Training and events
Making the most of trade shows and missions
Making the most of trade shows and missions
Sales missions, exhibitions and other trade events are a great way to meet key industry players, build new relationships and strengthen existing ones. Our guide explains how to take full advantage of every event you attend.
Explore upcoming training and events
Use the filters to find high-impact events and training programmes. From global business events conventions and overseas trade missions, to free webinars for efficient upskilling, these opportunities are tailored to organisations targeting international leisure and business events sectors.
Events for all levels
Beginner
These are suitable for those who have just embarked on their travel trade journey. Those who are at the first stages of building booking channels, using the travel industry networking and are still working on product development. You have only attended domestic opportunities until now.
Intermediate
For those who are confident in product development and have established booking channels, through might still be working on establishing your brand. You’re working mainly with domestic business and starting to look to international opportunities, and have attended sales events and opportunities either in the UK or internationally.
Advanced
You have highly developed products and experiences. You’re offer is fully integrated within the booking channels and intermediary landscape. And you’re confident in the international travel trade landscape with a brand that is well established both in the UK and overseas.
Event types and formats
Training and webinars
In-person and online sessions led by subject-matter experts - including international market updates and business support for industry and business event professionals.
Trade missions
In-person opportunities to meet hand-picked buyers from UK and overseas markets, and attend expert-led sessions. Featuring pre-arranged meetings or free-flow appointments, plus networking opportunities.
Trade shows
We have a high-profile presence at industry-wide events, with branded exhibit space and opportunities to showcase your destination or product alongside our offering.
Useful contacts
For UK industry, please contact:
For Business Events, please contact:
For International travel trade, please contact:
For media, please contact:
For the VisitEngland Academy, please contact:
Meet us at key industry events
We represent Britain and England at various events throughout the year, both in Britain and overseas. Contact us to arrange a meeting and help us learn more about your business, product or destination.
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