The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) has reinforced its commitment to Asia Pacific in 2026, positioning the region as a strategic driver of growth for luxury travel.
With an expansive calendar of events, LHW delivers meaningful opportunities for its member hotels to connect with top travel advisors, trade partners, and high-value clients throughout the year.
The year begins with strong momentum in February, as LHW welcomes its Italian member hotels to Australia with the annual 2026 Australia Leading Italian Roadshow. This exclusive, week-long program offers a curated series of appointments and events, providing 20 Italian hotels with direct access to Australia’s leading luxury travel advisors.
In February, focus shifts to Japan with the 2026 Japan Leading Showcase, designed to educate and strengthen relationships with travel agents, corporate managers, and MICE specialists. This is complemented by the prestigious Japan Leaders Club Gala Event, where 150 of Japan’s top Leaders Club members gather for an exclusive evening of engagement with member hotels.
The regional focus continues in Korea with the 2026 Korea Leading Exchange in Seoul, an intimate evening event bringing together 40 of the country’s most influential travel advisors and agency owners, fostering high-level connections within this market.
In March, LHW continues to strengthen its footprint in India with the 2026 India Leading Roadshow, a week-long activation across Mumbai and Delhi. This program enables member hotels to connect directly with India’s top luxury travel partners through curated sales calls and exclusive networking events, reinforcing LHW’s growing presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing luxury travel markets.
Momentum builds further in May with the 2026 Australia Leading Roadshow, a dynamic week of meetings and events across Sydney and Melbourne, bringing LHW’s global portfolio to the forefront of Australia’s most influential advisors.
Mid-year, LHW is once again participating in ILTM Asia Pacific, held in Singapore from 29 June to 2 July, with 40 hotels being showcased on LHW’s prominent stand.
Following four highly successful editions, 2026 Leading Experience China is a key initiative designed to connect member hotels with Greater China’s luxury travel partners and will be held from 30 August to 2 September in Sardinia, Italy.
In October, the 2026 Southeast Asia Leading Exchange takes place across Singapore and Bangkok. This luxury & MICE-focused roadshow offers targeted appointments and events with top-producing partners in the region.
The year concludes with the highly esteemed 2026 Leading Experience India an immersive showcase that brings 20-30 of India’s top luxury travel partners to Europe for curated one-to-one meetings, exclusive cultural experiences, and high-impact networking with LHW member hotels.
Through this calendar of events, The Leading Hotels of the World is set to make 2026 a landmark year for engagement, collaboration, and continued growth across the Asia Pacific region.
