ULTRA 2025

Viking Culinary Studio (Inside Winery)

Monday May 5, 2025 4:40pm - 5:00pm EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

5:00pm EDT

Free Time to Enjoy the Resort

Monday May 5, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT

Free Time

5:45pm EDT

Charcuterie Workshop (optional activity)

Monday May 5, 2025 5:45pm - 6:45pm EDT

Learn everything you need to know about creating showstopping and delicious charcuterie boards! Filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, and other seasonal delicacies, our Charcuterie Workshop is a 60-min tutorial that is sure to leave you ready to impress at your next gathering. Guests can keep their creations.

Sign-ups required. Details to follow shortly.

Monday May 5, 2025 5:45pm - 6:45pm EDT
Viking Culinary Studio (Inside Winery)

Activity

7:00pm EDT

Welcome Reception

Monday May 5, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT

Jardin des Tuileries

Monday May 5, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Jardin des Tuileries

Reception

8:00am EDT

Networking Breakfast Sponsored by Viking Cruises

Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Paris Salon 5-7

Meal/Snack

8:00am EDT

Hospitality Desk

Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 5:30pm EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 5:30pm EDT
Debussy Foyer Area

General

9:05am EDT

Morning Remarks/Housekeeping

Tuesday May 6, 2025 9:05am - 9:15am EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 9:05am - 9:15am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

9:15am EDT

Mastering Luxury: Strategies to Elevate Your Travel Business

Tuesday May 6, 2025 9:15am - 9:45am EDT

Luxury travel is evolving—are you? This engaging session offers insider insights on building and growing a high-end travel business in an increasingly competitive landscape. Learn how to refine your brand, attract affluent clients, and navigate challenges with proven strategies and tools. Gain actionable takeaways to elevate your expertise, strengthen client relationships, and position yourself for long-term success in the luxury market.

Speakers

Amanda Klimak

President & Co-Owner, Largay Travel

With over two decades in the industry, Amanda has traveled extensively, with a deep love for Africa—having explored Kenya, Botswana, and South Africa—and a commitment to experiential travel. Her adventurous spirit extends beyond work; she enjoys hiking, climbing, mountain biking... Read More →

Matt Turner

Editor, Questex

Matt Turner is the Editor of Questex's Travel Group, which includes Luxury Travel Advisor, Travel Agent Central and Meeting Spotlight. A graduate of Binghamton University, he has a decade of journalism experience within the travel and sports industries.

Kimberly Floyd

Luxury Travel Advisor, FROSCH

Even at a young age, my travel curiosities were insatiable. Taking a suggestion from my grandmother, I enrolled in travel school and have never looked back. With decades of experience in the industry working for a tour operator, a destination management company, and now as a luxury... Read More →

Fernando Gonzales

CEO, First in Service

Fernando is a visionary in the travel industry and co-founder of F1S, which he established with his sister, Erika Reategui, in 1991. As a dynamic and driven leader, Fernando has played a pivotal role in transforming the company into a successful international enterprise. As CEO, he... Read More →

Tuesday May 6, 2025 9:15am - 9:45am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

9:45am EDT

Destination Education

Tuesday May 6, 2025 9:45am - 10:00am EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 9:45am - 10:00am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

10:15am EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:15am - 10:51am EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:15am - 10:51am EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

10:51am EDT

Networking Break

Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:51am - 11:10am EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:51am - 11:10am EDT
Debussy Foyer Area

Free Time

11:10am EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Tuesday May 6, 2025 11:10am - 11:46am EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 11:10am - 11:46am EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

12:00pm EDT

Networking Lunch

Tuesday May 6, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Paris Salon 5-7

Meal/Snack

1:10pm EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:10pm - 2:25pm EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:10pm - 2:25pm EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

2:25pm EDT

Networking Break

Tuesday May 6, 2025 2:25pm - 3:00pm EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 2:25pm - 3:00pm EDT
Debussy Foyer Area

Free Time

3:00pm EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Tuesday May 6, 2025 3:00pm - 4:28pm EDT

Tuesday May 6, 2025 3:00pm - 4:28pm EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

4:28pm EDT

Free Time to Enjoy the Resort

Tuesday May 6, 2025 4:28pm - 6:30pm EDT

Free Time

6:30pm EDT

ULTRA & GMITE Evening Reception

Tuesday May 6, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Pavillion

Tuesday May 6, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Pavillion

Reception

8:00am EDT

ULTRA & GMITE Networking Breakfast

Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am EDT

Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Paris Salon 5-7

Meal/Snack

8:00am EDT

Registration & Information

Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:00am - 1:00pm EDT

Wednesday May 7, 2025 8:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Debussy Foyer Area

General

9:00am EDT

Welcome to Trends & Topics Day

Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:10am EDT

New for 2025, the “Trends & Topics” day, where thought leaders will present various subjects driving the
industry’s current and future business including global geopolitics and travel policies/advisories, the growth of
bleisure, and the growing client demands for authentic travel experiences to audiences from both GMITE and Luxury Travel Advisor's ULTRA Summit.

Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:10am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

9:15am EDT

General Session/Keynote: The Future of Consumer Behavior

Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am EDT

Wednesday May 7, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

10:00am EDT

Beyond the Itinerary: The Future of Trust, Well-Being & Sustainability in Luxury Travel & Events

Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am EDT

In an era where discerning travelers and high-impact events demand more than just opulence, the travel industry can’t afford to let a changing global and generational landscape take a back seat. This dynamic, TED-style panel unpacks the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of luxury travel and meetings.

From redefining trust and safety to prioritizing human sustainability, we’ll explore how ethical responsibility is becoming the new currency of influence. Discover how sustainability in meetings goes beyond greenwashing and into meaningful action. Gain insight into the silent crisis of mental distress within our industry—and how to build a culture that supports well-being without sacrificing excellence.

This isn't just a discussion—it's a wake-up call.

Join us for an eye-opening session that will challenge perspectives, spark action, and redefine the future of luxury travel and meetings.

Speakers

Tammy Hsu, CMP

Sustainability Events Manager, S&P Global Intelligence

Tammy Hsu is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) with additional specialized certifications in sustainable event planning and circularity from various institutions. With over a decade of hands-on experience in planning events across nonprofits, corporations, and higher education... Read More →

Janice Cardinale VEMM

Founder, Event Minds Matter

Forbes Woman, Top 100 Most Influential People in Events 23/24, Top 20 Most Influential Canada 2024, Smart Meetings Entrepreneur & Hall of Fame 22/23, BizBash 15 over 50, Gather Voices Top 50 2024. Founder Event Minds Matter.Heart-Centric Entrepreneur, Leader, Mentor, Wellness Advocate... Read More →

Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Elan Ballroom

Content/Education

10:30am EDT

Hotel Check-out/Networking Break

Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am EDT

Free Time

11:00am EDT

One-to-One Meetings

Wednesday May 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT

Wednesday May 7, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT
Debussy Ballroom

Meetings

12:30pm EDT

ULTRA & GMITE Networking Lunch

Wednesday May 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT