Aqaba Blue: Ocean Future in Action 2027

Aqaba Blue: Ocean Future in Action takes place at the Aqaba International Exhibition Center in Jordan from 17 to 20 March 2027. The exhibition brings together diving, watersports, boating, marine technology, tourism and conservation businesses. It is aimed at dive centres, tour operators, travel agencies, marine professionals and the public.

About Aqaba Blue

The organisers describe Aqaba Blue as the Red Sea's meeting point for global diving, watersports and marine innovation. Exhibitors and visitors include international brands, regional buyers, tourism leaders and policymakers. The event is also listed on Jordan's official events calendar. Exhibitor and visitor registration are on the official Aqaba Blue website.

Sections cover diving, watersports, marine technology, sustainable tourism and boating and lifestyle, with boat builders, marina infrastructure and yachting equipment. For the travel trade, it is a focused place to meet Red Sea dive and marine-tourism suppliers.

Aqaba Blue 2027 dates and venue

Aqaba Blue 2027 dates: Wednesday 17 to Saturday 20 March 2027. The venue is the Aqaba International Exhibition Center in Aqaba, Jordan's only coastal city. The event was originally planned for 2026; the organisers now give the March 2027 dates on the official website.

The agenda is to be published on the official website, so check it before planning meetings on specific days.

How to get to Aqaba for Aqaba Blue

King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) is a short drive from central Aqaba. Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) near Amman has more international connections and is linked to Aqaba by road and domestic flights.

Taxis and private transfers serve the exhibition centre and hotels. Check the official entry requirements for Jordan before you travel.

When planning a trip to Aqaba for Aqaba Blue, confirm the dates on the official website again shortly before booking non-refundable services. Organisers sometimes adjust start times, venues or programmes, and their official channels are always the most reliable source.

Where to stay

Aqaba has a wide choice of hotels in the city centre, along the northern waterfront and in Ayla. The South Beach area, close to the main dive sites, suits visitors who want to dive before or after the show.

Book early for the exhibition dates, as trade visitors and exhibitors compete for rooms near the venue.

For groups, ask hotels about rooming lists, early check-in and late check-out around Aqaba Blue, and keep a short list of alternative properties in case the first choice is full.

Planning a group trip to Aqaba Blue

Travel agencies attend Aqaba Blue to meet dive centres, boat operators and marine-tourism suppliers, and to build Red Sea diving and watersports packages. A group visit can combine trade days with dive trips and a fam visit to Wadi Rum or Petra.

• Registration: register as an exhibitor or visitor on the official website.
• Meetings: book supplier meetings ahead of the show.
• Fam trips: add Red Sea dive sites and Wadi Rum to the programme.

Agencies building a group tour to Aqaba Blue should confirm flights first, as seats on popular routes can sell out around event dates. Hold group fares early, collect passport details in good time and share a clear day-by-day itinerary with travellers before departure.

Frequently asked questions

When is Aqaba Blue 2027?

Aqaba Blue: Ocean Future in Action takes place from 17 to 20 March 2027, according to the official website.

Where is Aqaba Blue held?

At the Aqaba International Exhibition Center in Aqaba, Jordan.

Who should attend Aqaba Blue?

Dive centres, watersports and boating businesses, marine technology firms, tourism boards, travel agencies and tour operators, as well as members of the public interested in the sea.

How do I register?

Exhibitor and visitor registration are available on the official Aqaba Blue website.

Which airport is closest?

King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba is closest. Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman offers more international flights.

Travel agencies can book flights for travellers going to Aqaba Blue in the QuickOTA B2B Panel and set their own markup.