The 2025 Discover New England Annual Tourism Summit is underway at the Newport Harbor Island Resort in Rhode Island, promoting the six states of the north east
A drop in Canadian bookings and potential softening of the other markets is among the concerns facing delegates representing states and enterprises from Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont
The event began with a half-day educational session featuring insights from international tourism experts, followed by an International Marketplace from April 8-9 for over 200 New England travel suppliers to meet with more than 60 tour operators.A media panel was moderated by Eoghan Corry, editor of Travel Extra.
Tony Lane of Visit USA in Ireland led an Irish delegation that included Tom Britton of Marble City Travel, Shane Cullen of ITTN and Peter McMinn of Travel Solutions. Other countries represented include England, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, and Mexico, making business connections to direct international visitors to New England attractions and accommodations.
Pre- and post-summit familiarisation trips from April 5-13 will showcase Newport and Providence, including key attractions like Ocean Drive and The Breakers mansion.
New England anticipates 3m overseas visitors by 2025, highlighting the region’s increasing appeal and focus on convenient, accessible events.
Clare Dodd, Rachel Lenda State Tourism Director for Connecticut and Eoghan Corry
Tony Lane, Shane Cullen, Peter McMinn, Eoghan Corry and Tom Britton
