The Summit 2027 schedule is currently being finalized.

Below is the tentative schedule for Summit 2027. Please note that details are still being finalized and are subject to change.

Tuesday, January 19, 2027
Attendee Arrivals
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM SYTA Central
TBD Sightseeing Tours
TBD Social Responsibility Project
TBD Opening Reception
TBD Afterglow
Wednesday, January 20, 2027
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Summit Meet Up/Walk Run
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM Buffet Breakfast and Networking
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM SYTA Central
8:00 AM – 8:15 AM SYTA President, CVB President, and Committee Welcome
8:15 AM – 10:15 AM Local Keynote/Scenarios
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Group Activity
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Education Session
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM Lunch
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Education Session
2:30 PM – 2:45 PM Networking Break
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM Welcome Round Tables
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Round Table Session 1
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM Leisure Time
5:15 PM – 9:00 PM Luah Reception and Dinner
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM Afterglow
Thursday, January 21, 2027
TBD – Sunrise Pikai ceremony
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM Buffet Breakfast and Networking
7:30 AM – 9:30 AM SYTA Central
8:00 AM – 8:15 AM SYTA President, CVB President, and Committee Welcome
8:15 AM – 9:45 AM Crisis Engagement Planning Workshop
9:45 AM – 10:15 AM Networking Break
10:15 AM – 11:45 AM Education Session/Workshop
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Group Activity
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM Networking Break
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM Welcome Round Tables
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Round Table Session 2
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM Networking Break
4:15 PM – 5:15 PM Tour Operator Forum
5:15 PM – 7:00 PM Leisure Time
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Closing Reception and Dinner
Friday, January 22, 2027
TBD Pikai ceremony
TBD SYTA Central
TBD Grab n’ Go Breakfast
TBD Sightseeing Tours
Attendee Departures
Saturday, January 23, 2027
Attendee Departures
Sunday, January 24, 2027
Attendee Departures
Post Fam Tours

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.

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.

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.