June 24, 2025 - June 26, 2025
Get ready to join us in Galway, Ireland, for the 55th Annual International Conference!
TTRA Annual Conference Heads to Europe!
We are thrilled to announce that the next TTRA Annual Conference will take place in Europe, in the vibrant and picturesque city of Galway, Ireland, from June 24th to 26th, 2025.
Join us on the Emerald Isle for this highly anticipated event, where global tourism researchers and industry professionals will gather to exchange ideas, explore cutting-edge insights, and enjoy the rich culture and charm of the west of Ireland.
Pre-Conference Registration is OPEN until June 3rd!
Explore the 2025 Annual Conference
Ready for Galway?
Experience where comfort meets convenience at The Galmont Hotel & Spa—our official host hotel for the 55th Annual TTRA International Conference!
Deadline to book is this Friday, May 16, 2025!
Secure your room now and take advantage of the exclusive TTRA rate (€251/night, B&B).
Use promo code: TTRA25 when booking.
The theme for this year’s conference is:
EXPLORE, INNOVATE, TRANSFORM: Influencing the Future of Global Travel and Tourism Research.
- EXPLORE: Encourages participants to delve into new research areas, share ways to strategically utilize existing research and data, discover emerging trends, and embrace diverse perspectives rooted in curiosity and open-mindedness.
- INNOVATE: Highlights the need for fresh ideas and new methodologies in a rapidly evolving industry, essential for resilience and adaptability.
- TRANSFORM: Focuses on significant, impactful advancements, not just incremental changes, to reshape the future of travel and tourism.
- INFLUENCING THE FUTURE: Ties everything together, as the purpose of this conference is to actively contribute to the future direction of the industry through research.
Event Details:
- Dates: Tuesday, June 24th to Thursday, June 26th, 2025
- Location: The Galmont Hotel, Galway, Ireland
- Opening Reception: Hosted by the Galway Visitors Bureau and Galway Chamber of Commerce, featuring drinks, canapés, and live music.
Conference Chair:
- Lynne Coxwell, Director of Research at Louisiana Office of Tourism
Practitioner Chair:
- Anna Blount, Vice President of Industry Research at Datafy
Academic Co-Chairs:
- Mike Peters, Professor, Department of Strategic Management, Marketing and Tourism at University of Innsbruck
- Lu Lu, Associate Professor, School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management at Temple University (Region: North America)
- Zeya He, Professor, Department of Culture and Tourism at Shandong University (Region: Asia)
- Ruiying Cai, Assistant Professor, School of Hospitality Business Management at Washington State University (The Ideas Fair)
Registration Rates:
Registration rates for the 2025 Annual International Conference will remain the same as 2024.
- TTRA Members: $1299
- Non-Members: $1699
- TTRA Student Members: $499
- Non-Member Students: $599
- Guests: $299 (Guests Register Here)
All pricing in USD. TTRA Student Membership is $50/annually.
Cancellation Policy:
Registration fees for the TTRA Annual International Conference are refundable at a rate of 50% up until May 15, 2025. After this date, registration fees will be non-refundable.
Attendees who have purchased the conference registration may transfer their registration to another person at the same rate and membership type. For any further inquiries, please contact info@ttra.com.
Accommodations:
Hotel: The Galmont Hotel & Spa
Rate: Single Occupancy @ €251 per night B&B.
Promo code: TTRA25
You must enter the promo code to book your room and receive the TTRA rate.
Room block ends May 16th, 2025.
Why Attend the 55th Annual International Conference?
This conference is a must-attend for professionals in the travel and tourism industry. You’ll have the opportunity to network with top researchers, gain insights from industry leaders, and participate in engaging sessions that will shape the future of travel and tourism research.
Travel Information:
Getting to Galway is convenient with several options:
- Shannon Airport: Approximately 1 hour away by car or bus.
- Dublin Airport: Approximately 2.5 hours away by car or direct bus. The bus station is less than a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Visit the Galway Visitors Convention Bureau for more information about the city.
Stay tuned for more details on speakers and the conference agenda. We look forward to welcoming you to Galway for an enriching and unforgettable experience!
Celebrate Galway in Style
Have you wondered why the 2025 TTRA Annual International Conference logo features a red-sailed boat? That’s the Galway hooker – a traditional fishing vessel native to Galway Bay, designed to brave Ireland’s rugged Atlantic coast.
This iconic boat also inspired the name of the Galway Hooker Brewery, a trailblazer in Ireland’s craft beer scene. Since 2006, they’ve brewed up a storm – including the country’s original Irish Pale Ale, now a national favorite.
To celebrate TTRA 2025 in Galway, we’ve teamed up with Galway Hooker Brewery to offer a limited-edition, co-branded T-shirt – a fun and authentic keepsake with true local flavor. Even better? Proceeds support TTRA’s nonprofit mission.
Learn more: Limited Edition TTRA Galway Gear
*If you would like to order and are outside the US please contact info@ttra.com for more information.
Contact Information: For any inquiries, please get in touch with us at:
Email: info@ttra.com
Phone: 1-248-708-8872
About TTRA:
The Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the travel and tourism industry through impactful research, education, and collaboration. Comprised of a diverse community of professionals, academics, and industry leaders, TTRA provides a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and fostering innovation. With a commitment to driving sustainable growth and excellence in travel and tourism, TTRA continually strives to advance insights and best practices, shaping the industry’s future. TTRA members collaborate to advance the strategic use of research to provide leading-edge travel and tourism solutions that create a positive impact on people, places, and society. For more information, visit www.ttra.com