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Comunicato n. 9 del 08/10/2025 ( download download )
· The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by the Minister of Tourism Daniela Santanchè and the Vice President of the Senate Gian Marco Centinaio. Speeches were given by Don Massimo Vacchetti, Director for the Pastoral Care of Tourism of the Diocese of Bologna, Maurizio Ermeti, President of Italian Exhibition Group, Jamil Sadegholvaad, Mayor of Rimini, and Roberta Frisoni, Councillor for Tourism, Commerce, and Sport of the Emilia-Romagna Region.
· The Aura project, The Luxury Travel Event powered by TTG, was also presented, to be held in Florence from 27 to 29 October 2026.
www.ttgexpo.it | www.inout.it
Rimini, 8 October 2025 –A grand inauguration for two major trade shows in an industry sector that symbolises Italy and the hosting region. This morning, TTG Travel Experience and InOut | The Hospitality Community, two tourism and hospitality events curated by Italian Exhibition Group, opened at Rimini Expo Centre (running until October 10). 2,700 exhibiting brands are showcased across 26 halls, with 1,000 buyers from 75 countries attending three days of meetings, business, and insights into global tourism.
Speaking at the opening ceremony were Don Massimo Vacchetti, Director for the Pastoral Care of Sports, Tourism, and Leisure of the Diocese of Bologna, Maurizio Ermeti, President of Italian Exhibition Group, Jamil Sadegholvaad, Mayor of Rimini, Roberta Frisoni, Councillor for Tourism, Commerce, and Sport of the Emilia-Romagna Region, and Daniela Santanchè, Minister of Tourism.
In his opening address, Don Massimo Vacchetti explained how…
Greeting those present, the president of IEG, Maurizio Ermeti, highlighted all the significant developments shaping the world of tourism in recent years: "AWAKE TO A NEW ERA" is the title we have chosen for this edition of TTG. This title is already a powerful wake-up call, an invitation to shake things up and break free from habits and routines. The facts are showing us how tourists and the way we engage in tourism have changed since the Covid period. Today, no one wants to be part of the crowd anymore. When planning a trip, everyone wants a motivating, authentic, and personally engaging experience. Tourism is undergoing a paradigm shift at the macroeconomic, social, and political levels, and a transformation of tourism is taking place. Our mission is to provide appropriate responses. This is the role and responsibility we take on with TTG and INOUT: we will not merely capture trends, we will increasingly serve as a platform for ideas, a hub for projects, and a continuous opportunity for discussion and inspiration. Here at TTG and INOUT, we aim to build the new era of tourism together with the industry's key players”.
Mayor of Rimini, Jamil Sadegholvaad, emphasized the need to look to the future: "I believe that TTG Travel Experience and InOut are more necessary than ever this year." The reason is clearly conveyed by the title of this edition: we are living in a time of profound and often rapid changes, and the travel and holiday industry is not only no exception but is one of the most tangible examples. The summer season that just ended also highlighted the changing times and habits of visitors, a shift that the industry as a whole cannot simply adapt to but must boldly learn to anticipate. Truly embracing a 'new era' of tourism today means addressing crucial issues: from the opportunities and limitations of artificial intelligence to the challenges posed by climate change, and the new dynamics of promotion and communication, as seen in every other industry. In this sense, events like TTG Travel Experience and InOut provide a valuable opportunity for meeting and discussion. It is significant that the city of Rimini is serving as the starting point for this necessary change in strategy”.
Roberta Frisoni, Tourism Councillor of the Emilia-Romagna Region: "Our region is at the forefront of offering exceptional cultural, sporting, and gastronomic experiences, from art cities, historic villages, and castles to the Riviera, the Apennines, golf, wellness, the Motor Valley, and Food Valley. Additionally, cycling routes and active, sustainable holiday experiences are attracting an ever-growing international audience. The TTG Travel Experience is also a point of focus for Emilia-Romagna within the MICE industry. This edition highlights a focus on sports and wellness, an industry in which the region has been investing for years, working alongside destinations and industry professionals who recognise the tourism opportunities that events and sports can provide throughout the year across the local area.”
Daniela Santanché, Minister for Tourism: "This year's edition of the TTG in Rimini follows the first WTTC Global Summit ever held in Italy, which reaffirmed the strategic importance of tourism as an economic and social driver. The investments announced at the end of the summit, totalling 8 billion euros, will fuel growth, employment, innovation, and infrastructure development for an industry that contributes 13% of GDP and jobs. Furthermore, we anticipate that over the next decade, this contribution will continue to grow, reaching 3.7 million jobs, over 280 billion in GDP, and more than 220 billion in tourism spending. Meanwhile, this year Italy has continued to achieve record results in terms of saturation rate and attendance, solidifying its position as a European leader and extending the tourism season. The government will continue to support the industry.
Gianmarco Centinaio, Vice President of the Senate of the Republic, also shared his remarks: "Tourism is at the heart of many changes, and TTG Travel Experience is a privileged vantage point for understanding and getting to know them." Organised tourism operators can find insights here into the future of their profession, the services to implement, and the international markets that can be opened or consolidated in the coming years, both for inbound and outbound travel. It is also a place to reflect on how best to promote and enhance Italy’s vast and diverse heritage, offering visitors authentic and unforgettable experiences. This is a great opportunity for those who want to better understand and invest in one of the most important and representative sectors of the Italian economy.
THE LUXURY EVENT: EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW
Yesterday, for the third year running, the Luxury Event by TTG was held at the Grand Hotel Rimini. The B2B event, which this year brought together 80 exhibitors and 85 top international buyers, served as the setting for a day of tailored, high-profile meetings. Today’s high-end traveller seeks authentic experiences made seamless by technology, and Luxury Event by TTG has become the premier venue for shaping strategies to meet these new expectations. Growing expectations that will be met next year with the launch of a new event dedicated to the world of luxury travel, previewed at the TTG opening ceremony: Aura, in Florence from October 27 to 29, 2026. An exclusive event that will bring together the most qualified international buyers for one-to-one meetings with high-end operators. Three days of B2B workshops, conferences, unique experiences, and high-level networking.
ABOUT TTG TRAVEL EXPERIENCE – INOUT | The Hospitality Community
: international trade show; organiser: Italian Exhibition Group SpA; frequency: annual; edition: 62nd; open to: trade only; website: www.ttgexpo.it www.inoutexpo.it #ttgexpo
PRESS CONTACT IEG, TTG TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
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MEDIA AGENCY TTG TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
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