UPCOMING ISPA CONFERENCE VENUES
CONFERENCE UPDATE
locations must be experienced in meal preparation and service for crowds of more than 2,500 people . The facility must have adequate restrooms and private areas , and all areas should be fully accessible to attendees with physical limitations . Expert local event support professionals should also be available to ISPA planners and to exhibitors who must perform extensive setup within narrow timeframes to be ready when the doors open to attendees .
Rooming accommodations Attendees , sponsors , exhibitors and staff all put in long days during ISPA Conference . When night falls , they all want a comfortable bed and well-appointed accommodations where they can rest and recover to do it all again the next day . And because a quarter-million square feet of event space offers plenty of opportunity to tally your daily steps ,“ closer ” is better for hotel rooms ! A primary factor in venue selection , then , is access to high-quality hotel rooms within a short walking distance of the event space .
Dining considerations Quick and convenient ? Epicurean and gourmet ? From fancy and foodie to basic bread and butter , Conference attendees are looking for specific meal options — and enough variety to make different choices each day of the event .
Gastronomic factors include both meals provided to attendees and outside dining opportunities .
Refreshments and lunches served onsite must offer customizable menus to ensure high-quality selections are available to attendees . Venues must be able to serve a variety of meal options that are inclusive of individuals with dietary restrictions .
For those meals enjoyed outside of Conference hours , attendees should be able to choose from multiple local eateries . Conference venues should have convenient access to high-end restaurants as well as budget-friendly and health-conscious choices .
Local attractions Conference events occupy most attendees ’ full days , and many evenings feature parties and ISPA-sanctioned social gatherings — but some energetic individuals seek even more nighttime entertainment . Other travelers extend their trip to the ISPA Conference city , taking advantage of an opportunity to enjoy local cultural attractions and recreational activities . Diversity of outdoor and wellness options , local spas and other entertainment is another factor in venue selection .
Safety and Sustainability ISPA members attending the annual Conference want to be sure the event venue has appropriate safety protocols in place . They desire a safe , walkable environment from the hotel to the Expo and education offerings .
The spa industry promotes a responsible balance between economic growth , environmental responsibility and social well-being . Potential venues , therefore , should be committed to noteworthy sustainability practices .
Budget Staging a multi-day event for an international group of several thousand spa leaders will always be costly . But value for attendees is paramount . To be considered as a Conference venue , sites must offer extraordinary services and accommodations at a reasonable price within the conference and convention market .
Location desirability In addition to the logistical considerations of venue selection is the desirability of the facility ’ s location . ISPA attendees require expedient travel options , including proximity to at least one airport servicing multiple major airlines . The event location should be convenient for international attendees , without excessive visa requirements or travel restrictions .
ISPA members have voiced their desire to see the Conference held in different cities whenever possible , to provide new opportunities for tying in pleasure travel , or in varying hotels and convention centers when returning to previous host cities to avoid repeating one location frequently . n
UPCOMING ISPA CONFERENCE VENUES
2024
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix , Arizona
2025
The Broadmoor
Colorado Springs , Colorado
2026
The Venetian
Las Vegas , Nevada
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