Arival 360 Conference to explore the future of AI in travel
The lineup of events and speakers has been announced for the annual Arival 360 Conference 2023.
It takes place in Orlando, Florida, from October 9-12.
It attracts leaders in the global tours, experiences and activities sector.
Major topics this year will include AI for the experiences industry, digital distribution, and pricing.
“The travel industry and the way people experience it is going through another period of dynamic change – and experiences are at the heart of that,” said Douglas Quinby, CEO, Arival.
Over 1,000 delegates from tours, activities, attractions and experiences sectors are expected to attend.
Confirmed speakers include:
ALKA CARTER-MANNING, Regional Director EMEA & Global Accounts, TUI Musement
CASANDRA MATEJ, President & CEO, Visit Orlando
SARAH DINES, Chief Commercial Officer, Viator
GREG DESHIELDS, Executive Director, Tourism Diversity Matters
DAN CHRISTIAN, CEO & Founder, Acceleration Team, Inc.
JUDY GAULTHIER, Chief Commercial Officer, Go City
LISA CHEN, President, ToursByLocals
JUSTIN CHARSCHAN, Manager, Ticketing, Major League Baseball
MARC MEKKI, Innovation Thinker, Inspire Limitless
MICHAEL CHUA, Vice President, Global Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, Ticketmaster Entertainment, Inc.
MYRA GALINATO, Vice President & General Manager, Blue Hawaiian Activities
SCOTT O’NEIL, CEO, Merlin Entertainments
Delegates will also have the opportunity to connect with peers and key distributors and potential partners.
This year’s event hosts the first ever Arival and TourReview Spotlight Awards – a duo of awards aimed at recognizing outstanding businesses.
The Conference takes place at the Rosen Shingle Creek, one of the largest full-service convention hotels in Central Florida.
Delegates can register here.
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