2025 SYTA Annual Conference Schedule at a Glance
Schedule below is updated as of 6/30/2025 and is subject to change.
Thursday, August 21
All Day
Expo/Decorator Set Up
Hall D
All Day
Attendees Arrivals
Friday, August 22
8:00 AM
Sightseeing Tour Registration
Jewel Box, 1st Floor
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Savannah Sightseeing Tours
Offsite
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Exhibitor Set Up
Hall D
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Showcase Floor Open
Hall D
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
SYTA Youth Foundation Auction
Hall D
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
New Attendee Get Together & Orientation
Sponsored by Visit Savannah
Room 110, 1st floor
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
International Reception (by invitation only)
Sponsored by Visit Orlando
Room 113, 1st floor
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
CSTP/CSTO Reception (by invitation only)
Sponsored by the Empire State Building Observatory
Room 112, 1st floor
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
SYTA Youth Foundation Patron Reception (by invitation only)
Sponsored by Golden Corral
Governors Ballroom Foyer, 3rd floor
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Opening Night Event: An Evening in Savannah (All Attendees)
Sponsored by Visit Savannah
Saturday, August 23
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Governor’s Ballroom, 3rd floor
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Showcase Floor Open
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
SYTA Youth Foundation Auction
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Branson Picnic Ice Cream Booth (ice cream served 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM)
Sponsored by Explore Branson
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
(Massages available 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM)
Sponsored by Visit Williamsburg
Hall D
10:00 AM – 12:12 PM
Business Appointment Session I
Hall D
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Thought Leader Session: Exit Readiness: Build Enterprise Value, Gain Freedom, and Plan for the Future
Room 211, 2nd floor
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Governor’s Ballroom
3:00 PM – 5:12 PM
Business Appointment Session II
Hall D
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Afternoon Break (Suppliers)
Hall D
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thought Leader Session: Uniting DMOs and Tour Operators for Success
Sponsored by Visit Montgomery
Room 211, 2nd floor
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thought Leader Session: Mindful Muscle Method, “Learn How To Move Again, Pain Free” – Seated Version
Sponsored by Visit Williamsburg
Room 212, 2nd floor
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Traveling within Latin/South America- Panel of SYTA Latin/South American Members
Room 211, 2nd floor
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Variable and Dynamic Pricing Strategies for Tour Operators and Attractions
Room 212, 2nd floor
Sunday, August 24
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Breakfast (Tour Operators)
Sponsored by Visit Anchorage, Alabama Tourism Department and Polynesian Adventure
Room 208/209, 2nd floor
8:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Travel Talk: Sweet Home Alabama
Sponsored by Alabama Tourism Department
Room 211, 2nd floor
8:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Travel Talk: Polynesian Adventure: Your Hawaii Connection
Sponsored by Polynesian Adventure
Room 210, 2nd floor
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Showcase Floor Open
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
SYTA Youth Foundation Lounge
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Branson Picnic Ice Cream Booth (ice cream served 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM)
Sponsored by Explore Branson
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
(Massages available 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM)
Sponsored by Visit Williamsburg
Hall D
10:00 AM – 12:12 PM
Business Appointment Session III
Hall D
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Thought Leader Session: Step Into the World of Healing Scents and Natural Wellness!
Sponsored by Visit Williamsburg
Room 211, 2nd floor
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Thought Leader Session: Courageous Leadership: Trauma-Informed Strategies To Build Resilient Teams
Room 212, 2nd floor
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Traveling within Europe – Panel of European SYTA Members
Room 212, 2nd floor
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Inclusive Journey: Advancing Training, Product Innovation, and Marketing in Travel & Tourism
Room 211, 2nd floor
3:00 PM – 5:12 PM
Business Appointment Session IV
Hall D
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Afternoon Break (Suppliers)
Hall D
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thought Leader Session: From Narrative to Numbers: Turning Your Story into Enterprise Value
Room 212, 2nd floor
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thought Leader Session: From Customers to SuperFans: How to Turn Engagement into Obsession
Room 211, 2nd floor
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Panel Discussion: Cultural Tours through the Eyes of Middle & High Schoolers!
Room 211, 2nd floor
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Beyond The Screen: Connecting With Potential Visitors With Experiential Marketing
Room 212, 2nd floor
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Branson Afterglow: “Under the Stars” (ticketed event, proceeds benefit the SYTA Youth Foundation; separate registration required)
Sponsored by Explore Branson
JW Marriott – Electric Moon Skytop Lounge
Monday, August 25
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
All Attendee Grab-and-Go Breakfast
Hall D Foyer
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Showcase Floor Open
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
SYTA Youth Foundation Auction
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Branson Picnic Ice Cream Booth (ice cream served 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM)
Sponsored by Explore Branson
Hall D
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
(Massages available 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM)
Sponsored by Visit Williamsburg
Hall D
10:00 AM – 12:12 PM
Business Appointment Session V
Hall D
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Thought Leader Session: The Power of Voice: Advancing Tourism Through Effective Advocacy
Room 211, 2nd floor
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Thought Leader Session: Strategic Sponsorships: Consumer Protection Refresher
Room 212, 2nd floor
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Thought Leader Session: Insurance & Risk Management Hot Topics: Agreements with the Schools, Parents, Hotels and More!
Room 212, 2nd floor
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Best of Broadway Luncheon (All Attendees)
Sponsored by Group Sales Box Office at Broadway.com
Governor’s Ballroom, 3rd floor
3:00 PM – 5:12 PM
Business Appointment Session VI
Hall D
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Afternoon Break (Suppliers)
Hall D
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Closing Event (All Attendees)
Sponsored by Savannah Riverboat Cruises
Riverfront Plaza Dock
Tuesday, August 26
August 26 – 29
Macon, Sandy Springs & Cartersville, GA
August 26-27
SYTA Board of Directors Meeting
Hotel Tybee
Attendee Departures