Snaking across the Caribbean to bridge Central and South America, Panama holds great global significance despite its compact size. Beyond its volcanic cloud forests filled with birdsong and wildlife, a capital city with buzzing nightlife and historic backstreets, white sand beaches dotted with palm trees, and the world-renowned canal that revolutionized international travel and trade, Panama will captivate and surprise travelers at every turn.

Come see for yourself what everyone will soon be talking about.

EVENT SNAPSHOT:

• Marketplace

• MediaConnect

• Pre-Summit Adventures

• Day of Adventure

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Business solutions

• Inspiring stories

• Connections and camaraderie

• Thought-provoking big ideas

AGENDA:

Sunday, 6 October - Delegates arrive in Panama City

Monday, 7 October – Day of Adventure,  Networking, Registration

Tuesday, 8 October – ATWS Educational Sessions and Opening Reception

Wednesday, 9 October – Business to Business Meetings & Networking

Thursday, 10 October – ATWS Educational Sessions, MediaConnect, and Closing Keynote

Friday, 11 October – Delegates depart

What is the Adventure Travel World Summit?

The Adventure Travel World Summit is the biggest event of the year for adventure travel professionals who work and play like no other industry.

An estimated 800 tour operators, destination representatives, adventure travel writers, and thought leaders from across the globe gather as one like-minded community to explore travel trends, celebrate milestones, and develop new connections. Event highlights include innovative ideas from keynote speakers, panel presentations from expert voices, a destination marketplace for buyers and suppliers, an optional “Day of Adventure” to showcase the offerings of the region, and a MediaConnect Session to pitch story ideas to international writers and editors.

What you’ll do:

• Develop lasting relationships while taking in the adventure opportunities of each year’s featured destination.

• Hear from experts and thought leaders who are driving the industry forward with visionary ideas for the future of travel.

• Enjoy four days of casual and structured opportunities for connection