The 17th ITE HCMC themed “Connectivity, Growth, Sustainability” offers three full days (Sept 7-9 2023) activities for international and local exhibitors to network, participate in high-level forums and informative seminars, as well as to experience top-notch entertainment.
ITE HCMC 2023 will be held in a hybrid format, combining physical and online 2D booths.
The online booths inform international buyers about products and services. And the pre-appointment booking system allows buyers to connect with sellers.
Furthermore, the local experience areas is the highlight of this year’s expo whereby they display Vietnam’s cultural uniqueness to international firms and visitors alike through handicrafts, coffee products , traditional arts, etc.
ITE HCMC 2023 has doubled its size compared to last year. The event is expected to attract leaders in international travel industry from well over 400 exhibiting companies & brands. Of which, booths from domestic units account for 70% and international units 30%. As of end of June 2023, the exhibition has leased over 70% of the area, with participants such as:
National Tourism Organizations (NTOs) from countries like Cambodia, Chile, Taiwan (China), Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand;
Regional Tourism Organizations (RTOs) from St.Petersburg (Russia), Seoul (South Korea), and over 45 provinces and cities of Vietnam, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho City, Da Nang City, Hai Phong City, An Giang, Ba Ria – Vung Tau, Bac Lieu, Ben Tre, Binh Dinh, Binh Phuoc, Binh Thuan, Ca Mau, Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Dong Nai, Dong Thap, Gia Lai, Ha Giang, Ha Tinh, Hau Giang, Kien Giang, Kontum, Lai Chau, Lao Cai, Lang Son, Lam Dong, Long An, Khanh Hoa, Ninh Binh, Ninh Thuan, Nghe An, Phu Yen, Quang Binh, Quang Nam, Quang Ninh, Quang Tri, Soc Trang, Tay Ninh, Thanh Hoa, Tien Giang, Thua Thien – Hue, Tra Vinh, Vinh Long, and Yen Bai.
In addition, the exhibition has attracted the leading tourism businesses like the Saigontourist Group, BenThanh Tourist, Vietravel, Tan Son Nhat Hotel, Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport, Melia Hotels International, Movenpick, Tam Chuc National Tourism Area, Tung Lam Tourism Area, Muong Thanh Hospitality, and other sponsor in-kind: The Cocoon Vietnam, BLUSaigon and many more.
Within the framework of ITE HCMC 2023, Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism works with the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism to organize activities such as Gala Dinner x World Travel Award – Asia & Oceania Ceremony, Seminar on the introduction of key tourist markets, ITE HCMC Awards 2023, Travel Fun Fair Day and many more.
ITE HCMC 2023, under the guidance of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, is organized by Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism and Vietnam National Administration of Tourism, in collaboration with the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Promotion Center, CIS Vietnam, and Le Bros.
ITE HCMC has this exclusive Hosted Buyer Program which allows international tourism players to grow their markets and partners networks in Vietnam and the Lower Mekong region.
The Organizing Committee, together with the Advisory Board which is comprised of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) and leading tourism businesses, have selected and invited over 200 international buyers from 20 countries and territories (an increase of more than 25% compared to 2022).
The Hosted Buyer Program is expected to be welcomed by decision makers from international travel agencies, MICE travel companies, luxury travel key and potential inbound markets and like China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, USA, Canada, Thailand, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Australia, India, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait and more.
On June 24th 2023, Vietnam National Assembly approved the amendments and supplements of the Law on Foreigners’ Entry into, Exit from, Transit through, and Residence in Vietnam, including extending the e-visa validity period to 90 days.
This policy is expected to strengthen Vietnam’s competitiveness in international tourism for the time to come.
As promotion is essential in boosting tourism and destination competitiveness, ITE HCMC is considered one of the important solutions for the purpose.
Event information:
Exhibition date: 07 – 09 September 2023
▪ 09:00 – 16:00, 07 – 08 September 2023: exclusively for business visitors
▪ 16:00 – 18:00, 07 – 08 September 2023: for both business visitors and the public
▪ 09:00 – 18:00, September 9th, 2023: open to the public
Venue: Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), 799 Nguyen Van Linh, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
Highlight events:
• Ribbon-cutting Ceremony
• Business matching program between international buyers and exhibitors
• High-level Tourism Forum on “Digital Transformation Driving Tourism Development” chaired by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City.
• ASEAN Public Relations and Communications Forum “Destination Marketing & Sustainable Communications”
• Series of tourism industry seminars
• ITE HCMC Award 2023
• World Travel Awards – Asia Pacific Ceremony
• ASEAN PR Excellence Awards 2023 Ceremony
• Vietnam Night
• Cambodia Night
• Welcome Dinner and Destination survey program for international buyers and press
• Thank you Party
Travel agents who are sourcing for Vietnam’s tourism services and products may apply here for Buyer Registration
National Tourism Organizations (NTOs), Regional Tourism Organizations (RTOs) and travel businesses who want to showcase their services and products may book a stand via ITE HCMC 2023
