The 2027 Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA) Annual International Conference will take place at the Sheraton Grand Seattle in Seattle, Washington, United States, from 29 June to 1 July 2027. Organised by TTRA, the conference will bring together researchers, industry practitioners and thought leaders from around the world to explore the role of research in shaping the future of travel and tourism.

The conference will provide a forum for dialogue, collaboration and knowledge exchange, connecting academic insights with practical applications. Discussions will consider the changing conditions facing the industry, including advances in data and technology, evolving traveller expectations and broader global challenges.

Seattle’s connections with technology, sustainability and destination stewardship will provide the context for these discussions. The city’s waterfront and relationship with its surrounding natural environment also offer a setting for examining issues relevant to the future of tourism destinations.

The announcement follows the TTRA Board’s formal approval of Seattle as the host destination for the 2027 conference. Further details, including the conference theme and call for presentations, will be announced in the coming months.

Conference at a Glance

• Event: 2027 TTRA Annual International Conference

• Organiser: Travel and Tourism Research Association (TTRA)

• Dates: 29 June–1 July 2027

• Location: Seattle, Washington, United States

• Venue: Sheraton Grand Seattle

• Participants: Researchers, academics, tourism practitioners and industry thought leaders

• Main Focus: The role of research in shaping the future of travel and tourism, linking academic insights with industry applications

• Conference Theme: To be announced

• Call for Presentations: To be announced in the coming months

• Submission Deadlines: To be announced