Whether you’re a seasoned crypto enthusiast, an avid globetrotter, or simply curious about the innovation that lies ahead, this article explores the top upcoming events that will shape the way we navigate the world of blockchain and travel.
From blockchain summits featuring renowned industry speakers to travel expos that are pushing the boundaries of exploration, we’ve handpicked several events in each category to plan your next trip around. Keep an eye out for our partner events below for special offers!
Upcoming Crypto Events
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Binance Blockchain Week 2025
📅 5-6 December 2025
📍 Dubai, UAE
Binance Blockchain Week 2025 is set to return to Dubai’s prestigious Coca-Cola Arena in December, gathering thousands of community members, industry leaders, developers, and investors for a two-day event dedicated to driving global innovation in the crypto space.
The conference will feature an impressive lineup of prominent speakers, including Michael Saylor (Strategy Chairman), Brad Garlinghouse (CEO of Ripple Labs), Raoul Pal (Co-Founder of Real Vision), Lily Liu (President of the Solana Foundation), alongside Binance’s own thought leaders like Co-Founder Yi He and CEO Richard Teng.
Attendees can expect a dynamic agenda across both the Main Stage and Innovation Stage, covering key panels, presentations, and workshops focused on the momentum of the crypto industry, with expected topics centered on the future of Web3, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), NFTs, the changing regulatory landscape, and accelerating the institutional adoption of blockchain technology.
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Global AI Show
📅 8-9 December 2025
📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Global AI Show 2025, taking place on December 8-9 at the Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi, is slated to be a premier AI event gathering over 5,000+ AI Futurists and professionals, including a high percentage of C-Level executives and founders.
The conference will host over 200+ speakers and 150+ exhibitors, with key figures announced, including H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti (Head of Cyber Security, UAE Government), Dr. Ott Velsberg (Chief Data Officer, Estonian Government), and Andy Tang (Partner, Draper Associates).
The two-day agenda features keynotes, panel discussions, and workshops on cutting-edge advancements, with expected topics covering high-level strategies such as AI Governance and policy, Responsible AI, the role of AI in Digitalization Humanist perspectives, and specific applications like AI-Powered Incident Response and the future of LLMs (Large Language Models), all aimed at discussing how the UAE’s AI revolution can drive global impact.
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Abu Dhabi Finance Week
📅 8-11 December 2025
📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025, scheduled for December 8–11 on Al Maryah Island, is set to be MENA’s largest investment summit, operating under the theme “Engineering the Capital Network.” Following its 2024 success, which drew over 20,000 participants and featured more than 600 speakers across 350+ sessions, the 2025 edition is expected to attract similar numbers of global financial leaders.
The four-day program will host over 60 forward-thinking events, including flagship forums like the Abu Dhabi Economic Forum, Asset Abu Dhabi, Fintech Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF), and RESOLVE (the international dispute resolution forum).
Key speakers announced for the 2025 event include Ray Dalio (Founder, Bridgewater Associates), Oliver Bäte (CEO, Allianz SE), Dilhan Pillay Sandrasegara (CEO, Temasek), and Harvey Schwartz (CEO, Carlyle), among others, who will lead discussions to redefine and shape the future of global markets, investment strategies, sustainable finance, and the latest in financial technology.
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Global Blockchain Show
📅 10-11 December 2025
📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Global Blockchain Show 2025, taking place at the Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi on December 10-11, is billed as the event to meet the “Top 1% In Web3,” anticipating a community of 10,000 global attendees and featuring over 200 speakers from top-tier companies.
The two-day festival will host a variety of panels and presentations across Web3, including key speakers such as Yat Siu (Co-Founder, Animoca Brands), Sergej Kunz (Co-Founder, 1inch), H.E. Justin Sun (Founder, TRON), and executives from platforms like Binance, Trust Wallet, and Kucoin.
While a full agenda is available, the event is focused on uniting Web3 Founders, government representatives, and investors for high-level discussions, networking, a major exhibition with over 100 exhibitors, and side events, including a dedicated Global Games Show.
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Solana Breakpoint 2025
📅 11-13 December 2025
📍 Abu Dhabi, UAE
Solana Breakpoint 2025, scheduled for December 11-13 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, is an event that brings together founders, developers, and creators from around the world to discuss the latest in Web3 innovation, tools, and trends. The conference focuses on two major themes: Revenue and Returns, emphasizing real-world results over vanity metrics.
The event avoids traditional panels and instead features product keynotes, team vs. team debates, react-style interviews, and fireside chats. While the full attendee count is not explicitly stated for 2025, previous events have drawn over 6,000 attendees from 100+ countries, making it a significant gathering for the Solana ecosystem.
Key speakers expected include Solana Co-Founder/CEO Anatoly Yakovenko, Co-Founder/COO Raj Gokal, Solana Foundation President Lily Liu, and other major industry figures like Yat Siu (Animoca Brands) and Ben Zhou (Bybit). The conference is intentionally timed to coincide with Abu Dhabi Finance Week and other major events, amplifying its position in the global finance and tech landscape.
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Upcoming Travel Events
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PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2025
📅 1-3 December 2025
📍 Chiang Rai, Thailand
The PATA Destination Marketing Forum (PDMF) 2025, taking place in Chiang Rai, Thailand, from December 1-3, is a three-day event centered on the theme “Steeped in Tradition, Rooted in Wellness: Weaving the Meaningful Narrative of Travel.”
The forum features a one-day conference and a one-day destination experience. The speaker lineup includes prominent figures such as Noor Ahmad Hamid (CEO, PATA), Dr. Supawan Teerarat (President, TCEB), Julinus Jeffery Jimit (CEO, Sabah Tourism Board), and academic leaders, artists, and regional tourism directors.
The core conference topics will explore transformative strategies shaping the future of tourism in the Asia Pacific and beyond, focusing on themes like Wellness (taking a holistic approach to travel), Hyper-local Experiences, leveraging the Creative Economy and Creative Cities, the role of Technology with a Soul, and the Reinvention of Place for destinations.
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ILTM Cannes
📅 1-4 December 2025
📍 Cannes, France
ILTM Cannes 2025, the flagship event of the International Luxury Travel Market collection, will take place from December 1-4 at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France, serving as the essential end-of-year show for the global luxury travel industry.
The event is celebrated for facilitating over 85,000 high-quality pre-scheduled meetings each year, connecting the most influential names, top-tier travel brands (such as Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Accor Luxury & Lifestyle, and Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi), and hand-selected buyers responsible for curating trips for the world’s High-Net-Worth (HNW) travelers.
The four-day program is highly curated and includes high-quality appointments, educational sessions, and networking events, with a focus on building long-term partnerships, driving business, and setting the tone for where luxury travel is headed next through high-impact conversations.
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