India’s booming domestic market, Southeast Asia’s rise as a premium destination hub, and the growing influence of outbound travelers from China and India are reshaping global tourism.
These changes aren’t isolated.
They’re interconnected, creating ripple effects that are redefining how destinations, brands, and businesses operate.
Understanding these shifts, and how they impact both inbound and outbound markets, is essential for anyone who wants to stay ahead in the global travel economy.
Skift India Forum in Delhi sparked a vital conversation about India’s transformative growth.
Now, Skift Asia Forum in Bangkok broadens the conversation to examine how Asian markets influence and learn from each other.
This is where travel leaders come together to decode the future of travel in the region and beyond.
Skift India Forum was about understanding how India’s rapid rise is redefining the future of travel and what that means for the industry at large.
Leaders from hospitality, aviation, and technology tackled pressing questions like:
There was also a sharp focus on inbound tourism challenges, with deep conversations about how India can better position itself to attract global travelers and compete in an increasingly crowded marketplace.
These conversations highlighted one clear truth: India’s story is bigger than just one market.
Its growth is influencing how other Asian markets adapt, innovate, and respond.
While India drives global tourism trends, Southeast Asia is emerging as a magnet for high-value inbound travelers.
Destinations like Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia are redefining luxury and experiential travel, appealing to discerning global audiences.
Simultaneously, outbound travelers from China, India, and other Asian markets are reshaping the global tourism landscape, demanding richer, more immersive, and culturally connected experiences.
This shift is global. Understanding these dual dynamics is key for any business looking to thrive in the future of travel.
Skift Asia Forum in Bangkok is where these narratives converge.
It’s where leaders from across the travel ecosystem go beyond surface-level insights, exploring how inbound and outbound forces are shaping Asia’s travel future, and what that means for your business.
What sets Skift Asia Forum apart is its ability to connect the dots between markets, trends, and opportunities.
You’ll hear from voices who are shaping the future of travel.
CEOs, founders, and industry pioneers who are testing new models, adapting to changing traveler expectations, and redefining success in an evolving landscape.
Get ready to hear from:
Their insights won’t just inform you. They’ll equip you with strategies to navigate the complexities of Asian markets while capturing both inbound and outbound growth.
Skift India Forum 2025 sparked a conversation that resonated across the industry.
Skift Asia Forum in Bangkok is where that conversation expands and deepens. It provides a 360-degree view of how Asia’s travel economies learn from one another and influence global travel strategies.
Asia’s travel economy is evolving at lightning speed. Consumer behaviors are shifting, competition is intensifying, and cross-border strategies are becoming critical.
Asia’s story is unfolding now.
The only question is: are you ready to be part of it?