Question 1

When and where will the Forum take place?

Accepted Answer

The International Religious Tourism Forum will take place on 1–2 October 2026 in Raseiniai and Šiluva, Lithuania.

The main conference programme will take place in Raseiniai. The evening programme and the FAM Tour will include Šiluva and other religious tourism sites in the region.

Question 2

Who can participate in the Forum?

Accepted Answer

The Forum is open to registered participants from the following groups:
international buyers;
suppliers;
exhibitors;
institutional partners;
conference participants.
Please note that different parts of the programme may be intended for different participant groups.

Question 3

What are the working languages?

Accepted Answer

The working languages of the Forum will be Lithuanian and English.
Simultaneous interpretation with conference equipment will be provided during the main conference programme.

Question 4

How can I register?

Accepted Answer

At this stage, participants are invited to complete the pre-registration form.

Pre-registration helps the organisers prepare for the event, assess participant needs and plan participant flows. After submitting the form, participants will receive further information from the organisers. Participation in the Forum and specific programme activities will be confirmed individually.

Question 5

What are B2B meetings?

Accepted Answer

B2B meetings are pre-arranged professional meetings between international buyers and suppliers.

They are designed to help participants present tourism products, discuss cooperation opportunities and establish new professional contacts.

Question 6

What is a FAM Tour?

Accepted Answer

A FAM Tour is a familiarisation tour designed to introduce participants to a destination, its tourism products, services and visitor experiences.

The FAM Tour will introduce participants to Šiluva and other religious tourism sites in the region.

Question 7

Is the FAM Tour guaranteed for all participants?

Accepted Answer

No. Participation in the FAM Tour is subject to registration and confirmation by the organisers.

The FAM Tour is not intended for participants registered for the conference only. Priority may be given to international buyers, suppliers, exhibitors, institutional partners and other participants directly involved in religious tourism, pilgrimage, heritage and tourism product development.

Question 8

Is participation in the event free of charge?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Participation in the Forum is free of charge.

Participants are expected to cover their own travel and accommodation expenses, except for selected international buyers and invited speakers, whose participation conditions will be agreed individually with the organisers.

Question 9

Is accommodation included?

Accepted Answer

Accommodation for selected international buyers will be arranged by the organisers.

Other participants will receive recommended accommodation options in Raseiniai, Šiluva and the surrounding region.

Question 10

Will transfers be provided?

Accepted Answer

Transfers for selected international buyers will be arranged by the organisers according to confirmed travel details.

Other participants are expected to arrange their own travel to and from the Forum venue.

Question 11

What are the final registration deadlines for the International Religious Tourism Forum?

Accepted Answer

The final registration deadlines vary depending on the participation category:International Buyers – final registration deadline: 11 SeptemberSuppliers / Exhibitors – final registration deadline: 18 SeptemberConference Participants – final registration deadline: 21 September

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