Travel Exchange in St . Louis gave me the opportunity to meet with a great variety of operators ; some that I ’ ve been working with for a while and some that are completely new to Scotland . I even had some incredibly inspiring meetings with traditionally domestic-focused U . S . operators , who are now looking to introduce Scotland as their first-ever international destination . How exciting !.
— MAGGIE ANDERSON , VISITSCOTLAND
“ It ’ s always a great feeling being able to spark an idea or an interest in the buyers you meet with during appointments . This year there seemed to be lots of willingness to learn about new ideas and try something on a tour that they haven ’ t necessarily done before .”
— MELISSA MCCLURE , VISIT FAIRFAX ( LEFT )
The caliber of my appointments this year was phenomenal . I felt there was so many more new companies at Travel Exchange this year , which is great ! I absolutely love getting to know new operators , especially if they are coming my way to Jackson Hole .
— MAGGIE DAVIS , NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WILDLIFE ART OF THE UNITED STATES
“ We had a wonderful opportunity to meet with our current suppliers and discuss upcoming tours . We also made great connections with DMOs and brainstormed new and unique ideas .”
— BREE POPOV , GOOD TIMES TRAVEL ( RIGHT , PICTURED WITH HER CO-WORKER BRIDGET AMBROSE )
Belle Meade Plantation continues to look to NTA for quality appointments , and St . Louis did not disappoint . Rare is the convention that matches such a high quality of tour company or tour operator with hospitality industry professionals who are ready for business .
— MARK JAMES , BELLE MEADE PLANTATION
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