Welcome to the American Indian Tourism Conference
Rising Together for the Journey Ahead
24th Annual American Indian Tourism Conference
October 24-27, 2022
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
777 Harrah’s Rincon Way
Funner, CA 92082
Rincon Tribe
The Annual American Indian Tourism Conference (AITC), now in celebrating its 24th anniversary, is the only national conference dedicated to growing tourism in America’s indigenous communities.
Every year the conference attracts more than 300 attendees, who attend for the networking opportunities, the high-level keynote sessions and the informative breakout sessions led by some of the leading hospitality industry experts. At our first-ever virtual conference we had 800 registrants.
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Sponsor AITC
Extend your visibility by sponsoring AITC, the only national conference dedicated to travel and tourism in Indian Country.
AITC Call for Speakers
AIANTA is now accepting speaker proposals for breakout sessions during the 24th Annual American Indian Tourism Conference (AITC).
Excellence in Tourism Industry Awards
Every year, AIANTA recognizes the best of Indian Country travel and tourism at the annual Excellence in Tourism Industry Awards
Exhibit at AITC
An exhibitor table at the American Indian Tourism Conference will provide you with direct access to more than 350 hospitality industry professionals ..
AITC Mobile Workshops
Join the Rincon Tribe in one of two cultural tourism experiences that explore the Native culture and history of the Greater San Diego area.
AITC Schedule at a Glance
Monday, October 24
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Mobile Workshops
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Business of Art Workshop
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Opening Reception
Tuesday, October 25
7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Opening Ceremonies/Regalia Day
10:30 a.m. – noon
Break Out Sessions “1”
12:15 – 1:30 p.m.
Luncheon & General Session
2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
AIANTA Town Hall / Information Gathering Session
3:45 – 5 p.m.
AIANTA Regional Meetings
Wednesday, October 26
Exhibit Hall Open
7 – 8:30 a.m.
Networking Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
General Session
10:30 a.m. – noon
Break Out Sessions “2”
noon – 1:45 p.m.
Luncheon & General Session
2 – 3:15 p.m.
Break Out Sessions “3”
3:45 – 5 p.m.
Break Out Sessions “4”
Thursday, October 27
Exhibit Hall Open
7:30 – 8:45 a.m.
Networking Continental Breakfast
8:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Break Out Sessions “5”
10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Break Out Sessions “6”
12:15 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Luncheon & General Session
2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Break Out Sessions “7”
4 – 5 p.m.
The Heart Speaks (Closing Session)
6 – 7 p.m.
No Host Happy Hour
7 – 10 p.m.
Excellence in Tourism Industry Award
About Harrah’s Resort Southern California
Located between San Diego and Los Angeles, in a mountain valley along the San Luis Rey River, Funner, California is the city where fun lives.
With two luxurious towers housing 1,087 rooms and suites, an award-winning trifecta of pools, a serene 11,000 square-foot spa and SoCal’s first tribally owned brewery it’s easy to see why Harrah’s Resort SoCal is voted “Best resort in Funner, CA.” www.harrahssocal.com.
About the Rincon Tribe
The Rincon Tribe resides on a 5,000-acre reservation in Valley Center (Funner), California. Established in 1875, the Rincon Tribe is a sovereign government recognized by the U.S. Constitution, the United States Congress, court precedent and federal policy. The Rincon Tribe owns Harrah’s Resort Southern California and uses profits and other commercial enterprises to provide government services, cultural programs and economic development resources for their members and surrounding communities.
AITC 2022 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Bronze Sponsors
Inn of the Mountain Gods Casino & Resort
Emerging Leader Sponsor
A Warm Thank You to Our Partners
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Native American Agriculture Fund
Bureau of Land Management
National Park Service
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
NativeAmerica.Travel
Education & Training
Technical assistance and training is the heartbeat of our work at AIANTA. We provide general and tailored technical assistance, training and education in a variety of ways.
International Outreach
AIANTA plays a critical role in supporting the National Travel and Tourism Strategy to bring more visitors to the United States, especially in our participation at trade shows internationally and domestically, to promote tourism in Indian Country.
Membership
Through AIANTA membership, tribes, the tourism industry and other partners form a dynamic network of shared experiences, resources and support.
A Warm Thank You to Our Partners
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Native American Agriculture Fund
Bureau of Land Management
National Park Service
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
NativeAmerica.Travel
Education & Training
Technical assistance and training is the heartbeat of our work at AIANTA. We provide general and tailored technical assistance, training and education in a variety of ways.
International Outreach
AIANTA plays a critical role in supporting the National Travel and Tourism Strategy to bring more visitors to the United States, especially in our participation at trade shows internationally and domestically, to promote tourism in Indian Country.
Membership
Through AIANTA membership, tribes, the tourism industry and other partners form a dynamic network of shared experiences, resources and support.
