Chicago Travel Advisors
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Saturday, February 1, 2025 – Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Join like-minded travel professionals in your area for a valuable networking and educational event experience on day one of the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show! This is your opportunity to interact with leading global destinations and suppliers through a dynamic itinerary of special interest sessions and show floor activities created to maximize your time at the event.
The FAM TAS Program Includes:
- Access to Educational Sessions led by leading experts and top destination representatives
- Exciting Passport Program with chance to win FAM Trip Giveaways and prizes
- Access to the Exhibition Saturday and Sunday to meet with suppliers, attend sessions, see cultural performances and more!
(Please Note, Program details are subject to change. Please check back for updates)
Floor Only Admission
Enjoy the Travel & Adventure Show with access to the show floor, exhibitors, and consumer-focused presentations throughout the weekend. As a TAS Travel Advisor, you will be credentialed with a Travel Advisor badge, letting all exhibitors know that you have been vetted and pre-qualified by the Travel & Adventure Shows.
Donald E. Stephens
Convention Center
2025 Show Dates/Hours:
Saturday, February 1: 9:30am – 5pm
Sunday, February 2: 11am – 4pm
Floor Only Admission OR
FAM-TAS PROGRAM
for Travel Advisors
Any Questions?
Please Contact Your Sales Rep
by Calling: 203-878-2577 x0
Email: sales@travelshows.com
Session Schedule – Saturday, February 1st
2025 FAM-TAS AGENDA (Check Back Soon For Updated Information)
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8:30 am - Registration Opens
Registration Opens
9:30 am – 10:30 am - Welcome Breakfast & Presentation with Mexican Caribbean
Welcome Breakfast & Presentation with Mexican Caribbean
Discover the New Era of the Mexican Caribbean
Lizeth Pérez Marín, Promotion Manager, The Mexican Caribbean Tourism Board
10:30 am – 12 Noon - Visit the Show Floor
Enjoy access to the show floor, exhibitors, and consumer-focused presentations.
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm - Lunch & Presentation with Alaska Land & Sea Adventures
Lunch & Presentation with Alaska Land & Sea Adventures
Anchorage: Your Basecamp for Alaskan Adventures!
Discover what makes Anchorage the perfect basecamp for Alaskan adventures and learn tips from a local expert to enhance your travel planning. With its proximity to national and state parks, abundant wildlife, and vibrant cultural experiences, Anchorage offers a unique blend of urban and wild, making it an ideal year-round destination for those seeking an unforgettable adventure. Gain valuable insights and resources to confidently create Southcentral Alaska itineraries that will captivate your clients.
Autumn Sperry, Tourism Sales Manager, Alaska Land & Sea Adventures
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm - FAM-TAS: Croatia National Tourist Board, Wine Tasting
FAM-TAS: Croatia National Tourist Board, Wine Tasting:
The most attractive Croatian destinations and prominent DMCs and hotels look forward to welcoming the US travel agents and advisors for the tasting of Croatian indigenous wine varieties and meet over B2B sessions at the Croatian Pavilion, booth #1811. You’ll learn all about travel to Croatia and have the opportunity to meet and discuss the newest itineraries and travel options with Croatian partners.
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm - Afternoon Session & Presentation with Explore Fairbanks Alaska
Afternoon Session & Presentation with Explore Fairbanks Alaska
Explore Fairbanks: Midnight Sun, Northern Lights, and Unforgettable Adventures in Alaska’s Golden Heart
Explore Fairbanks Alaska all year long! The Midnight Sun shines all night in the summer. Aurora Season begins in late August. Our inland location makes Fairbanks the ideal place to see the northern lights. Alaska’s “Golden Heart” interior is the gateway to Denali National Park and the Arctic.
Allysa Westman, Tourism Sales Manager, Explore Fairbanks
Immediately Following Afternoon Refreshments Passport Winners Announced
The winning entries will be selected and announced immediately following the FAM-TAS afternoon refreshments at the 2025 Chicago Travel & Adventure Show in a random drawing on February 1. Must be present to win.
Passport Program
FOR FAM-TAS REGISTERED AGENTS ONLY
2025 FAM-TAS Passport Program (Check Back Soon for Updated Information)
Enjoy access to an exciting passport program featuring a select group of leading destinations and suppliers who are eager to connect with you on the show floor!
Stop by all passport stations to get your FAM-TAS Program Passport stamped for your chance to win a Trip Giveaway.
Check Back Soon for Updated Information
Booth #: 1106
Three-night stay in Panama City Beach, FL and beach bag with Real. FUN. Beach. promo items.
Booth #: 1731
Adventure Tour for two in Croatia Includes: Cabin, Meal package & Bike rentals.
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Booth #: 1206
Visit Anchorage Swag bag with a $250 Voyij giftcard. (Voyji is an online retailer where you can buy local Alaskan products.)
Booth #: 1811
TBA
Booth #: 1732
$100 gift card from Giftogram. (Choose from hundreds of different vendors for your e-gift card.)
Booth #: 1309
TBA
Booth #: 1114
Swag basket with personalized beach bag + Two-night hotel stay within our Destination. Estimated Value: $750 (Terms & Conditions: Prize to be shipped to winner after the Expo.)
Booth #: 1212
A gift box of an assortment of delicious and artistic, genuine Alaskan items.
Booth #: 1109
Visit Lauderdale swag bag with an overnight stay in a Greater Fort Lauderdale hotel or resort.
Booth #: 1723
Two-day/one night weekend trip by rail through the amazing mountains of Switzerland with a three-course menu on an old wagon of the 19`s.
Booth #: 1005
TBA
Booth #: 1130
Promo code for two tickets to Canada – economy class, blackout dates apply.
Booth #: 1124
