The business event for travel creators
Helping you go pro & scale your impact
Go from pro traveler to pro creator...
Turn your passion for travel into something bigger! Become a respected travel authority, inspiring others to have positive travel experiences of their own – and make a living doing it.
At TravelCon, you’ll learn how to GO PRO by:
- Improving content creation and management
- Expanding your reach using advanced SEO, ads, & email marketing
- Discovering creator tools and services to streamline your workflow
- Diversifying how you monetize your content, including affiliate marketing and collaborations
- Building effective partnerships with CVBs, DMOs, Travel Boards, Travel Brands, and Destinations
You’ve built. Now it’s time to scale...
As an established creator, your next move is to improve your workflow and structure to keep up with demand and make a bigger impact.
At TravelCon, you’ll learn how to SCALE by:
- Equipping your brand with the right team members, tools, and services
- Diversifying your revenue streams, including product development, courses, or membership communities
- Maintaining balance to avoiding burnout as a full-time creator and digital nomad
- Leveraging AI & other emerging tech for content creation & business growth
- Working towards bigger campaigns and long-term relationships with CVBs, DMOs, Travel Boards, and Travel Brands
What's on the AGENDA?
The schedule is packed with opportunities to find your people, do business, and learn from your peers.
Expo
Featuring Travel Boards, Brands, DMOs, creator service providers, and more -- many with specially-curated offers, partnerships, and products to discuss with you.
Sessions
All of our sessions will be aimed at helping you go pro or scale. You'll learn from the success stories and case studies of your industry peers and leaders.
Meetings with Industry Reps
Pro Networking is 1:1 meetings with brands, sponsors, and travel boards, scheduled in advance using our event software.
Meetups
Find your people in meetups tailored to your platform or niches. Our goal is to connect you with as many creators as possible!
These speakers and more will share their insights and success stories, aimed at helping you go pro and scale as a creator.
Amanda Brown left her corporate job in 2021 to pursue her dream of traveling full-time.
During that year, she realized she didn’t want to return to the traditional 9-to-5 grind.
After completing her travels, she went back to work with a renewed determination to find a way out again.
Today, Amanda has built a thriving six-figure social media business that far exceeds what she earned in her former corporate career.
She’s passionate about content creation, believing it’s one of the best and most accessible jobs for those willing to approach it with seriousness and dedication.
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Brighton Lui & Mila Temnyalova (@themilescouple) are DC-based content creators and business owners who specialize in teaching people how to leverage their credit card points for nearly free luxury travel.
Currently, Brighton is pursuing his dream professional career full-time, while Mila is also completing her PhD.
Despite splitting their time between their full-time jobs and their online business, they’ve been able to grow their platform and establish their credibility as experts in their field.
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Chris and Sara are a husband and wife travel storytelling duo. Along with their intrepid four-legged sidekick Kramer, have mastered the art of adventure in their classic ’88 Toyota Land Cruiser and beyond.
From soaring above the clouds to the unbeaten paths trodden by their trusty wheels, they bring you the world through vibrant YouTube visuals, Instagram stories that engage, and podcast episodes that feel like a cozy chat with old friends.
Ditch the travel brochure and join these ethical explorers as they dish out top-tier travel tips with a pinch of humor and heaps of heart.
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Janelle Rupkalvis is a travel and lifestyle creator who has grown a dedicated community of nearly 200k followers by blending strategic storytelling with authentic, relatable content.
With an engineering background, she brings an analytical approach to content creation, crafting viral moments that drive both engagement and business value.
She’s partnered with major brands like Delta and IHG, using data-driven insights to deliver results that resonate with her audience and benefit brand partners.
Known for her transparency and expertise in audience growth, Janelle empowers fellow creators to build impactful brands through effective storytelling and strategic partnerships.
Her goal is to help creators thrive in the business of content creation by connecting meaningfully with their audiences and maximizing reach.
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Joy and Hugh, the dynamic duo behind Afrostylicity, has turned their passion for exploration into a way of life and a source of livelihood. Afrostylicity not only inspires travel but also celebrates diversity and encourages diversity. With a keen eye for hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path experiences, this power couple has become a go-to resource for both seasoned travelers and aspiring globetrotters.
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Julia Menez is a points and miles consultant, podcast host, and content creator. Through her Instagram and YouTube channels, she prepares step-by-step tutorials for how to maximize your points and miles and travel in luxury for next to no cost.
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Multi-award-winning PhD professor of marketing, the OG of YouTube travel content and self-confessed hodophile, Mark Wolters shares his worldly experiences with millions of loyal Wolters World followers every month.
With his mischievous sense of fun and bold truths, Mark has made it his mission to share wholesome, honest travel and cultural advice with all who need to hear it.
Mark’s witticism has led him to create over 2,000 compelling YouTube episodes since 2009.
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Meet Matt and Nat, the dynamic duo behind Adventures of Matt and Nat! Their work has been featured on ABC, NBC, Good Morning America, and Buzzfeed.
In 2021, they visited all 50 US states as part-time travelers with non-remote jobs, now they’re on a journey to see the “1,000 Places to See Before You Die” based on the NY Times Best Seller.
Whether uncovering hidden gems, savoring local eats, or offering insider tips, Matt and Nat inspire fellow travelers to step off the beaten path and embrace unique experiences.
Their website offers detailed travel guides, while their YouTube channel brings destinations to life through vibrant vlogs, and their Instagram showcases stunning photography and real-time travel stories.
If you’re looking for authentic adventures, travel tips, and a dash of wanderlust, Matt and Nat are the ultimate guides for your next getaway!
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Megan Banker is a 30-something adventurer and traveler based in Portland, OR, living her big life in a big body and helping others feel less alone along the way.
As a plus-size millennial outdoor adventurer and travel content creator, Megan shares her relatable and authentic storytelling with a heartfelt sense of humor.
With a background in small business ownership and content creation, she brings a decade of experience to her collaborations with brands.
Megan’s content resonates deeply with plus-size women, one of the most overlooked demographics in travel.
Whether she’s rock climbing in Yosemite, rafting Oregon’s Wild and Scenic rivers, or savoring street food in Southeast Asia, Megan invites her followers to join her on every adventure, sharing tips, off-the-beaten-path recommendations, and plenty of laughs along the way.
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Meet the travel brands & boards
These sponsors & more will be at travelcon 2025
Get ready to connect with other travel creators & brands who share your passion for adventure and storytelling!
Haley Plotkin
Ready Set Jet Set
TikTok
Jess and Jake
Jess & Jake
Samuel Jeffrey
Samuel & Audrey
YouTube
Danielle Desir
The Thought Card
podcast
Chris Rainey
Yellow Productions
YouTube
March 14-16, 2025 • TUCSON CONVENTION CENTER
BASIC
CREATOR PASS
Travel influencers, bloggers, YouTubers, podcasters, authors, and creators
- All Access to All Sessions
- Opportunity to book 1:1 Meetings with Industry Reps
- Opportunity to participate in FAMs (Based on availability)
- 2025 Session Recordings (Post Event)
- Free 1-Year Access to Online Creator Community
$99
ALL ACCESS
CREATOR PASS
For creators who want to experience everything TravelCon has to offer with added ease & efficiency
- All benefits included with the Basic Creator Pass
- Early access to FAMs (Based on Availability)
- Networking Lunch with speakers & brands
- Daily Lounge access with food & drink
- Reserved seating
- Expedited check-in
$399
INDUSTRY PASS
CVBs, DMOs, Travel Boards, Travel Brands, Destinations, Tour Companies, Creator Services, Creator Tools, Agencies, PR Companies
- All Access to All Sessions
- Opportunity to schedule 1:1 Meetings with Creators
- 2025 Session Recordings (Post Event)
- Networking Lunch with Speakers + All Access Creators
- Daily Lounge access with food & drink
$699
Are you an industry rep interested in more than just attending? CLICK HERE to learn about exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities.
