Sep 09: Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach will host the 41st Indian Association of Tour Operators Annual Convention from 10–13 September 2026, bringing one of India’s most prominent tourism industry gatherings to Visakhapatnam.
Supported by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the annual convention is among India’s key tourism industry forums, bringing together tour operators, hospitality leaders, policymakers, tourism boards, and stakeholders from across the country.
As the official venue, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach will host the convention’s key events, including delegate registrations, the inaugural ceremony, business sessions, networking events, the Indian Tourism Fair Travel Mart on 11 and 12 September, and evening cultural programmes. The inaugural session is expected to be attended by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, the Union Minister of Tourism, senior officials from the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, and representatives from nearly 18 State Tourism Departments.
Located on Visakhapatnam’s iconic Beach Road overlooking the Bay of Bengal, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach is one of the city’s leading MICE destinations, offering expansive event spaces and contemporary hospitality for large-scale national and international events.
Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, said,
“We are delighted to host the 41st IATO Annual Convention at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach. It is a proud opportunity to welcome India’s travel and tourism fraternity and showcase Visakhapatnam’s growing potential as a leading destination for leisure and MICE tourism. We look forward to delivering an exceptional experience that reflects the warmth and hospitality of the city.”
The convention will feature discussions on the future of Indian tourism, sustainable travel, destination development, and industry collaboration, alongside signature experiences including the IATO Run for Responsible Tourism, tourism awards, cultural evenings, and post-convention tours across Andhra Pradesh.
By hosting the 41st IATO Annual Convention, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach further strengthens its position as a preferred venue for marquee industry events while reinforcing Visakhapatnam’s growing prominence on India’s tourism and MICE map.
