Hosted & Visitor Buyers
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Connect with India's travel decision-makers
WTM Spotlight India brings together qualified travel buyers and leading suppliers for a focused day of high-value meetings, networking and business opportunities. Whether you're looking for a fully supported Hosted Buyer experience or the flexibility of attending as a Visitor Buyer, you'll gain access to the connections, insights and opportunities that can help grow your business in one of the world's most dynamic travel markets.
Hosted Buyer
Best for buyers with purchasing authority and defined sourcing objectives.
- Pre-scheduled appointments
- Travel and accommodation support
- Exclusive networking events
- VIP buyer experience
Visitor Buyers
Best for buyers seeking flexibility and self-directed networking.
- Create your own meeting schedule
- Access exhibitors and suppliers
- Attend conference sessions
- Join networking events
Why attend as a Buyer?
Quality meetings
Meet suppliers aligned with your business objectives.
Save time
Pre-arranged meetings help maximise your time onsite.
Discover new opportunities
Find new destinations, products and services.
Build valuable connections
Network with industry peers and suppliers.
Compare Buyer types
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| Hosted travel benefits |
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| Networking events |
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| Conference access |
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| Qualification required |
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What is the Hosted Buyer Programme?
The WTM Spotlight India Hosted Buyer Programme is for senior-level travel industry buyers who have been qualified through the application process to participate in an exclusive programme of meetings, networking and experiences during WTM Spotlight India.
Requirements for participating:
- Senior travel industry professional with direct purchasing and contracting authority in leisure, MICE, luxury or corporate travel.
- Demonstrated intent or capability to place business into India, or to source Indian travel product for international markets.
- Ability to demonstrate current or planned activity in inbound or outbound Indian travel, with a clearly defined business model.
- Annual travel buying budget consolidated across categories (flights, hotels, transport, experiences).
- Willing to adhere to all Hosted Buyer programme commitments and attendance policies as set out in the terms and conditions.
- Able to provide references for business conducted in the last 6 to 12 months.
- Intermediate level of English to converse with international exhibitors.
What is a Visitor Buyer?
Visitor Buyers enjoy the flexibility to attend WTM Spotlight India on their own schedule while still benefiting from valuable networking and business opportunities. Connect with suppliers, discover new products and destinations, and build relationships with industry professionals from across the travel sector. It's the ideal option for buyers who want to explore the event, make meaningful connections and create opportunities for future business.
Requirements for participating:
- Be actively involved in sourcing, purchasing or influencing travel products, services or destinations for their organisation.
- Work within a travel-related business, such as a tour operator, travel agency, online travel agency, corporate travel department or travel management company.
- Have a genuine interest in establishing new supplier relationships and exploring business opportunities.
- Be available to attend the event in person and participate in relevant networking activities.
- Complete the registration process and provide accurate company and professional information.
- Intermediate level of English to converse with international exhibitors.
How it works
Getting started is simple. Once you've submitted your application, our team will review your details and confirm the programme best suited to your profile. From there, you'll be guided through the next steps, including completing your profile, selecting meeting preferences and preparing for a productive day of business meetings and networking at WTM Spotlight India. Whether you attend as a Hosted Buyer or Visitor Buyer, the process is designed to help you maximise your time and make the right connections.
Registration questions
To be accepted as a Hosted Buyer, you are required to fulfil the qualifying criteria set by WTM Spotlight India.
All buyers must fall into one of the following categories and are responsible for organising meetings, conferences, incentives and events outside of their own country (i.e. outbound), and/or business travel.
Registration routes cannot be changed once your application has been submitted. If you would like to query your badge type or eligibility, please contact Customer Services.
You will need a valid credit or debit card to complete your registration. If you require a VAT receipt, please also have your company VAT number available.
There is no need to register again. Your application will continue through the relevant review process, and you will be notified by email once a decision has been made. If you have any questions about your registration, please contact Customer Services.
Partnership enquiry
If you are interested in becoming a Hosted Buyer partner for WTM Spotlight India, please contact the Buyers Team.
Register as a Hosted Buyer
To register your interest as a Hosted Buyer, please complete the Hosted Buyer application form.