Attend as a Domestic Buyer
IPW—the world's premier Visit USA marketplace—welcomes domestic buyers to attend and meet with thousands of qualified U.S. exhibitors in one location.
For 2021, IPW is coordinating with Connect Travel to expand the domestic (U.S.-based) buyer program. Differentiation between the two tracks allows exhibitors to better plan and prepare for appointments understanding whether the organization’s respective passengers are international-based or U.S.-based.
Depending on type of business and origin of passengers, eligible domestic buyers will be classified as:
- Receptive/Inbound Operators
- Domestic Tour Operator
- Domestic Wholesaler
- Online Travel Agents (OTA)
- Retail Agency/E-Commerce
- Consortia/Travel Club
IPW Domestic Buyer Program
- Intended for U.S.-based travel package companies whose revenues are driven in large amount by international visitors (51% or more).
- Buyer delegates should be sourcing travel in a decision-making capacity.
- Typical buyer categories for inclusion in the IPW Domestic Buyer program include receptive/inbound operators, global OTAs and global e-commerce travel companies.
- Buyers are subject to pre-approval by the U.S. Travel Association and the IPW Advisory Group, which is comprised of exhibiting destinations and organizations.
NOTE: Receptive Tour Operators are required to also exhibit at IPW 2021.
Connect TOUR Domestic Buyer Program
- Intended for U.S.-based travel package companies whose revenues are driven primarily through U.S.-based passengers.
- Buyer delegates should be sourcing travel in a decision-making capacity.
- Typical buyer categories for inclusion in the Connect TOUR Domestic Buyer program include domestic operators, U.S.-focused OTAs, retailers, consortia, and travel clubs.
- Buyers are subject to pre-approval by Connect Travel.
Key Points for Both Programs
- Eligible for the same registration fees and appointment schedule.
- Intended for established businesses (three years or more) whose primary business function is travel.
- Require packaged travel, including a combination of hotels, attractions, transportation, etc., as the core function of the company's business.
- Prospective buyer organizations must provide three current U.S. supplier references.
March 31 Information Session
U.S. Travel, premier sponsor Brand USA and our hosts, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and Travel Nevada look forward to welcoming our new and returning buyers to IPW 2021.
On March 31, the IPW team shared exciting updates and what you can expect at this year’s show. Click below to view the recording or download the slide deck.
Registration Information
The first step to participating at IPW is to register online using your organization login codes.
Your one-time registration fee covers up to 44 pre-scheduled appointments with U.S. exhibitors, all meals and related functions which are an official part of IPW, host city destination experiences and local tours, and more.
Already Registered?
Log into the My IPW portal using your individual login codes to:
- make registration changes and additions
- update your profile
- find delegates (available late May 2021)
- pay invoices
- manage appointments
Key Dates and Deadlines
May
18
2021
Housing Bureau Opens - Hosted Delegates
Hosted delegate housing opens for appointment-taking buyers and journalists as well as U.S.…
June
1
2021
Membership Dues Deadline
U.S. Travel Association 2021 membership dues must be paid by this date to qualify for IPW member…
June
28
2021
Online Appointment Scheduling Available
Appointment scheduling instructions will be emailed to registered delegates and online…
Appointments
Through IPW's pre-scheduled appointments, you will have valuable face-to-face time to build and strengthen relationships with exhibitors. Learn more about IPW's online appointment system to get prepared before appointment scheduling opens.
Hotel and Travel
Find helpful information about hotel reservations, destination experiences, volunteer opportunities, and ground transportation services offered to attendees.