Washington DC Travel & Adventure Show 2027

The 2027 show takes place at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

The organizer identifies travel enthusiasts, travelers, travel advisors, trade professionals, and media as audience groups.

The organizer lists more than 350 destinations, tour companies, cruise lines, and travel providers, along with more than 60 travel seminars.

It is mainly worth it for consumers planning a trip who want to compare many destinations, cruise lines and tour operators in one place, given the 350-plus exhibitors, over 60 seminars and appearances by Rick Steves and Samantha Brown. Travel advisors and trade professionals are also on the attendee list, but it is a public consumer show, so those seeking deep supplier negotiations or wholesale contacts will find it less targeted than a dedicated trade event.

Visitors to consumer travel shows typically dress casually, in jeans or slacks with layers, and exhibitors and travel advisors often wear business casual or branded polos. Comfortable walking shoes matter on a large convention floor in Washington in January, and a coat is easy to check.