TMR in Las Vegas for Expedia Group’s Explore 2026 Event

TMR Canada/Quebec is on the scene as Las Vegas hosts one of North America’s biggest travel industry gatherings this week, Explore 2026 by Expedia Group.

Taking place May 19–20 at the ARIA Resort, the conference brings together travel professionals, agencies, technology partners, and key tourism stakeholders to discuss the trends shaping the future of travel. We’ll cover the sessions, meet with industry leaders and share highlights from Explore 2026..

Two days focused on innovation

This year, Explore 2026 is centered around the theme “Build the next generation of travel experiences,” placing technological innovation and customer experience at the heart of the conversation.

Attendees will take part in keynote presentations, specialized sessions, strategic workshops and networking opportunities with travel industry partners from around the world.

Today’s program includes opening sessions, research and spotlight presentations, an industry marketplace, and a networking happy hour bringing together suppliers, destinations, and travel technology companies.

On May 20, the agenda shifts toward breakout sessions, industry trend discussions, and a closing session before an official evening event at the massive Zouk Las Vegas nightclub at Resorts World.

The future of travel takes centre stage

Explore has become one of Expedia Group’s flagship annual events, showcasing new strategies, innovations, and tools designed to shape the future of the travel industry. Conference discussions will focus on evolving traveller behaviour, customer personalization, booking trends, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence.

Unsurprisingly, AI is one of the dominant themes of this year’s edition. Expedia Group invests heavily in automation, intelligent recommendations, and data-driven tools aimed at improving both the traveller and partner experience.

Several sessions are expected to address consumer expectations, the growing role of data in travel marketing, and emerging trends influencing agency sales and business strategies in the years ahead.

TMR Quebec on-site

Throughout the two-day conference, our team will meet with industry executives, partners, and speakers to gain insight into the opportunities and challenges shaping the market.

Exclusive interviews with travel industry leaders are planned throughout the event, offering travel advisors a closer look at the strategies, innovations, and perspectives driving the industry forward.

Beyond the conference sessions themselves, Explore 2026 also serves as a major networking platform where destinations, travel suppliers, technology companies, and agencies come together to exchange ideas on the future of global tourism.

Las Vegas as the backdrop

With its large-scale infrastructure, world-renowned resorts and “unstoppable” atmosphere, Las Vegas remains one of North America’s leading destinations for business tourism and international conferences.

In a city where innovation and entertainment constantly intersect, Explore 2026 promises a week filled with announcements, strategic conversations, and valuable industry connections.