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TTRA Tales Sessions at #TTRA2019 – Looking for Ideas/Speakers
Do you have an engaging and meaningful research anecdote to share with your research colleagues?
Something that worked in a way you hadn’t expected?
Something that we all use that failed dramatically?
A new, innovative approach?
The TTRA International Conference planning committee is looking for conference attendees to share short (3 to 6 minute) stories/anecdotes as part of several TTRA Tales sessions.
Space is limited, so your idea needs to be engaging and creative, yet meaningful to our broad researcher audience.
Please send your idea in the first instance to Sue Beeton at s.beeton@outlook.com.
2019 Marketing Outlook Forum | Early Bird Rates End May 15
You Are Invited
Join destination marketing colleagues in Washington DC for the 2019 Marketing Outlook Forum. The Marketing Outlook Forum provides C-Suite and Director-level marketing professionals with the latest research and forecasting insights, right when they need it, all within a packed three-day program. No sifting through reports, contracting with firms, skimming countless projections, or attending multiple sector-specific conferences.
Be part of the momentum.
Attend the 2019 Marketing Outlook Forum. October 7 to 9, 2019 in Washington DC.
Register Now and Save
The early bird registration deadline is in 10 DAYS. Take advantage of our lowest price for this event before this offer expires on Wednesday, May 15!
Register HERE.
Why You Should Attend
Attending MOF provides significant, meaningful value that extends beyond the conference experience. You will be primed for success in 2020 with the knowledge, insights, and resources garnered at MOF, allowing you to make informed, strategic marketing and business decisions.
2019 Highlights:
• An all-new interactive format with more topics, shorter sessions, increased engagement, and active participation.
• Live polls held throughout the conference will allow delegates to interact and engage with speakers and content in real-time.
• Travel industry leaders will present the latest research and statistics and lead discussions whereby delegates identify the emerging trends.
• Don’t miss the final session where experts will pull together input provided by delegates and reveal the Outlook for Travel in 2020.
Not convinced yet?
View previous years photo galleries HERE.
Get excited about Montgomery County, MD HERE.
Take a look at our confirmed sessions HERE
View the preliminary program ONLINE.
New Career Posting Available for Viewing – May 3
Alert: New Career Posting Available for Viewing HERE!
Announcing NEW #TTRA2019 Conference Session | Myth Busting Seniors
In this session, we will bust 10 popular seniors travel myths and beliefs that are providing barriers to connecting with your ideal mature travelers. Bronwyn White, CEO of New Young Consulting, has just conducted the most comprehensive study ever done in Australia of the travel planning and booking habits of seniors. Furthermore, the wealth of data for the US and other parts of the world data she has uncovered is astounding!
For example, did you know that the seniors’ market is the fastest growing yet most misunderstood market we know? What is phenomenal, is that the +55 economy is the third largest in the world – 3rd behind China and the USA. Your destination’s marketing efforts cannot afford to continue missing opportunities in what is currently a sector that is largely ignored by travel marketers and innovators alike. Make no mistake, this is the most lucrative travel opportunity we are likely to see in our lifetimes. We will never again see a more cashed up and time rich travel sector again.
The over 55’s market is the greatest untapped opportunity in the global travel industry. They have the money to spend – more than any other generational cohort and the time and desire to travel! They will not be ignored and your destinations can’t afford to lose these prospects.
TTRA Announces Board Election Results
Whitehall, MI, May 1, 2019 – Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA) the leading association for travel and tourism research announces the election of its 2019/2020 Board. These positions take effect as of July 1, 2019.
Nate Gieryn Assumes Role of Association 2nd Vice President, Three New Directors Named, Two Directors Re-Elected.
Regular Pricing for 2019 TTRA Annual International Conference Ends Tuesday April 30
TTRA is thrilled to be holding the 50th Conference of TTRA International in 2019 at the Grand Hyatt in Melbourne, Australia, one of the country’s premier conference venues.
Don’t miss out! This conference brings together ALL travel and tourism researchers, users and vendors of research to discuss and share the latest studies and approaches.
Register today and save! The regular registration deadline is Tuesday, April 30th at 11:59 EST! *Late registration rates apply as of May 1. Registration closes May 31, 2019.
Book now and avoid disappointment! The 2019 Annual International Conference will take place at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. *Special delegate rates expire June 1, 2019, or when the room block is full, whichever comes first