“Our ABA Marketplace Update Newsletter is back.   For the next 9 months, we'll be sending you updates on ABA's 2005 Marketplace in Chicago – from great places to visit while you're in Chicago to how and when to register for Marketplace to the latest information on all the networking and business opportunities we'll have to offer.   We're excited about the 2005 Marketplace and look forward to seeing you there!   If you have any questions, please contact our Meetings and Education Department or call me directly at 1-800-283-2877.”

---Peter Pantuso, President and CEO, American Bus Association

ABA's 2005 Marketplace in Chicago is your chance to market YOUR place!

ABA and Chicago have put together an outstanding week that promises to offer you one-of-a-kind networking events. As always with ABA, there will be at least 15 all-delegate functions so you can maximize your networking opportunities.   Marketplace 2005 also gives you 52 appointments per session , in addition to offering the same great professional education seminars that you have come to expect at Marketplace.    Visit www.buses.org/marketplace for the Schedule of Events.

You Spoke – We Listened!

Based on your feedback, ABA has adjusted the Marketplace 2005 schedule to better meet your demanding work schedule.   Without compromising any appointments, the Marketplace schedule will end with the closing night banquet.   DMO's will meet with Operators on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, Hotels will meet with Operators on Monday morning and Tuesday morning, and Attractions/LRO's/Other will meet with Operators on Monday afternoon and all-day Wednesday.   Sightseeing tours will take place on Sunday and Tuesday to give everyone the opportunity to participate...and don't miss the Closing Night Reception on Wednesday evening!

Registration materials will be mailed to all active ABA members in mid-to late June.   Because there are “ no hidden costs ” at Marketplace - it is one terrific value!   The fee for Travel Industry members is $1045 per Appointment-Taking or Observer delegate and Buyers pay $250 early bird/$350 regular registration per Appointment-taking or Rotation delegate.  

All Marketplace 2005 delegates will be at one hotel property this year – the Hyatt Regency Chicago.   A bonus Marketplace networking opportunity!

See you in Chicago!