BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SYTA Conference 2024 - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SYTA Conference 2024 X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://syta.org/conference2024 X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SYTA Conference 2024 REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240812T081500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240812T094500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231629 CREATED:20231204T150635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T161054Z UID:10000084-1723450500-1723455900@syta.org SUMMARY:General Session: Presidential Speeches/Visit Savannah DESCRIPTION:Sponsored By: Universal Destinations & Experiences – Kellie McIntyre is a traveler\, speaker\, and author of THE PASSPORT PROJECT. Her quest for culture and adventure has taken her to 50 countries across seven continents. In 2013\, Kellie and her family packed one suitcase each and embarked on a five-month journey around the world. Now\, she challenges others to travel boldly. Kellie speaks to schools and groups about the impact of experiential travel on cultural intelligence (CQ). She shares tips for planning and surviving global family (mis)adventures—like being detained in a communist country—at 4WornPassports.com. URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/general-session-presidential-speeches-visit-savannah/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240812T070000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240812T081500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231629 CREATED:20231204T150552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T160938Z UID:10000083-1723446000-1723450500@syta.org SUMMARY:Morning Joe & Light Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by: Visit Savannah\n\n  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/morning-joe-light-breakfast-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240812T053000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240812T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231629 CREATED:20240701T134205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T201644Z UID:10000139-1723440600-1723483800@syta.org SUMMARY:Wellness Lounge DESCRIPTION: \nSponsored by Visit Williamsburg.\n \n\nExperience rejuvenation at our conference wellness room: greet the day with morning yoga sessions\, unwind with chair massages available upon signup\, and find tranquility in our serene meditation room—a haven for relaxation and focus. Elevate your conference experience with moments dedicated to your well-being. \nSee schedule below and sign up for services HERE. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 6:00 am- 7:00 am Yoga Session in Columbus CircleJumpstart your morning with a gentle yoga flow. Open to all experience levels\, this yoga class will focus on mindful mobility and will feature a combination of movements including joint activations\, gentle stretching\, flows to get your blood moving\, strength work and restorative poses. You can also expect to be guided through a simple meditative practice aimed to leave you feeling clear\, grounded\, and hopeful. Class led by FitToursNYC \n \n \n \n \n \n 6:00 am – 5:30 pm Meditation Room Open in Madison Square \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Chair Massages in Bryant Park (2 at a time\, every 15 minutes)(lunch break for therapists from 11:30am-12:30pm) URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/wellness-lounge-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T210000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231629 CREATED:20240403T202444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T124813Z UID:10000102-1723410000-1723419000@syta.org SUMMARY:After Show Reception: at Madame Tussauds DESCRIPTION:SYTA is stepping into the spotlight! Madame Tussauds is hosting an extraordinary evening\, where fantasy and reality collide in the most spectacular way. Whether you choose to sip on drinks with A-list celebrities or share a bite to eat with your favorite sports hero\, this private SYTA experience promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. \n \n \n \n \n \n Food and beverage provided by Yard House. URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/after-show-reception-at-madame-tussauds/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T211500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20231204T150443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T135249Z UID:10000082-1723401000-1723410900@syta.org SUMMARY:Lion King Performance: THE LION KING on Broadway DESCRIPTION:            \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a SYTA Annual Conference exclusive performance of THE LION KING on Broadway! This private performance at the Minskoff Theater is for all Conference attendees. Additional details will come closer to the conference. \nSponsored by: Disney on Broadway and Disney Imagination Campus \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Minskoff Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/lion-king-performance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T160159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T160159Z UID:10000125-1723397400-1723401000@syta.org SUMMARY:Light Reception DESCRIPTION:Location: Minskoff Theatre URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/light-reception/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T170300 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T170300 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T160125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T160125Z UID:10000124-1723395780-1723395780@syta.org SUMMARY:Business Appointment Session IV Ends DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/business-appointment-session-iv-ends/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T161500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T171500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T190751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133425Z UID:10000171-1723392900-1723396500@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: SYTA Youth Foundation DESCRIPTION:Location: Chelsea Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n Come learn about how the SYTA Youth Foundation has inspired and impacted youth by providing travel experiences and learn how you can support the Foundation! \n \n \n \n \n \n Speaker: Allison French\, SYF Chair and members of the Board of Trustees \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-syta-youth-foundation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T161500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T171500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T190541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133352Z UID:10000170-1723392900-1723396500@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Researching the Future of Student & Youth Travel DESCRIPTION:Location: Sugar Hill Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n The student/youth audience makes up for one-fourth of the entire travel market – and yet research and attention on this segment is lacking. The vibrant youth audience is ready and able to travel but is seeking out experiences that meet their very specific set of values – namely: social impact\, sustainability\, technology usage\, safety\, and diversity and inclusion. This session brings together customer preference insights and data to assist in understanding the future of this market\, providing in-depth knowledge and perspectives from educators\, tour operators\, and travel researchers. This session was organized by the SYTA Research Committee. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers: Panel of speakers will be shared in mid-July. \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-researching-the-future-of-student-youth-travel/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T190218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133231Z UID:10000169-1723388400-1723392000@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Building a Sustainable and Impactful Travel Itinerary DESCRIPTION:Location: Sugar Hill Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsored by Visit Anchorage \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers: Greg Takehara and Ken Frohling \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-building-a-sustainable-and-impactful-travel-itinerary/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T190118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133303Z UID:10000168-1723388400-1723392000@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Customer Journey for the Team DESCRIPTION:Location: Chelsea Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n Explore the customer journey and think through your role in it. This is perfect for team members in marketing\, sales\, and operations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speaker: Andrea Ross with Cultivate Advisors \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-customer-journey-for-the-team/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240711T152021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T195637Z UID:10000146-1723386600-1723393800@syta.org SUMMARY:Barista Bar DESCRIPTION:Discover Puerto Rico is proud to sponsor SYTA’s coffee break. Puerto Rico’s coffee is in itself a unique tradition\, and you will be able to savor one of the Island’s authentic flavors as you network and gather with peers and colleagues during the event. URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/barista-bar-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240701T135023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T152907Z UID:10000142-1723386600-1723393800@syta.org SUMMARY:Afternoon Refreshments for Suppliers DESCRIPTION:Location: Connection Corner URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/afternoon-refreshments/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T160055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T160055Z UID:10000123-1723386600-1723386600@syta.org SUMMARY:Business Sessions IV Begins DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/business-sessions-iv-begins/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240701T133022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T134547Z UID:10000133-1723384800-1723392000@syta.org SUMMARY:Branson's Ice Cream Social DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Branson Ice Cream Social! Get the scoop on Branson at our delightful ice cream cart. Enjoy delicious treats while learning about all the fun and exciting things Branson has to offer. Don’t miss out on this sweet experience at the SYTA annual conference! \nSponsored by Explore Branson.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/bransons-ice-cream-social-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T131500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T141500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20231204T150208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T160012Z UID:10000078-1723382100-1723385700@syta.org SUMMARY:Explore NYC: Lunch on Own (all attendees) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/lunch-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T130100 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T130100 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T155841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T155841Z UID:10000122-1723381260-1723381260@syta.org SUMMARY:Business Appointment Session III Ends DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/business-appointment-session-iii-ends/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T111500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T121500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T190019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133035Z UID:10000167-1723374900-1723378500@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Preparing for the Worst DESCRIPTION:Location: Sugar Hill Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n Utilizing Crisis Simulations to Understand Roles and Responsibilities When Disasters Occur – Once your organization has developed a Crisis Response Plan and your team members have been trained in order to understand the role each of them play in a crisis response\, it is important to practice so everyone knows how to use the Plan. A Crisis Simulation activity allows team members to act out their part as if the simulation were a real crisis. It gives an opportunity for team members to develop a reference point and memory that they can call upon to help ensure they will react appropriately during a real-life event. Join our panel to participate in a live crisis simulation activity and come away with an experience and resources you can take back to your organization to make sure you are prepared for the worst. This session was organized by the SYTA Health & Safety Committee. \nSponsored by AFC Travel.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers: Dave Dennis with Cornerstone Safety Group and members of SYTA’s Health & Safety Committee \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-preparing-for-the-worst/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T111500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T121500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T185905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133155Z UID:10000166-1723374900-1723378500@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Applied DEIA Workshop DESCRIPTION:Location: Chelsea Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n Roni Weiss of Travel Unity\, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit that has curated DEI standards for Travel & Tourism\, and Harry Alvarez of Offbeat Travel will facilitate a workshop where participants will be invited to create their own roadmap for applied DEI\, including how to appeal to travelers of all backgrounds and identities\, diversify your workforce\, and improve relationships with local communities. \nSponsored by Visit Montgomery \n \n \n \n \n \n Speaker: Roni Weiss \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-applied-deia-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T111500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T121500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T185521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T133123Z UID:10000165-1723374900-1723378500@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Succession and Business Continuity Planning DESCRIPTION:Location: Bowery Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n Speaker: Andrea Ross \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-succession-and-business-continuity-planning/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240701T133108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T134442Z UID:10000134-1723370400-1723377600@syta.org SUMMARY:Branson's Ice Cream Social DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Branson Ice Cream Social! Get the scoop on Branson at our delightful ice cream cart. Enjoy delicious treats while learning about all the fun and exciting things Branson has to offer. Don’t miss out on this sweet experience at the SYTA annual conference! \nSponsored by Explore Branson.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/bransons-ice-cream-social-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T184503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T132957Z UID:10000164-1723370400-1723374000@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Communications in a Crisis – Get Ready Now! DESCRIPTION:Location: Chelsea Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n As anyone who has lived through a crisis can tell you\, you’ll never be completely ready when a crisis hits your firm or a tragedy affects your customers. It’s easy to be caught off guard when the media\, government officials\, law enforcement\, first responders or your travelers start flooding your phone\, email and social media channels! But you can guard against chaos by having your communications plan prepared in advance. In this session\, we will review a crisis communications program framework that covers what you need to communicate to your stakeholders Before\, During and After a crisis. The goal will be to arm you with Best Practices\, provide you with a template for a plan and get you started on creating Key Messages\, Holding Statements and tips for effective communications management in a crisis. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speaker: Cathleen Johnson with CJ Tourism Consultants.  \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-communications-in-a-crisis-get-ready-now/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240724T184021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T132907Z UID:10000163-1723370400-1723374000@syta.org SUMMARY:Education Session: Bridging the Gap DESCRIPTION:Location: Sugar Hill Room\, Executive Conference Center\, Lower Level \n \n \n \n \n \n How to effectively work with DMOs and tour operators. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers: Noelle Piche from Tourism Kingston will be the moderator. Panelists will be announced mid-July \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, click here.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/education-session-bridging-the-gap/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T155808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T155808Z UID:10000121-1723370400-1723370400@syta.org SUMMARY:Business Appointment Session III Begins DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/business-appointment-session-iii-begins/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20231204T145640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T131225Z UID:10000073-1723368600-1723395600@syta.org SUMMARY:Tour Operator Lounge DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by: Canada Tourism Partners & Fly My Group.\n\nLocation: Empire Ballroom West URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/tour-operator-lounge-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240711T152100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T195602Z UID:10000147-1723368600-1723375800@syta.org SUMMARY:Barista Bar DESCRIPTION:Discover Puerto Rico is proud to sponsor SYTA’s coffee break. Puerto Rico’s coffee is in itself a unique tradition\, and you will be able to savor one of the Island’s authentic flavors as you network and gather with peers and colleagues during the event. URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/barista-bar-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240711T170029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T170029Z UID:10000152-1723366800-1723397400@syta.org SUMMARY:SYTA Youth Foundation Auction & Chance Drawing DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information.  URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/syta-youth-foundation-auction-chance-drawing-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20231204T145715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T201209Z UID:10000074-1723366800-1723397400@syta.org SUMMARY:SYTA Central and Foundation Networking Lounge DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/syta-central-and-foundation-networking-lounge-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T094500 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T155629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T132235Z UID:10000119-1723366800-1723369500@syta.org SUMMARY:Tour Operator Travel Talks DESCRIPTION:Travel Talk 1: Northern Virginia Tourism Partners \n \n \n \n \n \n Travel Talk 2: Smoky Mountain Partners \n \n \n \n \n \n Travel Talk 3: Smoky Mountain Partners \n \n \n \n \n \n Travel Talk 4: Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/tour-operator-travel-talks/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240811T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240811T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T231630 CREATED:20240627T155736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T132555Z UID:10000120-1723363200-1723395600@syta.org SUMMARY:Connection Corner DESCRIPTION: URL:https://syta.org/conference2024/event/connection-corner-2/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR