SUMMIT OVERVIEW

The SYTA Summit is an exclusive retreat designed for student group tour operators and influential industry partners to engage in high-level networking and professional development. Over three transformative days, attendees will immerse themselves in a curated learning environment that fosters deep connections and innovative thinking. This Summit emphasizes peer engagement, enabling participants to explore cutting-edge ideas, emerging trends, and practical solutions that will position their businesses for future success.

Attendees will be inspired by a distinguished lineup of dynamic speakers and industry leaders, each bringing unique perspectives on both contemporary and enduring challenges. The SYTA Summit is more than just a conference; it serves as a sanctuary for reflection and rejuvenation, allowing participants to refine their skills and return to their organizations with renewed clarity and purpose.

Summit 2027 Registration Opening April 2026!

SYTA THANKS ALL OF OUR SUMMIT DESTINATIONS

Anaheim	Irvine
Banff Lake Louise	New Orleans
Branson	NYC
Cancun	Puerto Rico
Chicago	Punta Cana
Colorado Springs	Quebec
Costa Rica	San Diego
Cruise Bahamas	St.Louis
Fort Myers	Tampa
Hawaii	Toronto
Scottsdale

Interested in hosting a future SYTA Summit? Contact Chelsea MacKenzie, Director of Conferences and Meetings, at cmackenzie@syta.org.

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.

Jessica Johnson – Disney Imagination Campus at Walt Disney World Resorts

This years annual Summit was by far one of the best! The educational components were very robust and relevant to all in the Youth Travel Industry. The engagement opportunities allowed for deep connections amongst our community of professionals that strive to create opportunities for students to Perform, Learn, and Celebrate.

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.

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.