Irish Travel Agents Association Announces Costa Daurada as Host Destination for ITAA Annual Conference 2026
The Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) has announced that its Annual Conference 2026 will take place in Catalonia, on Spain’s stunning Costa Daurada, from 1st to 4th October 2026, bringing together travel professionals from across Ireland for four days of networking and industry insights.
The conference is being hosted in partnership with the Catalan Tourist Board, Costa Daurada tourism partners and the Spanish Tourist Office in Dublin and will be based at the Blaumar Hotel in Salou. Delegates will have the opportunity to experience the rich tourism offering of the Costa Daurada region while participating in a comprehensive programme of conference sessions, supplier networking, destination experiences and social gatherings.
The annual conference is one of the most important events in the Irish travel trade calendar, providing travel agents and industry partners a platform to discuss emerging trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of travel and the Irish travel industry.
The conference programme will include a dedicated conference and supplier networking day, destination experiences across the Costa Daurada, a gala dinner, and a series of excursions highlighting the cultural, gastronomic and tourism attractions of Salou, Cambrils and Vila-seca La Pineda. Delegates will also have opportunities to experience some of the region’s leading attractions, including Infinitum Golf and PortAventura World.
Clare Dunne, CEO of the Irish Travel Agents Association, said, “We are delighted to bring the ITAA Annual Conference 2026 to the Costa Daurada. This conference provides an invaluable opportunity for Irish travel professionals to come together, strengthen industry relationships, exchange ideas and gain first-hand experience of a destination that continues to grow in popularity with Irish holidaymakers. We are grateful to the Catalan Tourist Board, all of their Costa Daurada tourism partners and the Spanish Tourist Office in Dublin for their support and we look forward to showcasing everything this exceptional region has to offer.”
Pilar Herrero, Director, Catalan Tourist Board UK & Ireland, added, “We are honoured to welcome the members of the Irish Travel Agents Association to Costa Daurada. Ireland is an important market for our destination, and this conference provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate the diversity of experiences available across the wider Costa Daurada. We look forward to sharing our Mediterranean hospitality, outstanding tourism infrastructure, cultural heritage and renowned gastronomy with delegates from across Ireland.”
Laura Pena, Director of the Spanish Tourist Office in Dublin, said, “Spain remains one of the most popular destinations for Irish travellers, and we are delighted to support the ITAA Annual Conference in Costa Daurada. The conference will provide Irish travel professionals with a deeper understanding of the region’s tourism offering while strengthening the longstanding relationship between the Irish and Spanish travel industries. We look forward to welcoming delegates to the Costa Daurada in October 2026.”
Experiencing the destination through participating in the local excursions is an integral part of the conference programme whilst early arrivals will also have the opportunity to play a round of golf at Infinitum Golf Course one of the most prestigious golf courses in the region or experience the thrills of PortAventura World theme park. Delegates will have a choice of three local excursions on the Saturday – a visit to Poblet, Espluga de Francoli caves, a boat trip from Cambrils or a visit to Reus Modernista / Tarragona Romana.
Costa Daurada, stretching along Catalonia’s sun-drenched Mediterranean coastline, is one of Spain’s most diverse and welcoming holiday regions. Renowned for its golden sandy beaches, vibrant seaside resorts, rich cultural heritage and exceptional gastronomy, the destination offers visitors an ideal blend of relaxation, adventure and authentic Spanish experiences. Home to the popular resorts of Salou, Cambrils and Vila-seca La Pineda, as well as UNESCO World Heritage sites, renowned wine regions and world-class attractions such as PortAventura World, Costa Daurada provides an outstanding holiday experience for families, couples and groups alike.
Registration for the ITAA Annual Conference 2026 is now open. For further information and registration details, email info@itaa.ie.
Conference sponsors are Catalan Tourist Board, Costa Daurada, Visit Salou, Cambrils Turisme, Vila-seca, La Pineda Platja and Spanish Tourism Office in Dublin.
