# Event Details - **Event Name**: TTMA Presents: The State of the International Traveler - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join TTMA as we unpack the international traveller, what’s driving their decisions, and the opportunities they create for our industry.About this EventTTMA Presents: The State of the International TravelerEvent OverviewThe September TTMA program, “The State of the International Traveler,” will bring together leaders across destination marketing, tourism economics, and travel research to examine the forces shaping international inbound travel demand today and what they mean for the future of the industry.As traveler behavior continues to evolve, destinations and hospitality organizations are navigating shifting consumer priorities, changing international travel patterns, major global events, and an increasingly competitive travel landscape.Through a series of expert presentations and industry perspectives, speakers will explore who is traveling, where they are coming from, what is driving travel decisions, and how destinations and hospitality businesses can position themselves to capture emerging opportunities.Meet the SpeakersChelsea BenitezSenior Director of Research & Analytics, Brand USAChelsea Benitez will provide an international perspective on the current state of travel and the outlook for inbound tourism to the United States.As Senior Director of Research & Analytics at Brand USA, Chelsea leads the vision and execution of tourism and travel research, transforming data into actionable insights on global travel behavior, industry trends, and emerging opportunities that inform Brand USA’s business and marketing strategies.Her presentation may explore:2026 visitation performance and forecastDestination search and booking trends among international travelersTraveler sentiment and factors influencing destination choice and travel demandOpportunities and challenges facing U.S. tourism in the current global environmentKimberly Vince-CruzChief Operating Officer, Future PartnersKimberly Vince-Cruz, Chief Operating Officer at Future Partners, will provide a data-driven perspective on the current state of the international traveler, drawing from Future Partners’ recently released Annual Survey of the International Traveler.This presentation will examine consumer behavior, preferences, motivations, and expectations among international travelers and provide insight into how those trends may shape future tourism demand.Potential areas of focus include:Shifting perceptions of the United States, including the impact of major eventsThe effects of U.S. policy on interest in visiting the United StatesAI adoption in travel planningA look into Los Angeles-oriented international travelers and how they compare to the average international travelerOpportunities for destinations, hotels, attractions, and tourism organizationsWendy KheelSr. Manager, Client Relations & Insights, Symphony, Tourism EconomicsWendy Kheel will present Tourism Economics’ analysis of the impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the Los Angeles and San Francisco hotel markets.This presentation will provide an economic perspective on how a major global sporting event translated into hotel performance.Potential areas of focus include:Hotel performance during FIFAChanges in occupancy, ADR, and other key performance indicatorsWhat the FIFA experience reveals about event-driven tourism demandLessons for destinations preparing for future global eventsImplications for hotels, tourism organizations, and destination marketersWhat We’ll ExploreTogether, the speakers will provide attendees with insight into:Current international travel demand and consumer behaviorThe state of international inbound travel and forecastsEmerging trends among international travelersEconomic factors influencing tourism and hospitality performanceEvent DetailsWednesday, September 16, 202611:00 AM–2:00 PMThe East AngelArts District, Downtown Los AngelesAgenda11:00 AM–12:00 PMRegistration + Networking Luncheon12:00–2:00 PMSpeaker Presentations + ProgramBrand USA: The State of International TravelFuture Partners: Understanding the International TravelerTourism Economics: The Impact of the World Cup on Hotel PerformanceIndustry Discussion + Q&AAbout TTMAFounded in 1971 as the Travel & Tourism Research Association and reorganized in 1997 as TTMA, the Travel & Tourism Marketing Association is a nonprofit 501(c)(6) membership organization comprised of travel marketing and tourism professionals spanning industry sectors.TTMA brings together professionals across the Southern California travel and tourism community through educational programs, networking opportunities, and initiatives that foster connection, learning, and visibility across the industry.Join us September 16 for an afternoon of research, insights, and conversation on the forces shaping the international traveler and the future of inbound tourism. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-angeles/ttma-presents-the-state-of-the-international-traveler/100001998558664766 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The East Angel - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 105, max: 105, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Angeles - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: The East Angel - **lat**: 34.0361249 - **long**: -118.2230382 - **full address**: The East Angel, 670 South Anderson Street, Los Angeles, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: TTMA Presents: The State of the International Traveler - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4d1bd779d4f307e02cd4aced07a33c72bb357cfce38d6f75f5658fff04290bd4-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8b878-gmir.jpg?v=1787589933 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is TTMA 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