BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SYTA - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SYTA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://syta.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SYTA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20290311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20291104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20300310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20301103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20310309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20311102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTSTAMP:20260910T132641Z CREATED:20260910T131631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T132641Z UID:10000040-1789430400-1792108799@syta.org SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 DESCRIPTION:During Hispanic Heritage Month\, SYTA proudly recognizes and celebrates our Hispanic members and the many contributions they make to our association\, the travel industry\, and the communities they serve. \nYour leadership\, culture\, perspectives\, and commitment enrich the SYTA community and help create meaningful travel experiences that broaden students’ understanding of the world. We are grateful for all you bring to our membership—not only during Hispanic Heritage Month\, but throughout the year. \n \n \n \n \n \n Key Details \n\nDates: September 15 to October 15\, 2026. [1]\n2026 Theme: “Unidos\, Somos Más” (Together\, We Are More). [2]\nSignificance: September 15 marks the independence anniversaries of Costa Rica\, El Salvador\, Guatemala\, Honduras\, and Nicaragua\, with Mexico\, Chile\, and Belize celebrating theirs immediately after. [3]\nBackground: Started as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 by President Lyndon B. Johnson and expanded to a 30-day period by President Ronald Reagan in 1988. [4] URL:https://syta.org/event/hispanic-heritage-month-2026/ CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-HispanicHeritage-03.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTSTAMP:20260923T162229Z CREATED:20260923T162224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T162229Z UID:10000043-1791763200-1792108799@syta.org SUMMARY:Arival 360 | Spokane DESCRIPTION:More than an event\, Arival 360 | Spokane is the global meeting place for the experiences community. From tours and activities to attractions\, distribution and technology\, it’s where ideas turn into strategy\, partnerships spark growth\, and industry leaders define what’s next. \nLearn more on the Arival website. URL:https://syta.org/event/arival-360-spokane/ LOCATION:Spokane Conference Centre\, 334 W Spokane Falls Blvd\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-Arival360Spokane2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTSTAMP:20260922T182957Z CREATED:20260922T182953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T182957Z UID:10000042-1791849600-1792108799@syta.org SUMMARY:IMEX America 2026 DESCRIPTION:The heartbeat of the global business events industry.\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n IMEX America is the largest trade show for the global meetings\, events and incentive travel industry.  \nTheir award-winning show brings the meetings industry together to do a year’s worth of business under one roof. Suppliers and buyers from every sector of the meetings industry come together at IMEX\, held at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino\, Las Vegas. \nTheir free-to-attend four-day program offers specialist education\, networking and much more\, on and off the trade show floor.  \nLearn more on the  IMEX America website. \n  URL:https://syta.org/event/imex-america-2026/ LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino\, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd\, Las Vegas\, Nevada\, 89119 CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-IMEXAmerica2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022 DTSTAMP:20260923T162559Z CREATED:20260923T162555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T162559Z UID:10000044-1792281600-1792627199@syta.org SUMMARY:Bienvenue Québec 2026 DESCRIPTION:A must-attend bilingual event for the Quebec tourism industry\, groups and individuals.\n \n \n \n \n \n Created in 1989 by the Bus Carriers Federation\, Bienvenue Québec is an annual business event featuring a “speed meeting” concept dedicated to tourism. Its dynamic format allows suppliers of tourism products and services to efficiently meet key decision-makers—travel agencies\, receptive agencies\, and tour operators—during ten-minute appointments scheduled through the event platform. The goal is simple yet powerful: to attract and integrate their destinations into the travel itineraries of these market influencers. \nLearn more on the Bienvenue Québec website. URL:https://syta.org/event/bienvenue-quebec-2026/ LOCATION:Hôtel-Casino Hilton du Lac-Leamy\, Gatineau\, 3 Bd du Casino\, Gatineau\, Quebec\, J8Y 6X4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-BienvenueQuebec2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103 DTSTAMP:20260923T163303Z CREATED:20260923T163259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T163303Z UID:10000050-1793577600-1793663999@syta.org SUMMARY:ETOA Global European Marketplace 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Global European Marketplace is ETOA’s influential annual travel trade event connecting over 800 industry professionals.\nLearn more on the ETOA website. URL:https://syta.org/event/etoa-global-european-marketplace-2026/ LOCATION:Magazine London\, 11 Ordnance Cres\, London\, SE10 0JH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-ETOAGEM2026-Social.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTSTAMP:20260923T161443Z CREATED:20260923T161440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T161443Z UID:10000045-1793664000-1793923199@syta.org SUMMARY:World Travel Market 2026 DESCRIPTION:The home of the world’s travel trade.\n\n\n\n\nWTM London is where the global travel community comes together\, a powerful platform for connection\, collaboration and change. \nAs the world’s most influential travel and tourism event\, WTM London brings together the international leisure travel industry to inspire\, educate and create opportunity. It’s where travel professionals connect\, ideas take flight and partnerships are built. \nFrom networking to sourcing\, learning to showcasing\, WTM London empowers the travel industry to grow stronger together. A true celebration of the power of connections\, community\, diversity and innovation. \n\n\nLearn more on the World Travel Market website. URL:https://syta.org/event/world-travel-market-2026/ LOCATION:Excel London\, Royal Victoria Dock\, 1 Western Gateway\, Royal Docks\, London\, E16 1XL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-WTM2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTSTAMP:20260901T203148Z CREATED:20260901T201713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T203148Z UID:10000038-1793664000-1794700799@syta.org SUMMARY:2026 China Student Travel FAM DESCRIPTION:The China National Tourist Office New York (CNTO)\, in partnership with the Student & Youth Travel Association (SYTA)\, invites qualified SYTA tour operators\, travel agencies\, and group travel planners to apply for the 2026 China Student Travel FAM. \nDesigned specifically for student travel professionals interested in developing or expanding student and youth travel programs to China\, this FAM goes beyond a traditional destination visit. The program combines firsthand destination experiences with practical product development\, giving participants opportunities to evaluate hotels\, restaurants\, performance venues\, educational resources\, transportation\, attractions\, and other services suitable for student groups. \nOur goal is simple: participants should return home not only inspired by China\, but with a clearer understanding of how to build\, operate\, and sell China programs for their students. \n \n \n \n \n \n Open to: SYTA Active/Tour Operator MembersDeadline to Participate: September 18\, 2026 (12:00 Midnight EDT)Contact: Coco\, China National Tourist Office in New York\, info@cnto.org \n \n \n \n \n \n Review the Draft Itinerary and Travel Information here. \nTo be considered\, please complete the application form here. URL:https://syta.org/event/2026-china-student-travel-fam/ CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-2026ChinaStudentTravelFAM-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTSTAMP:20260923T163817Z CREATED:20260923T163813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T163817Z UID:10000046-1794700800-1795046399@syta.org SUMMARY:NTA Travel Exchange '26 DESCRIPTION:THE TOURISM INDUSTRY’S MOST ENGAGING EVENT\n \n \n \n \n \n Travel Exchange brings together packaged travel professionals from all over North America and around the world. The National Tour Association’s annual conference features buyers of all types and specialties who meet with tour suppliers\, DMOs\, DMCs\, and receptive operators to build partnerships\, collaborations\, and creative itineraries. Gathering beneath the Travel Exchange umbrella are industry experts within the NTA community who offer detailed information and resources about a variety of tour types\, customer markets\, destinations\, and experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more on the NTA Travel Exchange website. URL:https://syta.org/event/nta-travel-exchange-26/ LOCATION:Arvest Convention Center\, 100 Civic Center\, Tulsa\, OK\, OK\, 74103\, United States CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-NTATravelExchange2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTSTAMP:20260923T160645Z CREATED:20260923T160640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T160645Z UID:10000047-1795996800-1796428799@syta.org SUMMARY:2026 USTOA Annual Conference & Marketplace DESCRIPTION:Since 1972\, the USTOA Annual Conference & Marketplace continues to unite prominent North American travel firms\, tourism suppliers\, and destinations from all over the world in a select and intimate setting. This event provides unique benefits such as an easygoing business environment\, networking opportunities for 700 chosen travel professionals\, and direct access to travel industry leaders and decision-makers who represent top US-based travel companies with a collective annual sales volume of over $11 billion. \nFurthermore\, the conference includes informative speaker sessions that present compelling case studies\, new tools and tactics\, and thought-provoking ideas to enhance businesses. Participants gain valuable insights into the North American travel market and the most recent trends affecting the industry and travelers worldwide. \nAll activities\, both social and professional\, are planned to give Associate Members plenty of opportunities to meet some of America’s most respected and renowned tour operators. \nLearn more on the USTOA website. URL:https://syta.org/event/2026-ustoa-annual-conference-marketplace/ LOCATION:San Francisco Marriott Marquis\, 780 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-USTOAConf2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202 DTSTAMP:20260924T174528Z CREATED:20260924T174525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T174528Z UID:10000011-1796083200-1796169599@syta.org SUMMARY:GivingTuesday 2026 DESCRIPTION:GivingTuesday is a Movement that Unleashes the Power of Radical Generosity Around the World.\nGivingTuesday reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity. \nTheir global network collaborates year-round to inspire generosity around the world\, with a common mission to build a world where generosity is part of everyday life. \nLearn more on the GivingTuesday website. URL:https://syta.org/event/givingtuesday-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-GivingTuesday2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219 DTSTAMP:20260923T161824Z CREATED:20260923T161819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T161824Z UID:10000048-1797379200-1797638399@syta.org SUMMARY:The 80th Annual Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference DESCRIPTION:The Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference offers guests interested in music education an array of clinics and exhibits\, as well as access to music and teaching icons. The conference will also focus on industry trends and future topics in business and music education. With more than 18\,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than 40 countries\, The Midwest Clinic offers music educators and musicians alike an unmatched networking opportunity. \n\nLearn more on the The Midwest Clinic website. URL:https://syta.org/event/the-80th-annual-midwest-clinic-international-band-and-orchestra-conference/ LOCATION:McCormick Place West\, 2301 S. Indiana Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-MidwestClinic2026-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270123 DTSTAMP:20260527T155946Z CREATED:20260429T133757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T155946Z UID:10000030-1800316800-1800662399@syta.org SUMMARY:SYTA SUMMIT 2027 DESCRIPTION:A Leadership Summit in Honolulu\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStudent travel continues to demonstrate resilience in a rapidly changing world\, creating opportunities to lead with greater intention and better serve the students and communities at the center of our work. Against this backdrop\, the SYTA Summit 2027 in Honolulu will explore how Hawai‘i’s communities have navigated change with strength and innovation—and what that means for the future of student travel. \n\n\n\n\nThis summit brings together student travel professionals and industry leaders to learn directly from local voices in Hawai‘i\, while gaining a deeper understanding of Hawai‘i as a premier student travel destination. Attendees will see how destination programming\, cultural engagement\, and community partnership enhance student experiences and create greater impact for student groups. \n\n\n\n\nThe goal is an immersive leadership experience that builds professional skills while deepening perspective\, empathy\, and adaptability in ways that strengthen student travel programs.\n\n\n\n\n\nBy connecting leadership principles with real-world examples from Hawai‘i\, attendees will gain practical insights they can apply within their organizations and use to design more impactful\, educational\, and community-centered student travel experiences.\n\n\n\nVisit the official summit website to learn more. URL:https://syta.org/event/syta-summit-2027/ CATEGORIES:SYTA Summit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SYTA-Events-Pg-Summit-2027.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270202 DTSTAMP:20260902T183210Z CREATED:20260901T203116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T183210Z UID:10000039-1800835200-1801526399@syta.org SUMMARY:2027 New Zealand Student Travel Experience DESCRIPTION:A select group of SYTA member leaders will be invited to take part in an exclusive North Island New Zealand FAM Trip. \nDesigned as a high-impact buyer program\, this experience goes beyond traditional familiarization. It is intentionally built for decision-makers looking to actively expand into New Zealand\, with a focus on product validation\, supplier access\, and real-world program development. \nAcross Auckland\, the Bay of Islands\, and Rotorua\, participants will engage directly with key partners\, explore scalable student travel experiences\, and assess operational logistics firsthand. The goal is simple: to return with the relationships\, insight\, and confidence needed to successfully build and sell New Zealand programs within the next 12–24 months. \nParticipants should plan to arrive in Auckland on Monday\, January 25. The program concludes in Auckland on Monday\, February 1\, with onward or return travel options available. \n \n \n \n \n \n Open to: SYTA Active/Tour Operator Members (you do not have to attend SYTA Summit to participate)Contact: Brent Imrie\, Managing Director\, Tour Time at Brent.Imrie@tourtime.co.nz \n \n \n \n \n \n To learn more\, view the full details on the SYTA Summit 2027 webpage. \nTo be considered\, please complete the application form here. URL:https://syta.org/event/2027-new-zealand-student-travel-experience/ CATEGORIES:Travel Industry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SYTA-2027NewZealandStudentTravelExperience-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270813 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270817 DTSTAMP:20251007T004250Z CREATED:20250822T162500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T004250Z UID:10000006-1818115200-1818460799@syta.org SUMMARY:2027 SYTA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:2027 SYTA Annual Conference\nAugust 13-16\, 2027 | Ottawa\, Ontario\nThe SYTA Annual Conference welcomes all representatives from the global student and youth travel market to join us as we collaborate for a better student travel industry. The SYTA Annual Conference is the only annual conference in North America where anyone who is passionate about promoting\, selling\, and providing travel experiences for students will find dedicated\, insightful and actionable collaboration that will advance their student and youth travel business. URL:https://syta.org/event/2027-syta-annual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Annual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ANNUAL-CONFERENCE-BASIC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20280818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280822 DTSTAMP:20251007T004327Z CREATED:20250822T162643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T004327Z UID:10000007-1850169600-1850515199@syta.org SUMMARY:2028 SYTA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:2028 SYTA Annual Conference\nAugust 18-21\, 2028 | St. Louis\, MO\nThe SYTA Annual Conference welcomes all representatives from the global student and youth travel market to join us as we collaborate for a better student travel industry. The SYTA Annual Conference is the only annual conference in North America where anyone who is passionate about promoting\, selling\, and providing travel experiences for students will find dedicated\, insightful and actionable collaboration that will advance their student and youth travel business. URL:https://syta.org/event/2028-syta-annual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Annual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ANNUAL-CONFERENCE-BASIC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20290810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20290814 DTSTAMP:20251208T135543Z CREATED:20251208T135543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T135543Z UID:10000009-1881014400-1881359999@syta.org SUMMARY:2029 SYTA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:2029 SYTA Annual Conference\nAugust 10-13\, 2029 | Boston\, MA\nDetails coming soon! URL:https://syta.org/event/2029-syta-annual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Annual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ANNUAL-CONFERENCE-BASIC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20300816 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20300820 DTSTAMP:20251208T135741Z CREATED:20251208T135624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T135741Z UID:10000010-1913068800-1913414399@syta.org SUMMARY:2030 SYTA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:2030 SYTA Annual Conference\nAugust 16-19\, 2030 | Branson\, MO\nDetails coming soon! URL:https://syta.org/event/2030-syta-annual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Annual Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://syta.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ANNUAL-CONFERENCE-BASIC.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR