PATA Travel Mart 2015

is hosted by Department of

Tourism, Government of Karnataka.

The 38th of PATA Travel Mart will

take place in Bangalore, India on

September, 6-8 2015 at

Bangalore International

Exhibition Center (BIEC).

The Host Destination “Bangalore”

Bangalore or officially known as Bengaluru, is the capital city of Karnataka in South Inia. Bangalore is a city of contrasts, going by several aliases: India’s Silicon Valley, Pub City, Shopper’s Paradise, Garden City, Air-Conditioned City and Gourmet’s Delight. The city not only plays host to several international IT companies, reputed educational and research institutions, public sector enterprises and defence organisations, but also lays claim to being the hub of India’s emerging biotech industry.

How to get to Bangalore?

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru or Bengaluru International Airport is located 40 kilometres, or 1-2 hours away from the city center. International flights can be operated to and from Bangalore city to cities such as Abu Dhabi, Bangkok, Colombo, Doha, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, London, Paris and Singapore.

Where to stay in Bangalore?

Bangalore offers a wide and varied range of accommodations including hotels and guesthouses, which are spread across the city catering for all delegates.

PATA Delegates are offered discounted industry room rates for 4-5 star official hotels. The discounted rates can be found at www.PATA.org/mart.

Bangalore Attractions

Bangalore has lots to offer domestic and international travelers, including rich cultural heritage, historic monuments, cultural centres, museums, exotic cuisine and friendly people.

Asia Pacific’s Premier Travel Trade Show

Why Attend PTM?PATA Travel Mart (PTM) is a PATA signature event and Asia Pacific’s premier travel trade show, featuring unparalleled networking and contracting opportunities to help your organisation access decision makers, meet new clients, expand your network and build or maintain existing relationships.

PTM attracts more than 1000 delegates from over 60 countries for the three day event, facilitating over 10,000 pre-matched appointments and bringing together qualified international buyers and sellers for face-to-face meetings, educational forums and networking functions.

With competitive registration fees and discounted airfare and accommodation rates, PTM is the most cost-effective and value-adding event to help you build business in the fastest growing tourism region in the world.

• PATA’s business matching software is customized to maximise the benefits of each delegate • Dynamic trade hall full of hundreds of sellers marketing their products or services • Exclusive access to qualified international buyers • Networking opportunities at social events • Build insightful knowledge at PTM forums • Gold Awards ceremony recognising outstanding achievements in the industry

In 2014 PTM attracted more buyers, sellers and trade visitors!

Where to stay in Bangalore?

Bangalore offers a wide and varied range of accommodations including hotels and guesthouses, which are spread across the city catering for all delegates.

PATA Delegates are offered discounted industry room rates for 4-5 star official hotels. The discounted rates can be found at www.PATA.org/mart.

Bangalore Attractions

Bangalore has lots to offer domestic and international travelers, including rich cultural heritage, historic monuments, cultural centres, museums, exotic cuisine and friendly people.

Tourist Attractions include: Bangalore Palace

Built in 1887 by Chamaraja Wodeyar, Bangalore Palace is inspired by England's Windsor Castle. The Bangalore Palace flaunts turreted parapets, battlements, fortified towers, and arches.

Vidhana Soudha

An imposing large building housing the State Legislature and the Secretariat of Karnataka, this is one of the best known landmarks of Bangalore

Tipu’s Palace

Built in 1791, Tipu Sultan’s summer retreat is a two-storied ornate wooden structure with fluted pillars, cusped arches and balconies. It now houses a museum that contains artefacts relating to the Hyder Ali-Tipu regime.

ISKCON Temple (International Society for Krishna Consciousness)

Built in an ornate architectural style, the Krishna Temple is a blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony.

New buyers

New sellers

New international trade visitors

Profile of PTM Sellers • Airlines / Cruises / Railways and Car Rental Companies • Hotels / Resorts • Inbound Tour Operators / Destination Management Companies / Travel Agents • Sightseeing / Attractions • Regional, State and National Tourism Boards • Tourism Trade Associations • Travel Technology Providers

Seller Testimonial:I am very impressed with the sophistication, dedication and motivation from PATA and its members were represented in Phnom Penh. We both consider ourselves fortunate to have been part of this unique and exceptionally well- organized trade show and conference.

- - Mike Nedelko - Marketing & CRM Manager, The Code Thailand

Buyer Testimonial:“PTM has provided an opportunity for us to have direct communications with travel agencies, hotels and airlines all around the world. We had a very successful Travel Mart.”

- - Zhou Lei - China International Travel Service Limited Head Office

Seller statistics from PTM 2014 Buyer statistics from PTM 2014

Profile of PTM Buyers • Outbound Tour Operators • Wholesalers and Specialty Travel Agents • Senior level buyers and decision makers, consultants, negotiator and influencer with high level responsibilities

PTM Buyers must provide purchase record in the Asia Pacific Region that shows continuous purchase of products or a strong intention to purchase, along with proven experience in the tourist or travel business.

Discover MicroEnterprise PavilionFirst launched in PTM2013, the MicroEnterprise Pavilion is designed for companies or family business with 5-10 employees, and US$25,000 or less in startup capital. The Pavilion offers seller organisations a cost effective method to showcase their products and services.

Seller organisations can enjoy global exposure in a highly visible location within the trade hall, which will provide unlimited opportunities to network with buyers and trade visitors and exchange ideas.

Offers are limited, book fast to secure your position.

Special rate of US$1200 is offered with below benefits: • 1m wide counter display with company name on fascia; • Discussion space with 1 table and 2 chairs behind the counter; • 1 seller delegate registration; • One day of Pre-Scheduled Appointments with PTM2015 Buyers (7 September only)

PTM Talks is a new initiative for PTM launched in 2014, which involves a small seminar area within the main trade hall for organisations to conduct 20-minute ‘power’ workshops for a small group of PTM delegates.

The workshop aims to educate organizations through seminars which will provide practical advice on various topics including social media, sustainable tourism and marketing skills. Delegates can also engage and interact with the speakers and a small group of delegates in an intimate session.

PTM Talks

Media BriefingMedia Briefings are held throughout the two day exhibition and are aimed to educate and inform the travel and tourism media on recent campaigns, new products or services and important announcements. Media Briefings are available to National Tourism Organisations, Partners, or organisations with exclusive and relevant stories.

Asia Pacific’s Premier Travel Trade Show

Seller and Buyer Registration Fees (US$ NET)

SYSTEM PANEL Shell Scheme BoothPer unit of 3m x 3m (9 sqm) - With one set of business appointments $2,000 $2,200 $2,400 - Without business appointments $1,450 $1,650 $1,850Raw SpaceThe first minimum unit of 3m x 6m (18 sqm) raw space - With two sets of business appointments $3,400 $3,800 $4,200 - Without business appointments $2,400 $2,800 $3,200Delegate Registration - First Delegate (compulsory) Waived $450 $500 - Second Delegate (optional) $450 $500 $550 - Third Delegate (optional) $490 $540 $590Administration fees - Late fee for registration received after June 30, 2015 $300 $325 $350 - Delegate Name Change received after August 15, 2015 $60 $70 $90 - Bank fee for cheque and wire remittance $35 $35 $35 - Credit card; VISA add 3%, others add 5% $___ $___ $___

Saturday, September 5, 2015 - Organiser hall move in raw space build-up - Raw space build-up - Buyer/Seller/Media delegate registrations

Sunday, September 6, 2015 - Raw space build-up and all booth decorations - Half day complimentary tour - Buyer/Seller/Media delegate registrations - PTM2015 Welcome Dinner Reception hosted by Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka

Monday, September 7, 2015 - PTM2015 business session 1 + Coffee Break - PTM2015 business session 2 + Coffee Break - All delegates social hour at PTM2015 Network Lounge (subject to confirmation of sponsorship) - Delegate dinner reception (subject to confirmation of sponsorship) - Late night function (subject to confirmation of sponsorship)

Primary Buyer participating under Package A, B, and C must agree to accept at least 30 appointments with PTM2015 Sellers • Package A registration $550 $650 $750 • Package B registration $350 $450 $550 • Package C registration $150 $250 $350Secondary Buyers must be from the same buyer organization and may share a full set of business appointments with the primary buyer - Package B registration $450 $550 $650 - Package C registration $180 $280 $380Spouse (Social Programme only) $100 $150 $200Per spouse/accompanying person: includes registration fee for social functions, complimentary airport transfers and participation in the hosted spouse/accompanying person’s programmes and activities. Administration fees - Late fee for registration received after June 30, 2015 $300 $325 $350 - Delegate Name Change received after August 15, 2015 $60 $70 $90 - Bank fee for cheque and wire remittance $35 $35 $35 - Credit card; VISA add 3%, others add 5% $___ $___ $___

OPTIONAL <3 hours <3-6 hours >6 hours = short haul = medium haul = long haulClimate Fee: your contribution will go towards the PATA Foundation $30 $90 $150

SELLERS PATA Member Chapter Member Non-Member

BUYERS PATA Member Chapter Member Non-Member

Tentative Programme as of November 2014 (Subject to change)

Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - Trade Visitor Registration - PTM2015 business session 3 + Coffee Break - PTM2015 business session 4 + Coffee Break - All delegates social hour at PTM2015 Network Lounge (subject to confirmation of sponsorship) - Delegate dinner reception (subject to confirmation of sponsorship)

Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - Departure / Post-Mart and Optional Tours The programme is subject to change, please visit www.PATA.org/mart for Online Registration or email PTM@PATA.org for programme updates.

Returning seller organisations enjoy a loyalty discount of up to 15% if booking before March 31, 2015. Book early for prime space and priority in the matching process. The space allocation is based on a first come, first served basis.

PATA PREMIER PARTNERS

PATA PREMIER MEDIA PARTNERS

PATA STRATEGIC PARTNER

PATA PREFERRED PARTNERS

PATA ALLIANCE PARTNER

GLOBAL TRAVEL ASSOCIATION COALITION (GTAC)

PATA GOLD AWARDS SPONSOR

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