Group 1 will begin at 9:00 am by walking to the Forever Marilyn statue in Palm Springs. From there, the Visit Greater Palm Springs team will split everyone into three smaller groups for three hotel tours (Kimpton , Palm Mountain & The Avalon ). Each is within walking distance of the Marilyn statue, and each other. The three groups will rotate their tours before loading onto the coach for the next stop, the Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage . Afterwards, lunch is tentatively scheduled at the Acrisure Arena followed by a brief tour. Following lunch, the group will visit the JW Marriott Desert Springs with the final stop at The Indian Wells Golf Resort . This final stop will not only showcase the 36-hole golf facility but provide an opportunity for nearby hotel reps to join for networking and give a brief 5-minute presentation. The hotels currently scheduled to attend include The Renaissance Esmeralda , Grand Hyatt , La Quinta Resort and Residence Inn La Quinta . Our anticipated return to Palm Springs is around 4:00 pm. Group 2 completes this itinerary in reverse, starting at Indian Wells Golf Resort and finishing in downtown Palm Springs. We will most likely have them depart from the Renaissance Palm Springs around 8:30 am. Both groups will meet/cross paths at the Acrisure Arena for lunch. How to Book: Reservations are required. Buyers may reserve their spot on the Greater Palm Springs Site Tour by logging in to your GWS account page and requesting your seat.

When: Friday, January 10, 2025 Times vary. Tours may last up to 3 hours. Where: All tours start and end at the Renaissance Palm Springs. Desert Adventures ' Jeeps will pick up and drop off at the front drive of the hotel. Experience: Ride the Big Red Jeeps to see astonishing sites in the beautiful desert. Explore the twisted and tormented landscape of the San Andreas Fault. Travel to a natural palm oasis. Learn about Indian culture, plants, animals, and geology as you ride across the sun kissed desert. Choose between the Indian Canyons tour or the San Andreas Fault tour. Helpful Hints: Indian Canyons Tours offers light hiking and is located near downtown Palm Springs. San Andreas Fault tours begin and end near the city of Indio, which is a 30-minute drive from downtown Palm Springs. 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: Suppliers: $180 Buyers: $150 Price includes pickup and dropoff from the Renaissance. Cancellation: To avoid a cancellation penalty, all cancellations must be received more than 48-hours in advance.

TIMELINE AND AGENDA Timeline and Agenda Image courtesy Visit Galveston Galveston Island, Texas 2027 Pre-Event Timeline June 1, 2026 — Registration opens for Go West Summit 2027 - Galveston Island, Texas. June 22, 2026 - Supplier Early bird registration ends. Early bird registration must be paid in full by August 31st, 2026, to receive the discount. January 25, 2027 —2:00 - 3:00 PM (MST) How To Summit 101 Webinar. Perfect for first-time attendees or those looking to pick up some tips and tricks, this online session covers the basics of navigating Go West Summit. Watch the 2026 webinar here. January 25, 2027 — Deadline to modify company profiles. Changes to your online profile made after this date may not be reflected in the Digital Resource Manual. January 25, 2027 —Advertising artwork deadline. January 27, 2027 —Hotel room reservation cut-off date. January 29, 2027 — 2:00 - 3:00 PM (MST) How To Summit Appointment Deep Dive Webinar. Picking up where the 101 seminar left off, we will delve into the online appointment selection process. Learn how to set breaks, request and receive meetings, and fill up your Marketplace schedule. Be prepared for when appointment selection opens on February 5th. Watch the 2026 Webinar here. February 1, 2027 —Appointment Early Access. Registered buyers and media can log in to review profiles, identify priority connections, and set breaks before the appointment selection opens. February 5, 2027 —Appointment selection opens. Click here for more details. February 22, 2027 —Deadline to modify appointment schedules. -Go West Summit Week- Saturday, February 27, 2027 —On-site check-in desk opens for Go West Summit 2027 At The Galveston Island Convention Center. Sunday, February 28, 2027 —Education Day / Galveston Island Site Tour for buyers and media Monday, March 1, 2027 —Marketplace 1 & 2. Tuesday, March 2, 2027 —Marketplace 3 & 4. Wednesday, March 3, 2027 —Destination Day. Go West Summit 2027- Galveston Island Agenda Saturday, February 27th 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Go West Summit Registration Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Pick up your event credentials and meet the staff. 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Buyer Welcome Reception Location announced soon Open to all buyers and media. Additional details will be announced soon. Sunday, February 28th — Education Day 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Go West Summit Registration Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join our Galveston Island hosts for an exciting day of exploring the island with multiple site visits and world-class entertainment! Buyer and Media delegates can register this fall through their Go West Summit account page. Buyer Site Tour 8:00 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. State Caucus Sessions Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort A list of State partners holding a caucus will be announced soon. 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Education Session Morning Education Session Grand Ballroom C Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Additional details coming soon. 10:40 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Education Session Morning Education Session Grand Ballroom Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Lunch - Sponsored by Brand USA Grand Ballroom A&B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Education Session Afternoon Education Session Grand Ballroom C Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Additional details coming soon. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Education Session Afternoon Education Session Galleon Room Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 2:40 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Education Session Afternoon Education Session Grand Ballroom C Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 2:40 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Education Session Afternoon Education Session Galleon Room Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 3:40 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Education Session Afternoon Education Session Grand Ballroom C Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Additional details coming soon. 4:40 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Education Session How to Summit - "Now That We're Here- What to Expect?" Grand Ballroom C Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Now that you are here, what do you do!? Let us help you prepare for tomorrow’s appointments. Learn everything from presenting your business card, to creative appointment tips. This session covers the basics of navigating Go West Summit and is ideal for first-time attendees. Moderated by Barb Bowman , CEO, Bowman & Associates, LLC, Lisa Bruening , Visit Denver, and Francisco Campos , Gate One Travel. ** January 22nd, 2027, How To Summit 101– Virtual Seminar Increase your chances of a successful Summit! Perfect for first-time attendees, this session covers the basics of navigating Go West Summit. GWS Vice President Bob Rebello, along with Barb Bowman of Bowman and Associates, and Lena Ross of America 4 You, will teach you everything you need to know about what to expect during Go West Summit 2026...... Learn everything from presenting your business card, to creative appointment tips. View the 2026 video HERE ** January 29th, 2027, How To Summit Appointment Deep Dive– Virtual Seminar Picking up where the 101 seminar left off, GWS Vice President Bob Rebello, along with Visit Denver's Lisa Bruening, will delve into the online appointment selection process. Learn how to set breaks, request and receive meetings, and fill up your Marketplace schedule. Be prepared for when appointment selection opens on February 5th, 2027. View the 2026 video HERE 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Opening Reception Location announced soon WELCOME ALL ATTENDEES TO GO WEST SUMMIT 2027! Galveston Island and its partners are excited to welcome you to this beautiful coastal destination. Additional details will be announced soon. Monday, March 1st- Marketplace 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Go West Summit Registration Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Marketplace I Exhibit Hall B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort This is the first of four Marketplace sessions featuring 12-minute, one-on-one, pre-scheduled appointments. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch Presented by BWH Hotels Grand Ballroom A&B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Marketplace II Exhibit Hall B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort The second of four Marketplace sessions featuring 12-minute, one-on-one, pre-scheduled appointments. Evening On Your Own Use this free night to explore Galveston Island while establishing a relationship with a potential client or customer—ask them to join you for dinner! Tuesday, March 2nd- Marketplace 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Go West Summit Registration Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 7:45 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. The BIG REVEAL Breakfast Grand Ballroom A&B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Presented by our 2028 Go West Summit destination host. Don't miss the excitement as our next host is revealed! 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Marketplace III Exhibit Hall B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort The third of four Marketplace sessions featuring 12-minute, one-on-one, pre-scheduled appointments. 12:00 p.m. - 1:10 p.m. Lunch Grand Ballroom A&B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Speed Appointment Session Exhibit Hall B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort Couldn't schedule an appointment with a buyer? Use this time to meet buyers and journalists at their tables for one hour of unscheduled 5-minute appointments. 2:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Marketplace IV Exhibit Hall B Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort The final Marketplace session featuring 12-minute, one-on-one, pre-scheduled appointments. 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Closing Event Location Announced soon Join Visit Galveston and Travel Texas as we say so long to Go West Summit 2027. Additional details will be announced soon. Wednesday, March 3rd — Destination Day Destination Day offers all Go West Summit attendees the opportunity to explore Galveston Island by offering discounted tickets or free admission to some truly incredible experiences. Details will be announced soon . FAM Trips Buyers and journalists are invited to explore destinations and hotels across the American West before and after the show. Several multiday excursions are offered to registered delegates. Request participation on your GWS account page.

ITM/History ITM Staff Mary Motsenbocker President Bob Rebello Vice President Julianne Krogseng International Marketing Director Christine Cool Marketing Director Consulting Staff Aydee Suarez Founder & Managing Partner, AJL REPS Jairo Ramirez Founder & Managing Partner, AJL REPS Contact Information For specific questions on Go West Summit, please visit the "Contact Us " page. International Tourism Marketing, Inc. 6833 South Dayton St. #147 Greenwood Village Colorado 80112 Tel: 303-850-7144 History International Tourism Marketing, Inc. was established in 1990 by President Mary Motsenbocker. ITM provides professional marketing services throughout the Western United States, including the American Rocky Mountain Region and the Southwest. ITM is an inbound, international tourism destination marketing organization representing various public and private sector tourism associations and companies. ITM is an international specialist developing tour operator/supplier relationships, airline cooperative marketing programs, airport route development marketing programs, public relations and media programs, familiarization tour planning and special events coordination. ITM is also a meeting planning company in industries outside of tourism. Go West Summit is a premier travel trade marketplace produced by International Tourism Marketing, Inc (ITM). Go West Summit is a marketplace that brings together the highest quality suppliers in the western states of Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. The Summit provides the international - and US - based receptive tour operators a venue to meet with suppliers from the American West to generate tourism business into the Western United States. The Summit is regarded by participating tourism and travel professional as a premier conference—among the best of its type—as well as an efficient and economical mechanism for booking international business.

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 transport 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.

FAM Trips THIS FAM IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW REQUESTS 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 Las Vegas on the evening of Tuesday April, 7th. 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.

Buyer Registration Why Go West Summit? Face-to-face networking. Nothing replaces networking opportunities like a face-to-face, physical event. Network like a boss with multiple events designed to get you connected with the right people. Improved matching—system gives you more control. Go West Summit has upgraded and streamlined our appointment matching process to allow registrants the ability to view specific appointment opportunities and request a meeting – no more waiting for a final appointment schedule. Companies are ready to meet YOU! Responses to our 2025 post-event survey show attending buyers expect to bring over 22.6 million visitors into the US over the next 18 months, with attendees averaging 42 appointments each and buyers attending with mostly FULL (up to 73) appointments each! No gimmicks — just business! It’s simple: Go West Summit is dedicated to presenting an event that focuses on connecting suppliers with buyers and media from around the planet. Buyer registration details here .

Tech & Marketing Provider Registration Why Go West Summit? Our new tech & marketing registration gives technology companies, marketing firms, and advertisers the opportunity to meet with and sell their products to attending DMOs, hotels, attractions and other tourism suppliers during Marketplace. Face-to-face networking. Nothing replaces networking opportunities like a face-to-face, physical event. Network like a boss with multiple events designed to get you connected with the right people. Improved matching—system gives you more control. Go West Summit has upgraded and streamlined our appointment matching process to allow registrants the ability to view specific appointment opportunities and request a meeting – no more waiting for a final appointment schedule. Companies are ready to meet YOU! Tech & marketing registrants who attended our 2025 show averaged 40 Marketplace appointments each with some registrants attending with full schedules! We've updated and expanded our database to include suppliers from all U.S. States West of the Mississippi River, as well as suppliers from Western Canada. No gimmicks — just business! It’s simple: Go West Summit is dedicated to presenting an event that focuses on connecting tourism industry specialists from around the World. Technology and marketing provider registration details here .

Who Attends Go West Summit? Below is a small sample of tourism specialists who have registered for Go West Summit 2027 on Galveston Island, Texas. Follow us on social media to get regular updates about new companies registering for Go West Summit 2027. PASS4FUN 1st Ticket United Arab Emerites 1STicket.com is the trademark of PASS4FUN, an international OTA based in Dubai. The travel platform that makes it easy to find and book everything you need for your next adventure. In the portal, you can find constantly updated offers with real availability for: Amusement park tickets/ experiences tickets/ mini tours/ city tours/ Ssorting events tickets/ hotels around the world. With a clear and intuitive interface, designed to guide you step by step, you can explore thousands of destinations around the world, creating personalized packages and tailor-made itineraries, combining authentic experiences, stays in selected properties and activities of all kinds. We develop partnerships with suppliers and tour operators, promoting their products through B2C and B2B distribution channels (in Europe only), new sales opportunities, and dedicated technology solutions, with the goal of building long-term collaborations and fostering business growth.

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 OREGON 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 Portland, Oregon, and can either leave late Thursday night, April 9th, or on Friday, April 10th. 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.

Event Overview Image courtesy Visit Galveston Take a peek at our 2026 ROI flyer. Go West Summit's effective strategy and all-encompassing itinerary aim to provide ample opportunities to engage in business deals, form connections, and enhance your knowledge on diverse subjects pertaining to the tourism sector. Multiday Marketplace appointment sessions are attended by suppliers representing destinations, properties, and attractions from the Western United States and Canada. Through a Trade Event Partnership Program with the US Commercial Service, we are able to source and invite tour operators representing markets across the planet. Our effective and easy-to-use, customizable appointment scheduling system (CAMSYS) ensures a successful meeting experience. By matching tour operators from around the globe with Western US - and Canadian-based suppliers in a one-on-one, business-friendly environment, Go West Summit is an event where exciting, profitable, and lasting relationships are born. Go West combines the conveniences of a large event with the intimacy of a smaller gathering, and we pride ourselves on our low supplier to tour operator ratio and are confident that you will find great value in attending the show and invite you to take part in the premier tourism event of the American West — Go West Summit. With nearly four decades of innovation in the tourism industry, we invite you to "Go West" for business relationship building, adventure, and inspiration. Upcoming Go West Summit Event Dates February 27th-March 3rd, 2027, on Galveston Island, Texas. March 26th-30th, 2028 . Location will be announced at the 2027 Summit. January 9th-12th, 2029. Location will be announced at the 2028 Summit. Now Accepting RFPs! We are now taking applications for GWS 2030 and beyond! Join our ever-expanding list of Go West Summit host destinations! Additional details can be found here . Contact us for our room night and meeting space requirements and to get more information about hosting a future Go West Summit! Past Hosts: 2026 Las Vegas, Nevada 2025 Palm Springs, California 2024 Lake Tahoe, Nevada 2023 Anchorage, Alaska 2022 Reno, Nevada 2021 Virtual 2020 Virtual 2019 Boise, Idaho 2018 Salt Lake City, Utah 2017 Reno, Nevada 2016 Anchorage, Alaska 2015 Colorado Springs, Colorado 2014 Tacoma, Washington 2013 Fort Worth, Texas 2012 Las Vegas, Nevada 2011 Boise, Idaho 2010 Sacramento, California 2009 Albuquerque, New Mexico 2008 Colorado Springs, Colorado 2007 Portland, Oregon 2006 St. George, Utah 2005 Phoenix, Arizona 2004 Reno, Nevada 2003 Albuquerque, New Mexico 2002 Sedona, Arizona 2001 Grand Junction, Colorado 2000 Jackson Hole, Wyoming 1999 Colorado Springs, Colorado 1999 Crested Butte, Colorado 1998 Denver, Colorado 1998 Grand Canyon, Arizona 1997 Denver, Colorado 1997 Colorado Springs, Colorado 1996 Vail, Colorado 1996 Santa Fe, New Mexico 1989- 1995 Colorado