FutureTravel Summit: Let’s get together.

Join us on October 27th, for an exclusive gathering of over 400 industry decision-makers, leaders, and influencers from across the globe. A premium chance to connect with travel innovators, service providers, startups, investors, and corporates, and be part of the dynamic discussions shaping the future of the travel industry.

With Barcelona as its captivating setting, a city that encapsulates the very essence of travel and tourism, the FutureTravel Summit provides an unmatched opportunity to engage in a worldwide conversation about the future of the travel industry. Discover the latest trends, innovations, and groundbreaking startups that are shaping the industry and driving it forward. Don’t miss this remarkable opportunity to be at the cutting edge of the travel industry’s transformation.

Impressions from last year

Pitch Competition

Get ready for the FutureTravel Summit’s thrilling pitch competition, featuring 10 of the most promising travel startups globally. The selected teams will receive invaluable feedback from a prestigious panel of venture capital investors and will have an opportunity to compete for an attractive prize package. Applications are now closed.

Meet the 10 finalists of the Pitch Competition.

Keynotes & Panels

Aside from great networking opportunities with a dedicated networking app, at this year’s FutureTravel Summit, you will gain valuable insights into the industry’s forward momentum, explore the latest innovations and trends, and celebrate the visionary leaders shaping innovation in the sector. From post-pandemic transformations to sustainable travel initiatives and managing mass tourism, join us as industry leaders take the stage to share their vision and learnings.

The event agenda can be found here!

Confirmed Speakers

Alexandre Guinefolleau
Alexandre Guinefolleau
Co-founder & CEO @ Amenitiz
Jacqueline Davidson
Jacqueline Davidson
Program Director @ Aerospace Xelerated
Sarosh Waghmar
Sarosh Waghmar
Founder & CEO @ Spotnana
Richard Wazacz
Richard Wazacz
CEO @ Travelex
Danielle DeLozier
Danielle DeLozier
Director, Guest Relations @ HomeToGo
Alberto Constans
Alberto Constans
Chief Growth Officer @ Exoticca
Tino Klaehne
Tino Klaehne
Director Strategic Innovation & Intelligence @ Lufthansa Innovation Hub
Valentine Camusot
Valentine Camusot
General Manager for Europe @ Rail Europe
Fabrizio Angelo Orlando
Fabrizio Angelo Orlando
Global Director Industry Affairs @ Tripadvisor
Jakob Ipland
Jakob Ipland
Projects & Innovation @ Wonderful Copenhagen
Emilie Dumont
Emilie Dumont
Managing Director @ Digitrips
Iñaki Uriz
Iñaki Uriz
Co-founder & CEO @ Caravelo
Fabrizio di Martino
Fabrizio di Martino
Director of Marketing & Ecommerce @ citizenM hotels
Marta Pinho
Marta Pinho
Senior Investment Manager @ Amadeus Ventures
David Garcia
David Garcia
CIO @ TUI Musement
Alexander Gevers Deynoot
Alexander Gevers Deynoot
Global Director of Hotel Chains @ Hopper
Ana Metz
Ana Metz
Founder & Editor @ FutureTravel
Jacob Benbunan
Jacob Benbunan
Co-Founder & CEO @ Saffron Brand Consultants
Pranav Sood
Pranav Sood
Executive GM, EMEA @ Airwallex
Virginia Bassano
Virginia Bassano
VC Investor @ Eight Roads
Sebastian Canadell
Sebastian Canadell
Chief of astara Intelligence
Joshua Ryan-Saha
Joshua Ryan-Saha
Director @ Traveltech for Scotland
Cathy White
Cathy White
Founder & CEO @ CEW Communications
Jan-Frederik Valentin
Jan-Frederik Valentin
General Partner @ Ennea Capital Partners
Victor Cuxart
Victor Cuxart
VC Investor @ Nauta Capital
Xavier Garcia
Xavier Garcia
Cluster Manager @ Tech Tourism Cluster

Previous Partners & Speakers

Event Sponsors

Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the premier trade association representing the diverse and ever-changing attractions industry members from more than 100 countries. From amusement parks and resorts to museums and cruise lines, operators and vendors, IAAPA brings together professionals from various sectors to provide meaningful experiences for their guests worldwide. Additionally, IAAPA hosts global events and conferences that spread successful ideas and practices, as well as provides valuable tools that make businesses smarter, safer, and more profitable while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Airwallex is a leading global financial platform for modern businesses, offering trusted solutions to manage everything from payments, treasury, and spend management to embedded finance. With their proprietary infrastructure, Airwallex takes the friction out of global payments and financial operations, empowering businesses of all sizes to unlock new opportunities and grow beyond borders. Proudly founded in Melbourne, Airwallex supports over 100,000 businesses globally and is trusted by brands such as Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more. For more information, visit http://www.airwallex.com

Travel powers progress. Amadeus powers travel. Amadeus’ solutions connect travelers to the journeys they want through travel agents, search engines, tour operators, airlines, airports, hotels, cars and railways. They have developed their technology in partnership with the travel industry for over 30 years. Amadeus combines a deep understanding of how people travel with the ability to design and deliver the most complex, trusted, critical systems their customers need. Amadeus helps connect over 1.6 billion people a year to local travel providers in over 190 countries. They are one company, with a global mindset and a local presence wherever their customers need them. Amadeus purpose is to shape the future of travel. They are passionate in their pursuit of better technology that makes better journeys.

Saffron and astara partner to present the City Brand Barometer 2023, an annual study that evaluates global city brands through their promise, experience, and delivery. One of the world’s leading mobility companies, astara offers tailor-made, sustainable mobility solutions across multiple industries, backed by data intelligence. Saffron is an independent global consultancy dedicated to making brand memorable. Featuring bespoke, data-driven research from astara Intelligence, the company’s advisory division, Saffron’s City Brand Barometer will now investigate how mobility affects the experience and memorability of global city brands.

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FutureTravel Summit 2023

October 27th, 10 AM – 6 PM CET

La Antigua Fábrica Estrella Damm
515 Carrer del Rosselló 08025 Barcelona, Spain