Special Offers Available to THETRADESHOW Attendees

Alexandria, Va., June 25, 2009 –Registered attendees of THETRADESHOW (Sept. 13-15) in Las Vegas are eligible for three special offers: the chance to win a $250 American Express Gift Card, courtesy of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA); a 35-percent discount on tickets to select Cirque du Soleil shows; and the opportunity to win a Vegas Nights helicopter tour, courtesy of Maverick Helicopters.

“As if there weren’t enough great reasons to attend THETRADESHOW, now attendees have the chance to win a little extra spending money to take advantage of all that Las Vegas has to offer," said Ed Fioravante, sales executive, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. “From designer shopping and fine dining to world-class shows and exciting helicopter rides, Las Vegas offers something for everyone.”

To be entered into the LVCVA drawing, travel agents must submit a request for proposal (RFP) for a lead (a group selling 10 or more rooms) by clicking on the Travel and Group Booking Request on the LVCVA Web site. Agents will receive a confirmation copy of their lead from the LVCVA and will need to present this at the LVCVA booth #645 at THETRADESHOW on either Sept. 13 or Sept. 14 to be entered into the drawing. The winner will be announced at 11 a.m. at the LVCVA booth on Tuesday, Sept. 15. 

Travel buyers, who register for THETRADESHOW before July 31, will be automatically entered to win one of 75 complimentary spots on a Vegas Nights helicopter tours, courtesy of Maverick Helicopters. The tour, which takes thrill-seekers soaring above the sights and lights of the famed Vegas Strip, begins with a complimentary champagne cocktail.

For those preferring to catch yet another famous Vegas show, Cirque du Soleil is offering a special 35-percent discount on select performances. Known for their spectacular and awe-inspiring shows, a ticket to one of these shows will surely complete any attendee’s trip to Las Vegas.

Available shows and times:

  •  Zumanity (18+ only). Sept. 11, 12, 13, or 15 (show times: 7:30 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.)
  • Criss Angel: Believe. Sept. 11, 12 or 15 (show times: 7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.)

For more information about these offers, or to register to attend, please visit THETRADESHOW.org.

THETRADESHOW is created and supported by the travel industry’s leading organizations, including: ASTA, ACTA, CLIA, ETOA, IGLTA, NACTA, NBTA, NTA, The Travel Institute, U.S. Travel Association and USTOA. Official media partners are: Agent@Home, eTurboNews, JaxFax, Modern Agent, Recommend, Travel Trade, Travel Weekly, TravelAge West, USA Today and Vacation Agent.

THETRADESHOW (Travel Retailing and Destination Expo) is a 3-day, in-depth networking and educational event. Global and inclusive, THETRADESHOW unites under one roof travel suppliers and buyers from all over the world, representing every segment of the travel and tourism industry. It is the trade show event for travel decision makers. For more information on THETRADESHOW, please call 1.866.870.9333, visit  THETRADESHOW.org or e-mail pr@thetradeshow.org

Contact: Kristina Rundquist/Laura Gajewski 703.739.8710