Summit 2027 Schedule

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.

SYTA Summit is one of my favorite industry events because it is so much more intimate than a traditional trade show. The smaller setting creates meaningful opportunities to connect with clients on a deeper level and build genuine relationships. I especially enjoy participating in local activities with current and prospective clients, as it allows us to get to know one another in a relaxed, informal business environment. As a supplier, those shared experiences often lead to stronger...

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.

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.

What I love about the SYTA Summit is how intimate it is. Every year it moves to a new destination, and the upcoming trip to Hawai‘i is all about diving deep into the local culture. The scheduled appointment sessions of the SYTA Annual Conference are excellent, but the smaller group size at Summit gives you the opportunity to make deeper connections. Between the great speakers, learning sessions, and hands-on community projects, you actually get to slow down and work side-by-side. It’s the...

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.

SYTA Summit gives me a unique opportunity to connect with other tour operators on a deeper level, talk through shared challenges, and exchange ideas and best practices. It also allows for more meaningful conversations with vendors and the chance to really learn about their offerings in a way that the shorter appointments at Annual Conference don’t always allow. At the same time, you get to experience the destination firsthand and come away with a much deeper understanding of what it can offer...

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!

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.