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 PMSYTA Central
TBDSightseeing Tours
6:00 PM – 8:00 PMOpening Reception
9:00 PM – 10:00 PMAfterglow
Wednesday, January 20, 2027
6:00 AM – 7:00 AMSummit Meet Up/Walk Run
7:00 AM – 8:00 AMBuffet Breakfast and Networking
7:30 AM – 9:30 AMSYTA Central
8:00 AM – 8:15 AMWelcome Round Tables
8:15 AM – 9:45 AMRound Table Session 1
9:45 AM – 10:00 AMNetworking Break
10:00 AM – 10:15 AMSYTA President, CVB President, and Committee Welcome
10:15 AM – 11:15 PMEducation Session
11:30 AM – 12:30 PMLunch
12:45 PM – 2:00 PMKeynote
2:00 PM – 2:15 PMNetworking Break
2:15 PM – 3:15 PMGroup Activity
3:15 PM – 3:30 PMNetworking Break
3:30 PM – 4:30 PMEducation Session
4:30 PM – 5:15 PMLeisure Time
5:30 PM – 8:00 PMEvening Reception
9:00 PM – 10:00 PMAfterglow
Thursday, January 21, 2027
TBDPikai ceremony
6:00 AM – 7:00 AMSummit Meet Up/Walk Run
7:00 AM – 8:00 AMBuffet Breakfast and Networking
7:30 AM – 9:30 AMSYTA Central
8:00 AM – 8:15 AMWelcome Round Tables
8:15 AM – 9:45 AMRound Table Session 2
9:45 AM – 10:00 AMNetworking Break
10:00 AM – 10:15 AMSYTA President, CVB President, and Committee Welcome
10:15 AM – 11:15 PMEducation Session
11:15 AM – 12:30 PMLunch
12:30 PM – 1:30 PMGroup Activity
1:30 PM – 1:45 PMNetworking Break
1:45 PM – 2:45 PMEducation Session
2:45 PM – 3:15 PMNetworking Break
3:15 PM – 4:15 PMTour Operator Forum
4:30 PM – 7:00 PMLeisure Time
7:00 PM – 9:00 PMClosing Reception and Dinner
9:00 PM – 10:00 PMAfterglow
Friday, January 22, 2027
TBDPikai ceremony
TBDSYTA Central
TBDGrab n’ Go Breakfast
TBDSightseeing Tours
Attendee Departures
Saturday, January 23, 2027
TBDPost Fam Tours
Attendee Departures

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.

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.

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.