The TDM Global Summit 2026 opens right now in Bangkok with a strong call for the travel industry to move beyond traditional tourism models and embrace reinvention.

Welcoming delegates from across the global travel ecosystem to the Summit, Gary Marshall, CEO Travel Daily Media (TDM) said: We are at a definitive turning point in global travel. We have moved beyond "Point A to Point B" logistics; today, we facilitate the human experience through Reinvention. Our mission rests on four strategic pillars:  Vitality, Connectivity, Technology and The Retention Revolution.

The summit is being held at the Amari Bangkok, supported by sponsors including DIDA, Yandex Ads, Hotelverse, and Hubby e-SIM, with PR Newswire and Alpha-Ground as media partners. A lineup of speakers throughout the day is reinforcing the importance of the event.

Key topics being discussed include destination brand strategy and the link between aviation and economic prosperity. The conference also emphasizes networking and collaboration, featuring curated prizes and an evening reception.