TTF Chennai 2024 kicks off with an unprecedented response
The 3-day TTF Chennai opened today at the Chennai Trade Centre

Chennai: March 15th, 2024: The stage was set for TTF, India’s oldest and biggest travel trade show
network, as it made a vibrant return to the state of Tamil Nadu. TTF Chennai commenced today at the
Chennai Trade Centre, hosting a grand tourism showcase, uniting a diverse range of travel and hospitality
brands from India and across the world.
The 3-day show, scheduled from March 15th to 17th promises to be bigger and better than before. With
over 160 exhibitors from 3 countries and 16 Indian states showcasing their products, attendees can
expect a wealth of travel trade opportunities and experiences to explore; from domestic destinations to
international brands, there’s something for everyone.

TTF Chennai 2024 kicks off with an unprecedented response The 3-day TTF Chennai opened today at the Chennai Trade Centre
TTF Chennai 2024 kicks off with an unprecedented response The 3-day TTF Chennai opened today at the Chennai Trade Centre


In the Indian Tourism Statistics Report of 2023, Tamil Nadu emerged as the second most visited
destination by domestic tourists, welcoming over 218.58 million domestic visitors. This achievement
further underscores the remarkable growth of the Indian tourism industry, marked by unprecedented
enthusiasm, surpassing all previous figures. Recent reports highlight a significant surge in domestic and
outbound travel from India, with Tamil Nadu emerging as a preferred destination.
As part of the renowned TTF series, TTF Chennai is dedicated to providing an effective marketing
platform to promote tourism to and from South India. It serves as a pivotal opportunity for the travel trade

TTF Chennai 2024 kicks off with an unprecedented response The 3-day TTF Chennai opened today at the Chennai Trade Centre
TTF Chennai 2024 kicks off with an unprecedented response The 3-day TTF Chennai opened today at the Chennai Trade Centre


community from Chennai and Tamil Nadu to connect, network, and conduct business with exhibitors from
across the country and beyond.
Chennai, one of the four metropolitan cities in India and a significant hub for domestic and outbound travel
from South India, is the perfect host for the event, which has emerged as the largest regional travel trade
show in Southern India!
The timing of TTF Chennai couldn’t be more perfect, aligning strategically before the peak summer
vacation travel season.
Tamil Nadu, the Host State of TTF Chennai, continues to extend its steadfast support to the event. The
state’s active participation underscores its commitment to showcasing its rich tourism offerings.
Several other State Tourism Boards including Bihar, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Kerala, Maharashtra,
Karnataka, Delhi, Gujarat, Jharkhand, and Telangana are also presenting their diverse attractions with
large pavilions, accompanied by a significant representation of private hoteliers and tour operators. TTF
Chennai witnesses enthusiastic participation from private sector entities across India and abroad.
Countries represented at the show include Nepal and Thailand. The Ministry of Tourism, Government
of India, maintains a prominent presence at the event, highlighting and showcasing its ongoing initiatives.
The show also has participation from reputed outbound and domestic operators like SOTC Travel Ltd.,
Riya Travels, The Nest Luxury Resorts, Fly24Hrs Holiday, Ramoji Film City, and many more.
Sanjiv Agarwal, Chairman & CEO, of Fairfest Media Ltd., the organizers of TTF, expressed delight at
witnessing the overwhelming participation from both domestic and international players. He said, “With
active support and larger participation from our partners, each year, TTF solidifies its presence as the
ultimate networking platform for the travel trade. Exhibitors are the backbone of our event, and we take
pride in showcasing travel brands and destinations that exclusively choose TTF as a means to connect
with the Tamil Nadu market. TTF Chennai is fast becoming the biggest show in the series in the South
Indian circuit as a result of the response we have been receiving year after year.”
The 3-day event features dedicated B2B sessions in the initial 1.5 days (trade only) and is open to all for
the following 1.5 days (B2B and B2C). For general visitors and travel enthusiasts, TTF Chennai offers an
unparalleled platform to explore numerous destinations, discover travel options, and avail of exciting deals
and packages for the upcoming summer holidays.

TTF Chennai 2024 kicks off with an unprecedented response The 3-day TTF Chennai opened today at the Chennai Trade Centre
Mr. Manivanan Secretary IATTE- Indian Association Travel & trade
Mr. C.K. Raja Secretary      TAFI (Travel Agents Federation of India)
Mr. Kalaimamani V.K.T. Balan Chairman (TamilNadu) ADTOI (Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India)
Mr. P. Ashok Kumar Chairman (TamilNadu) ABTO (Association of Buddhist Tour Operators)
Dr. P. Murugesan President TamilNadu Travel Mart Society(TTMS)
Mrs. Devaki Thiyagarajan, Chairperson (TAAI Southern Region)
Mr. Vinay Kumar Rai, Director Tourism, Government of Bihar
Mr. Nand Kishor, Managing Director BSTDC, Government of Bihar
Mr. G. Ibrahim, MD & CMO, Fairfest Media Ltd – Organizers of TTF

Mr. Sanjeev Chugh, Chief Manager Delhi Tourism  

If you are in the travel business or are a travel enthusiast, you cannot miss TTF Chennai 2024!
About TTF:
The TTF series is India’s oldest and largest travel trade show network, which aims to provide effective
marketing platforms to promote tourism in the major travel markets across India. In addition to Chennai,
TTF events are organised in major cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Delhi,
Hyderabad, and Patna, facilitating widespread engagement and collaboration within the travel and tourism
sector of India. For more information about TTF Chennai 2024 and to register for next year’s event, please
visit our website at www.ttfotm.com.
About Fairfest Media:
With clients from over 100 countries, Fairfest is a leading media company providing world-class platforms
for doing business in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world – India. Established in 1989, Fairfest
organises the industry-leading TTF and OTM international travel fairs for the rapidly expanding tourism
industry, as well as Municipalika, a leading event on municipal management and sustainability. Fairfest
also runs DailyBrief, one of India’s highest-rated news apps, and publishes Travel News Digest (TND),
collating the world’s relevant news for the travel trade fraternity. (https://fairfest.in/)
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