​HIST 2026 – Singapore Roadshow

​Discover Opportunities in Tourism Innovation & Entrepreneurship

​Join us at Singapore Management University (SMU) for the Singapore Roadshow of HIST 2026 - the 4th Ho Chi Minh City Innovative Startups in Tourism Competition!

​Initiated by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism and organized in collaboration with Expara Vietnam and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), HIST 2026 aims to discover and support innovative ideas and early-stage startups shaping the future of tourism.

​Whether you're a student exploring entrepreneurship, an aspiring founder, or an early-stage startup building solutions for tourism, hospitality, travel technology, or related sectors, we'd love to meet you!

​What to Expect

• ​Tourism Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Hear insights and real-world experiences from an industry guest speaker.

• ​Introduction to HIST 2026: Explore the competition, its two tracks (Aspiring Founders and Early-stage Startups), and opportunities for international participants.

• ​How to Participate: Learn about the application process, key milestones, and available support.

• ​Interactive Q&A: Connect with the organizing team and get your questions answered.

​Event Details

​Date: Friday, 23 October 2026
Registration & Check-in: From 1:45 PM (SGT)
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (SGT)
Venue: SMU Connexion, Jay & Marilyn Ng Greenhouse, Level 4 Event Space
Address: 40 Stamford Road, Singapore 178908

​Who Should Attend?

​University students, aspiring entrepreneurs, startup founders and anyone interested in tourism innovation and entrepreneurship.

​Admission is free. Registration is required.

​We look forward to seeing you at SMU!