Location, Dates and Program Info

When and Where

November 11 – November 14, 2018

Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Caesars Windsor Hotel & Casino

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Getting There

There are multiple ways to reach Windsor, ON, by several modes of transportation, including motor coach, car, air, rail and transit.

Delegates flying in to Windsor can access the city from a number of surrounding airports, including (but not limited to) Windsor International Airport (YQG) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).  Please be sure to confirm your travel plans and any necessary connections. 

Options for transportation from Detroit Airport to Caesars Windsor:

1. VIP Shuttle Service of Windsor: Sedan service, approximately $145 CAD for up to 3 people, or SUV $200 for up to 6 people (one way) including taxes and tolls.  Available on demand – 519-974-5466 or reservations@VIPtransportation.ca
2. Robert Q: $100 per person CAD round trip per person, plus $20 CAD cab per trip available at a predetermined schedule – visit www.robertq.com

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Appointment Schedule Setup

• Tour Operators:
  – Monday, November 12 through Wednesday, November 14
• DMOs, Tour Services, Receptive Operators:
  – Monday, November 12
• All Other Sellers (including Accommodations, Retail, Attractions, etc.):
  – Tuesday, November 13 through Wednesday, November 14
  – Tuesday and Wednesday Sellers will be divided into two groups, Group A and Group B:
  – Group A will take appointments on Tuesday AM and Wednesday PM
  – Group B will take appointments on Tuesday PM and Wednesday AM

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Program Schedule

*Subject to change

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM	OMCA Board Meeting (Invitation Only)	TBD
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM	Tour Operator Meeting (Lunch Incl.)	TBD
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM	Orientation	TBD
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM	Registration Open	TBD
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM	Operator Reception	TBD
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM	Ice Breaker	TBD
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM	Operator Breakfast	TBD
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM	Registration Open	TBD
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM	Silent Auction	TBD
8:30 AM – 11:45 AM	Orientation	TBD
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM	Coach Operator Session	TBD
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM	Marketplace: DMO, Tour Services & Receptive Operators	TBD
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM	Coach Operator Session	TBD
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM	Education Session	TBD
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Coach Operator Session	TBD
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM	All-Delegate Lunch & Industry Awards Presentation	TBD
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM	Coach Operator Session	TBD
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM	Education Session	TBD
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Orientation	TBD
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Marketplace: DMO, Tour Services & Receptive Operators	TBD
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM	Coach Operator Session	TBD
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM	Education Session	TBD
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM	Coach Operator Social	TBD
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM	Tour Operator Social	TBD
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM	Evening Reception	TBD
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM	Operator Breakfast	TBD
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Silent Auction	TBD
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM	Registration Open	TBD
8:30 AM – 11:45 AM	Orientation	TBD
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM	Marketplace: Accommodations, Attractions, Retail & Food Services, Other	TBD
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM	Seller & Coach Operator Session	TBD
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM	All-Delegate Lunch & Internship Program Presentation	TBD
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM	Education Session	TBD
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Orientation	TBD
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Marketplace: Accommodations, Attractions, Retail & Food Services, Other	TBD
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM	Education Session	TBD
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM	Silent Auction Finale	TBD
Open Evening	Dine-Around	Offsite
8:30 PM – Midnight	Party With a Purpose	TBD
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM	Operator Breakfast	TBD
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM	Supplier Council Breakfast (Invitation Only)	TBD
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM	Silent Auction Payment & Pick-up	TBD
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM	Registration Open	TBD
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM	Marketplace: Accommodations, Attractions, Retail & Food Services, Other	TBD
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM	All-Delegate Lunch	TBD
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Marketplace: Accommodations, Attractions, Retail & Food Services, Other	TBD

 

*Schedule is subject to change