May 24-27, 2027

Tourism Academy 2027

The tourism conference for professionals who are transforming the landscape of travel through technology and marketing.

Sharpen your skills with hands-on iDSS training, from essential CRM functions to advanced integrations and upcoming features. Explore the latest in content strategy, SEO, GEO, and performance marketing, including how AI keeps reshaping destination marketing. Discover new ways to connect with local partners and strengthen stakeholder engagement, all while trading ideas and success stories with peers from across North America.

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Agenda At-A-Glance

Agenda At-A-Glance

Pre-Conference: Monday, May 24, 2027

Agenda At-A-Glance

  • Destination Welcome & Immersion
  • First Timers' Happy Hour
  • Opening Reception

Day 1: Tuesday, May 25, 2027

Agenda At-A-Glance

  • Full day of destination roundtables, educational sessions and hands-on trainings
  • Afternoon Experience Tours
  • SWWGSD Happy Hour
  • Dine Around Long Beach

Day 2: Wednesday, May 26, 2027

Agenda At-A-Glance

  • Full day of peer-led case studies, Tempest feature overviews and continuing iDSS trainings
  • Evening Party, Concert & Lip Sync Battle

Day 3: Thursday, May 27, 2027

Agenda At-A-Glance

  • Half day of workshops, labs and collaborative discussions
  • Tourism Academy 2028 location reveal

Tourism Academy 2027's agenda is on the way. For now, explore the sessions, experiences, and discussions from 2026 to get a feel for what's ahead.

View 2026 Agenda

Our Host City

Long Beach, California

Discover Long Beach, California — a sun-soaked coastal city where a buzzing waterfront meets a bold arts and culture scene. Stroll the shoreline and downtown Pine Avenue, explore distinct neighborhoods from Belmont Shore to the East Village Arts District, and experience a dynamic mix of creative cuisine, oceanfront adventure, and cultural attractions like the Aquarium of the Pacific and the Queen Mary that make Long Beach a standout destination.

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Our 2026 Host City