Schedule of Events

8:00AM

Doors Open and Check-In

9:00AM – 10:00AM

Breakfast | Presented by National Car Rental

10:05AM – 10:10AM

Welcome Remarks

Travel + Leisure Editor-in-Chief Jacqueline Gifford will take the stage. 

10:10AM – 10:20AM

Investopedia Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver will dive into consumer spending across the industry: where are people traveling, how are they paying for it, and what does this mean when looking at the broader economy?

10:25AM – 10:55AM

Traveling with Intention

In a one-on-one conversation, actress and founder Tracee Ellis Ross joins Editor-in-Chief Jacqueline Gifford to explore the intersection of work, play, and the importance of honoring the time you have for yourself—no matter where you are in the world. 

11:00AM – 11:40AM

Expedition Travel: It’s All About the Journey | Presented by Ponant

More and more, travelers are flocking to untouched destinations in search of a sense of discovery. In this panel, T+L News Director Paul Brady will explore the trend with leaders in the space.

 

11:45AM – 12:05PM

Networking Break | Presented by Visit Seattle 

 

12:10PM – 12:50PM

Points, Miles, and Loyalty: An Ever-shifting Landscape

Are loyalty programs still worth it today? T+L Special Projects Editor Jess Feldman will lead a discussion with experts to find out.

1:00PM – 2:00PM

Lunch Break | Presented by Princess Cruises 

2:05PM – 2:45PM

Going it Alone: Solo Travel on the Rise | Presented by Singapore Airlines 

Senior Editor—and avid solo traveler—Elizabeth Cantrell will chat with leading tour operators, writers, and explorers to unpack the growth of this trend, and what it means for the future of travel. 

 

2:50PM – 3:10PM

Networking Break | Presented by Visit Seattle 

 

3:15PM – 3:55PM

Partnerships and Connection: The Power of Brand | Presented by Hilton Hotels Luxury

How do the leading brands enhance loyalty and create meaningful connections for today’s travelers? Editor-in-Chief Jacqueline Gifford dives in.

4:00PM – 4:40PM

Editor’s Roundtable

Find out what it’s really like to be an editor at Travel + Leisure, from the editors themselves. 

5:00PM – 7:00PM

Cocktail Reception

8:00AM

Doors Open and Check-In

8:30AM – 9:30AM

Breakfast | Presented by Explore Charleston

9:35AM – 9:45AM

Day One Recap

Travel + Leisure Editor-in-Chief Jacqueline Gifford will share highlights from day one. 

9:50AM – 10:30AM

The Reinvented All-Inclusive: Why Value Matters | Presented by Hyatt

Hear how experts in the space are leaning into the all-inclusive game in 2025, all while maintaining a high-value product that discerning travelers want to flock to. Moderated by Associate Editorial Director Alisha Prakash.

 

10:35AM – 10:55AM

Networking Break | Presented By Travel + Leisure For Business

 

11:00AM – 11:40AM

Women in Travel

Women are traveling at higher rates than ever before, and 82% of all travel decisions are made by women. Here, Editorial Director Nina Ruggiero explores this impact alongside powerful leaders in the field.

11:45AM – 12:25PM

Behind the Design: Crafting a Sense of Place | Presented by Explore Charleston

Executive Editor Flora Stubbs will speak with leading designers and creatives in the travel industry about how they create spaces that inspire.

12:30PM – 1:30PM

Lunch Break

1:35PM – 2:15PM

The Golden Ticket: Sports and Events Tourism

It’s one of the fastest-growing sectors in the travel industry. Senior Editor Elizabeth Rhodes will ask, How can businesses meet the demand? 

 

2:20PM – 2:40PM

Networking Break | Presented by Travel + Leisure For Business

 

2:45PM – 3:15PM

The Importance of Accessible Travel

After a multiple sclerosis diagnosis, travel became nearly impossible for Selma Blair. In this one-on-one conversation, Jacqui Gifford will speak to the actress and advocate about her journey, and the importance of accessibility in the industry.

3:20PM – 3:25PM

Closing Remarks

3:30PM

Event Concludes