My first visit
Visiting TFWA World Exhibition for the first time can be a daunting experience, but if you are well prepared and aware of all the opportunities on offer, it should be a very successful week. Below are some top tips for new visitors.
Book your visit as early as possible
Pre-registration for TFWA World Exhibition offers several advantages, including savings of up to €935 per delegate and access to TFWA’s pre-show marketing tools, including the online guide, with a detailed list and contact information of all exhibitors, allowing you to target the companies you wish to meet well in advance of the show.
Make your travel arrangements early
Flights to Cannes and hotels sell out very early for TFWA World Exhibition. To take advantage of the best deals and to make sure you can stay somewhere convenient, book well in advance of the show.
Plan meetings well in advance
You are far more likely to have a successful show if you have a full schedule of meetings prepared in advance rather than relying on ad hoc appointments throughout the week. TFWA distributes a list of exhibitors to visitors one month before TFWA World Exhibition, allowing them to make contact early.
Familiarise yourself with available services
TFWA offers a range of on-site services to make TFWA World Exhibition less stressful for visitors, including a dedicated TFWA Lounge for full delegate buyers, featuring full concierge service, complimentary snacks and drinks and internet access. For other visitors a business centre helps cater for most last-minute business needs as well as travel and restaurant bookings. Knowing what services are available could save you valuable time during a busy week.
Take advantage of networking opportunities
As well as preparing to take advantage of the impressive business potential of TFWA World Exhibition, take time to look at the schedule of leisure activities and social events. Sometimes the best contacts are made away from exhibition floor.
Learn more about the duty free and travel retail industry
Attending the opening conference will give you insights into the macro-economic factors affecting the global travel-retail market. And dedicated workshops throughout the week will keep you up to speed with key regions, channels and issues affecting the trade.
