Pasay city: The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA), one of the country's largest travel organizations, is set to host its annual Travel Tour Expo (TTE) at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City from February 6 to 8, 2026. The expo aims to attract travel enthusiasts and industry professionals from across the globe.

According to Philippines News Agency, the 2026 Travel Tour Expo is anticipated to feature over 800 booths, with exhibitors offering exclusive travel deals and competitive rates for destinations across six continents. The event is designed to highlight the significant role of travel in the economy and the Filipino enthusiasm for exploration. PTAA President Jaison Yang emphasized the event's mission of making dream destinations more accessible and affordable for attendees.

The expo will showcase a diverse range of exhibitors, including airlines, travel agencies, tour operators, hotels, resorts, cruise liners, insurance companies, travel essentials vendors, and embassies. The PTAA projects that foot traffic will exceed 100,000 visitors, as the event will occupy two floors of the convention center.

Entrance tickets will be available on-site, priced at PHP100 for general admission and PHP80 for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs). Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) cardholders will benefit from free entry and early access to the event.

In conjunction with the TTE, the PTAA will also host the International Travel Trade Expo (iTTE), targeting local and international industry stakeholders. The TTE, which occurs biannually, serves as a business-to-business platform that facilitates market expansion for both buyers and sellers in the travel industry.