The Bay Area’s Largest Travel Show Features
Celebrities, Travel Experts, Seminars, and Exciting Activities
(Santa Clara,
Calif., January 7, 2013) – Traveling
to another state, let alone another country, may seem like a daunting expedition
to embark upon, but now there is help to navigate the endless vacation options.
The Bay Area Travel & Adventure show returns to the Santa
Clara Convention Center, February 16-17, 2013, to make it easier for aspiring
travelers to plan their perfect getaway. The show features a multitude of
travel resources and information, seminars with celebrity guest speakers,
hands-on activities, a Global Beats dance stage and more – all under one roof.
Over 200 destination experts and tour operators will present
the thousands of available travel options. In addition, a number of the
exhibitors will provide giveaways, ranging from gift certificates to trips, as
well as provide show-exclusive discounts.
Rick Steves |
Headlining the lecture series is celebrity speaker Rick
Steves. The author and travel expert is best known for his wildly popular guidebook
series and Public TV show Rick Steves’ Europe and will discuss practical,
money-saving ins and outs of independent travel as well as a dedicated “Italy”
segment.
Patricia Schultz, author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die will also be on hand to recount
her experiences writing her bestselling book.
Also giving attendees valuable travel tips is Joe Diaz, a
seasoned world traveler and co-founder of AFAR magazine and AFAR media, the
multi-platform media travel brand.
Travel & Adventure Show attendees can experience
hands-on activities that may be found at some travel destinations as well, including
rock-climbing and zip-lining. All activities are available for any skill level
or age.
Don’t miss the chance to learn insider travel tips from renowned
experts in the business, all while experiencing a day of fun and excitement at
the Bay Area Travel and Adventure Show.
Show Details:
What: Bay Area Travel and Adventure Show
Where: Santa Clara Convention
Center
Public Show Hours: Saturday, February 16: 10am- 5pm /
Sunday, February 17: 11am-4pm
Tickets: $9 Online with Promo Code: SCPR or
$15 At the Door; Children 16 & Under are free
Parking: Free