The future of travel is shifting, and all eyes turn to Abu Dhabi this October.
Skift Global Forum East 2025, taking place October 29-30, is a gathering of industry leaders where the most important conversations in travel will happen and where strategies for the next decade will take shape.
Global travel influence is moving toward Asia and the Gulf. These regions are setting the rhythm for growth, innovation, and investment. From mega-airports to fresh approaches to hospitality, the East is becoming the driving force in global travel, and Skift Global Forum East is where this momentum will be explored in depth.
The agenda zeroes in on the industry’s most pressing issues:
Every session offers practical insight that decision-makers can take back to their businesses.
For the first time at Skift Global Forum East, small, off-the-record roundtables give you direct access to industry leaders.
Travel in 2025 goes far beyond getting from one place to another. It is about stories, immersive design, and experiences that build loyalty. At Skift Global Forum East, creators, destination leaders, and innovators will share how they are turning these ideas into reality.
Top names from across hospitality, aviation, technology, and policy will share their vision, including:
These leaders are shaping the strategies that will define the future of travel.
Travel is entering a new era, and the ideas unveiled at Skift Global Forum East 2025 will influence how the industry evolves for years to come. This is where vision meets strategy, and where the future of travel is written.