FAQs
Q: What is THETRADESHOW?
A: THETRADESHOW -Travel Retailing And Destination Expo - is a three-day event connecting thousands of travel agents and travel suppliers from every segment of the industry in one convenient location.
Q: What can exhibitors expect at THETRADESHOW?
A: More business. There will be numerous chances to generate more business through an open trade floor, business-to-business appointments, and world-class education. The program will be information-intensive and highly condensed so agents will get a tremendous amount of value from the three-day event.
Q: Who manages and organizes THETRADESHOW?
A: Over 16 of the travel industry’s leading organizations have come together to create THETRADESHOW. Partners include: American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA), Adventures in Travel Expo, Association of Canadian Travel Agents (ACTA), Cruise Lines Industry Association (CLIA), European Tour Operators Association (ETOA), International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA), National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents (NACTA), National Business Travel Association (NBTA), National Tour Association (NTA), The Travel Institute, Travel Industry Association of America (TIA) and the United States Tour Operator Association (USTOA).
In addition, THETRADESHOW partner’s with the travel industry’s leading media and trade press including: Agent @ Home, Vacation Agent, Modern Agent, USA Today, Travel Weekly, Travel Trade, Recommend, TravelAge West, eTurboNews, JaxFax and Canadian Travel Press.
Q: How does THETRADESHOW differ from other travel trade shows?
A: Most travel shows focus on one particular aspect of travel, like luxury travel or cruises, or they bring in an abridged list of preferred suppliers, like at a consortia or franchise show. But casting a wider net produces a bigger catch. That''s why THETRADESHOW encompasses every aspect of travel, from the least expensive to the most glamorous hotel properties, from the lowest to the highest end cruise lines. Global and inclusive, THETRADESHOW provides the most suppliers and destinations for agents to meet and conduct real business.
Q: Who attends THETRADESHOW?
A: As the only travel show created by over 16 of the travel industry’s leading organizations, THETRADESHOW is the #1 travel trade show in North America. With these global partners, THETRADESHOW has the ability to attract over 2,000 travel retailers from every segment of the travel industry including Travel Agency Owners/ Managers, Independent Contractors, Home-based agents, Corporate travel professionals and more.
Q: What is included in the base booth purchase?
A: The purchase of a booth at THETRADESHOW includes:
• Pipe and drape booth frame and ID sign
• Two individual registrations to access networking events, educational seminars & industry sessions
• Your company’s profile on-line and printed in THESHOWBOOK
• Three days of open floor trade show
• One-on-one business appointments with travel retailers including unique match-making technology
• Carpet, 6ft table, table skirt, two chairs, waste basket are included with the additional purchase of the décor package (all booths are required to be carpeted).
Q: I’d like to educate travel retailers on my product or destination. What options are available?
A: Two options are available: Product Seminar and a Presentation Pavilion. Product Seminars allow you to hold educational events in private rooms during non-trade show hours. These intimate 45-minute seminars give travel sellers the opportunity to experience your company or destination in-depth. Introduce new products or specials to a targeted group who have chosen to learn more about your company / destination. Your seminar will be promoted on-line and in THESHOWBOOK. Space is limited and these will sell out.
Engage audiences on your own personal stage – right on the trade show floor with the Presentation Pavilion. Drive traffic to your booth and create an impression in a lively and entertaining way. Cultural dances, regional music, artists displays, destination imagery or product demonstrations – there’s no limit!
Q: In addition to my booth in the exhibition, what opportunities are available to increase my exposure?
A: Exhibitors can take advantage of many different opportunities that can add value to their experience at THETRADESHOW. Options include speaking opportunities to address all attendees during an Industry Session, print advertisement in the program guide, THESHOWBOOK, sponsorship of the delegate bags that every attendee receives, providing an insert for the delegate bags plus many more. For a detailed list and explanations, please visit www.THETRADESHOW.org or call 1-866-870-9333.
Q: How can I share my booth with another company?
A: Only one company can occupy an individual booth. By inviting your partners to join you, you can create a bigger presence and save money. Special pricing has been developed for destinations and tourism organizations to encourage partner participation. With the minimum purchase of six booths, that space can be shared with up to nine companies.
