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.
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.
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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