Brand USA Travel Week U.K. & Europe 2026

Exhibitor Information

Applications open February 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Review the information below to prepare your application.

Applications are now open and close February 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Apply to Exhibit

The application window has closed. Notifications will be sent on March 23, 2026.

Acceptance notifications have been sent. Questions about your application status? Contact info@BrandUSATravelWeek.com.

Application Window

February 17February 27, 2026

Notifications

March 23, 2026

Event Dates

September 28 – October 1, 2026

Application Process

Applications are evaluated against a slate of criteria to offer equal opportunities and provide buyers with a variety of destinations and experiences. Consider table sharing, as it enables more exhibitors to participate.

The trade show floor will:

  • Showcase the entirety of the USA with destinations of all sizes

  • Represent a variety of travel sectors (state, city, attraction, lodging, transport, RTO, association, etc.)

  • Include a balance of new and returning organizations

Application Timeline

  • February 17Application portal opens at 9:00 a.m. ET
  • February 27Application portal closes at 11:59 p.m. ET
  • Mar 2 – Mar 20Application review process
  • March 23Notice of acceptance or waitlist

Costs to Exhibit

Trade Track
Trade Exhibitors
1st Delegate$8,500
Must be U.S.-based
2nd Delegate$2,500
Max 1 additional

Includes an exhibitor table, three days of matchmade appointments, enrichment series, meals, and access to all receptions.

Media Track
Media Exhibitors
1st Delegate$3,500
Must be U.S.-based
Delegates1 per org

Includes an exhibitor table, two days of matchmade appointments, the Monday exhibitor day, enrichment series, meals Mon–Wed, and networking events.

Leadership Track
Leadership Exhibitors
1st Delegate$2,500
2nd Delegate$2,000
Max 1 additional

Leadership Track is an add-on. Your organization must also be registered for Trade or Media. Primary delegate must be CEO or CEO-equivalent.

Trade Track: Receptive Tour Operators

RTO Exhibitors

Receptive tour operators are invited based on specific criteria including existing relationships with U.K. and European operators, product coverage across the United States, and support of Brand USA Road Trips USA itineraries.

Option 1: Standard Trade Track Rate
1st Delegate$8,500
2nd Delegate$2,500

Includes an exhibitor table, three days of matchmade appointments, enrichment series, meals, and access to all receptions.

Option 2: Reduced Fee
1st Delegate$995
2nd DelegateComplimentary

2nd delegate is optional and required to take appointments as a buyer. A reduced-fee registration including a table set-up in the main hall but no pre-scheduled appointments. Includes full access to all enrichment, networking, and events.

For Monday's sessions, U.S. destinations' in-market reps may join the day's programming at a cost of $350 per representative.

RTO Criteria

Receptive tour operators invited to attend Travel Week U.K. & Europe 2026 are selected based on the following criteria:

  • Existing strong and relevant relationships with U.K. and European international operators

  • Technical platforms that comply with the requirements of U.K. and European international operators

  • Products and programs covering the entirety of the United States, its territories, and Washington, D.C.

  • Proven track record in the sale and promotion of the United States across the U.K. and European region

  • Specialist products (culinary, wellness, sports travel, and others) presenting new product-development opportunities in the region

  • Support of Brand USA through the build-out of Road Trips USA itineraries in their program selection

  • Support of Brand USA Road Trips USA with promotional support and training with international operators

Only receptive tour operators who meet the specific requirements outlined by the Brand USA Travel Week Planning Committee are considered.

Included in the Exhibitor Fee

Delegate Attendance

One delegate included; additional delegate available at the rates above.

Matchmade Appointments

Two or three days of pre-arranged one-to-one appointments with hand-picked buyers or media.

Enrichment Series

Access to enrichment sessions with market insights from industry leaders.

Exhibition Table & Branding

Trade: equal-size table with 2 exhibitor + 2 buyer chairs. Media: equal-size table with 1 exhibitor + 1 media chair. Brand USA provides signage and visuals; no booth build-outs permitted.

Meals & Refreshments

Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments provided for your days of attendance.

Networking & Receptions

Access to Travel Week evening receptions and networking events, plus a directory of all attendees.

Policies & Procedures

  • Only the named applicant is eligible to attend. Applications are not transferable to colleagues without approval from Brand USA.

  • Primary delegates must be based in the U.S.; secondary delegates may include U.K. and European-based representatives. If you share a table, both delegates must be U.S.-based.

  • Applications are subject to the Travel Week U.K. & Europe 2026 Terms and Conditions.

  • Brand USA reserves the right to make selections to ensure the entirety of the United States and destinations of all sizes are represented, consistent with its corporate purpose under the Travel Promotion Act of 2009.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included in the exhibitor fee. Preferential hotel rates have been secured at nearby hotels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The application portal is open from 9:00 a.m. ET on Monday, February 17 through 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 27, 2026.

Trade: $8,500 per primary delegate (must be U.S.-based), up to 1 additional at $2,500.

Media: $3,500, limited to 1 delegate per organization.

Leadership: $2,500 per primary (CEO or CEO-equivalent), up to 1 additional at $2,000. Leadership is an add-on; your organization must also register for Trade or Media.

RTO: Option 1 is the standard Trade rate ($8,500 + $2,500). Option 2 is a reduced $995 first delegate with a complimentary second delegate (the second delegate is required to take appointments as a buyer).

Monday, March 23, 2026.

You'll receive an email confirming approval, then complete an individual registration form for each attendee. You have until Friday, May 1 to register attendees. You must register an attendee to confirm your space; unregistered spaces are forfeited after May 1.

Each track (Trade, Media, Leadership) is reviewed separately; approval for one does not guarantee approval for all tracks selected.

If a space becomes available for the event you're waitlisted for, you'll be contacted by email to confirm attendance. To be removed from the waitlist, email info@BrandUSATravelWeek.com.
Provided space is available, yes. Contact info@BrandUSATravelWeek.com for suggestions on table-sharing partners. Note that sharing does not guarantee approval.
No. All applications are reviewed between March 2 – March 20. You can submit any time during the two-week window (9:00 a.m. ET Feb 17 through 11:59 p.m. ET Feb 27).
Approximately 10 minutes.
Yes. We encourage partners and members to participate by sharing your table or taking their own. There is a maximum of two exhibitor delegates per table.
U.K. & European buyers are recruited from countries across Europe including, but not limited to: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, the Nordics, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

The matchmaking system asks you to rank preferences from highest to lowest. Mutual selections increase the chance of an appointment. You can also block companies you'd prefer not to meet.

Once submitted, the system produces a provisional schedule you can view online, download as a PDF, and print. You can refine appointments, fill gaps, and message attendees to arrange additional meetings.

Yes. Per the Terms & Conditions, exhibitors who cancel before June 30, 2026 are reimbursed. Cancellations after June 30, 2026 forfeit registration fees.

Ready to Apply?

Applications open February 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Review the information above to prepare.

Applications are open now and close February 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The process takes about 10 minutes.

Apply to Exhibit

The application window has closed. Acceptance notifications will be sent on March 23, 2026.

Acceptance notifications have been sent. Check your email for your status, or contact info@BrandUSATravelWeek.com.

To get a feel for the event, view highlights from Travel Week U.K. & Europe 2025.