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The 2026 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Survey by ITB Berlin and partners assessed 46 countries, showing increasing acceptance in Canada and the Netherlands but declines in the US. Digital risks and regional differences, especially in Germany, also impact LGBTQ+ travellers’ safety perceptions.

The 3rd Ambassador of the Year Awards honored 80 tourism contributors, including diplomats and local officials. The event also launched the 4th Travel Sale Expo set for October 2026 at SM Megamall, offering discounts up to 75% on travel services.

The International Travel Expo returned to Ho Chi Minh City in August 2026 at its largest scale ever. The event highlights expanding Asia-Pacific travel markets and wider international engagement.

GTBA and ONEKLIK held the 3rd Ambassador Awards in August 2026, honoring 80 leaders. They simultaneously launched the 4th Travel Sale Expo set for October 2026 at SM Megamall.

ITE HCMC 2026 will take place August 27-29 at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre with over 520 exhibitors and 260 international buyers. The event features more than 21,000 business appointments and incorporates technology-driven tourism promotion.

The Singapore Snow Expo was held on August 15-16, 2026, at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre after a nine-year break. The event featured 20 exhibitors and winter travel deals including a stay giveaway at Moxy Niseko Village hotel.

ITE HCMC 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City will feature over 520 exhibitors and 260 buyers from 40 countries. The event plans to host over 21,000 B2B meetings from August 27 to 29, 2026.

The 2026 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Survey by ITB Berlin evaluated 46 countries, finding Canada and the Netherlands most socially accepting. The United States saw a significant decline in perceived respect and safety for LGBTQ+ people.

Fairmont and Almosafer were confirmed as official partners for WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 in August 2026. The event is set to occur in Riyadh in September 2026.

The 3rd Ambassador of the Year Awards honored 80 leaders in tourism and coincided with the launch of the 4th Travel Sale Expo. The Expo is scheduled for October 2–4, 2026, at SM Megamall.