FAM Trips Post-FAM organizers will transport you from Go West Summit 2027 on Galveston Island to the start of the FAM trip. At the end of the FAM, attendees will be transported to the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on the morning of Sunday, March 7th. Guests are responsible for their own transportation home from Sky Harbor Airport . All requests are subject to approval by each FAM trip organizer. FAM itineraries are subject to change. Participation in FAM trips requires buyers to complete the entire FAM trip. Late arrival and early departure requests will not be honored. FAM trips are coordinated by and requests are reviewed by the agency in which the event takes place. Go West Summit is not granted any approval rights since they neither created nor administered them. Each agency has been asked by their partners to first grant permission to buyers and journalists representing their key markets before considering requests outside those markets, so be sure your profile is accurate and up-to-date before submitting your requests.

Image courtesy Travel Texas FAM Trips Travel Texas and its partners are proud to present the following Familiarization (FAM) trips to registered Go West Summit 2027 buyers. FAM Registration is now open. Buyers and media can request participation through their GWS accounts. (Click on the FAM trips below for trip details) All requests are subject to approval by each FAM trip organizer. FAM itineraries are subject to change. Participation in FAM trips requires buyers to complete the entire FAM trip. Late arrival and early departure requests will not be honored. All Pre-FAM attendees are responsible for their own transportation to the start of the FAM Trip. Organizers will transport attendees to Las Vegas for Go West Summit 2026. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation home. At the end of Go West Summit, Post-FAM organizers will transport attendees to the start of their FAM Trips. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation home at the end of the FAM Trip. FAM trips are coordinated by and requests are reviewed by the agency in which the event takes place. Go West Summit is not granted any approval rights since they have neither created nor administered them. Each agency has been asked by their partners to first grant permission to buyers and journalists representing their key markets before considering requests outside those markets, so be sure your profile is accurate and up-to-date before submitting your requests. Pre-FAM organizers will determine their start location and ask you to join them there. They will then transport you to the start of Go West Summit. Post-FAM organizers will transport you from Go West Summit to the start of their trip. It will be your responsibility to arrange your flight from your final destination.

Details on the Grapevine Dallas 2027 FAM trip. To be eligible, you must be a registered buyer or media representative attending Go West Summit 2027 on Galveston Island, TX FAM Trips Guests should plan to arrive in El Paso, TX on Tuesday, February 23rd. at the end of the FAM, Organizers will fly attendees to the start of Go West Summit. Participants are responsible for their own accommodations and transportation after the FAM trip concludes on Galveston Island. All requests are subject to approval by each FAM trip organizer. FAM itineraries are subject to change. Participation in FAM trips requires buyers to complete the entire FAM trip. Late arrival and early departure requests will not be honored. FAM trips are coordinated by and requests are reviewed by the agency in which the event takes place. Go West Summit is not granted any approval rights since they neither created nor administered them. Each agency has been asked by their partners to first grant permission to buyers and journalists representing their key markets before considering requests outside those markets, so be sure your profile is accurate and up-to-date before submitting your requests.

Media Who Qualifies to Attend? To be qualified, media must be: Journalists who cater to an international audience Able to provide distribution/readership information upon registering Able to provide previous examples of published works* upon request for qualification purposes * Published works must be about travel within the American West. Media are expressly forbidden to sell advertising to suppliers while on the floor . Suppliers pay their registration fee and expect to discuss and sell their products or services with the media. Go West Summit now offers a Tech and Marketing Provider registration designed for companies looking to sell their products and services to suppliers during Marketplace. What's Included: One set of pre-scheduled appointments (if registered before the appointment selection process closes) Delegate profile directory One breakfast, three lunches, and evening events with fun, food, and dancing! Discounted hotel room rates (if registered before the reservation cut-off date) FAM Trip consideration “Best of the West” itineraries Access to Destination Day activities How to Register: Media are welcome to register at the rate of $295. Click the registration button below to complete your registration form and submit your payment. You will receive an email confirmation that includes instructions as well as other important Go West Summit information. REGISTRATION BEGINS JUNE 1ST Cancellation Policy: Attendees who wish to cancel on or before December 27, 2026: Full refund (less a $75 processing fee) December 28, 2026 - January 24, 2027: 50% refund will be granted. No refunds after January 25, 2027, for no—shows or “acts of God.” Cancellation requests must be sent here. Required Presence: Future attendance at Go West Summit will be reviewed for those who cancel immediately after being declined for FAM trips, do not honor scheduled appointments, or use their appointment time inappropriately. Register

FAM Trips THIS FAM IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW RQUESTS THIS FAM TRIP IS FULL AND NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW REQUESTS. Post-FAM organizers will transport you from Go West Summit Las Vegas to the start of the trip. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation home from Salt Lake City, Utah, on Thursday, April 9th. All requests are subject to approval by each FAM trip organizer. FAM itineraries are subject to change. Participation in FAM trips requires buyers to complete the entire FAM trip. Late arrival and early departure requests will not be honored. FAM trips are coordinated by and requests are reviewed by the agency in which the event takes place. Go West Summit is not granted any approval rights since they neither created nor administered them. Each agency has been asked by their partners to first grant permission to buyers and journalists representing their key markets before considering requests outside those markets, so be sure your profile is accurate and up-to-date before submitting your requests.

When: Friday, January 10, 2025; 8:00 – 10:00 am Where: BMW Performance Center 86050 Jasper Lane, Thermal, CA 92274 Experience: This program includes driving various BMW models, including M models, for multiple laps. Driving a BMW X model on an off-road course. A Hot Lap with a certified BMW instructor to demonstrate a BMW’s full performance potential. Please note that guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from The BMW Performance Center. How to Book: Log in to your GWS account page to find booking links. Limited availability. A credit card will be required at the time of booking. Cost: $199.00 per person, which represents a 40% discount off retail price. Cancellation: To avoid a cancellation penalty of $199.00 per person, all cancellations must be received more than 2-weeks prior to the driving experience. No refunds will be provided for cancellations 14-days or less prior to the event.

Destination Details Colorado Springs is the centerpiece of the Pikes Peak Region in central Colorado just one hour south of the state’s capital, Denver. Visitors arrive using the Denver International Airport (DEN) or fly directly from one of many U.S. cities into the Colorado Springs Airport (COS). Known for its scenic beauty, iconic attractions and wide variety of outdoor activities and adventures, Colorado Springs is a great addition to your Colorado or Western United States Itinerary. Clients can count on unique experiences that will be the envy of their friends, family and followers. Colorado Springs provides urban amenities such as world-class museums and vibrant culinary and cultural landscapes. But within minutes, you can be in the mountains, surrounded by towering pine trees, breathing in the crisp mountain air and soaking in the plentiful sunshine. Top Attractions Pikes Peak – America's Mountain (National Historic Landmark) Cog Railway to the summit of Pikes Peak Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center Garden of the Gods Park Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon Dinner & Show Ford Amphitheater Space Discovery Center Glen Eyrie Castle Miramont Castle U.S. Air Force Academy U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Cave of the Winds Mountain Park Manitou Cliff Dwellings The Broadmoor Seven Falls Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tours (Cripple Creek) Gaming Casinos (Cripple Creek) Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (Canon City) Royal Gorge Route Railroad (Canon City) Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience (Canon City) Future Attractions U.S. Senior Open (2025) Hosmer Visitor Center at United States Air Force Academy (2026) Renovated Chapel at United States Air Force Academy (2027) Top Activities Hiking in Pike National Forest Horseback riding in Pike National Forest Horseback riding in Garden of the Gods Rock climbing Whitewater rafting Bird & wildlife viewing Cycling E-bike & Segway tours ATV & off-road tours Fishing Paddle Board Yoga Scenic drives Golfing Nature Centers Your Go West Summit Contact Amy Long Chief Innovation Officer Phone: +1 719-685-7630 Email: Amy@VisitCOS.com Web: www.VisitCOS.com

Technology & Marketing Providers Who Qualifies to Attend? Technology companies, marketing firms, and advertisers looking to sell their products to DMOs, hotels, attractions and other tourism suppliers of the American West. What's Included: One set of pre-scheduled Marketplace appointments. A table in Marketplace alongside tour operator and media delegates. Comprehensive digital resource manual with attendee contact information. Discounted hotel room rates (if registered before the reservation cut-off date). One breakfast, three lunches, and evening networking events with fun, food, and entertainment! Access to Destination Day activities. It is important to note: Suppliers have the option to opt out of appointments with technology and marketing providers. Therefore, not all companies will be available to schedule Marketplace appointments. Tech & marketing companies do not have the option to schedule Marketplace appointments with tour operators. Those wishing to schedule appointments with buyers and media must register as suppliers. We encourage you to contact companies unavailable for Marketplace appointments directly using the provided delegate contact information to connect before, during and after Go West Summit. Add Some Visibility: Technology & marketing registrants can expand their visibility by adding on a Supplier Lounge Sponsorship to their registration at a discounted rate of $1,500. In addition to the deliverables above, Supplier Lounge Sponsors will receive: A table and exhibit space in the Supplier Lounge break area. Early access to the attendee database for earlier outreach and better results during the Summit. Logo inclusion above your profile in the digital resource manual. Recognition on GWS sponsor page of the website and resource manual. One article in the GWS newsletter, distributed to our database of 5,000 tourism industry contacts. Sponsor ribbon on name badge. How to Register: Technology and Marketing Providers are welcome to register at the $2,495 registration rate. Click the registration button below to complete your registration form and submit your payment. After approval, you will receive an email confirmation, which includes instructions and other important Go West Summit information. Secondary registration for an additional attendee is available for the discounted rate of $1,195 and can be found on the primary registrant's landing page, under the Registrations Tab . Secondary delegates share the set of appointments with the primary registrant. Because Marketplace tables only accommodate two chairs, one secondary registration is permitted per primary registrant's account. Three Options to Pay: * Please note that payment must be received before appointments open to participate in the Marketplace Appointment Selection. Pay with a debit or credit card. Select ACH payment to receive a link to the ACH payment portal. Click the option to be invoiced and pay via check. Standard Registration Register Registration & Supplier Lounge Sponsorship Register Cancellation Policy Attendees who wish to cancel on or before December 27, 2026: Full refund (less a $75 processing fee) December 28, 2026 - January 24, 2027: 50% refund will be granted. No refunds after January 25, 2027, for no—shows or “acts of God.” Cancellation requests must be sent here.

FAM Trips Henderson, Nevada Post-FAM organizers will transport you from Go West Summit Las Vegas to the start of the trip. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation home from Las Vegas on Sunday, April 5th. All requests are subject to approval by each FAM trip organizer. FAM itineraries are subject to change. Participation in FAM trips requires buyers to complete the entire FAM trip. Late arrival and early departure requests will not be honored. FAM trips are coordinated by and requests are reviewed by the agency in which the event takes place. Go West Summit is not granted any approval rights since they neither created nor administered them. Each agency has been asked by their partners to first grant permission to buyers and journalists representing their key markets before considering requests outside those markets, so be sure your profile is accurate and up-to-date before submitting your requests.

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