Vancouver International Travel Expo

Name: Vancouver International Travel Expo
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2026-10-10
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre East

Notable exhibitors

Companies exhibiting at Vancouver International Travel Expo include Abu Dhabi Tourism, Advent, Air China, AIR INDIA and Air north.

Abu Dhabi Tourism
Advent
Air China
AIR INDIA
Air north

Event overview

Overview

The Vancouver International Travel Expo is a premier event showcasing travel destinations, services, and experiences.

This year's expo will feature around 200 exhibitors, including travel agents and industry experts, providing valuable insights and exclusive deals.

TL;DR

1Dates and Venue: The Vancouver International Travel Expo takes place on October 10, 2026, at the Vancouver Convention Centre East.
2Scale and Focus: This expo features around 200 exhibitors showcasing travel destinations, services, and experiences.
3Organiser: The event is organised by VIT EXPO INC., with more details available at vitexpo.ca.
4Buyer Authority: Attendees include travel enthusiasts, industry professionals, and potential travelers looking for insights and deals.
5Entry Details: The expo is open to the public from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with tickets available online.

Why visit

Visitors will have the chance to connect with a wide range of exhibitors, attend informative seminars, and explore exclusive travel deals. Dates and Venue: The Vancouver International Travel Expo takes place on October 10, 2026, at the Vancouver Convention Centre East. Buyer Authority: Attendees include travel enthusiasts, industry professionals, and potential travelers looking for insights and deals.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors can showcase their offerings to a targeted audience of travel enthusiasts and professionals, enhancing brand visibility and generating leads in a growing market. Scale and Focus: This expo features around 200 exhibitors showcasing travel destinations, services, and experiences. Buyer Authority: Attendees include travel enthusiasts, industry professionals, and potential travelers looking for insights and deals. The Vancouver International Travel Expo serves as a.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Travel enthusiasts seeking new destinations

Travel agents looking for partnerships

Families planning vacations

Couples interested in honeymoon packages

Adventure seekers exploring unique travel experiences

Individuals looking for travel deals and promotions

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Tour operators showcasing travel packages

Hotels and resorts promoting accommodations

Travel agencies offering booking services

Destination marketing organizations

Cruise lines presenting travel options

Adventure travel companies

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Travel packages for various destinations

Accommodation options including hotels and resorts

Adventure travel experiences and tours

Cruise options for travelers

Travel insurance services

Transportation services including car rentals

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Vancouver Convention Centre East

999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Facilities

Parking

Parking details are currently unknown; please check the venue's official site for updates.

Parking: Easy access to public transportation and major visitor amenities downtown make it an ideal venue for the Vancouver International Travel Expo.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

10 October –11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Ticket info

Ticket notes

Buy your tickets now and you are automatically entered into our major prize draws on airplane tickets, hotel stays, and more.

Who runs the show

Organisers

VIT EXPO INC.

Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Next edition

Not announced yet

Testimonials

It was very informative. We were there for one of the seminars and the speaker was very knowledgeable.
Nicki M. · 2025

Wouldn’t miss it. Loved last year’s show. Definitely will be there!
Michelle S. · 2025

The show had destinations we had never even thought about! It was great for helping us plan our next trip.
Shawn W. · 2025

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The Vancouver International Travel Expo is a premier event showcasing travel destinations, services, and experiences. This year's expo will feature around 200 exhibitors, including travel agents and industry experts, providing valuable insights and exclusive deals. The Vancouver International Travel Expo serves as a vital platform for connecting travelers with industry professionals, enhancing consumer awareness, and promoting travel opportunities in a competitive market. Join us at the Vancouver International.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Travel enthusiasts seeking new destinations, Travel agents looking for partnerships, Families planning vacations, Couples interested in honeymoon packages. Dates and Venue: The Vancouver International Travel Expo takes place on October 10, 2026, at the Vancouver Convention Centre East. Scale and Focus: This expo features around 200 exhibitors showcasing travel destinations, services, and experiences. Organiser: The event is organised by VIT EXPO INC., with more details available at.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada — the primary gateway market for Western Canada and the US Pacific Northwest, serving outbound leisure and cruise buyers, inbound destination marketers, and the Alaska and Rocky Mountain travel trade.

Why it matters

Attending Vancouver International Travel Expo on 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-10 in Vancouver lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Digital buyer journeys describe how travel buyers research, shortlist and pre-book suppliers online long before they reach a show floor.

Sustainability in procurement

Sustainability in procurement is the practice of writing environmental and community criteria into travel purchasing decisions and supplier contracts.

Automation and labour efficiency

Automation and labour efficiency cover the booking, pricing and service tools that reduce manual work for travel sellers.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Regional supply-chain resilience is the shift by travel buyers toward suppliers and routes that keep working when demand, fuel costs or borders change suddenly.

Hybrid engagement models

Hybrid engagement models combine an in-person show day with year-round digital follow-up for travel trade buyers.

Related travel trade fairs in the Vancouver and global circuit

Book Vancouver hotel rooms and supplier meetings 8–12 weeks before 10 October 2026; the peer circuit clusters in January (New York and Los Angeles), March (Berlin) and November (London).

Vancouver travel buyers and destination marketers plan VIT Expo alongside the larger international travel trade circuit — ITB Berlin, WTM London and the North American Travel & Adventure Show series — to compare destination marketing offers, cruise capacity and tour operator programmes across markets.

Pre-show

Confirm YVR flights, downtown hotel rooms and exhibitor meetings for VIT Expo, and clear eTA or visitor visa requirements before booking non-refundable travel.

Show week

Single-day hall walk-throughs, cruise and destination board negotiations, and seminars on 10 October 2026.

Post-show

Follow-up contracting with Western Canadian agents and operators, and planning attendance at the next circuit event in the winter or spring window.

Peer events are established travel trade fairs in the global and North American circuit; confirm exact dates on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · CAD

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

YVR

Vancouver International Airport

The primary gateway for the show and the main North American Pacific hub: direct flights from London, Tokyo, Sydney, Hong Kong, Toronto, Montreal and New York. The Canada Line departs the terminal and reaches Waterfront Station in about 25 minutes, followed by a 10–12 minute walk to Vancouver Convention Centre East on Canada Place.

~13 km

to venue

25–35 min by car; 25 min by SkyTrain Canada Line to Waterfront Station

by car

CXH

Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre

Downtown Coal Harbour seaplane terminal used by Harbour Air and Kenmore Air for scheduled services from Victoria, Nanaimo and Seattle — the most efficient arrival for Vancouver Island and Puget Sound visitors.

~2 km

to venue

5–8 min by taxi; 15–20 min walk along the seawall

by car

YXX

Abbotsford International Airport

Secondary Lower Mainland airport with low-cost domestic and US sun-destination services; a viable option when YVR fares peak around the show weekend, but factor in a rental car or the Connector shuttle into downtown.

~70 km

to venue

60–75 min by car via Highway 1

by car

SEA

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport

Often used by US-origin and transpacific travellers routing through Seattle; Amtrak Cascades connects Seattle's King Street Station to Vancouver's Pacific Central Station in roughly four hours, with a second train added in peak season.

~230 km

to venue

2 hr 30 min–3 hr 30 min via Interstate 5 and the Blaine border crossing

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

4-star

3-star

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

metro

Estimated costCAD 9.45–11.50 single journey (includes CAD 5.00 YVR AddFare)

Best forSkyTrain Canada Line — YVR Airport to Waterfront Station

Departs the airport terminal every 6–12 minutes, takes about 25 minutes to Waterfront, then a 10–12 minute covered walk along the Canada Place concourse to Convention Centre East. Trains run from early morning until after midnight.

metro

Estimated costCAD 3.20–4.65 single journey; Compass Card day pass about CAD 11.25

Best forSkyTrain Expo Line and Canada Line — Burrard or Waterfront Station to the venue

Both lines converge on Waterfront Station, the closest rapid-transit stop to the venue. Tap a contactless credit card or a loaded Compass Card at the fare gates; no AddFare applies on trips that do not touch the airport.

taxi

Estimated costCAD 40–45 metered taxi zone rate; CAD 35–55 for Uber or Lyft

Best forYVR Airport to downtown Vancouver and Vancouver Convention Centre East

Taxis queue outside both arrivals levels and use a fixed downtown zone rate, taking 25–35 minutes off-peak and considerably longer between 15:30 and 18:30. Rideshare pick-up is signposted on the departures level.

bus

Estimated costCAD 3.20 single journey

Best forTransLink routes 19, 22 and 44 along West Georgia, Burrard and Denman Streets

Useful for hotels west of the venue in the West End and Coal Harbour; routes 19 and 22 stop within two blocks of Canada Place. Buses accept Compass Card, Compass Ticket or exact cash.

train

Estimated costCAD 55–120 one way depending on booking class and lead time

Best forAmtrak Cascades — Seattle King Street Station to Vancouver Pacific Central Station

A four-hour scenic rail option for US visitors arriving via Seattle; Pacific Central Station is about 3 km from the venue and connects by SkyTrain or a short taxi ride. US customs clearance is done at the station before boarding.

taxi

Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forVancouver International Airport (YVR) to Vancouver Convention Centre East

25–35 min by car; 25 min by SkyTrain Canada Line to Waterfront Station; The primary gateway for the show and the main North American Pacific hub: direct flights from London, Tokyo, Sydney, Hong Kong, Toronto, Montreal and New York. The Canada Line departs the terminal and reaches

taxi

Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forVancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) to Vancouver Convention Centre East

5–8 min by taxi; 15–20 min walk along the seawall; Downtown Coal Harbour seaplane terminal used by Harbour Air and Kenmore Air for scheduled services from Victoria, Nanaimo and Seattle — the most efficient arrival for Vancouver Island and Puget Sound visitors.

taxi

Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forAbbotsford International Airport (YXX) to Vancouver Convention Centre East

60–75 min by car via Highway 1; Secondary Lower Mainland airport with low-cost domestic and US sun-destination services; a viable option when YVR fares peak around the show weekend, but factor in a rental car or the Connector shuttle into downtown.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization)	Visa-exempt foreign nationals — UK, Ireland, EU and Schengen, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, Mexico and most Caribbean passport holders — arriving in Canada by air.	$5.00	Usually minutes; allow up to 72 hours. Valid for up to five years or until passport expiry.
Temporary Resident Visa (visitor visa)	Nationals of visa-required countries, including India, China, the Philippines, Nigeria, Pakistan, Brazil and much of Asia, Africa and the Middle East.	$73.00	Plan 30–90+ days depending on the visa office, plus a biometrics appointment (CAD 85) where required. Apply at least three months before 10 October 2026.
Business visitor entry (exhibitors and trade buyers)	Exhibitors, stand builders and buyers attending meetings, supplier negotiations or stand build on a short commercial trip.	—	No separate work permit is needed for short business visits; entry rests on a valid visa or eTA plus supporting documents.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents travel freely. US citizens need neither a visa nor an eTA for short visits. Most other nationalities must hold an eTA or a visitor visa before boarding a flight to YVR.

Canada accepts ATA carnets for professional equipment, display material and samples; confirm the carnet with the Canada Border Services Agency and your freight forwarder before shipping stand material.

Official visa page

Weather

October is when Vancouver turns wet: daytime highs sit around 12–15°C with overnight lows of 6–9°C, and roughly 110–120 mm of rain falls across 14–16 wet days. Rain usually arrives as light, persistent Pacific drizzle rather than downpours, and harbour winds make the Canada Place waterfront feel cooler than the temperature suggests. Pack a waterproof shell, a compact umbrella and water-resistant shoes for the show floor and the 10–12 minute walk from Waterfront Station, and expect daylight to fade by about 18:30 for evening meetings downtown.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Canada.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Tipping

Restaurants, bars and cafés expect 15–20% on the pre-tax bill, with 18% now standard downtown; bartenders typically receive CAD 1–2 per drink. Taxi and rideshare drivers are tipped around 10–15%. Debit and credit tap payments are accepted almost everywhere, and tipping prompts appear on the payment terminal.

Business etiquette

Vancouver business culture is informal and punctual — arrive on time, shake hands on introduction and use first names quickly. West Coast dress code at a travel trade show is business casual: jacket without tie, or clean knitwear with trousers. Small talk about the outdoors, skiing and the ferry to Victoria is well received.

Money and daily practicalities

All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD); US dollars are usually accepted at par or at a discount, so pay in CAD. ATMs are widely available downtown, sales tax is added at the till, and 19+ age rules apply to bars. Smoking and vaping are restricted in public spaces, including the convention centre and its patios.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: YVR

Flights into Vancouver International Airport (YVR) were sampled from Sydney (SYD), London (LHR), Tokyo (NRT) and New York (JFK) for the 9 October 2026 departure window ahead of the 10 October 2026 show day; October fares into Vancouver were flagged as currently high on the sampled Sydney route, so book early and confirm baggage and connection times.

Visa

Canada requires either an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA, CAD 7) for visa-exempt nationals such as UK, EU, Australian, Japanese and South Korean passport holders flying to Vancouver, or a Temporary Resident Visa (CAD 100) for nationals of India, China, the Philippines, Nigeria, Pakistan, Brazil and most of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. US citizens need neither for short visits. Apply online at canada.ca before booking non-refundable flights, allow 30–90+ days for a visitor visa plus a biometrics appointment, and carry an invitation from VIT Expo Inc. or your host exhibitor if travelling on business. Exhibitors shipping display material or samples should confirm an ATA carnet with the Canada Border Services Agency.

Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

Apply online at canada.ca before booking non-refundable flights. The eTA is verified electronically at YVR check-in and self-service kiosks. Apply online and carry the port-of-entry letter, proof of accommodation near the venue and evidence of onward travel or return booking.

Official

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Vancouver International Airport (YVR): 25–35 min by car; 25 min by SkyTrain Canada Line to Waterfront Station; Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH): 5–8 min by taxi; 15–20 min walk along the seawall; Abbotsford International Airport (YXX): 60–75 min by car via Highway 1; Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA): 2 hr 30 min–3 hr 30 min via Interstate 5 and the Blaine border crossing. Allow road or rail time to Vancouver Convention Centre East; on-site parking is usually avai

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Vancouver Convention Centre East: {'name': 'Quality Inn & Suites Downtown Vancouver', 'area': 'Downtown Vancouver', 'amenities': 'Breakfast (fee), free Wi-Fi, parking (fee), air conditioning, fitness centre, restaurant, kitchen in some rooms, accessible', 'notes': 'Guest rating 4.3 (1.5K reviews), flagged for an excellent location; listed with a great price', 'source_url': 'https://www.google.com/travel/search?q=hotels%20near%20Vancouver%20Convention%20Centre%20East%2C%20Van

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Vancouver; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: The SkyTrain Canada Line is the fastest link from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to downtown, running direct to Waterfront Station in about 25 minutes; from Waterfront it is a 10–12 minute walk along the Canada Place concourse to Vancouver Convention Centre East. TransLink fares are zone-based (about CAD 3.20–4.65 per single journey), with the airport leg carrying a CAD 5.00 YVR AddFare, and a Compass Card day pass covers unlimited travel for roughly CAD 11.25. Local bus routes 19, 22 and 44 run along West Georgia and Burrard Streets, and the SeaBus connects Waterfront with North Vancouver in 12 minutes. Load a Compass Card or tap a contactless credit card at fare gates for the simplest show-week travel.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Vancouver Convention Centre East; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: October 2026

Temperature: 12–15°C daytime highs; 6–9°C overnight — roughly 54–59°F by day and 43–48°F after dark.

Seasonality: October opens Vancouver's rainy season: about 110–120 mm of rain spread over 14–16 wet days, mostly light persistent drizzle off the Pacific with occasional heavier frontal systems and harbour wind. Bring a waterproof jacket, an umbrella and water-resistant shoes.

Packing: October 2026

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Saturday, 10 October 2026 — the single show day, from opening at 08:30

VIT Expo is a one-day event at Vancouver Convention Centre East, so every exhibitor stand, seminar and buyer meeting falls on 10 October 2026. Arriving at the 08:30 doors gives an uninterrupted morning on the hall before the afternoon seminar block and the busiest consumer footfall; international visitors should fly into YVR on 9 October and hold the evening of 10 October for follow-up meetings downtown.

Verify passport validity and apply for the correct Canadian entry document online — Check Government of Canada eTA or visitor visa requirements for your nationality and allow processing time before booking non-refundable travel.

Book flights into Vancouver International Airport (YVR) — Aim to land on or before 9 October 2026 for the 10 October show day; compare nonstop and one-stop options from your origin band.

Reserve a downtown Vancouver hotel near the venue — Google Travel returned 108 properties for the convention centre district, including Quality Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Barclay Hotel and Kingston Hotel.

Complete visitor registration for the Vancouver International Travel Expo — Register through the official vitexpo.ca site and save your confirmation for badge collection.

Download the exhibitor list and floor plan — Shortlist tourism boards, cruise lines, tour operators, airlines and hotel groups you want to meet at Vancouver Convention Centre East.

Request meetings with target exhibitors — Send short agenda notes so stand teams can prepare quotes, itineraries or partner packs for the show day.

Plan ground transport between hotel and venue — Downtown hotels are walking distance from the convention centre district; budget a short taxi or ride-hail trip on luggage days.

Review the show floor and session schedule — Block time for travel trade seminars and destination presentations alongside stand visits.

Arrange Canadian dollars, payment cards, mobile data and travel insurance — Confirm your card works in Canada and note your bank's fees for foreign transactions.

Pack business cards, chargers and comfortable shoes — Check the local Vancouver forecast in the days before travel and pack a layer for coastal autumn conditions.

Reconfirm badge collection hours, venue entry and hotel booking — Contact the organiser or check vitexpo.ca for arrival, security screening and badge desk timings.

Arrive in Vancouver and collect your badge if the desk is open — Rest ahead of the 10 October 2026 show day and map your route from the hotel to Vancouver Convention Centre East.

Side trips

Sea-to-Sky Highway to Squamish and Whistler

Victoria and Vancouver Island by BC Ferries

Stanley Park Seawall and Granville Island

Networking spots

Exhibit hall destination pavilions

The highest concentration of decision-makers: destination boards, cruise lines and inbound operators share the main floor, so stand-adjacent conversations convert fastest into supplier meetings.

Waterfront concourse and coffee zones

The open glass concourse and café seating between the halls serve as the show's informal meeting point for agents, media and tourism board staff between sessions.

Coal Harbour and Burrard Landing waterfront

A cluster of waterfront restaurants and hotel bars along Coal Harbour, including the Fairmont Pacific Rim and Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle areas, well suited to follow-up dinners with exhibitors and cruise-line representatives.

Budget

Costs & budget

Build your working budget

Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

Number of nights

Estimated budget

Live estimate

Per diem × 2CA$150.00
VisaCA$73.00

Estimated totalCA$223.00

This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

visa_fee

visitor · temporary_resident_visa

CAD 100 / per person

official

visa_fee

visitor · eta

CAD 7 / per person

official

hotel

visitor · mid_range_downtown

CAD 220–340 / per room per night

estimate

local_transport

visitor · airport_to_downtown

CAD 9.45–11.5 / single journey

estimate

taxi_fare

visitor · airport_zone

CAD 40–60 / one way

estimate

flight

visitor · economy_round_trip

CAD 251–3248 / round trip

estimate

per_diem

visitor · meals_and_incidentals

CAD 100–160 / per day

estimate

visa_fee

visitor · eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization)

USD 5 / per application

official

visa_fee

visitor · Temporary Resident Visa (visitor visa)

USD 73 / per application

official

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
visa_fee	visitor	temporary_resident_visa	CAD 100 / per person	official
visa_fee	visitor	eta	CAD 7 / per person	official
hotel	visitor	mid_range_downtown	CAD 220–340 / per room per night	estimate
local_transport	visitor	airport_to_downtown	CAD 9.45–11.5 / single journey	estimate
taxi_fare	visitor	airport_zone	CAD 40–60 / one way	estimate
flight	visitor	economy_round_trip	CAD 251–3248 / round trip	estimate
per_diem	visitor	meals_and_incidentals	CAD 100–160 / per day	estimate
visa_fee	visitor	eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization)	USD 5 / per application	official
visa_fee	visitor	Temporary Resident Visa (visitor visa)	USD 73 / per application	official

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Travel agents, tour operators, destination marketers and travel media based in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest who want one day to meet cruise lines, tourism boards, resorts and airline representatives in Vancouver.

Min. budget

$350.00

Timeline

4-6 weeks to book flights into YVR, a downtown hotel and event registration.

Risks

Downtown Vancouver hotel rates and availability tighten around the 10 October 2026 show date

Confirm Canadian entry requirements (eTA or visitor visa) well before booking non-refundable travel

exhibit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Tourism boards, cruise lines, airlines, hotel groups, DMCs and inbound tour operators that want stand-based face time with Western Canadian travel trade and consumers in a single show day.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

3-4 months for stand booking, design, freight and staff travel.

Risks

Stand space and build-up slots at the convention centre are allocated on a first-come basis

Freight and customs lead time for display materials and demo units entering Canada

skip

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Suppliers with no Canadian or Pacific Northwest travel trade channel who would gain little from a single-day regional consumer and trade expo.

Timeline

None - monitor the exhibitor list and vitexpo.ca updates instead.

Risks

Missing Vancouver travel trade relationships that competing destinations and brands will build in person

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

What are the event hours?

The event will be open to the public from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM on October 10, 2026.

How can I buy tickets?

Tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite.

What is the venue address?

The event will be held at Vancouver Convention Centre East, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC.

Is there parking available?

Parking details are currently unknown; please check the venue's official site for updates.

What types of exhibitors will be present?

The expo will feature around 200 exhibitors from various travel sectors, including tour operators, hotels, and travel agencies.

Glossary

Exhibitor: A company or individual that displays products or services at the expo.
Visitor: An individual attending the expo to explore travel options and connect with exhibitors.
Travel Package: A bundled offering that includes various travel services such as flights, accommodations, and activities.
Seminar: An educational session at the expo where experts share insights and knowledge about travel.
Networking: The act of connecting with other professionals and attendees to build relationships and opportunities.
Destination: A place that travelers visit, often highlighted by exhibitors at the expo.
Cruise: A travel experience that involves sailing on a ship to various destinations.
Travel Insurance: A type of insurance that covers various risks associated with traveling.

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

VIT EXPO INC.

Vancouver International Travel Expo
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Eventbrite

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