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ASTA Global Convention 2021

6/21/2021

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Two Event Options:
Live In-Person: August 23-25, 2021
Virtual Event: August 30-31, 2021

Register today for the early bird discount through June 30, 2021!

About ASTA Global Convention
Known as the “Essential Industry Event for Travel Agency Professionals,” ASTA Global Convention is where the best of the best in the travel agency industry convene for inspiration, education, and entertainment. 
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Four reasons you will not want to miss this years Global Convention in the windy-city!

#1 Reconnect with Your Peers:
 We've missed seeing you! The power of an in-person meeting is priceless, and we want to responsibly bring the industry together again in a socially distanced, safe environment.

#2 Sharpen the Saw: Take a break from your "new" normal day-to-day to refocus on yourself. That's right, come to learn and reimagine the industry. We've got you covered with our multitude of educational offerings from marketing, selling tips, ethics, destination expertise, and more!

#3 Get Out of Town & Travel: Known for their resilient spirit and inspiring comebacks, Chicago is waiting for you! We have secured a room block at our host hotel, Hyatt Regency Chicago, for ASTA Global Convention 2021. Room rates start at $205 plus taxes and fees.

#4 Support Your National Trade Association: Advocating and representing you, your clients, and the travel industry for over 80 years, ASTA is your national trade association. Let's show the power of our industry by coming together to learn how we can shape the future through networking and learning! Scholarship opportunities are available.


Agenda at a Glance
✓ Monday, August 23rd: New Member Orientation - Learning Luncheons - Chapter Connections - Welcome Reception
✓ Tuesday, August 24th: General Sessions - Education Sessions - Learning Luncheons - Trade Show - ASTA Advocacy Dinner 
✓ Wednesday, August 25th: General Sessions - Education Sessions - Trade Show

Cost: Now through June 30, 2021 ​$349 for members, $449 for non-members. July 1st rates raise for members $359 and for non-members $459.
Can't attend in-person check out the Virtual Event option -
The online portion includes access to a state-of-the-art virtual platform, live chat with attendees and exhibitors, virtual trade show and exhibitor collateral, virtual 1:1 appointments, eight on-demand education sessions, and one on-demand general session.
Cost: $99 for members and $199 for non-members - for more info 
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For Rate Information and What's Included CLICK HERE
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June Chapter Meeting: Destination - Greece

6/9/2021

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Mark your calendars! June  16, 2021 @ 10:00AM
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​* Meeting time to accommodate our guests from Greece*

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Join us as our presenters discuss travel in Greece so you can feel confident selling Greece and preparing your clients!

Hear updates on the current COVID-19 entrance requirements and passenger expectations on wearing masks, social distancing, etc. 

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Greece is known for its beaches, from the black sands of Santorini to the party resorts of Mykonos. Santorini, arguably the most famous of the Greek islands, is instantly recognizable for its whitewashed, cube-shaped buildings adorned with blue accents, steep cliffs and tangerine sunsets that light up the sky and sea. Athens...ahh the history! Truly remarkable! And cruising into the islands is breathtaking.
Our Presenters include:

Mina Agnos - President of Travelive
Eric Bacon - Celestyal Cruises
Katerina Zavra - Director of Sales of Kanava Hotels
Theodore Katis - Cluster Account Direct for Grande Bretagne & King George Hotels in Athens
Georgia Boosalis, Sales Director for the Mykonos Grand
Theodore Daktilidis - Managing Director for Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa and Petasos Beach Hotel & Spa on Mykonos
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Followed by a Q & A Session

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All invitees who attend the webinar live will be eligible to win one of the following:
Prize 1  
  • 4-Night Celestyal Cruise sailing on the Iconic Aegean or Iconic Discovery with a departure in 2021 or 2022, according to availability in an Outside XB or XC stateroom category.  
  • 2 Nights Athens King George Hotel offered by Theodore Katis, Managing Director for Grande Bretagne & King George in Athens 
Prize 2
  • 2 Nights at the Vedema on Santorini offered by Kalia Konstantinidou, VP of Kavana Hotels & Resorts
  • 2 Nights at Parilio on Paros offered by Kalia Konstantinidou, VP of Kavana Hotels & Resorts
  • 2 Nights at the Mykonos Riviera on Mykonos offered by Theordore Daktilidis, Managing Director for Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa and Petasos Beach Hotel & Spa on Mykonos 
Prize 3 
$50 gift certificate to Christakis Greek Cuisine in Tustin. 
 
**To qualify you must be a current ASTA member and present the entire meeting with your camera on as a professional courtesy** 
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​If you are unable to attend the live meeting, but would like access to the recording, please RSVP Yes​.
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