INDUSTRY EVENTS CALENDAR 2024 MEETING PLANNER THEMEETINGMAGAZINES.COM | CORPORATE & INCENTIVE TRAVELYOUR NEXT MEETING JUST LANDED IN TULUM. Give your attendees the experience of paradise in this Mexican oasis. Sunny days lie ahead for meeting planners in Tulum, Mexico, thanks to the new Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO). In addition to the Cancún International Airport (CUN), travel to beautiful Tulum and its premier resort destinations is now even more accessible. Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, MexicoHilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, MexicoConrad Tulum Riviera Maya, Mexico A NATURAL BEAUTY This sparkling city located on the southeastern tip of Mexico is ready to welcome you. Creating spectacular meeting backdrops, Tulum boasts turquoise waters, white beaches, and revered seaside Mayan ruins. Crystalline cenotes, along with other attractions and excursions, like day trips to Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, await. The Biosphere Reserve hosts intimate tours for conference goers that provide rare access to the region’s spectacular wildlife and Mayan ruins. Another highlight at the Reserve is floating down an ancient Mayan canal once used as a trading route. With your memorable Tulum backdrop in place, two Hilton hotel brands, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya and Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, welcome attendees and accommodate your meeting with style and ease. Each are a short distance from one another on the same gated property. CONRAD TULUM RIVIERA MAYA Discreetly tucked into mangrove forests alongside the coast, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya marries Tulum’s natural ambience with regional, sophisticated influences. Behind the open-air lobby’s magnificent carved doors, reflective pools lined with palm trees flow to an infinity pool and swimmer-friendly waters. Mayan-inspired artifacts and custom natural art enhance public spaces and guest rooms, providing a true sense of place and comfort. With upscale amenities at every turn, there’s something for everyone who seeks a luxury experience, including five pools, and 11 restaurants with menus creatively presented and made with wholesome, indigenous ingredients. Each of our 241 rooms and suites comes elegantly appointed and with a private ocean or resort view, perfect for your VIPs. HILTON TULUM RIVIERA MAYA ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT Only a short golf cart or van drive away, the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort is an eco-chic oasis, brimming with amenities. One price covers everything at this all-inclusive, including accommodations, food, entertainment and activities. There are 735 rooms and suites with private balconies and oceanfront or resort views, 13 restaurants and bars, and nine pools. All are just steps away from a secluded bay that feels like a natural sanctuary and private beach. MOTTO BY HILTON TULUM Perhaps you or your attendees want to extend your stay after your meeting. Our nearby Motto by Hilton Tulum is the perfect place for a getaway if you need to unplug for a few days on your own. Where local flair is appreciated and celebrated, this unique hotel delivers authentic designs and experiences with locally curated food and beverage options, and two rooftop pools. You will find Motto by Hilton Tulum nestled in Hunab Lifestyle Center, a lively shopping and dining destination. Learn more about our hotels in Tulum at hilton.com © 2023 Hilton MEETING IN THE MANGROVES Both properties share the only dedicated event center in Tulum. This 50,000-square-foot center located at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya includes: • Tulkal , the main ballroom with 31,000 square feet of flexible space • Tulkalito, our junior ballroom accommodates 900 attendees and can be divided or used as a prefunction space for larger events in Tulkal • Four meeting rooms, each with 581 square feet, for smaller meetings or breakout sessions • Terraza Coba , a covered terrace for starlight receptionsWhen you partner with Disney for your meeting or event, you get access to best-in-class planners, industry-leading technology, world-class culinary experts and unforgettable entertainment. But, most importantly, you’ll get Disney’s legendary creativity, storytelling and attention to detail. When you use our imagination, you will transform your meeting into something incredible only found at Disney. Use Our Imagination. 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Most importantly, you’ll get Disney’s legendary creativity , storytelling and attention to detail. We will work with you every step of the way, sharing and developing ideas and resources to create the best possible outcome for your organization. With Disney Meetings & Events, rest easy knowing all your meeting event needs can be found in one place; with beautiful accommodations, flexible meeting and event venues and uniquely Disney content to engage and inspire . We create solutions for you to connect with your attendees, staff and employees while helping you move your business or organization forward. TRANSFORMING SPACES, Transcending Expectations. Over $1 billion is being invested in every facet of our guest experience. We are dedicating $188 million to The Venetian ® Convention Center into a modern renaissance of Italian grandeur. Spaces will be more customizable with cutting-edge technology and offer impeccable service that’s synonymous with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. 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Visit venetianmeetings.com to find out more.SMTWThFS 28 4 11 18 25 30 6 13 20 272829 1 8 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 31 7 14 21 2 9 16 23 1 3 10 17 24 2 SITE Global Conference February 26-29; Global Conference Center; Istanbul, Turkey siteglobal.com/event/global-conference-istanbul ASAE CEO Symposium February 12-13 Rancho Bernardo Inn; San Diego, CA bit.ly/3Tk2hZj Asia Pacific Incentives & Meetings Event February 19-21 Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Center Melbourne, Australia; bit.ly/3NrFOpd AMC Institute Annual Meeting February 14-16; MGM Mandalay Bay; Las Vegas, NV amcinstitute.org/annual-meeting ADMEI Annual Conference February 22-24; Loews Atlanta; Atlanta, GA admei.org/conference Meetings Africa February 27-28; Sandton Convention Centre Johannesburg, South Africa; meetingsafrica.co.za Meet NY February 27; Marriott Marquis New York, NY nysaenet.org/ meetnymain 2024 International Inbound Travel Association Summit February 11-14 Sheraton Hotel Downtown Memphis; Memphis, TN; inboundtravel.org/summit-2024 Travel South USA - The Netherlands Sales Mission & Nordic Sales Days February 24-March 4 AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen; Copenhagen, Denmark; industry.travelsouthusa.com/netherlands-sales-mission-nordic-sales-days FEBRUARY 2024 International Confex February 28-29; ExCel London Royal Victoria Dock; London, England; international-confex.com The Professionals’ Forum Financial Industry Summit February 28-March 1; Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum Nashville, TN; theprofessionalsforum.com Deanna Kirk, Associate Director of Sales | Deanna.Kirk@venetianlasvegas.com | 702-414-1000 | venetianlasvegas.com get to know THE VENETIAN® RESORT LAS VEGAS Located in the heart of the Strip, The Venetian® Resort Las Vegas features all-suite accommodations, exquisite restaurants, celebrity chefs, entertainment, nightlife, and shopping. Venetian Meetings offers an undeniable advantage as a fully integrated resort. With over 2.25 million square feet of meeting and convention space, we deliver convenience, flexibility, and unparalleled service with a dedicated meetings concierge team. The optimal foundation for a successful event starts here. We are built for business — your business. To celebrate the resort’s 25th anniversary, they’ve embarked on a $1 billion reinvestment to elevate their Italian legacy, which includes a $188 million refresh of more than 1 million square feet of The Venetian Convention Center, featuring a neutral color palate, new technology and more updates to allow clients to create custom engagement opportunities at their events. Travel South USA Canada Sales Mission January 29-February 2; Toronto and Montreal, Canada; industry.travelsouthusa.com/canada-sales-missionMore than meets the eye COLORADO SPRINGS Don’t let our good looks fool you. 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