HOTEL

The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection and the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort are the locations for the SYTA Summit 2026.  This year’s Summit will be Tuesday, January 20th – Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

Summit meetings and events will be held at both locations offering a variety of settings to enhance the networking and learning by attendees. Both hotels are part of of a beautiful complex of hotels, spas and restaurants. It is a short walk outside between the two properties and transportation will be available. The evening events and social events will be at the Cavalier Hotel and the daytime meetings will be at the Marriott Oceanfront Resort.

The special Summit rate is offered three days prior and after the Summit if you want to come in early or stay later and enjoy the beautiful location, spas and wellness centers.

The Historic Cavalier Hotel is an exquisite venue that perfectly blends classic elegance with modern luxury.  This beautifully restored hotel boasts breathtaking ocean views and a rich history dating back to the 1920s.

The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection
4200 Atlantic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757.425.8555

The Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort is a modern new hotel that sits on the North End of the Boardwalk and guarantees ocean views for all Summit attendees.

 
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

During the registration process, attendees will be asked to select their hotel and we will make every effort to accommodate their requests.

Transportation 

Air 
Norfolk International Airport (19.2 miles to hotels)
Easy access to Taxis, Uber and Lyft.
Norfolk International Airport offers year-round and seasonal nonstop flights to major airports around the country and connections to hundreds more around the globe. Learn more about where they fly.
 
Richmond International Airport (101 miles to hotels)
Uber/Taxi $95.00 to $150.00
 
American through Charlotte from most destinations
 
Driving
Parking
The hotels offer self-parking for $32.00 per day.

Hollie Stevenson – CCIS, Inc.

For me, SYTA Summit is centered on relationship-building, and Scottsdale has met that expectation. Whether hiking on a scenic trail with stunning views or networking with industry peers over cocktails, the experience was memorable and vital in growing our business. The educational session on sustainable travel was particularly informative, inspiring me to reevaluate our office procedures and their potential impact on student travel.

Holly Avino – Destination Niagara USA

It has been fabulous so far! Everyone has been very welcoming with it being my first summit, being able to talk to just about everyone here has been really helpful and resourceful. The education has been impactful and the topics make complete sense for the demographic of the attendees.

Beth Beccone – Peak Group Travel

SYTA Summit is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate and network with my industry colleagues. The education sessions help to expand my understanding of current trends and the activities with my colleagues create friendships that go well beyond the conference. Already looking forward to next year!

Tara Hippensteel, National Director of Tourism, City Cruises

You get what you give- there are opportunities to network and learn ALL day. The Tour Operators are more open and relaxed. I’ve had the opportunity to discuss strategy and build the business- a much deeper dive than any other show.

SYTA STRATEGIC PARTNERS