12 June 2026·Cannes, France
Mediterranean Tourism Forum
Two days of curated meetings between hoteliers, tour operators and luxury travel buyers from across the Mediterranean.
Events agency · Tourism industry
Events that move the
tourism industry forward.
TOPICS is an independent agency designing B2B and B2C experiences — from press conferences and workshops to afterworks and trade forums — for destinations, tourist offices and travel brands.
Pierre COENEGRACHTS, CEO and founder, created TOPICS after retiring as Deputy CEO of VISITWallonia for over 35 years.
- · Trade fairs, Press & PR specialist, sporting events (F1 Belgian Grand Prix) and cultural events specialist.
- · Board member of 365.be (Attractions & Museums of Belgium) for over 20 years.
- · Board member of LOGIS de BELGIQUE (Hotel & Restaurant association).
- · Past President of SKAL International LIEGE.
40+
Years in tourism
21
Events delivered since 2023
40k
Guests welcomed
15
Countries
About TOPICS
A boutique studio for
tourism brands with
something to say.
We work with national, regional and local tourism boards, hospitality groups and travel operators who want events that feel as considered as their brand. Strategy, consulting, production, press relations, sponsors research — under one roof, with one senior team from first call to last guest.
Founded2023
Team4 people
OfficesBrussels
SectorsTourism & Travel
What we do
Five formats, one standard.
01
B2B Events
Trade shows, networking forums and curated buyer–seller meetings.
02
B2C Events
Brand activations and consumer experiences with measurable impact.
03
Press Conferences
Media launches with the right journalists in the right room.
04
Workshops
Working sessions that turn industry conversations into outcomes.
05
Afterworks
Intimate gatherings that build durable professional relationships.
What's next
Upcoming events
04 September 2026·Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon Destination Press Launch
Unveiling the new Lisbon Region campaign to international travel media, with curated city experiences.
03 July 2026·Nice, France
Summer Rooftop Afterwork
An intimate sunset gathering connecting tourism professionals and lifestyle press on the French Riviera.
Have a brief? Let's talk.
Tell us about your destination, your audience, and the moment you want to create.