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FAM Trips LAS VEGAS TERRITORY FAM Trip attendees are required to arrange their own transportation to arrive in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The FAM will conclude in Las Vegas on Tuesday, March 31st. Participants are responsible for their own accommodations after the FAM trip concludes. 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.

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

Supplier 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 suppliers averaging 42 appointments each. We've updated and expanded our database to include more US-based domestic operators to help suppliers rebuild FAST! 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. Supplier registration details here .

OVERVIEW Overview - Internationally Based tour operator or wholesaler - US-Based receptive operator - Domestic tour operator All buyers must be an established operator selling pre-packaged or customized multiday tours to Go West Summit states and produce a brochure and/or website promoting these tours. Western US, Canada and Mexico-based suppliers offering a tourism product or service that serves the needs of our tour operators are welcome to attend as a primary registrant. Pre-qualified media are invited to attend with a complimentary registration. Technology companies, marketing firms, and advertisers looking to sell their products to DMOs, hotels, attractions and other tourism suppliers of the American West. Photo credits, left to right: Visit Idaho—Coeur d’Alene Resort, Idaho Tourism—Boise Foothills, Capital City Market, The Sphere Las Vegas

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FAM Trips THIS FAM IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW REQUESTS PLEASE NOTE THIS FAM TRIP IS FULL AND NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW REQUESTS. REQUEST YOUR SEAT ON ANOTHER FABULOUS GWS 2026 FAM TRIP. FAM Trip attendees are required to arrange their own transportation to arrive in Durango, Colorado on Friday, March 27th. Transportation will be provided throughout the journey, and will end in Las Vegas on Tuesday, March 31st. 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 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.

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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 invited to register for $245 . 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. Cancellation Policy: Attendees who wish to cancel on or before February 2, 2026: Full refund (less a $75 processing fee) February 3, 2026- March 2, 2026: 50% refund will be granted. No refunds after March 3, 2026, 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

When: Friday, January 10, First Tram up at 10:00 am. Last Tram up at 8:00 pm. Last Tram down at 9:30 pm. Where: Palm Springs Aerial Tramway 1 Tramway Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262. Experience: During the approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, a gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails. Please note that guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from The Aerial Tramway. How to Book: Show your GWS name badge at Aerial Tramway ticket booth for your complimentary ticket. Advance reservations are NOT required. Cost: Free for all Go West Summit attendees. You must show your badge to access this experience, no exceptions. Non-badge holders and guests may pay on-site.

Who Attends Go West Summit? Below is a small sample of tourism specialists joining us next year in Las Vegas, Nevada. Follow us on social media to get regular updates about new companies registering every week for Go West Summit 2026. McCarthy Lodge Resort Alaska McCarthy Lodge: Alaska’s 2% Touch-Wilderness – 31 Keys Deep in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (13.2 M acres, UNESCO site), McCarthy Lodge revives a 1900s copper ghost town into a low-volume (31-key), mid-May–mid-Sep basecamp for "secret Alaska" itineraries. Only 2% of visitors reach us—98% never will. Why McCarthy? • **Untouchable Exclusivity**: Authentic small-town Alaska amid the planet’s highest concentration of peaks & glaciers. Root Glacier treks (crevasses, moulins, supraglacial streams) via professional Local Guides—clients touch wilderness, we keep them safe. • **Historic Soul + World-Class Eats**: 31 restored keys (Ma Johnson’s Hotel, Lancaster’s, Kate Kennedy House). Midnight-sun cocktails at The Golden Saloon. **Salmon & Bear** selected Nat Geo Traveler’s 2026 “50 Best Destination Restaurants” – Alaska’s sole pick. • **Agent-Optimized Logistics**: Fly Anchorage–McCarthy (90 min) or Self Drive, or Shuttle from Anchorage or Chitina. 2–5 night all-inclusive packages, **high net commissions**, co-branded sell sheets, annual FAMs. • **Profit Multiplier**: “Secret Alaska” upsells cruise extensions 30–40%; partners see 25%+ higher yields vs. crowded ports.

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.