qatar's unique travel offerings and connect with key industry players. Dates and Venue: Qatar Travel Mart 2026 takes place from December 7-9, 2026, at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center. Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from travel agencies, hotels, and tourism boards, all with direct purchasing power.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at Qatar Travel Mart provides unparalleled exposure to a targeted audience of travel professionals. Showcase your brand alongside leading industry players and connect with potential buyers. Benefit from networking opportunities and enhance your brand's visibility in the growing Qatari tourism market.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Travel agency owners and managers
Tour operators specializing in luxury travel
MICE professionals seeking venues and services
Hospitality providers looking for partnerships
Travel technology companies showcasing innovations
Government tourism officials and stakeholders
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Destination management companies (DMCs) selling Qatar ground handling, airport meet-and-greet, coach fleets, guides and off-site event programmes to tour operators and corporate groups.
Hotels, resorts and hotel groups presenting room blocks, meeting space, F&B and incentive-ready facilities in Doha, Lusail and the wider Qatari coast.
Tour operators and cruise lines packaging multi-day Gulf itineraries that combine Qatar with UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia or Bahrain stops.
Travel technology vendors supplying booking engines, GDS connectivity, channel managers, CRM and itinerary tools for agencies and DMCs.
MICE suppliers including PCOs, venue finders, AV and stand-build contractors, entertainment and event production companies serving conferences and incentives.
Medical, wellness and spa tourism providers - hospitals with international patient desks, clinics, recovery resorts and facilitator agencies building treatment-plus-holiday packages.
Halal and faith-based travel specialists offering halal-friendly hotels, prayer facilities, family-oriented resorts and Umrah or Hajj-linked Gulf products.
Government tourism boards, cultural heritage authorities and destination marketing organisations presenting country pavilions and Regatta or museum-led visitor products.
Airline, airport and transport providers, including ground transport and rail operators, marketing capacity and connectivity into Doha.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Luxury travel services and experiences: private guided desert and heritage excursions, five-star resort stays, yacht and dhow charters, fine-dining itineraries and bespoke concierge programmes.
MICE services and venues: convention centre space, hotel meeting rooms, PCO and DMC services, team-building activities, gala dinner venues and delegate transport fleets.
Cultural tourism products: museum and heritage itineraries covering the Museum of Islamic Art, Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village and Al Zubarah, with guide and ticketing services.
Medical and wellness tourism: hospital and clinic packages, cosmetic and diagnostic travel, recovery and spa resort stays, plus facilitator and interpreter services.
Halal tourism offerings: halal-certified dining, prayer room equipped hotels, women-only spa and beach options, and family-friendly resort programming.
Sustainable travel solutions: eco-certified accommodation, metro and rail-based transfer planning, low-waste catering, accessible travel services and trip carbon reporting.
Travel technology and distribution: reservation systems, GDS and API connectivity, dynamic packaging tools, agency CRM and payment or reconciliation platforms.
Cruise and marine tourism: Gulf cruise itineraries, port excursion products, marina and charter services, and pre- and post-cruise Doha stay packages.
Incentive and experiential travel: desert safaris, dune and inland sea excursions, cultural workshops, sport and motorsport experiences, and corporate reward travel programmes.
Location & Facilities
Venue
Doha Exhibition & Convention Center
Doha, Qatar
Facilities
Parking
Doha Exhibition & Convention Center in Doha typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Doha Exhibition & Convention Center in Doha typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Doha Exhibition & Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
NeXTfairs
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Doha, Qatar
Why it matters
Attending Qatar Travel Mart 2026 on 2026-12-07 to 2026-12-09 in Doha lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · QAR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Doha
Primary international gateway serving Doha.
to venue
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Andaz Doha, by Hyatt
luxury
West Bay, approx. 690 m from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)5-star hotel in the West Bay cluster with paid breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, air conditioning, pet-friendly policy, fitness centre and spa. Closest listed option for walking to the halls; expect premium December rates.
Best Western Plus Doha
midscale
Approx. 3.8 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)4-star, eco-certified hotel with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, air conditioning, fitness centre, spa and bar. Google showed a rate about 23% below its usual price for the searched stay dates, so it is a value pick within a short taxi ride of the venue.
Plaza Inn Hotel
midscale
Approx. 4.1 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)4-star hotel with breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, paid parking, outdoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness centre and bar. Convenient for the Al Sadd and West Bay taxi corridor.
Golden Ocean Hotel
economy
Approx. 4.2 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)3-star hotel with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness centre and spa; flagged by Google as an excellent location for the area. A low-cost base if you plan daily taxi or metro hops to the DECC.
Grand Regal Hotel
economy
Approx. 4.6 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)4-star hotel with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness centre and spa. Offers more facilities than most peers in its price band, with a short drive to West Bay.
Doha Dynasty Hotel
economy
Approx. 4.3 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)3-star hotel with free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly policy, restaurant, airport shuttle, full-service laundry and child-friendly facilities. The airport shuttle makes it practical for early departures after the show.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metered taxi (Karwa) from Hamad International Airport
Estimated costApprox. QAR 60-90 for the 18.7 km metered trip (estimate; confirm the meter and any airport surcharge on arrival)
Best forDOH arrivals forecourt to Doha Exhibition & Convention Center, West Bay
Karwa is the national metered taxi operator and ranks outside the arrivals hall. Keep the receipt for expense claims and confirm card payment before departure.
Ride-hail (Uber or Careem) from the airport
Estimated costApprox. QAR 55-85 depending on the app quote and surge (estimate; the in-app price at booking is the binding figure)
Best forDOH pick-up zone to DECC, West Bay
Both major apps operate in Doha and show an upfront price before you confirm. Compare the app quote with the Karwa rank at busy arrival times.
Doha Metro, Red Line
Estimated costApprox. QAR 2 for a standard single journey; a day pass is approx. QAR 6 (estimate; confirm current fares and card options at the station)
Best forHamad International Airport station to DECC station on the Red Line
The Red Line runs directly between the airport and the exhibition district. Buy or top up a rechargeable travel card at the station ticket office; cabins are air-conditioned and have luggage space.
Taxi or ride-hail, hotel cluster to venue
Estimated costApprox. QAR 15-25 for the 2-5 km hop; zero if you walk from West Bay hotels within 1 km (estimate; confirm the app or meter quote)
Best forWest Bay and Al Sadd hotels to the DECC halls
At morning opening times the West Bay roads are congested, so walking from the nearest hotels is often faster than a car for the last kilometre.
Private car parking at the venue
Estimated costPaid venue parking; a published daily tariff was not captured, so budget approx. QAR 20-40 per day and confirm the current rate at the DECC car park entrance
Best forDECC multi-storey and surrounding West Bay parking
Pre-book or arrive early if you are driving; the surrounding West Bay towers also sell visitor parking by the hour.
Walking within the West Bay precinct
Estimated costFree
Best forAndaz Doha and neighbouring West Bay hotels to the DECC entrances
Pavements and crossings around the convention centre are shaded in parts but there is little tree cover; carry water and use the air-conditioned venue link corridors where open.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. QAR taxi/rideshare from DOH to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forDoha (DOH) to Doha Exhibition & Convention Center
Primary international gateway serving Doha.
Weather
Doha in December sits in the cooler season: expect daytime highs around 22-26 C, nights near 15-18 C, low humidity compared with summer and only occasional light rain, with roughly 10-15 mm falling across a few days in a typical December. Halls are strongly air-conditioned, so a light jacket or shacket is useful indoors, and outdoor evening events at Katara or Souq Waqif are comfortable without heavy layers. Coastal breezes can make the Corniche feel cooler after sunset. Check a short-range forecast in the week before travel rather than relying on seasonal averages.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Ooredoo and Vodafone Qatar both sell prepaid tourist SIMs at Hamad International Airport and in West Bay malls, and most recent handsets support eSIM activation before departure. 5G coverage is strong across West Bay, the DECC district and the airport, and the venue typically provides Wi-Fi in halls and meeting areas - confirm the current network name and any access code at the registration desk. Qatar uses type G and type D sockets at 240 V, 50 Hz, so UK-style plugs usually fit and EU or US travellers need an adaptor. Business travellers should keep a roaming backup line and check corporate VPN access before landing.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Dress and public etiquette
Business dress in Doha is formal but not rigid: suits or smart separates for meetings, with shoulders and knees covered in public buildings, museums and souqs. Lightweight fabrics work indoors and out, but carry a layer for heavily air-conditioned halls and conference rooms.
Greetings and meeting style
Handshakes are common in business settings, though some Qatari women may prefer a nod rather than a handshake - follow their lead. Exchange cards with the right hand, expect a short opening exchange about the journey, and avoid launching straight into rates before greetings are complete.
Weekend and working rhythm
The Qatari weekend is Friday and Saturday, with Sunday to Thursday the working week. Many offices close on Friday, so schedule meetings and site inspections Sunday to Thursday and keep Friday for travel or leisure.
Photography and filming
Ask before photographing people, particularly women, and avoid photographing government buildings, military sites and some residential areas. For exhibitor stand filming or interviews, get consent from the individuals on camera and check the organiser's media rules.
Alcohol, dining and hospitality
Alcohol is served in licensed hotel restaurants and bars rather than in general restaurants. If you are hosting Gulf buyers, choose a hotel venue with a licensed outlet or a dry venue that suits everyone, and confirm halal and dietary requirements when booking group dinners.
Tipping and everyday transactions
Service charges are often included in hotel and restaurant bills; rounding up or leaving around 10% is normal where they are not. Taxi fares are usually rounded to the nearest QAR 5, and card payment is widely accepted across West Bay.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: DOH
Book into Hamad International (DOH), the shortest transfer to the DECC at roughly 18.7 km. DOH is the Qatar Airways hub, so direct routings exist from major European, Asian, African and North American gateways; one-stop options via Gulf hubs often price lower but add transfer time. December is peak inbound season in Doha, so book two to three months ahead, avoid arriving on the morning of your first meeting, and keep at least a half-day buffer before the show opens for badge collection and any site inspections. Confirm baggage allowances if you are carrying stand materials, and check whether your corporate fare includes seat selection and lounge access on the return leg.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Doha (DOH): Primary international gateway serving Doha.. Allow road or rail time to Doha Exhibition & Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Doha Exhibition & Convention Center: West Bay, approx. 690 m from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC): Andaz Doha, by Hyatt; Approx. 3.8 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC): Best Western Plus Doha; Approx. 4.1 km from Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC): Plaza Inn Hotel.
Ride-hail: Uber and Careem both operate across Doha, including airport pick-ups and West Bay hotel-to-venue runs, and show an upfront price in the app before you confirm. Karwa, the national taxi operator, also runs its own booking app with metered fares. At DECC opening and closing times, request the pick-up from the designated kerbside zone rather than the main road, and expect surge pricing on the evening of a major show day. Compare the app quote with a metered Karwa if the app price looks high.
Public transit: The Doha Metro Red Line is the practical public transit option for the show: it links Hamad International Airport with the DECC station in the West Bay exhibition district in about 31 minutes door-to-door. Trains run in standard and Gold classes, fares are low (around QAR 2 per standard single journey, with day passes available - confirm current pricing at the ticket office), and stations are air-conditioned with lifts and luggage space. A supplementary Karwa bus network covers areas away from the metro; for a 4 km hotel-to-venue hop, the metro plus a short walk is usually faster than waiting for a bus.
Parking: The DECC has multi-storey car parking serving the halls, with additional hourly visitor parking in surrounding West Bay towers. A public daily tariff was not captured for this listing, so budget roughly QAR 20-40 per day and confirm the current rate and payment method at the car park barrier. Arrive 20-30 minutes before your first meeting to allow for entry queues, payment and the walk to registration, and note that surrounding tower car parks may close to non-tenants during large events.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December (cooler season, Doha)
Temperature: Approx. 22-26 C daytime highs and 15-18 C at night, with cooler breezes along the Corniche after sunset (seasonal averages - confirm the short-range forecast before packing).
Seasonality: December is one of Doha's most comfortable months and also the start of the winter rainy window: expect mostly dry, sunny days with occasional short showers, roughly 10-15 mm of rain across a few days in a typical December. Humidity is far lower than in summer, which makes outdoor site visits to Katara Cultural Village and Souq Waqif practical in the evening.
Packing: Pack lightweight business attire with coverage for shoulders and knees, a jacket or shacket for air-conditioned exhibition halls, a light rain shell for occasional December showers, comfortable walking shoes for hall floors and site inspections, sunglasses and sunscreen for outdoor evenings, and a type G or type D plug adaptor for Qatari sockets.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Qatar Travel Mart 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Days 14-12: Confirm your visitor registration status on qtmqatar.com and print or save the confirmation, since badge collection at the DECC is tied to the details you submitted.
T-2
Days 14-12: Check your nationality's Qatar entry status (visa-free waiver, Hayya or e-visa) and make sure your passport has at least six months validity beyond arrival.
T-3
Days 11-10: Book flights into Hamad International (DOH) with arrival a day before your first meeting, and compare the metered taxi transfer against the Red Line metro option from the airport.
T-4
Days 11-10: Secure a West Bay or DECC-radius hotel early; December is high season in Doha and walking-distance inventory around the convention centre is limited.
T-5
Days 9-8: Build your meeting shortlist from the exhibitor list, prioritising DMCs, hotel groups and MICE suppliers that match the markets you sell into.
T-6
Days 9-8: Request appointments or stand meetings by email and note stand numbers so you can plan hall routes instead of walking the floor at random.
T-7
Days 7-6: Prepare one-page buyer or agency profile sheets with your source markets, annual room-night or group volume, and the products you want to contract for the next season.
T-8
Days 7-6: Download the Doha Metro map, check the Red Line DECC station access from your hotel, and buy or plan a metro day pass if you will travel between West Bay and the airport.
T-9
Days 5-4: Pack business attire that covers shoulders and knees for venue and cultural visits, plus a light layer for heavily air-conditioned halls.
T-10
Days 5-4: Arrange a Qatar eSIM or check roaming rates with your operator, and confirm your bank card works for QAR transactions.
T-11
Days 3-2: Print hotel confirmation, flight itinerary and registration confirmation in one folder for immigration and badge collection.
T-12
Days 3-2: Confirm any site inspections - hotel show-rounds, Katara Cultural Village, Museum of Islamic Art or Souq Waqif - and book transfers.
T-13
Show days: Arrive 30 minutes before the hall opens on day one for badge collection and security screening, keep a digital and printed meeting schedule, and log follow-ups each evening.
Day 1
Arrive at DOH, allow 45-60 minutes for immigration and baggage, then take a Karwa taxi or the Red Line toward West Bay and check in.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Doha Exhibition & Convention Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Qatar Travel Mart 2026 registration concourse
Doha Exhibition & Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Doha Exhibition & Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsQAR 190.00
- Per diem × 2QAR 150.00
Estimated totalQAR 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Qatar Travel Mart 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is Qatar Travel Mart (QTM)?
QTM is a travel-trade exhibition in Doha organised by NeXTfairs, bringing together tourism boards, hotels, destination management companies, tour and cruise operators, travel technology vendors and MICE suppliers with buyers from agencies, corporate travel and event planning. The 2026 edition is scheduled for December at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center.
Where exactly is the show held?
The Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC) in West Bay, Doha. West Bay is the city's hotel and office district, roughly 18-19 km by road from Hamad International Airport and within walking distance of several five-star hotels.
Who should visit Qatar Travel Mart?
Outbound and inbound travel agencies, corporate travel and procurement managers, MICE and incentive planners, tour operators building Gulf itineraries, wellness and medical facilitators, and tourism board representatives evaluating Qatar product for the next season.
Is the fair open to the public or trade-only?
QTM is structured as a B2B travel trade event, so registration is aimed at travel professionals and buyers rather than leisure visitors. Check the visitor registration terms on qtmqatar.com before booking travel if you are unsure whether your role qualifies.
How do I register and what do I need at the door?
Register on the official qtmqatar.com site and bring the passport or national ID matching your registration for badge collection at the DECC. Allow a buffer on the first morning for badge printing and bag screening.
How do I get from Hamad International Airport to the DECC?
The airport is roughly 18.7 km from the venue. A metered Karwa taxi or ride-hail takes about 22 minutes in normal traffic, while the Doha Metro Red Line connects the airport to the DECC station in about 31 minutes door-to-door using a standard QAR ticket.
Do I need a visa to attend?
Many nationalities, including GCC, UK, EU, US, Canadian, Australian and Japanese passport holders, enter Qatar visa-free for 30 or 90 days on arrival. Other nationalities apply in advance through the official Qatar e-visa or Hayya portal. A trade badge does not replace entry permission, so verify your nationality's status before booking.
What is the weather like in Doha in December?
December is one of Doha's most comfortable months, with daytime highs typically around 22-26 C, night temperatures near 15-18 C and only occasional light rain. Indoor halls are heavily air-conditioned, so a light layer is useful.
Which hotel areas work best for the venue?
West Bay is the closest cluster, with the Andaz Doha about 690 m from the DECC and other 3- and 4-star options within 4-5 km. Staying in West Bay keeps you on the Red Line metro corridor and within walking distance of the halls.
Which travel sectors are represented on the floor?
Exhibitors cover destination management and ground handling, hotels and resorts, cruise and tour operations, travel technology, MICE and event services, medical and wellness tourism, halal travel, cultural heritage products and sustainable travel suppliers.
How does a company apply to exhibit?
Exhibitor applications and stand enquiries are handled by the organiser, NeXTfairs, through the qtmqatar.com exhibitor section. Space, stand build and shell-scheme options are quoted directly by the organiser, not published as fixed public prices.
Can I combine the trip with site inspections in Doha?
Yes, and it is common practice. Build one or two extra days around the show to inspect hotels, MICE venues, Katara Cultural Village, the Museum of Islamic Art and Souq Waqif, since contracting decisions usually follow a site visit.
Glossary
- MICE
- Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions - the corporate events segment whose buyers at Qatar Travel Mart source venue space, group accommodation, transfers and destination programmes in Doha and the wider Gulf.
- DMC (Destination Management Company)
- A locally based agency that builds and operates ground programmes - airport meet-and-greet, coaches, guides, venue bookings and off-site dinners - for tour operators and corporate groups travelling into Qatar.
- Inbound vs outbound operator
- An inbound operator sells travel into Qatar to foreign buyers; an outbound operator sells Qatar-resident travellers holidays abroad. Both sit on the show floor, and the distinction shapes which meetings you book.
- Halal tourism
- Travel products built around halal food, prayer facilities, alcohol-free or alcohol-light environments and family-friendly scheduling - a core category for Gulf and Southeast Asian buyers at the show.
- Medical and wellness tourism
- Packages that combine treatment or diagnostics at a clinic or hospital with recovery stays, spa time and city leisure, sold through facilitator agencies and hospital international-patient desks.
- Cultural heritage tourism
- Itineraries built on museums, souqs, archaeological sites and living crafts - in Qatar this includes the Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and the Souq Waqif heritage quarter.
- Sustainable travel solutions
- Supplier services that reduce trip footprint - eco-certified hotels, rail and metro transfers instead of single-occupancy cars, low-waste catering and carbon reporting for corporate accounts.
- GDS (Global Distribution System)
- The reservation networks (Amadeus, Sabre, Travelport) through which agencies book flights, hotel inventory and car content; travel technology exhibitors at the fair connect their products to these systems.
- Hosted buyer
- A qualified buyer whose travel and accommodation are supported by the organiser in exchange for a fixed number of pre-scheduled appointments. Confirm hosted-buyer criteria and deadlines directly with NeXTfairs.
- Shoulder season
- The travel window between peak and low demand. For Qatar the cooler months from November to March are the strong inbound window, which is why a December trade date matters for contracting the following season.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- travel exhibitions in Qatar
- tourism events in Doha
- MICE events in Qatar
- hospitality trade shows
- Qatar Travel Mart 2026 Doha
- Qatar Travel Mart Doha 2026
- Doha Qatar
- Travel & Tourism Doha 2026
- Travel & Tourism Exhibition Doha
- Luxury travel services and experiences
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.