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Connect with U.S. Travel Agents Exhibitor Prospectus ASTA Destination Expo 2015 Marrakech, Morocco 26 Feb - 1 Mar, 2015 Space Will Sell Out No other travel destination conference in the marketplace can deliver the same results.

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Connect with U.S. Travel Agents

Exhibitor Prospectus

ASTA Destination Expo 2015 Marrakech, Morocco 26 Feb - 1 Mar, 2015

Space Will Sell OutNo other travel destination conference in the marketplace can

deliver the same results.

The place to grow your business.

Unique in the marketplace, ASTA Destination Expo (ADE) delivers an unparalleled experience for travel agents and tour operators.

Pre-qualified travel agents will travel to Marrakech Morocco to participate in a four-day, intensive program of events that will include unlimited opportunities for you to connect with them.

Events will include trade show hours, 1:1 appointments, destination training, networking events and galas, sightseeing and pre and post tours.

By exhibiting at ADE, your company will connect with some of the most influential business leaders in the industry including the largest and most powerful travel agencies around the world representing millions of dollars in travel per year.

Lively DiscussionsTraditional Expo Making Connections

ASTA Destination Expo 2015 Marrakech, Morocco

89% of ADE attendees are

more likely to do business with an

ADE sponsor

ADE Attendees represent $292 million in travel

spend

Over 70% send clients to the

destination based on connections they

make at the expo

89%

292million

70%

ASTA Destination Expo provides travel consutants with the training and business contacts they need to successfully sell a desination.

www.astadestinationexpo.org

Why Exhibit with ASTA in Morocco?

Make Global Connections - Increase your worldwide presence by connecting with a unique mix of high-profile agents that influence the travelling public

Meet Your Target Market - 89% of travel agents plan to use supplier contacts they meet at ASTA Destination Expo for future bookings

Build Your Brand - Take advantage of agents that can provide the connection to raise brand awareness and drive sales

Improve Your Return on Investment - Competitive marketing and sponsorship opportunities are available to help you share your message

Expert Destination Training Evening Networking

2015 Trade Show Dates

Friday, Feb 27 Saturday, Feb 28

Space Will Sell Out

No other travel destinationconference in the market-place can deliver the same results.

As a local tour operator ADE has

been such a great, unique oppor-

tunity to meet potential buyers not

only from the U.S. but from other

countries as well. I’m very sure ADE

has helped local travel companies

expand business and promote at-

tractions.

Eliu Campos, ESC Travel Peru

“I can’t stress enough the value that each ADE I’ve attended has provided for my business.” ~ Steve Powers, Hidden Treasure Tours

www.astadestinationexpo.org

73% Travel Agency Owner/Manager

13% Independent/ Self-Employed

14% Front-line Agents

Current Position of Travel Agent Attendees

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity.

Experience Tour OptionsFirst-Hand KnowledgeSales Training

“If I didn’t come to ASTA’s ADE, I could not sell this destination.” – Bob Twomey, VIP Travel Service, Rochester, NY

What’s included in your Booth Purchase?

• 2 Full-Access Expo Registrations (per 2m x 3m booth)*

• 2m x 3m prefab booth which includes:• Shell scheme• Electrical outlet and overhead light• Standard overhead sign with company name• 1 round table with 3 chairs• 1 trash can• Assembly and disassembly• Taxes and fees

• Delegate Listing Pre and Post ADE• Company listing on www.astadestinationexpo.org • Company listing in the Official Program of Events• Promotion of giveaways and specials offered in conjunction

with ADE• Access to additional sponsorship and marketing opportunities

*Additional exhibitor registrations may be purchased for $350 each

Schedule at a Glance*Thursday, February 26

International Travel Agent Summit

Opening Event

Friday, February 27

General Session

Destination Education and Product Seminars

Trade Show with Lunch

Evening Reception

Saturday, February 28

Destination Education and Product Seminars

Trade Show with 1:1 Appointments

Half Day Sightseeing

Closing Reception

Sunday, March 1

Full Day Sightseeing

*Schedule subject to change

www.astadestinationexpo.org

Engaged AudiencesCultural AwarenessNew Partnerships

We couldn’t be happier with the

outcome of this event. Every detail

about the planning was greatly exe-

cuted, and the business relationships

we have developed during the trade

show, expos and social events are

very valuable to us.

Ines Orihuela, Delfin Amazon Cruises

Register Now - Space is limited and will sell outRates increase December 15

ReservationsFor more information or to reserve a booth visit: www.astadestinationexpo.org

LocationEducation seminars and trade show will take place at:Palais des Congrès,Avenue Mohammed VIMarrakech 40000, Morocco

QuestionsSarah KresgeManager, Business Development | ASTA1101 King Street, Suite 200Alexandria, VA 22314T 703.739.6857 | F 703.838.8467 | [email protected]

www.astadestinationexpo.org

No other travel destination

conference in the marketplace can deliver the same results.

Register Today

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ASTA Destination Expo 2015 February 26 - March 1, 2015 | Morocco, Marrakech | Palais des Congres

Exhibiting Company Information | Print the information exactly as it should appear.

Company Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Name _______________________________________________________________________________Title __________________________________________________________

Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip/Country ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone __________________________________________________________________________________Fax ___________________________________________________________

Email ______________________________________________________________________________________www _________________________________________________________

Complimentary Exhibitors | Each 2m x 3m booth purchase includes 2 complimentary registrations. Additional registrations are $350 each.

Provide your exhibitors information below.

Complimentary Exhibitor #1 Complimentary Exhibitor #2

Name ______________________________________________________________________ Name _______________________________________________________________________

Email ______________________________________________________________________ Email _______________________________________________________________________

Title _______________________________________________________________________ Title ________________________________________________________________________

Company Description | Attach a 40 word or less description of your company to be included in the Program of Events. All descriptions are subject to editing. Descriptions received after Jan 1st are not guaranteed to be listed in the program.

Payment | Payment in full is required before exhibitor is granted entry to the trade show floor. If full payment is not submitted with Booth Contract, a $500 deposit (per 2m x 3m booth) is due when contract is submitted.

❏ Check payable to ASTA in USD on U.S. Bank.

❏ Credit Card (circle one) MasterCard Visa Discover Diners AmEx

Card# _______________________________________________ Exp. Date ___________

I authorize this amount $ ___________________________________________________

Name on Card ____________________________________________________________

Signature _______________________________________________________________

❏ Wire Transfer * Date Sent _________________$25 Surcharge applies. Attach a copy of wire transfer to contract. Wire transfer must be received

before Jan, 15, 2015

Indicate on Transfer: ASTA Destination Expo 2015

Send Transfer To: American Society of Travel Agents, PNC Bank NA, 8800 Tinicum Blvd,

Philadelphia, PA, Routing/ABA: 031000053, Swift Code: PNCCUS33 Account# 5300766238

Cancellation/Booth Size Reduction Policy | A $200 administrative cancellation fee will be charged to any exhibitor that cancels their booth contract. In addition liquidated damages will be charged to any exhibitor that cancels or reduces their booth size within the below time period. If payment has not been received at the ‘request to cancel’ date, the exhibitor is still required to pay balance in full.

Time Period: ...............................................................Liquidated Damages: Before Jan 15, 2015 ........................................50% refund of exhibit fees On/after Jan 15, 2015 ...................................................................No Refund

Agreement | By signing this Contract you agree to be fully bound by and in compli-ance with the ASTA Global Convention Rules & Regulations. These Rules & Regulations are accessible at www.astaglobalconvention.org/regulations.org and are incorporated into this Contract.

Date ________________Signature ___________________________________________

Questions? Contact Sarah Kresge Email: [email protected]

Phone 703.739.6857 Fax: 703.838.8467

Mail: ASTA, PO Box 820621, Philadelphia, PA 19182-0621 U.S.A

www.ASTADestinationExpo.orgADE15-018 l 11.14 | PROSPECTUS

Booth Space & Add On Rates ASTA Member Non-Member

Before Dec 15 After Dec 15 Before Dec 15 After Dec 15

2m x 3m Booth $1,550 $1,800 $2,250 $2,500

Cost per 2m x 3m Multiply x No. Booth Space Booth Spaces

Booth Space ___________x___________ $ ______________

ASTA Supplier Membership $549 $ ______________

Space Configuration Add-on (Optional)

Corner Booth $750 $ ______________

End Cap $1,500 $ ______________

Island and other premier locations available $ TBD $ ______________

upon request. Contact ASTA for options.

Marketing Opportunities | Additional marketing and sponsorship opportunities are available, visit www.ASTADestinationExpo.org for complete listing.

Ad inside Program $500 $ ______________

Delegate Bag Insert $1,500 $ ______________

Program of Events Advertisement Inside Cover $1,000 $ ______________

Program of Events Advertisement Back Cover $1,500 $ ______________

Product Seminar $3,000 $ ______________

General Session Commercial $3,500 $ ______________

Wire Transfer Fee $25 $ ______________

Total Amount Due* $ _____________Add all charges in right hand column

*Booth Décor | A round table and 3 chairs are included with each booth. Additional décor is not included in your booth fees. Contact Sarah Kresge, [email protected] for information.

ASTA Destination Expo 2015 Marrakech, Morocco 26 Feb - 1 Mar, 2015

Space Will Sell OutNo other travel destination conference in the marketplace can deliver the same results.

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity.

www.astadestinationexpo.org