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IAGTO 2024: Upcoming European Convention (IEC) & A Look Back at Asia Pacific Awards Winners✨

  • clairebambino
  • May 8, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Nov 11, 2024

☀️ The prestigious IAGTO European Convention (IEC) is happening in Malaga (Costa del Sol), Spain, from May 13th to 15th, 2024! The chance to connect with the biggest names in European golf tourism.


⛳️ What is IAGTO?

  • IAGTO stands for 'International Association of Golf Tour Operators'.

  • Established in 1997, IAGTO is the global trade organisation of the golf tourism industry, and has 2340 members in over 95 countries including more than 660 golf tour operator members in 68 countries, which are responsible for more than 90% of golf vacation packages sold worldwide and which collectively have annual sales of over USD 2.5 billion.


Join the Industry's Top Event:

  • Are you an IAGTO member? Simply log in to register for IEC 2024.

  • Not a member yet? Apply to attend IEC through the Registration Page. This application also includes your membership request for IAGTO.

  • Have a look at the Program.

Why Attend IEC?

  • Cost-effective and productive: IEC is the premier golf tourism trade event in Europe, attracting over 750 delegates in 2024.

  • Network with key players: Meet with IAGTO member suppliers, golf destinations, and service providers from Europe, Africa, and the Gulf States.

  • Connect with high-caliber buyers: Interact with buyer delegates who are established sellers of European golf destinations and represent the top producers in their markets.

What to Expect:

  • Pre-scheduled meetings: Enjoy 2 days of pre-arranged 20-minute meetings tailored to your needs.

  • Convenient location: The event takes place at the FYCMA Exhibition Centre, easily accessible from Malaga City and Torremolinos.

  • Networking beyond meetings: Participate in the IEC Golf Tournament, Welcome Cocktail Receptions (13 May), the IEC Celebration Dinner (14 May), and the Dine-Around in Malaga City, culminating in the Farewell Carlton Bar party (15 May).

🌏 🏆 The prestigious IAGTO Awards ✨

  • In 2024, for the first time, the annual IAGTO Awards have been divided into 3 global regions: Asia, Europe and America.

  • The European and American Awards will be announced in May and June 2024 respectively, prior to IAGTO’s European (13-15 May, Malaga) and American conventions (17-19 June, Northern Michigan).


  • On March 22, 2024, during the 10th edition of the annual Asia Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC), in Abu Dhabi, the Asia Pacific Awards were announced . Here are the awards winners 👏🏽 :

    • 🇹🇭 Bangkok - Southeast Asia Golf Destination of the Year Award

    • 🇯🇵 Miyazaki (southern part of Japan)- East Asia Golf Destination of the Year Award

    • 🇲🇺 Mauritius - Tropical Island Golf Destination of the Year Award

    • 🇦🇺 13th Beach Golf Links - Golf Course of the Year Award for Australia

    • 🇰🇭 Vattanac Golf Resort - Golf Course of the Year Award for Cambodia

    • 🇨🇳 Mission Hills Haikou - Golf Resort of the Year Award for China

    • 🇮🇩 Gunung Geulis Golf Resort - Golf Resort of the Year Award for Indonesia

    • 🇲🇾 Kota Permai Golf & Country Club - Golf Course of the Year Award for Malaysia

    • 🇹🇭 Nikanti Golf Club - Golf Course of the Year Award for Thailand

    • 🇻🇳 Ba Na Hills Golf Club - Golf Course of the Year Award for Vietnam

    • 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi - Outstanding Contribution to Golf Tourism



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