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Bus & Tour Operators

For operators engaging education, networking, exhibits and Marketplace events with additional options to connect with travel partners through scheduled appointments.

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Buyer Appointment-Taker Delegate

Free*

 

For qualified bus and tour operators coming to Marketplace to conduct business through scheduled appointments.

 

Includes:

  • Up to 150 pre-scheduled appointments
  • Business Floor booth
  • Education and networking opportunities
  • Marketplace events

 

*Eligibility requirements apply.

 
 

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Buyer Rotation Delegate

Free

 

Add another member of your team to help cover your company’s booth and appointments.

 

Includes:

  • Full Marketplace access
  • Education and networking opportunities

 

Does not include a separate appointment schedule from the Appointment-Taker Delegate.

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Operator Representative

$445

 

For bus and tour operators attending education sessions, networking events, exhibitions, industry programming, and events without business appointments.

 

Includes:

  • Education Sessions
  • Networking
  • Exhibits
  • Council and industry programming
  • Marketplace events
  • No appointment access.

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  • 150

    Pre-scheduled appointment slots available

  • FREE

    Registration for qualified Buyer Appointment Delegates

  • 4 Days

    Appointments, education, & networking events

Eligibility + Requirements

Review Buyer qualifications and appointment program requirements before registering.

To participate in the appointment program, your company must:

  • Plan or operate group tours or charters
  • Produce at least 24 tour itineraries per year
  • Have been in business at least 2 years
  • Make purchasing decisions for tour components such as destinations, attractions, lodging, dining, or transportation

 

ABA may request company history or other information to confirm eligibility.

Buyer Appointment-Taker Delegates:

  • Receive a booth and appointment schedule on the Business Floor
  • Must complete the Marketplace and membership (if member) company profiles before appointment requests begin on October 6, 2026, or within 2 weeks of registration
  • Must attend a minimum of 95% of pre-scheduled appointments and be available at their booth throughout all business sessions on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday

 

Buyers may share their appointment schedule with a Buyer Rotation Delegate or Operator Representative.

Bus & Tour Operators who do not meet Buyer qualifications will be invoiced $445 USD unless an exception has been made by ABA.

 

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