The travel industry has been continuously evolving in numbers as well as in other aspects including technologies, growth strategies and workflow. In this continuously evolving industry, staying connected becomes very important for survival. With this mission, the Travel Agents Association of Bengal organises the event Connect Bengal to provide a platform for the travel businesses where they can connect with each other and stay updated with the ecosystem.
This year also the association is ready with the event, scheduled on 9 July 2025 in Kolkata. It is a one-day mega event for B2B travel businesses who want to stay connected with the industry, new innovations, and develop connections.
What is Connect Bengal?
It is a travel event organised by TAAB, and after 3 successful years it is currently in its fourth edition. This event is organised with a mission to provide a platform for tour operators, travel agents, DMCs, hoteliers and more to come together and uncover new strategies for growing their business.
More than an event from a bigger perspective, it is an opportunity to connect and learn. This year, it is expected to have 100+ sellers and 600+ buyers.
Connect bengal is aimed at promoting ethical and equal growth in the industry. It is concentrated towards the empowerment of community-based tourism and tour operators. Connect Bengal is also positioned to be one of the most influential marketplaces in Bengal tourism.
What does it have for the visitors and attendees?
If you are attending Connect Bengal in 2025, here is what you can expect from it:
- You will have the opportunity to connect in-person with hundreds of buyers and sellers under one roof. It is a great opportunity to explore business collaborations.
- You will be able to connect with important tourism faculty, institutes, and ministries directly.
- Travel tech companies will be exhibiting at the event. Therefore, you will have the opportunity to explore new technologies. Other competitors are utilising.
- There are different dedicated zones to explore diverse offerings from transporters, DMC’s technology, hotels, start-ups, etc.
Overall, it is not just a showcase; it is a place that will help you build live interaction and network in the industry. You will be able to identify the opportunities that can help you scale your business in the future.
Why does a travel business attend this event?
As a travel business in Eastern India, you should definitely attend this event as there is a rich mix of strategy, people and solutions in this event. From Travel- Tech companies to verified buyers and private players. All will be present in one place under one roof.
For Tour operators, DMCs and agents: It is a rare chance for building partnerships, staying updated with the current innovations of the industry and exploring new markets.
Heading to Connect Bengal 4 with:
- Slow response process to the query results in loss
- Manual itinerary creation takes around 2-3 hours to complete
- No centralized system to track bookings and payments
- Internal miscommunication is degrading the quality of your service
- Unable to manage supplier status and operations
- Losing Clients to OTAs and competitors
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- 60 Sec Itinerary Builder
- Centralized Booking & Payment Dashboard
- Smart Tour Calendar
- Role-Based Access
- Supplier Management Support
- Smart Quoting & Templates
Sembark’s Presence: Best Travel Management Software
This year Sembark is exhibiting in Connect Bengal as Platinum Partner to help the B2B businesses in transforming their operational efficiency. Bringing a modern solution trusted in more than 20+ countries by 810+ DMCs. It is a solution that has been transforming travel businesses and increasing their capability to scale.
We are passionate about transforming the travel business with the latest technology. So if you are also serious about increasing your profit, sales and want to know more insights of travel tech– We would love to show you how things work when they are automated.
Experience the power of automation with a live demo at Connect Bengal 4.
Right After Connect Bengal — We’re Heading to TTF Kolkata!
The momentum doesn’t stop at Connect Bengal 2025! From 10th to 12th July, the Sembark team will be at TTF Kolkata, continuing conversations and building new connections.
If you missed us at Connect Bengal or want to dive deeper into how Sembark can transform your travel business, this is your chance.
