For me, 2009 started off as one big flu I just couldn’t shake. Honestly, I don’t think I’m 100% yet.  But as our new President said “we must pick oursleves up and dust ourselves off…” so that’s what I’m doing.  I’m excited about 2009, especially since our sales numbers continue to grow and more and more Tripologists tell us their success stories.

As such, one of the first shows happening this time of year is the New York Times Travel show. The show takes places at the Jacob K. Javitz convention center in New York City and takes place FEBRUARY 6 – 8.

Are you going? If you’re in the area, I can’t imagine skipping the event.  The show promoters are top notch and always put together a great event.  

I will be speaking on a panel on Friday, February 6 at 10:15am.  If you come to hear the panel and stop by afterwards and mention this post, I’ll add $25 in credits to your Tripology account. Bribery? Well, yes, but it works.  

The panel is entitled “Delivering The 1-2 Punch” - Learn how new technologies like Tripology help agents get leads, while Triton helps agents close the sale through competitive pricing.  It’s being moderated by Kate Rice, Executive Editor, Performance Media Group.  If you’ve seen Kate moderate before, you know she does a wonderful job. There are also other panels taking place at 8:30am, 11:30am and there’s a great keynote lunch taking place at 12:45.  After that, you can walk the trade show floor.

New York Time Travel Show

TRADE REGISTRATION details for the New York Times Travel Show are as follows:

SHOW DATES: February 6 - 8, 2009

LOCATION: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, NYC

TRAVEL TRADE-ONLY DAY: Friday, February 6th

CONFERENCE ADMISSION: $20 if you register in advance ($30 at the door)

CONFERENCE TIMES: 8:30am - 5:00pm | Friday, February 6th
EXPO-ONLY ADMISSION: Complementary (with valid travel-related business card)
EXPO-ONLY TIMES: Friday 2-5pm  |  Saturday 10am-6pm  |  Sunday 10am-4pm 

From 5 to 7 PM, get to know your industry colleagues over food and wine at the trade reception on the show floor.

- Schedule: www.nyttravelshow.com/trade_attendees/conference_schedule.html

- To Register: www.nyttravelshow.com/trade_attendees/trade_registration.html

I’ll see you there!

John