83. Skal International World Congress 2024 İzmir
"Tourism through Friendship"
Skal International, the oldest and largest network uniting tourism professionals globally, hosted its 83rd World Congress in Izmir.
The Victorious Candidacy Process
Hosting this congress was the result of over two years of intensive diplomatic efforts by Skal Izmir.
Competing Cities
Fierce rivals including Bucharest (Romania), St. Petersburg (Russia), and Kolkata (India).
Voting Outcome
At the final vote on World Tourism Day, Izmir won 159 out of 256 votes, bringing the congress to Turkey after 17 years and to Izmir for the first time.
Congress Parameters & Demographics
Program
Öne Çıkan Etkinlikler
Get-Together Party
The first day focused on arrivals, registration, and networking.
Opening Ceramony
Opening protocol and official ceremonies at AASSM.
Urla Tour with Lunch
Following the protocol at AASSM, a gastronomy tour of Urla took place.
Annual General Assembly
The AGA (Annual General Assembly) during the day, followed by city-wide Dine-Around.
B2B Travel Forum
Sectoral digital transformation and sustainable marketing workshops.
Global Market Place Cocktail
B2B meetings and a global networking cocktail at Swissotel.
Çeşme & Alaçatı Tours
Morning tours exploring Cesme and Alacati landscapes.
President's Gala Dinner
The farewell ball cementing lifelong friendships and handing over the flag.
Strategic Impact & Triumphs
Izmir's Signature in MICE
Proving its global connectivity with direct flights from 35 countries and 68 destinations.
Ace of M.I.C.E. Award
Skal Izmir achieved the most prestigious MICE award for flawlessly executing this massive event.
Economic Repercussions
Projected 20% to 30% increase in high-tier tourism flow to the Aegean region.