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New York Times Travel Show 2017 Opens Friday, Jan 27 at Javits Center

*MEDIA ALERT*
The largest and longest-running trade and consumer travel show in North America, the New York Times Travel Show features the Travel Industry Conference, Consumer Seminars, and an interactive Exhibition including more than 500 exhibitors from Africa, Asia, Australia/South Pacific, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Latin America, Mexico and the United States. In addition to discounts and special offers, the show provides educational seminars and live entertainment for families, individuals, couples and seniors.
The 2017 Travel Show kicks off Friday, Jan. 27 with Trade Day, open to travel professionals only. Saturday and Sunday are open to all.
DATE & TIME:
- Friday, Jan. 27, Trade Day: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Exhibition Hall opens at 2pm ET)
- Saturday, Jan. 28: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Sunday, Jan. 29: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
LOCATION:
Jacob Javits Convention Center–11th Avenue and 34th Street
Upon arrival at the Javits Center, please pick up your press badge at the Press Check-In counter, located on the Crystal Palace on the upper level of the Javits Center. The press desk will be open for registration and to meet press needs throughout the show. (Please note that lunch is included as part of admission for paying attendees only.)
Contact: Adenike.Olanrewaju@nytimes.com or Danielle.Rhoades-Ha@nytimes.com
Please credit The New York Times Travel Show in any coverage and tag us in social media posts at @NYTTravelShow or Facebook.com/NYTTravelShow

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