CULINARY TRAVEL trade events

Our events are quality, thought-provoking and topical events for the gastronomy tourism industry.

FOODTREX TRADE SUMMITS

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Our FoodTreX Trade Summits bring together destinations and their key stakeholders, with tour operators, media and other interested parties, to focus on the business of culinary tourism development and promotion. Unlike largely educational events, FoodTreX Summits are designed more with B2B networking opportunities in mind - to help drive sales to small businesses and attract new tourists to various destinations — many of which are lesser-known. Held in person and on a regional basis, our summits foster collaboration and innovation among like-minded hospitality professionals.

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AREA ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

An area roundtable gathers local culinary tourism stakeholders to discuss ideas, challenges, and concerns about developing and promoting culinary tourism. Hosted informally by our Association and free to attend, these meetings are typically online but can also be in-person, always moderated by a local Association Ambassador.

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WORLD FOOD TRAVEL DAY

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Each year, we dedicate one day, April 18, to spotlight how and why we travel to experience the world’s unique culinary cultures. Show your support and join one of the fastest-growing movements.

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WHO ATTENDS OUR FOOD TOURISM EVENTS?

Our events attract a diverse range of attendees, including tour operators, travel agents, guides, cooking class hosts, wineries, breweries, chefs, restaurant owners, entrepreneurs, lodging providers, destination developers, government officials, chambers of commerce, real estate developers, and media professionals such as journalists, writers, bloggers, and photographers.

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    TOURIST GUIDES

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    WINE TOURISM

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    COOKING CLASSES

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    TOURISM BOARDS

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    JOURNALISTS & WRITERS

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    CHEFS & RESTAURANT OWNERS

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    BEER TOURISM

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    RESEARCHERS & ACADEMIA

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    DESTINATION MARKETERS

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    GOVERNMENTS

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    TOUR OPERATORS

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    TRAVEL AGENTS

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A FEW OF OUR PAST EVENT PARTNERS & SPONSORS

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