WTE Miami Returns: The Tourism Exhibition That Will Kick Off the 2026 Season - And We'll Be There

Everything You Need to Know About WTE Miami 2025.

The International and U.S. Travel Market is set to return to the Miami Beach Convention Center on September 17-18, with broad participation expected from senior tourism industry stakeholders from around the world.

This is a focused B2B platform that serves as a gateway to the tourism markets of the U.S. and Latin America, emphasizing quality business connections, regional cooperation, and the leveraging of new commercial opportunities ahead of the upcoming travel season.

Once again, the Passport Group will serve as the official media partner of the event.

Javier Perez Palencia, Director WTE Miami. Photo: WTE

According to Javier Pérez Palencia, Director of WTE Miami, the exhibition connects leading U.S. buyers, tourism boards, and industry innovators from across the globe - creating a true platform for business opportunities and investment.

 “The strong return rate of high-level exhibitors underscores its effectiveness as a strategic gateway for organizations aiming to engage diverse markets and sectors, while consistently generating valuable opportunities".

Rolando Aedo, COO of GMCVB. Photo: GMCVB

The Miami International Airport and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), which hosts the event, also play a key role in its success.

Rolando Aedo, COO of GMCVB, explains that the event highlights the role Miami plays in fostering international tourism and business growth, generating meaningful connections across the global industry.

“As proud sponsors of WTE Miami, we recognize how important it is to showcase the role our destination plays in facilitating the growth of business and touris".

Aragón. Photo: Loarre b

Spain Highlights Aragón
Spain is participating this year as a Premium Sponsor through Turespaña - the official Spanish tourism agency - with a special focus on the Aragón region.

Jorge Moncada, Director General of Tourism for the Government of Aragón, states that their participation is part of an effort to present the region as a must-visit destination for American travelers. From landscapes to heritage, Aragón offers a rich and accessible experience, he says.

Zaragoza, the regional capital, will be featured prominently, showcasing its Roman history, ties to the artist Goya, and its wine culture - especially as the World Capital of the Garnacha grape. Thanks to high-speed trains that reach the city in just 90 minutes from both Madrid and Barcelona, Zaragoza is positioned as an ideal and sustainable travel hub.

CATA at WTE Miami 2024. Photo: CATA

Central America on the Map
The Central America Tourism Agency (CATA) used last year's event to promote the region as an attractive multi-destination area for U.S. travelers.

Boris Iraheta, Secretary General of CATA, shared that meetings with organizations like IATA and the airline Volaris enabled progress in air connectivity and regional travel initiatives.

“This event provided us with a strategic platform to showcase the rich tourism offerings of Central America and promote the Centroamérica Travel Market - Honduras 2025, an exclusive space for marketing the tourism offerings of the isthmus to the professional audience attending the fair".

Boris Iraheta, Secretary General of CATA. Photo: CATA

Precision Networking at the Core
The event focuses on strategic networking, offering pre-arranged B2B meetings between exhibitors, travel agencies, tour operators, media, and digital platforms.

Adriana Ron Pedrique, Portfolio Manager USA & Canada at Iberia, describes the event as focused, personal, and highly valuable - bringing the right people together under one roof.

“WTE Miami stands out for its efficiency and targeted approach. It offers the opportunity to connect with the right people, and everything is organized to make the most of your time. The event feels more focused, more personal, and especially valuable thanks to the strong presence of both U.S. and Latin American industry leaders in one place", Adriana Ron Pedrique adds.

CATA also reported growing interest from agencies specializing in community-based and sustainable tourism, along with new opportunities to collaborate with U.S. travel influencers.

Basílica del Pilar y Puente de Piedra. Photo: Zaragoza Turismo y Esther Casas

Key Details:
Exhibitor Registration Deadline: August 15, 2025
B2B matchmaking launch: September 1, 2025
Event dates: September 17-18, 2025

For more information and registration, visit: WTE Miami 2025 Website