Event Spotlight - Preparing for Phocuswright Europe Barcelona June 2025

Send us Fan Mail Mark your calendars—Phocuswright Europe is heading to Barcelona from June 10-12, 2025, bringing the premier travel technology conference to the iconic Palau de Congressos de Catalunya, just steps away from the luxurious Gran Meliá hotel. With a new venue and an executive-driven agenda tailored specifically for the European market, this event promises to redefine the conversation on the future of travel. Why is Phocuswright Europe a Must-Attend Event? At the core of Phocuswright Europe is an intentional focus on senior leadership and decision-makers. “Our speakers are all CEOs and presidents,” shares Pete Comeau, Managing Director of Phocuswright. “The attendees are typically director-level and above.” This unique concentration of C-suite executives creates a high-impact environment for organic partnerships, quick deal-making, and live discussions that shape tomorrow’s travel landscape. Key Highlights You Can’t Miss Dates & Venue: From June 10-12, 2025, connect with top travel leaders at the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya in vibrant Barcelona. Intimate Networking: With a select 600 attendees, this exclusive event offers unparalleled face time with C-level executives, compared to the larger 1,500-person U.S. event. Tailored Programming: Focused on European-specific challenges, including: Ground transportation innovations Sustainability-driven travel initiatives The evolving vacation rental market The rising demand for experiential travel from European consumers A-List Speakers: Hear from top executives at industry-leading companies such as Booking.com, TripAdvisor, Rail Europe, Accor, Airbnb, and Google. Global Startup Pitch Finals: For the first time, the Global Startup Pitch competition will hold its finals live at the event, spotlighting cutting-edge travel technology startups. Content Curated for Europe: Florence Kaci, Senior Director of Phocuswright Europe, brings over 14 years of experience curating content that addresses European-specific market needs, including real-world AI applications and case studies on travel distribution. Exclusive Offers & Perks for Travel Trends Listeners Listeners of Travel Trends receive an exclusive €100 discount with code TRAVELTRENDS25 when registering here. Better yet, using this code guarantees you a spot for a live interview on the Travel Trends podcast, recorded straight from the event stage. Phocuswright Europe 2025 is where the future of European travel takes shape, fueled by trailblazing ideas, high-level connections, and actionable insights. Don’t miss your chance to be part of pivotal conversations and game-changing innovations. The #1 B2B Travel Podcast Globally. Over 100 Episodes. Listeners in 125 countries. New Episodes Every Weds. https://www.traveltrendspodcast.com/