Published on
October 29, 2025
Mexico is set to become the epicenter of luxury travel innovation as TFest Chapter VI returns to the serene shores of Fairmont Mayakoba from 26 to 29 October 2025, promising a transformational experience unlike any other in the industry. Designed for forward-thinking leaders, elite travel creators, premium brands, and purpose-driven visionaries, this year’s edition goes far beyond networking. It blends high-value business matchmaking with wellness, creativity, and authentic human connection, redefining how the world’s most influential travel professionals meet and collaborate. Hosted within Mayakoba’s eco-luxury sanctuary on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, TFest 2025 invites attendees to slow down, think deeper, and build meaningful partnerships that last—while surrounded by nature, culture, and purposeful design. Here is everything you need to know about the global travel festival reshaping the future of luxury hospitality and experiential travel.
In a time when visibility is often mistaken for impact, this year’s theme centers on being seen for the right reasons. It encourages professionals, creators, leaders, and visionaries to cultivate influence that flows naturally from who they are, not from trends or fleeting metrics. Real growth, it reminds us, is sustainable only when it reflects genuine identity and long-term intention.
TFest Chapter VI emerges under the title Radiance, a celebration of both courage and quiet resilience. It honors the defining moments that shape success — the bold leap that changes direction, the silent breakthrough that reshapes purpose, and the perseverance that turns a single spark into something enduring. Radiance is not about the spotlight; it is about the light we create and share.
This chapter invites participants to step into a new level of clarity. Conversations will go deeper, collaborations will feel more human, and connections will grow stronger through shared values. It is a gathering for those ready to influence the future of travel, luxury, and creativity by embracing who they truly are — and empowering others to do the same. When we move with intention, our glow doesn’t fade — it becomes a beacon, guiding others forward.
What Awaits You at TFest Chapter VI
Sunday, 26 October – Arrival & Welcome
Guests will arrive throughout the day and settle into the serene beauty of Mayakoba. The celebration begins in the evening with a stunning Opening Night experience at Banyan Tree Mayakoba from 19:00 to 23:00, setting the tone for meaningful conversations and unforgettable connections.
Monday, 27 October – Connections Begin
- 08:00 – 08:30 | Morning coffee and welcome briefing
- 08:30 – 13:00 | Pre-scheduled business meetings designed to connect like minds and create powerful partnerships
- 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch break
- 14:00 – 17:00 | Power Hour, Pathways, and Festival on the Beach experiences begin Note: Selected Pathways will include lunch and will depart at 13:00
- 19:00 – 23:00 | Evening of Choice hosted across three luxury destinations:
Grand Velas Riviera Maya, The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai, and The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya
Tuesday, 28 October – Momentum & Celebration
- 08:00 – 08:30 | Morning coffee
- 08:30 – 13:00 | Pre-scheduled meetings continue
- 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch
- 14:00 – 17:00 | Afternoon sessions featuring Power Hour, Pathways, and Festival on the Beach Note: Some Pathways include lunch and depart at 13:00
- 19:00 – 00:00 | Closing Night Celebration at Maykana, Fairmont Mayakoba, powered by Capital One – a dazzling finale of connection, music, and magic
Wednesday, 29 October – The Final Chapter
- 08:45 – 12:30 | Final round of pre-scheduled meetings
- 12:30 – 13:30 | Farewell lunch
- Afternoon | Departures as TFest Chapter VI draws to a radiant close
Discover an Eco-Luxury Sanctuary in Mayakoba
Step into a world where nature leads the way and every sunrise awakens possibility. Nestled along Mexico’s Riviera Maya, Mayakoba is a destination designed in harmony with the earth—an immersive haven where turquoise lagoons, mangrove forests, and lush jungle come together in breathtaking balance. This extraordinary setting will host TFest Chapter VI, offering a backdrop that inspires clarity, creativity, and connection.
Spread across 500 acres of protected wilderness, Mayakoba is often called a Village Over Water for its intricate network of canals and serene waterways. The entire destination has been thoughtfully crafted to honor the land of the ancient Maya, preserving biodiversity and native flora while blending quietly with its surroundings.
At the heart of this ecological masterpiece stands our host partner, Fairmont Mayakoba—a pioneering force in sustainable luxury. The Fairmont brand is celebrated for its award-winning environmental leadership, setting benchmarks across North America for responsible hospitality and meaningful green initiatives.
In 2025, TFest returns to Mayakoba, uniting innovation, purpose, and the natural world. This is more than an event—it’s a chance to reconnect with what truly matters in a destination where nature doesn’t just surround you, it transforms you.
Connect With the Leaders of Global Luxury Travel
Who You’ll Meet – Our Buyers
TFest brings together an exclusive community of world-class decision-makers shaping the future of luxury travel. Expect to connect with:
- High-end private travel designers
- Luxury travel planners
- Elite concierge agencies
- Lifestyle management firms catering to UHNW clients
Buyer Participation by Region
- 45% – North America
- 15% – South & Latin America
- 30% – Europe
- 5% – Middle East & Africa
- 5% – Asia Pacific
To ensure meaningful engagement and genuine commitment, all approved buyers confirm their place at Chapter VI with a non-refundable participation fee of GBP £300.
Our Exhibitors
The exhibitor community at TFest Chapter VI represents the finest in high-end travel and hospitality. Expect a curated global showcase that includes:
- Iconic destinations & tourism boards
- Leading five-star resorts and hotels
- Boutique hideaways and exclusive retreats
- Private aviation brands and yacht charters
- Bespoke DMCs delivering transformational experiences
Exhibitor Participation by Region
- 35% – North America
- 10% – South & Latin America
- 40% – Europe
- 10% – Middle East & Africa
- 5% – Asia Pacific
Festival Highlights in Numbers
- 3 unforgettable days of business and discovery
- 43 targeted one-to-one meetings per participant
- 15,000+ high-value connections made
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“I have been to many industry events and TFest truly stands out for providing such unique opportunities to personally get to know the exhibitors & form lasting relationships.” LAURA KELLY, Elsewhere By Laura
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“I had the opportunity to meet and reconnect with some of the best partners in the luxury travel industry. It was an amazing experience, and I am thrilled to say that we have found the support we need for our ongoing requests and immediately generated sales.” EVGENIYA TSYPLAKOVA, Concierge Lab
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“By integrating business and betterment, work can become a pleasure. I came away from TFest feeling inspired and invigorated, and that I had invested my time well. Surely, this is the future of events!” JENNY SOUTHAN, Founder and CEO, Globetrender
Mayakoba A Living Sanctuary Shaping the Future of Luxury Travel
TFest could have staged its sixth chapter in any glamorous destination on the planet. Instead, it returned to Mayakoba, Mexico—and that choice speaks volumes about the direction of modern luxury. Here, sustainability is not a marketing line. It is a philosophy woven into every path, canal, and structure.
Nature Leads Here
Spread across 595 acres of protected jungle along the Riviera Maya, Mayakoba is not a typical resort development—it is a living ecosystem. Conceived in the late 1980s, its founders rejected the conventional beachfront-first approach. Instead, they turned inward, choosing to build with nature rather than over it.
Hand-carved freshwater canals and lagoons inspired by ancient Mayan waterways now weave through the land like silver threads. Guests glide between hidden coves and mangroves on quiet electric boats or cycle beneath tree canopies alive with birdsong. Rather than removing nature to create space, Mayakoba allowed nature to shape the experience.
The result is a destination where luxury doesn’t dominate the land—it coexists with it.
A Setting That Speaks With Purpose
From the very first moments of TFest 2025, the intention behind the location became clear. Event Managing Director Christy Kuplic opened the festival by highlighting why Mayakoba is more than a beautiful venue:
“This is our sixth TFest—three in Dubai and now three here in Mayakoba. It’s our biggest yet with about 660 people from across the luxury travel world. But what truly defines it is this setting. Here, you reconnect—with nature, with others, with yourself.”
And that is exactly what Mayakoba does. It slows the rhythm of life. It replaces digital noise with natural calm. Even the winding entrance through dense jungle feels like a transition—not just into a new place, but a new state of mind.
The host venue, Fairmont Mayakoba, embodies this harmony. The resort’s atmosphere is warm and personal—not scripted. Its sustainability commitments are not decorative—they are operational truths.
Eco-Luxury That Works
Mayakoba is home to four resorts—Fairmont, Rosewood, Banyan Tree, and the soon-to-reopen Alila—all united by strict environmental protocols:
- Buildings are raised on stilts to protect underground river systems
- Lighting is turtle-friendly, preserving coastal wildlife habitats
- Water is treated and recycled to reduce environmental impact
- Transportation is electric-only, preserving silence across the ecosystem
- Wildlife corridors are protected, supporting more than 330 native species
This is not eco-branding—it’s long-term stewardship. Guests do not just stay here—they become part of a delicate, living environment.
A Festival That Fits Its Surroundings
For Jacco van Teeffelen, General Manager of Fairmont Mayakoba, the partnership with TFest is a natural alignment:
“TFest is a very important partner for us. It’s not just about sustainability—it’s about real connection. Most trade shows rush relationships. Here, people meet and then actually spend time getting to know each other. Partnerships should last a lifetime. That’s what TFest inspires.”
And it’s true. Throughout Mayakoba, conversations unfold differently. They’re slower. More thoughtful. Less about products, more about purpose. Relationships aren’t transactional—they’re human.
Where Luxury Finds Meaning
TFest’s presence in Mayakoba proves that luxury is evolving. It is no longer defined by excess, but by intention—the intent to honor the planet, to build meaningful relationships, to travel with awareness.
In Mayakoba, development doesn’t erase the land—it respects it. Experiences don’t isolate guests from nature—they immerse them in it. And travel isn’t just movement—it’s transformation.
This place isn’t a resort. It’s a reminder. When we design with humility and listen to the land, luxury and nature don’t conflict—they coexist beautifully.
