HOTEL

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

The Cavalier Hotel is an exquisite venue that perfectly blends classic elegance with modern luxury. Nestled along the stunning Virginia Beach shoreline, this beautifully restored hotel boasts breathtaking ocean views and a rich history dating back to the 1920s. Attendees will enjoy spacious, well-appointed meeting rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology, allowing for a seamless and productive experience. The Cavalier’s commitment to exceptional service ensures that every detail is taken care of, making it an ideal location for the SYTA Summit.

Summit attendees will be staying at The Cavalier Hotel and the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort located just off the north end of the famous Virginia Beach boardwalk. Both hotels are part of a beautiful complex of hotels, spas and restaurants.

The Cavalier offers old world elegance while the Marriott Virginia Beach offers modern decor and a beautiful ocean view. Both are within a short walk of each other.

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

The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection

4200 Atlantic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757.425.8555

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.

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.

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.

Greg Dotson – Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts

There is so much value in attending Summit! The networking opportunities with leaders in the student travel industry are priceless. I was inspired by the great conversations around Sustainability and Responsible Travel and moved when our former scholarship winner, Gandi, shared his story. Scottsdale was a perfect destination for exploring and spending time with new and old colleagues.