Where would you advise people who want to go into the adventure travel industry go network ? A specific business conference?

Ah this is a better question. And I know you’re the same person. I see what you’re doing here.. I’m on to you! I would say TIES is a good start. The International Eco Tourism Society conference. And come out to our presentations. Not sure what city you’re in. I’m coming out to Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver soon. We hold talks all the time as well all over the world and Canada.

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