June 24, 2025 - June 26, 2025
Get ready to join us in Galway, Ireland, for the 55th Annual International Conference!
We are thrilled that the next TTRA Annual Conference will be held in Europe, in the beautiful city of Galway, Ireland, from June 24th to 26th, 2025.
Please mark your calendars and prepare to join us on the Emerald Isle for this highly anticipated event.
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.
Conference Chair: Lynne Coxwell, Director of Research at Louisiana Office of Tourism
Academic Chair: Mike Peters, University Professor at University of Innsbruck, Department of Strategic Management, Marketing and Tourism
Practitioner Chair: Anna Blount, Vice President of Industry Research at Datafy
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.
Registration is now OPEN!
Registration Rates:
Registration rates for the 2025 Annual International Conference will remain the same as 2024.
- TTRA Members: $1049
- Non-Members: $1449
- TTRA Student Members: $399
- Non-Member Students: $499
- Guests: $299
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 [email protected].
Accommodations:
Hotel: The Galmont Hotel & Spa
Rate: Single Occupancy @ €251 per night B&B.
Promo code: TTRA25
2025 TTRA Awards – Celebrating Excellence in Travel Research
The prestigious 2025 TTRA Awards will be presented at the Annual International Conference in Galway, Ireland (June 24-26, 2025). These awards recognize outstanding contributions to travel and tourism research across academia and industry. Categories include the Boeing Travel Research Grant, Lifetime Achievement Award, and MMGY Shifflet Award for Research Excellence.
Submission Deadline: March 7, 2025
Learn more and apply: TTRA Awards
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!
Contact Information: For any inquiries, please get in touch with us at:
Email: [email protected]
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