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The Travel Convention

THE TRAVEL CONVENTIONCosta Navarino, Greece // 12-14 October 2015

• what’s going on and what lies ahead?

• the latest issues and trends affecting the industry

• best business practice and innovations coming

down the line

• quality networking with fellow delegates

The Travel Convention is the UK travel industry’s flagship event; providing inspiration to delegates through an outstanding programme of content, with thought-provoking ideas to challenge the way they think and approach their business, as well as providing opportunities to network informally and socially with colleagues and industry experts.

The 2015 Travel Convention will take place at Costa Navarino, in the Greek region of Messinia in southwest Peloponnese.

AttendeesThe Travel Convention is attended by professionals spanning the full breadth of

the mainstream and specialist travel sector; from cruise lines, tour operators,

hotels and airlines, to all forms of travel retailer.

It is also attended by travel industry specialists, such as accountants, lawyers and

insurance providers; as well as those providing business knowledge and advice,

from technology providers to marketing experts.

The Travel Convention attracts around 30 travel journalists from the UK national,

consumer and travel trade press – more than any other UK travel industry

conference.

Numbers for this year’s Convention are anticipated to be around 500, providing

delegates with the optimum event and networking experience.

The foundation of every Travel Convention is developed around four key pillars:

Promotional Opportunities

THE TRAVEL CONVENTION

Sponsorship Price Quantity

Lead Partner POA 1

Headline Partner £20,000 4

Badges & Lanyards £10,000 1

Guest Speakers £6,000 4

Convention App & £4,000 1

SMS Updates

Convention E-news £3,000 1

Convention Bar £3,000 3

Media Reception £2,500 1

Delegate Folders £1,500 1

Football team £1,000 2

Sponsorship

Advertising Price Size

Convention E-News £250 Banner advertisement

(bi-weekly e-blast)

Convention Programme £1,350 Inside front cover – full page

£1,150 Outside back cover – full page

£950 Inside back cover – full page

£375 Run of house – full page

£225 Run of house – half page

+20% Premium position

Convention Website £300 Skyscraper advertisement

160 (w) x 600 (h) pixels

£200 Skyscraper advertisement

160 (w) x 300 (h) pixels

£500 for 4 weeks Home page banner advertisement

468 (w) x 100 (h) pixels

£500 for 4 weeks Bottom banner advertisement

(appears on all pages, bar Homepage)

468 (w) x 60 (h) pixels

Advertising

This year’s Travel Convention is taking place at Costa Navarino, an exclusive resort in southwest Peloponnese which has two luxury five star hotels, a Convention Centre, golf courses and many other activities on-site. ABTA has exclusive use of The Westin Resort Costa Navarino for delegate accommodation, which is attached to the House of Events where the business sessions will take place. As such, the Convention provides a captive audience throughout the three days of the event, presenting a fantastic opportunity for companies to promote their brand. Promotional opportunities include a wide range of sponsorships and advertising options, providing the opportunity to reach delegates before, during and after the event.

Contact

To discuss these and any other promotional opportunities you have in mind, please contact Giles Harper on 07771 812372 or email giles.harper@travega.co.uk

Some of the benefits of the highest profile opportunities are highlighted in the pages that follow.

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Advertising Price Size

THE TRAVEL CONVENTION

Promotional Highlights

Headline PartnerFour companies have the exclusive opportunity to be a Headline Partner of this year’s Travel Convention.

Headline Partners can be from any sector of the industry from Greece specialists to multi-destination tour operators,

online retailers, airlines, cruise lines, CRS, car rental, hotel group, financial services, legal services etc.

As a Headline Partner, a wide and high profile range of branding opportunities will be available prior to and during the

Convention, including:

» your logo on all event materials before and during the Convention, including the stage set

» exclusive networking opportunities

» editorial coverage in Convention publications and e-flyers

» an ‘exclusive’ branded area within the Convention Centre

» advertising opportunities

» three complimentary registrations

» and much more…

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» your logo on the screen throughout the session

» your logo alongside the speaker’s details on the Convention website and in the Convention Programme

» a 40 second video commercial shown before or after the sponsored session

» and more…

Guest Speaker

Sponsorship of one of the Guest Speakers is a great way to achieve visibility for your organisation during the Convention’s main stage sessions. Benefits include:

Justin Urquhart-Stewart, Sponsored by Vertical Systems

Her Grace, Duchess of Northumberland, Sponsored by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.

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THE TRAVEL CONVENTION

Promotional Highlights

SMS Alerts will keep delegates informed throughout the event about any changes to

programme times, transfers or breaking news. Benefits include:

» your logo on the front page of the Convention App

» your company name mentioned at the end of each SMS alert

» your logo on the Convention website

» your logo within the Convention Programme

» an editorial feature on the Convention website and on a Convention E-news

» an advertisement in the Convention programme

» and more…

The Convention Bar

The ever popular Convention Bar allows delegates to continue their networking into the early hours.

Sponsorship is available for one or more nights. Benefits include:

» your logo on signage at the entrance to the bar

» the opportunity to brand the bar

» your logo on the Convention website

» your logo within the Convention programme

» an advertisement in the Convention Programme

» and more…

Convention App and SMS Alerts

The Convention App will provide instant access to the latest event programme as well as easy links to

the Convention’s Twitter account. and an email link to the Convention moderator/conference producers. The App allows delegates to communicate directly with each other before, during and after the Convention.

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You can promote your products and services to delegates before, during and after the Convention, by taking advantage of our many advertising opportunities.

Convention ProgrammeThe Convention Programme will be distributed to delegates two weeks

prior to the Convention. The Programme will include details on the event

including: business sessions, specialist sessions, social events, sporting

activities and much more.

THE TRAVEL CONVENTION

Advertising

Convention E-NewsA promotional database of approximately

9,000 travel industry professionals will receive

by e-mail, regular issues of Convention E-News

updating them on the business sessions,

specialist sessions, social events, sporting

activities and much more.

Convention WebsiteLeading up to the Convention, delegates

will be visiting the Convention website

(www.thetravelconvention.com) for up-to-date

information, to book their accommodation

and to register for the event.

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Convention ProgrammeLjubljana, Slovenia

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Hosted by

Convention Programme

Ljubljana, Slovenia

21-23 September 2014

The Power of Personal

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Hosted by

Convention Programme

Ljubljana, Slovenia

21-23 September 2014

The Power of Personal

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THE TRAVEL CONVENTION

Convention Feedback

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It is ten years since my last ABTA Convention and

I am so pleased I went this year! I thought the

Convention was excellent with great speakers

and relevant information. Great networking

opportunities!

Catherine Foster, Visit Norway

I thought that it was one of the best

Conventions ever. The content started

extremely well and the majority of the other

presenters lived up to the opening.

Andy Cooper, Director of Government and External Affairs, Thomas Cook Group

Inspirational and great presentations - really

made me think!

Nishma Robb, Google

Professional and enjoyable. The perfect

combination!

James Berresford, VisitEngland

I really do think it was a superb Convention

overall. Great venue, thought provoking content

and good networking opportunities. Thank you

and congratulations to you and all the team.

Jo Rzymowska, General Manager, UK & Ireland, RCL

Good event, better again this year so will

definitely consider next year too. Good balance

between sessions and networking, well done.

Tom Dunkley, World Travellers

An extremely well run and informative event –

first class as always.

Andy Washington, Managing Director, Expedia

I thought this year’s Convention was a

fantastic occasion and the feedback has been

great from a variety of sources not usually

given to easy praise!

James Lancaster, The Telegraph

I appreciate the exposure for Travelzoo from the

lanyard sponsorship, including placement in the

programme and even the reminder texts about

wearing them.

Joel Brandon-Bravo, Travelzoo

For further information please contact:

Giles Harper

The Travel Convention

Rapier House

4-6 Crane Mead

Ware

Herts

SG12 9PW

Mobile: 07771 812372

Email: giles.harper@travega.co.uk