Ghana will host the Inter Tourism Expo 2025 in Accra from October 23 to 25 at The Palms Convention Centre, located within La Palm Royal Beach Hotel under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts in partnership with the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC).
The expo is themed “Cultures Connecting: Fostering Tourism Exchange and Understanding” and aims to convene tourism boards, travel operators, hospitality brands, cultural institutions and policy makers in a structured B2B environment designed to promote investment, collaboration and cultural exchange.
The announcement emanates from Accra on August 25, 2025. Organizers articulate the event as a platform for both economic and cultural diplomacy, with the GTDC coordinating programming, logistics and stakeholder engagement. Registration is open for exhibitors and delegates via intertourismexpo.com, supported by a secretariat reachable at [email protected] and +233 505 525 535.
Key Facts
| Event | Inter Tourism Expo 2025 |
| Dates | October 23–25, 2025 |
| Venue | The Palms Convention Centre, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra |
| Theme | “Cultures Connecting: Fostering Tourism Exchange and Understanding” |
| Organizers | Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts; Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) |
| Scope | Tourism marketplace and cultural-exchange platform |
| Registration | Open for exhibitors and delegates at intertourismexpo.com |
| Media Contact | Inter Tourism Expo Secretariat — [email protected], +233 505 525 535 |
Program Overview
- Global participation: Tourism boards, travel operators, hospitality providers, travel-tech firms and cultural institutions from more than 30 countries will exhibit across multiple segments, including culture, business and innovation.
- Cultural showcases: Live performances, culinary presentations, fashion exhibits and traditional arts programming will emphasize cultural heritage and tourism product potential.
- Business forums: Structured B2B matchmaking, investment roundtables and policy dialogues aim to catalyze partnerships and transactions.
- High-Level Diaspora Forum: A dedicated session to foster diaspora-driven business linkages, investment and cultural exchange.
- Familiarization (fam) trips and nightlife: Delegates will experience Ghana’s tourist attractions firsthand, from heritage sites and beaches to urban cultural scenes.
- Youth & Innovation Pavilion: Startups and young creatives will showcase travel tech, digital solutions and new business models in a curated space.
“Ghana is not just ready—we are excited to welcome the world. iNTTA 2025 is a testament to our commitment to cultural diplomacy and tourism-led economic growth,” said Prof. Kobby Mensah, Chief Executive Officer, Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC).
“iNTTA 2025 is more than an event—it’s a movement. We are inviting the world to experience Ghana’s story, and to build bridges that connect cultures and economies,” he added.
According to organizers, the expo is designed to combine destination storytelling with deal facilitation, using cultural programming to inspire itineraries and business forums to convert contacts into contracts. Exhibitors can present heritage circuits, coastal leisure packages, MICE infrastructure and tech-enabled services, while networking sessions aim to elevate conversion from initial interest to signed agreements.
Strategic Implications
The expo appeals to destinations seeking cultural positioning and to brands aiming for market expansion. The integrated formula—exhibition, cultural activation, business matchmaking and innovation showcase—seeks both immediate partnerships and sustained industry pipelines.
As the tourism sector competes to attract long-haul and intra-African travelers, iNTTA 2025 offers a platform to differentiate through culture, mobilize diaspora capital and reinforce regional collaboration. Its structure is intended to convert Ghana’s cultural capital into measurable tourism growth.
Operational Preparedness
Organizers emphasize that logistics and programming are aligned with international expectations. GTDC has coordinated public and private stakeholders to ensure accessibility and on-site convenience, as the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel provides integrated exhibition, meeting and hospitality spaces. Registration remains open to industry stakeholders, investors, creatives and policy makers.
“As Ghana prepares to roll out the welcome mat, the message is clear: the future of tourism is collaborative, cultural, and connected—and it begins in Accra this October,” said Emmanuel Treku, Chief Executive Officer and Convener, Inter Tourism Expo Accra.
