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EXPERIENCE LATIN AMERICA 2015, Europe’s exclusive by-invitation only travel
event, dedicated to Latin America is officially SOLD OUT!
The Latin American Travel Association (LATA) is proud to announce that exhibitor spaces for
Experience Latin America (ELA) by LATA 2015 are sold out. ELA 2015 is an exciting B2B travel
trade event in London, bringing together key suppliers from Latin America with influential buyers
from the UK and Europe.
15th-17th June 2015 is fast approaching when ELA by LATA will be returning to CCT Venues Plus,
Canary Wharf in London. During the three day event, 120 DMCs, hotels, airlines, cruise companies and
tourist boards from across Latin America will be meeting and developing relationships with key UK and
European Tour Operators & Travel Agents to grow business to Latin America. With just over a month
to go, the number of Buyers and Travel Agents has already exceeded those that attended the event
last year. An impressive list of registered media will also be attending the event.
Buyers, Travel Agents and Media can still register by visiting experiencelatinamerica.converve.com.
Selection for companies of interest and seminars must be submitted by May 15th 2015.
There will be invaluable networking opportunities at the event during coffee and lunch breaks where
attendees can enjoy Brazilian and Ecuadorian treats as well as great sponsorship opportunities, some
of which are still available, for exhibitors to build brand and destination awareness to a targeted
audience.
Attendees will also have the chance to attend a choice of 17 ‘Uncover & Discover’ seminars hosted by
LATA and sponsors including Metropolitan Touring, Asuaire Travel, Ecuador Tourist Board and
Aeromexico. Seminar topics include:
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How to sell Latin America
Responsible Travel - A shift form mindless consumption to mindful consumption
Bespoke Central America: Something for everyone
Aeromexico’s increased presence is boosting tourism to Mexico and Latin America.
Metropolitan Touring introduces its new expedition vessel in Galapagos, Santa Cruz II
Ecuador 2020: A fresh vision of quality, products and promotion
The Press Divide - Bridging the gap between what travel companies want to promote and travel
editors want to publish
Destination Weddings: Locations, trends and legalities in Latin America
Air Europa will be sponsoring the Official Opening Party to kick off the three day extravaganza with a
bang! The Chile Tourist Board will be sponsoring the official show bags and badge pouches.
David Horwell, Director of Select Latin America will be attending the event again this year - “It’s one
of the best trade shows I’ve been to because it’s very focused on our small area. It’s great!”.
For any company who wishes to enquire about sponsorship and tailor-made packages, please get in
touch
with
a
team
member
at
info@experiencelatinamerica.co.uk
or
visit
www.experiencelatinamerica.co.uk.
Selling Travel is the official media partner for ELA 2015.
For regular updates and insights into the event follow Experience Latin America by LATA on Twitter
@ELA_by_LATA and @latauk and with the official show hashtag #ELA2015 .
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Notes to Editors:
About LATA: THE LATIN AMERICAN TRAVEL ASSOCIATION (LATA) is a travel trade association bringing
together over 275 companies including tourist boards, tour operators, airlines, representation
companies, hotels and the travel press. The aim of the association is to promote Latin America as a
tourist destination and stimulate growth of travel to the region through a range of promotional and
educational activities, and is committed to improving standards and best business practice for the
safety and welfare of visitors to Latin America.
For more information about becoming a member of LATA and membership benefits, please
contact info@lata.org.
For more information on ELA 2015,
www.experiencelatinamerica.co.uk
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Puja Khanna
ELA PR Account Director
Experience Latin America c/o Aviacircle
Unit D 28-29 The Quadrant, 135 Salusbury Road | London NW6 6RJ |
Tel: +44 20 7644 6113
Mob: +44 78 25083 281
Fax: +44 207 372-5986
Email: pkhanna@aviacircle.com
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