Shop the World: Latin America
Preliminary Program
Shopping, Dining and Cultural Tourism are the top three tourism activities in the U.S. and major economic drivers worldwide. Tourists spend 4 to 10 times more than local shoppers. Tourism is one of the world's top growth industries. Shop the World provides ideas and opportunities to grow your business.
Thursday, January 26
VIP Retail Study Tour via Gray Line Cancun to premier shopping centers in Riviera Maya and Cancun including Luxury Avenue and La Isla, Lunch included.
Luxury AvenueA boutique mall that features the world's most prestigious designers as well as original shopping exclusive to Mexico.
La IslaA great place for families on vacation! Take advantage of premiere shopping, both upscale and affordable dining and an interactive aquarium, all while enjoying views of the lagoon.
Friday, January 27
Jesus Alamguer, CEO, Cancun CVB
Dario Flota Ocampo, General Director, Riviera Maya CVB
Helen Marano, Director, Office of Travel and Tourism, U.S. Department of Commerce
Panel on managing security and proactive communication strategies.
Moderator:
Helen MaranoPanel to include Edelman and Mexico Security expert
Luxury Avenue, Cancun,, Mariela Hernandez
Outlets of Colorado, Peggy Ziglin, Craig Realty Group
Shop Las Vegas, Art Jimenez, Las Vegas CVA
Shop America Alliance, Rosemary McCormick
Presented by:
Gerardo Llanes ÁlvarezExecutive Director of Marketing
El Concejo de Promoción Turística de México, Mexico Tourism Board
Biography
What Do Tourists Want?
Latest trends on Shopping Tourism spending, social media and tourism development.
Laura MandalaManaging Director
Mandala Research
Carolyn PettyTaxFree Texas Shopping
Jones Lang LaSalle
Innovative Ways to Brand and Market Shopping, Cultural and Culinary Experiences
Moderated by:
Carlos Uliberri, Grupo BT
Take away ideas to enhance your tourism business.
Rosemary McCormick, Shop America Alliance
Subject to updates