Attachments
15 Nov 2024
Visit Anchorage Connects with Australian and New Zealand Tour Operators in Virtual Sales Mission via TravTrade's Virtual Meeting Technology
14 November 2024 – Visit Anchorage, in collaboration with leading industry tour operators in Australia and New Zealand, successfully concluded a two-day virtual sales mission, powered by TravTrade's cutting-edge Virtual Meeting platform. The event saw representatives from Visit Anchorage and key partners engaging in real-time one-on-one virtual meetings with Australian and New Zealand tour operators.
Throughout the event, Visit Anchorage's industry partners, including Alaska Railroad, Xperience Alaska, Go Hike Alaska, Lazy Otter and 11 others, met with 18 Australian and New Zealand tour operators in virtual booths, facilitating 256 individual appointments. The event provided a unique opportunity for both Visit Anchorage's tourism stakeholders and Aussie and Kiwi operators to connect and build relationships despite geographical distances.
Travel USA's Founder and Managing Director, Andrew Gay, expressed enthusiasm about the event, saying, “Today was fantastic. It was a great opportunity to meet so many niche operators that we would never have had the chance to see in person. The platform worked seamlessly, and the conversations were highly productive.”
Natalie Dickins, Tourism Board and Partner Marketing Coordinator for Luxury Escapes, echoed the sentiment, commenting, “That was a fantastic platform for networking virtually. It was very well set up! All operators were incredibly informative and passionate about their offerings. I've learned so much from the experience and walked away with a wealth of valuable information.”
The virtual event successfully showcased the diverse and unique experiences Anchorage has to offer, from its natural beauty and wildlife to its vibrant cultural heritage. With the help of TravTrade's innovative virtual platform, Visit Anchorage was able to make meaningful connections with tour operators, ensuring that Anchorage remains top-of-mind as a must-visit destination for Australian and New Zealand travelers.
“We're thrilled with the success of this virtual sales mission,” said Tia Froehle, Director, Tourism Sales at Visit Anchorage. “Using TravTrade's technology allowed us to connect with Australian and New Zealand tour operators in a way that is efficient and impactful. This collaboration will undoubtedly help boost visitation to Anchorage and Alaska as a whole.”
As the global tourism landscape continues to evolve, Visit Anchorage remains committed to fostering strong relationships with international tour operators and promoting Anchorage's incredible tourism experiences.
Throughout the event, Visit Anchorage's industry partners, including Alaska Railroad, Xperience Alaska, Go Hike Alaska, Lazy Otter and 11 others, met with 18 Australian and New Zealand tour operators in virtual booths, facilitating 256 individual appointments. The event provided a unique opportunity for both Visit Anchorage's tourism stakeholders and Aussie and Kiwi operators to connect and build relationships despite geographical distances.
Travel USA's Founder and Managing Director, Andrew Gay, expressed enthusiasm about the event, saying, “Today was fantastic. It was a great opportunity to meet so many niche operators that we would never have had the chance to see in person. The platform worked seamlessly, and the conversations were highly productive.”
Natalie Dickins, Tourism Board and Partner Marketing Coordinator for Luxury Escapes, echoed the sentiment, commenting, “That was a fantastic platform for networking virtually. It was very well set up! All operators were incredibly informative and passionate about their offerings. I've learned so much from the experience and walked away with a wealth of valuable information.”
The virtual event successfully showcased the diverse and unique experiences Anchorage has to offer, from its natural beauty and wildlife to its vibrant cultural heritage. With the help of TravTrade's innovative virtual platform, Visit Anchorage was able to make meaningful connections with tour operators, ensuring that Anchorage remains top-of-mind as a must-visit destination for Australian and New Zealand travelers.
“We're thrilled with the success of this virtual sales mission,” said Tia Froehle, Director, Tourism Sales at Visit Anchorage. “Using TravTrade's technology allowed us to connect with Australian and New Zealand tour operators in a way that is efficient and impactful. This collaboration will undoubtedly help boost visitation to Anchorage and Alaska as a whole.”
As the global tourism landscape continues to evolve, Visit Anchorage remains committed to fostering strong relationships with international tour operators and promoting Anchorage's incredible tourism experiences.
ENDS
