Meet America’s Favorite Travel Experts and Personalities
For over 20 years, the Travel & Adventure Show has connected more than 2.7 million travel enthusiasts, 16,500 unique Travel Advisors, and thousands of travel media with more than 5,800 different exhibiting companies from around the world, influencing over $7 billion in travel bookings.
With hundreds of exhibitors, an incredible lineup of travel experts, including new faces and fantastic programming across markets catering to different travel niches, the 2025 series is gearing up for another massive year of travel inspiration!
Now the Travel & Adventure Show is excited to announce its lineup for 2025.
Attendees can expect to see some of their favorite travel experts as keynote speakers including:
- Rick Steves, Travel Writer, Host of Rick Steves’ Europe, and Travel with Rick Steves
- Andrew McCarthy, Award-Winning Travel Writer, Actor and Director
- Phil Keoghan, Host and Executive Producer of CBS’ Multi Emmy Award-Winning Reality Series “The Amazing Race” and Host of “National Geographic Explorer”
- Pauline Frommer, Editorial Director of the Frommer’s Guides and Publisher of Frommers.com
- Peter Greenberg, Emmy Award-Winning Investigative Reporter and Producer and CBS News Travel Editor
- Drew Binsky, World Traveler, Video Creator and Social Media Personality
- Josh Gates, Television Presenter-Actor, Producer and Host of The Discovery Channel Series Expedition: Unknown and Legendary Locations
- Scott Mayerowitz, Reward Points Strategist
- Chris Burkard, World-Renowned Photographer and Artist
In 2025 the Travel & Adventure Show will return to nine cities: Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Denver, the Bay Area, Dallas and Washington, D.C.
Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show (Jan. 11-12, 2025)
The Atlanta Show is officially moving to a new location, taking place at the Georgia International Convention Center. With even more space than before, and a new, large representation of destinations and travel providers from around the world, attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with the travel experts who have the insider information on the newest products and travel trends for 2025 and beyond. Featuring experts Drew Binsky, Peter Greenberg and Scott Mayerowitz, attendees will have access to the top travel advice for the upcoming year and beyond.
New York Travel & Adventure Show (Jan. 25-26, 2025)
Pauline Frommer, of Frommer’s Travel Guides, and Peter Greenberg return to share their top tips and tricks for travel planning in 2025. Joining the lineup are “The Amazing Race” host, Phil Keoghan, and actor and travel writer Andrew McCarthy. Once again, the show will include the LGBTQ+ and Dive & Water Sports Pavilions as well as the Global Beats Stage. Debuting last year, the Travel Workshop Theater returns and will include sessions on accessible, over 50, culinary travel as well as an AI session. As the largest Travel Show in the U.S., attendees will meet with the top destinations from around the world, ranging from Croatia and Pakistan to Taiwan and Italy, all under one roof.
Chicago Travel & Adventure Show (Feb. 1-2, 2025)
Peter Greenberg, Andrew McCarthy and Pauline Frommer will be in Chicago as keynote speakers. During the show, guests can once again visit the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma photo booth as well as have the opportunity to ride on a segway and trike, where guides will discuss architecture, history, interesting facts along the lakefront, Millennium Park and Museum Campus! New to the Chicago show will be an inflatable obstacle course where guests can create lasting memories challenging friends and family to see who can conquer the course the fastest. Of course, don’t miss the new Croatia Pavilion featuring tastes of wine, chocolate and food from one of the hottest destinations for 2025.
Phoenix Travel & Adventure Show (Feb. 15-16, 2025)
After making its debut in 2024, the Phoenix Travel & Adventure Show returns. Along with keynote speakers Peter Greenberg and Drew Binsky, the show features the Dive & Water Sports Pavilion, Savvy Theater sessions on various topics such as travel trends, the top travel destinations for 2025 and more. Attendees will also be able to partake in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma photo booth and explore the top travel providers in the industry, including Viking River Cruises, Visit New Mexico, Go Touch Down Travel & Tours and many more.
Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show (Feb. 22-23, 2025)
Pauline Frommer and PBS’ Rick Steves will return as keynote speakers at the Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show along with newcomer Josh Gates from Discovery Channel. Attendees at this year’s show will learn all about the top travel insights and inspirations for 2025. Attendees can also partake in a rockwall climbing experience, presented by Visit Yosemite Madera County, and listen to performers on the Global Beats Stage. In addition to top travel content, travelers will have access to the highly acclaimed Sponsor Village, featuring the top international destinations including Brazil, Japan, and Taiwan among others.
Denver Travel & Adventure Show (March 8-9, 2025)
This year’s mainstage lineup features Pauline Frommer, Peter Greenberg and world-renowned travel photographer and videographer Chris Burkard, who will make his Travel Shows debut. During the show, attendees can also take pictures at the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma photo booth or explore the Dive & Water Sports and Outdoor Adventure Pavilions. From local drive destinations to African safaris and the Caribbean, attendees will have the opportunity to find new travel experiences that are trending for 2025 and beyond.
San Francisco/Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show (March 15-16, 2025)
Learn the latest travel tips, trends and advice in four theaters located right on the show floor, and get the chance to meet your favorite travel celebrities including Peter Greenberg, Rick Steves and Chris Burkard. World Heritage Cultural Center will present a variety of cultural performances on the Global Beats Stage.
Dallas Travel & Adventure Show (March 23-23, 2025)
This year’s mainstage lineup includes keynotes by Andrew McCarthy and Chris Burkard. Additional activities include the Dive & Water Sports and Outdoor Adventure Pavilions and Global Beats Stage. AAA Travel is the Official Booking Partner of the Dallas Travel & Adventure Show, offering exclusive show-only travel deals and specials throughout the weekend from their partners.
Washington, D.C. Travel & Adventure Show (March 29-30, 2025)
Peter Greenberg, author Patricia Schultz (1,000 Places to See Before You Die), Pauline Frommer and Andrew McCarthy return to the nation’s capital to share their latest insights and personal travel experiences. Don’t miss the Dive & Water Sports and LGBTQ+ Pavilions, Global Beats Stage and Currituck Outer Banks, NC photo booth.
For event information on the 2025 series, visit travelshows.com.
