Events Hospitality & Travel

Hospitality & Travel

Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show 2027

B2B & B2CLarge-scaleIn-personRegional draw
📅 16 January 2027 – 17 January 🏛️ Walter E. Washington Convention Center 📍 Washington, US ↗ 🏢 Marketplace Events 🔁 annual

350

Exhibitors

The preeminent consumer and trade travel marketplace in the Washington DC Metro area. It connects travel enthusiasts and travel advisors with thousands of domestic and international destination experts, tour operators, and global travel brands.

Exhibitor mix: The show floor includes specialized destination groupings along with focused areas such as the Dive & Water Sports Pavilion and the Outdoor Adventure Pavilion.

Travel Tourism traveltourismdestinationstour operatorstravel advisorsadventure travelvacations

Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show is held annually. This page tracks the next confirmed edition — Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show 2028 dates will be added here once announced.

Filter this event to your ICP.

350 exhibitors here. You probably care about 20–30. Tell us your ICP, we'll find them.

Request intelligence →

Delivery within 24 hours · $1,250

Venue

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Convention centre · 65,311 m² · 3 halls

A major convention center in Washington, D.C. featuring 703,000 sq ft of exhibition space, 198,000 sq ft of meeting space, and over 77 meeting rooms. It hosts large-scale trade shows, conventions, and meetings.

📍 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Operated by Events DC

73 events tracked at this venue → Venue website ↗

Organizer

Marketplace Events

PE-backed · Carmel, United States · Founded 2008

Marketplace Events is an organizer of consumer-facing exhibitions, trade shows, and enthusiast events across North America.

Runs 92 events →

Why people attend

Buyers and travel advisors attend to discover international and domestic vacation options, access exclusive show-only discount deals, attend educational seminars, and source new travel providers.

Who attends

Leisure travelersfamily vacation plannerstravel enthusiaststravel advisorstour operatorsand regional travel media.

Exhibitor categories

Tourism Boards & Destinational ExpertsCruise Lines & PackagesTour Operators & Adventure OutfittersResorts & HotelsDive & Water Sports Specialists

Sample matches

Filtered to a Series-B SaaS ICP. Your filter will be different.

Sample Match A

example.com

91 — High
Enterprise SaaS200–500 employeesAmsterdam, NL

"Strong ICP match: Series B, EU expansion, VP Engineering and CTO attending."

Sample Match B

example.io

79 — Medium
Cloud platform50–200 employeesLondon, UK

"Mid-stage SaaS with active GTM motion; product-led growth signals align with ICP."

████████ ██████

████████.io

██ — Medium
████████████ 200–500 employees ████, ██

"████████████████████████████████████████."

Submit your ICP
to unlock all matches

Request intelligence →

████████ ██████

████████.io

██ — Medium
████████████ 200–500 employees ████, ██

"████████████████████████████████████████."

Submit your ICP
to unlock all matches

Request intelligence →

Speakers

49 speakers at Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show

C

Christian Mani

General Manager North America · Discover the Cook Islands

"Cook Islands: The South Pacific Vacation You Didn’t Know You Needed"

Bio

Discover the Cook Islands, where no building is taller than a coconut tree. We’ll show you why this unspoiled, authentic destination offers Americans incredible value ($1 USD approx $1.71 NZD) and and experience far beyond the typical tropical resort.

Cook IslandsSouth Pacific traveltropical vacation
R

Rick Steves

Travel Writer, Host of Rick Steves Europe, and Travel with Rick Steves · Rick Steves Europe

"European Travel 2026"

Bio

Rick shares lessons from a lifetime of travel so you can learn from his experience and travel smarter. With his entertaining, information-packed talk you’ll learn the essential skills for smart travel from itinerary planning to venturing off the beaten path. Get Rick’s pro tips on packing light, escaping the crowds, saving money, maximizing your cultural experiences, and bringing home the best souvenir: a passion for building bridges rather than walls.

European travelsmart travelbudget travel

Also speaking at NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo

J

Julian Douglas

Travel Writer, Photographer, and Experience Curator · Listen, Journey, Savor

"Top Private Tours Around the World With “The Private Tour Connoisseur.”"

Bio

Whether you’re looking to explore ancient sights and museums or eat your way across the Italian countryside in a Ferrari, Julian will reveal his Top Private Tours around the world. Learn how to maximize what Private Tours have to offer, tips and tricks to find the best tours, save money and make them happen. Do the things you’ve always dreamed of doing, have once in a lifetime experiences, and check them off your bucket list.

private toursluxury traveltravel planning
B

Brandon Hughbanks

Senior Travel Insurance Specialist · Travel Insurance Center

"Travel Insurance – Don’t Overpay"

Bio

Join me to learn about travel insurance benefits and tips and tricks on how to save money when you purchase.

travel insurancetravel budgetfinancial planning
D

Deon Barnard

CEO · Go Touch Down Travel and Tours

"Discover South Africa with our Micro-Size Groups of Six Pax"

Bio

Our tours depart every week. No middleman and solo friendly rates. Join me to learn why you should travel to South Africa.

South Africa travelgroup tourssolo travel
R

Ralph Velasco

Founder and CEO · Continental DRIFTER Experiences

"TBA"

Bio

Tired of coming home from a trip wondering if you actually experienced the place—or just checked it off your list? In this engaging talk, travel photographer, tour leader, and creator of the Continental DRIFTER ® brand, Ralph Velasco, shows you how to slow down, travel deeper, and create truly memorable adventures. Drawing from his Mindful & Intentional Traveler book series—including his brand-new release, Bucket Lists for Travel: Places to Go Before Your Knees Give Out!—Ralph shares fun, practical ways to: Travel with more purpose and presence, Use your 5+ senses to engage deeply with your surroundings, Reflect on what truly matters—before, during, and after your trip, Seek more meaningful experiences instead of rushing from site to site.

mindful travelslow travelbucket list travel
A

Angel Castellanos

World Travel Expert, Journalist & TV Host · YouTube Channel The Tour Guy

"The Ultimate Guide for Better Travel in 2026"

Bio

Want to travel smarter, stress-free, and actually enjoy your vacation? This talk is your chance to join an exclusive group of savvy travelers who know how to make every trip unforgettable. Angel Castellanos—seasoned traveler with 200k air miles in 2026 and expert who spends almost half the year traveling—will share practical, cutting-edge travel tips and hacks tailored for today’s world.

travel hackssmart travelpacking tips
D

David McGuffin

Travel Enthusiast, Tour Operator, Musician, and Part-Time European · David McGuffin’s Exploring Europe

"EXPLORING EUROPE: Top Destinations, Attractions, and Experiences"

Bio

Join European travel expert David McGuffin as he shares travel tips, favorite destinations, and lessons learned from forty-eight years on the road. David spends about four months a year in Europe leading his small group tours, writing about his favorite destinations, and sharing his adventures via his social media, travel blog, and videos. He advocates avoiding crowds, living like a local, educated travel, and embracing the locale’s culture.

European travelgroup tourscultural travel
M

Mary Lee

Director of Business Development · Viking Cruises

"Exploring the World in Comfort with Viking"

Bio

Discover why Viking is the world’s leading river, ocean, and expedition cruise line. Learn how Viking’s destination-focused itineraries, culturally enriching experiences, and all-inclusive value allow you to explore the world in comfort.

cruisingluxury travelriver cruises
J

Joseph Rosendo

Executive Producer/Host/Director/Writer · Travel with Joseph

"Travel as a Life-Changing Experience"

Bio

For a memorable view of transformative travel, don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Joseph Rosendo, Emmy Award-winning travel journalist, broadcaster, television personality, public speaker and host of the PBS and CreateTV series “Joseph Rosendo’s Travelscope” and “Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out”. Joseph will share his five decades of travel experiences, and talk about how travel can be a life-changing and world-changing experience by opening up your heart and mind, paving the way for personal and growth.

transformative travelcultural immersiontravel journalism
T

Tenisha Holder

Senior Business Development Officer · Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.

"5 Reason Why Barbados is Always a Good Idea"

Barbados travelCaribbean tourism
P

Peter Greenberg

Emmy Award-Winning Investigative Reporter & Producer & CBS News Travel Editor · CBS News

"What the Travel Industry Won't Tell You...What You Need to Know and Use in 2025"

Bio

The promise and the threat of the travel explosion globally ~ a look at how to navigate the world in a time of overtourism, the decline of seasonal travel, traveler rights you don’t know about, and the brave new world of artificial intelligence.

overtourismtraveler rightsAI in travel
B

Beth Santos

Founder · Wanderful

"How to Travel Solo, from The Experts"

Bio

Solo travel has become a powerful way to connect deeply with the world, and it’s a trend that continues to grow. Join the leading women’s travel community Wanderful ( sheswanderful.com ) and a panel of solo travel experts and content creators who are here to share their unique stories and latest insights. Together, we’ll explore how to turn solo travel dreams into reality—covering everything from destinations and safety to the latest must-have gadgets and smart budgeting tips. No matter your experience, you’ll leave with tools, resources, and an exclusive list of our favorite travel gadgets to make your next solo journey unforgettable.

solo travelwomen traveltravel safety
H

Hannah Dixon

Founder · Digital Nomad Kit

"How to Travel Solo, from The Experts"

Bio

Solo travel has become a powerful way to connect deeply with the world, and it’s a trend that continues to grow. Join the leading women’s travel community Wanderful ( sheswanderful.com ) and a panel of solo travel experts and content creators who are here to share their unique stories and latest insights. Together, we’ll explore how to turn solo travel dreams into reality—covering everything from destinations and safety to the latest must-have gadgets and smart budgeting tips. No matter your experience, you’ll leave with tools, resources, and an exclusive list of our favorite travel gadgets to make your next solo journey unforgettable.

solo traveldigital nomadtravel safety

Also speaking at UK Construction Week Birmingham 2026

P

Paige Watts

Creator · Paige Minds The Gap

"How to Travel Solo, from The Experts"

Bio

Solo travel has become a powerful way to connect deeply with the world, and it’s a trend that continues to grow. Join the leading women’s travel community Wanderful ( sheswanderful.com ) and a panel of solo travel experts and content creators who are here to share their unique stories and latest insights. Together, we’ll explore how to turn solo travel dreams into reality—covering everything from destinations and safety to the latest must-have gadgets and smart budgeting tips. No matter your experience, you’ll leave with tools, resources, and an exclusive list of our favorite travel gadgets to make your next solo journey unforgettable.

solo traveltravel bloggingtravel safety
J

Jett Hattaway

Sales & Strategic Partnerships · Life Beyond the Room

"Authentic Italy - Preserving Culture & Tradition Through Meaningful Travel"

Bio

Learn how slow travel is changing the way we see and understand places and the people that make them special. With mass tourism on the rise, small locally owned businesses are often overlooked in some of Italy’s most iconic destinations. These artisans are often the ones who maintain age-old traditions unique to the region. By investing in these kinds of experiences, we not only can support local families, but we can play an active role in preserving culture & tradition while making meaningful connections with local people. This element of Slow travel is what makes our LBR experiences immersive and fulfilling both for the traveler and our hosts.

Italy travelslow travelsustainable tourism

+ 33 more speakers at this event.

More Hospitality & Travel events

Hospitality & Travel

Food World Summit

Grapevine, US Oct 2026

Hospitality & Travel

Einschulungslunch

Paderborn, DE Sept 2026

Hospitality & Travel

Anuga - The leading trade fair for the food and beverage industry

Cologne, DE Oct 2027

8,000 exhibitors

Hospitality & Travel

Caravaning Brno

Brno, CZ Nov 2026

200 exhibitors

More Hospitality & Travel events

All Hospitality & Travel trade showsAll events in United States

Frequently asked questions

When is Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show?+
Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show takes place on 16 January 2027 to 17 January 2027.
Where is Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show held?+
Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show is held at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, US.
Who organises Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show?+
Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show is organised by Marketplace Events.
How many exhibitors attend Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show?+
Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show typically hosts approximately 350 exhibitors.
How often is Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show held?+
Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show is held annual.

Ready to map Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show?

Request intelligence →