Cultural Tourism and Student Group Travel: Group Activity at Talking Stick Entertainment District. Hosted by Discover Salt River

“Cultural tourism is backed by a desire to discover, learn about and enjoy the tangible and intangible cultural assets offered in a tourism destination, ranging from heritage, performing arts, handicrafts, rituals and gastronomy.” -UNESCO

Summit attendees will spend the afternoon with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), an established sovereign tribe experiencing their history and culture. Learn how you can incorporate these traditions into your student itineraries, while enjoying the art, crafts and food of this local community.

Speakers

• Moderator: Dayne Whitehurst, National Sales Director, Medieval Times
• Rick McAllister, Principal Planner with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
• Celeste Lanuza, Medieval Times Senior VP of Sales and Marketing (key contact during building process)
• Brian Gewecke, SRPMIC – Community Development Department, Senior Environmental Specialist 
• Barb Mock, Travel with Barb, Tour Operator that travels with indigenous groups 
• Maleena Deer, Discover Salt River Manager, SRPMIC

Location: Phoenix/Scottsdale