Following its successful inaugural International Destination Conference in 2024, ACTA has partnered with the Tourist Office of Spain for its 2025 event, to be held in Castilla y Leon, Oct. 27-Nov. 1. Applications are now open with a deadline of July 13.
Last year’s conference in Portugal’s Azores was a resounding success.
This year, a six-day itinerary will be able to discover the historic region of northwest Spain connecting with local providers, and improving product knowledge while further developing social media business-building skills.
“Castilla y León is the perfect destination for our international conference, offering a rich blend of history, culture, and hospitality,’ said Wendy Paradis, ACTA President. “With its dramatic landscapes, UNESCO heritage sites and culinary experiences, it provides an inspiring setting for connection and innovation in travel. We are excited to bring our members together in this extraordinary region.”
Isabel Martín Benítez, Director for Canada at the Tourist Office of Spain said: “It is an honour to be the host country for this year’s ACTA International Destination Conference. This event will provide a valuable opportunity to show ACTA travel advisors a region of Spain that is not yet widely known among Canadian tourists, allowing them to discover a beautiful part of our history, culture, gastronomy and heritage. I am confident that this initiative will strengthen the ties between Spain and Canada, bringing our two countries even closer together.”
How to apply
Advisors must apply online before midnight EST, Friday, June 13. Only ACTA travel advisor members will be considered and those with a professional designation of CTC will be given priority. Companions are not allowed. Apply HERE.
Cost
Those selected to join ACTA in Castilla y León will be advised by Thursday, July 3 and invited to provide their booking details, agree to a code of ethics, and submit a non-refundable conference fee of CDN$799 based on single-occupancy – this includes all transfers, single occupancy accommodations, food and beverage, and a custom itinerary. Airfare is not included; however, ACTA is working with select airline partners to offer discounted rates for those selected to attend. Flight savings information will be provided upon acceptance.
Those advisors who are not currently ACTA members can submit their membership application at www.acta.ca/membership.
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