IPW Event Location
Below is a preliminary schedule (times subject to change). Details will be added as they are confirmed. Unless otherwise noted, all events will be held at the Orange County Convention Center (South Building).
IPW management is dedicated to ensuring attendees a safe and productive environment. The 5-day event will follow protocols and regulations set forth by the CDC, state and local governments and the Orange County Convention Center. Guidelines based on the latest protocols will be updated in advance of IPW
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles between Host Hotels and Orange County Convention Center's South Building
Every 10-15 minutes
Connect Travel
Connect Thrive Summit
Co-located event. Separate registration required.
Booth Set-Up
Registration / Press Room Hours
Destination Experiences Registration Desk
Buyers: Please reconfirm your tour at the Destination Experiences Desk.
Ad Hoc Meetings, Brand Activations
Tourism Cares Volunteer Opportunity
Start off IPW by pairing business with purpose, volunteering and education. Learn more.
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles between Host Hotels and Orange County Convention Center's South Building
Every 10-15 minutes
Connect Travel
Connect Thrive Summit
Co-located event. Separate registration required.
Booth Set-Up
Registration / Press Room Hours
Destination Experiences Registration Desk
Transportation to Press Brunch
Transportation from the Orange County Convention Center’s South Building to the Press Brunch.
IPW Kickoff
10 Tips for How to Build (or Re-build) Your International Business – and Why?
IPW Press Brunch and Tours
Open only to registered journalists.
Tours depart directly from the press brunch at Noon and return to the convention center by 5 p.m.
Brand USA
Brand USA Global Trends and Market Intelligence
Brand USA experts share the latest in global consumer sentiment, market intelligence, and trends across the top origin markets for international travel to the USA. Come learn about country-specific keys to success and how to leverage Brand USA’s coming initiatives and partner opportunities.
No advance sign-up is required.
Visit Orlando and partners
Discover I-DRIVE Block Party
Visit Orlando and their partners are taking over Icon Park’s beautiful lawn area!
Catch up with industry colleagues and check out the “Maximus Truck,” an enormous, state-of-the art, self-contained culinary experience serving festival fare from local restaurants to the beats of our live DJ. Or take advantage of our exclusive “Show your Badge & Save” program and experience several popular attractions.
Stop by for an hour or stay for the afternoon and relax ahead of a busy week. We’ve made this experience fun, easy and flexible for you to Discover I-DRIVE!
Getting to and around I-Drive is easy—walk, bus, pedicab, or hop on the famous I-Ride Trolley from the Orange County Convention Center. Transportation will run from 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. continuously.
Destination Experiences for Buyers
Destination Experiences Depart from the Orange County Convention Center’s South Building at 11:00 a.m.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour departure time to check-in.
Evening Event Shuttles
Event Shuttles from Host Hotels to Walt Disney World® Resort EPCOT®
Walt Disney World(R) Resort
Opening Event
A Celebration of Culture and Possibilities
Join us for opening night of IPW 2022 at EPCOT® for A Celebration of Culture and Possibilities! Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of World Showcase as diverse Disney stories come to life. Enjoy a variety of international culinary delights, specialty beverages, global entertainment, unique photo opportunities and a few surprises as you stroll around the world at this exclusive party. This special event will be held June 5, and we invite you to be part of the magic as we welcome the world back to Orlando.
Evening Event Shuttles
Event Shuttles from Walt Disney World® Resort EPCOT® to Host Hotels
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles from Host Hotels to Orange County Convention Center's South Building
Every 5-10 minutes
Connect Travel
eTourism Summit
Co-located event. Separate registration required.
Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Brand USA
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
Orange Grove
Engage with Visit Orlando and Florida Partners from all over the Sunshine State during the open networking hours.
IPW Focus
Education Opportunities (located on show floor).
Learn More about the IPW Focus sessions.
U.S. Virgin Islands Dept of Tourism
Brand USA Media Marketplace
Open only to registered journalists and exhibitors who purchased the Media Marketplace Package.
Business Appointments
Brand USA
Lunch
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
Orange Grove
Engage with Visit Orlando and Florida Partners from all over the Sunshine State during the open networking hours.
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles from Orange County Convention Center's South Building to Host Hotels
Every 5-10 minutes
U.S. Virgin Islands Dept of Tourism
Brand USA Media Marketplace Reception
Open only to registered journalists and Media Marketplace participants.
7:00-9:00 a.m.
Convention Center Shuttles from Host Hotels to Orange County Convention Center's South Building
Every 5-10 minutes
Connect Travel
eTourism Summit
Co-located event. Separate registration required.
Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
Orange Grove
Engage with Visit Orlando and Florida Partners from all over the Sunshine State during the open networking hours.
U.S. Travel Association
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
IPW Focus
Education Opportunities (located on show floor).
Learn More about the IPW Focus sessions.
Destination DC
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
U.S. Virgin Islands Dept. of Tourism
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Business Appointments
NYC & Company
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Greater Miami CVB
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
NYC & Company / Broadway Inbound
Lunch
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
Orange Grove
Engage with Visit Orlando and Florida Partners from all over the Sunshine State during the open networking hours.
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles from Orange County Convention Center's South Building to Host Hotels
Every 5-10 minutes
Transportation to Destination Downtown Orlando
Transportation from Host Hotels to Destination Downtown Orlando event.
Drop-off location: Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center
NOTE: This is not a looping shuttle service; there will only be a single departure.
Visit Orlando
Destination Downtown Orlando
The vivid city center drives, entertains and magnetizes the region. Enjoy live entertainment and performances by a local talent, a showcase of downtown Orlando's unique food and beverage scene and shop from local makers. Transportation provided by Visit Orlando from the convention center and host hotels.
Separate (complimentary) registration required. Learn more and register.
Transportation from Destination Downtown Orlando
Transportation from Destination Downtown Orlando event to Host Hotels
Pick-up location: Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center
NOTE: This is not a looping shuttle service; there will only be a single departure.
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles from Host Hotels to Orange County Convention Center's South Building
Every 5-10 minutes
Connect Travel
eTourism Summit
Co-located event. Separate registration required.
Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
Orange Grove
Engage with Visit Orlando and Florida Partners from all over the Sunshine State during the open networking hours.
IPW Focus
Education Opportunities (located on show floor).
Learn More about the IPW Focus sessions.
Visit Lake Charles
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Greater Boston CVB
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Business Appointments
Utah Office of Tourism
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Las Vegas CVA (past host city)
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Visit San Antonio (future host city)
Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Experience Kissimmee
Lunch
Networking Session, Marketing & Technology Pavilion, and Open Appointments
Orange Grove
Engage with Visit Orlando and Florida Partners from all over the Sunshine State during the open networking hours.
Convention Center Shuttles
Convention Center Shuttles from Orange County Convention Center's South Building to Host Hotels
Every 5-10 minutes
American Express
$10,000 Buyer Prize Drawing
All registered (in-person) international and domestic buyers are eligible; however you must be present during the drawing to win.
Booth Teardown
Evening Event Shuttles
Event Shuttle from Host Hotels to Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando Resort
Closing Event - Islands of Adventure
Universal Parks & Resorts is throwing one of the biggest parties ever for IPW 2022. We’ve reserved the entire Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park just for you. All night long, you’ll have unlimited access to the incredible rides and attractions in The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM – HogsmeadeTM, along with Skull Island: Reign of Kong, and Jurassic World VelociCoaster. It’s an entire universe of action and thrills-and it’s all yours.
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Evening Event Shuttles
Event Shuttle from Universal’s Islands of Adventure to Host Hotels