Alliance Française Atlanta: French Immersion in Martinique
2023-03-18 00:00 - 2023-03-25 23:59 (America/New_York)
Join Alliance Française Atlanta director, Dr. Richard Keatley and other Alliance Française Atlanta members for a week of fun — and français — in the sun. The French-immersion trip combines culture and fun this coming March on the beautiful island of Martinique.
Excursions include:

Fort-de-France Differently
Flowery Escapade
Distillery Saint James
Historical Outing

A part of the lesser Antilles, in the Caribbean sea, Martinique is also an integral part of the French Republic and the ideal location for the Alliance Française Atlanta 2022 Trip. This all-inclusive trip at the Buccaneers Resort will allow you to discover the charm and heritage of this Caribbean gem with trips to Fort-de-France, the Madinina, “Island of Flowers,” as well as historical tours of the island, sports, recreation, afternoon French conversation and more.
Alliance Française Atlanta Membership Required.

Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show
2023-03-25 10:00 - 2023-03-26 17:00 | Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339
Looking to make your travel plans for 2023 but don’t know where to start?
Make the first stop on your next trip the Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show! You’ll discover the hottest destinations and travel options for 2023, meet directly with the representatives who can plan your trip, and stretch your travel dollar with tens of thousands of dollars in show-only deals and specials.
The top travel personalities from around the world are all ready to meet you, and give you the insider information you need to travel in 2023 and beyond.
You’ll meet Andrew McCarthy, Peter Greenberg, and Pauline Frommer as they provide the most up-to-date travel advice that you won’t be able to find anywhere else.
Plus, with dozens of educational and informational seminars taking place on 3 other on-floor theaters, you’ll learn actionable advice from the brightest minds from around the globe.

SOLD OUT -- Art of Diplomacy Tours -- June Trip to Cuba With Ambassador Charles Shapiro
2023-06-01 00:00 - 2023-06-05 23:59
This event is SOLD OUT–
Please contact Amanda Mattingly at mattinglyac@gmail.com to reserve a spot for our January 2024 trip to Havana.
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Curious about Cuba? Ambassador (ret.) Charles Shapiro is leading a trip to Havana on June 1-5 to meet with a wide range of Cuban academics, artists, small business owners and others to figure out what is going on and how the US should respond. The trip includes a meeting with the Acting US Ambassador to Cuba as well as the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (requested).
The group will meet in the Havana airport the late morning of Thursday, June 1 and depart on flights the late afternoon on Monday, June 5. Accommodations include privately owned, comfortable boutique hotels.
What’s Included?
The cost per traveler of $2,325 single occupancy, $2050 double includes:
• 4 nights’ accommodations with breakfast
• All group meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Professional, bilingual guides
• Ground transportation
• Health insurance while in Cuba
• Admission to all museums and public buildings
Travelers are responsible for making their own arrangements to and from Havana. In Cuba, the group will partner with Cuba Educational Travel for all other arrangements.
Note: This policy trip complies with all U.S. Treasury Department regulations. For more information, contact Amanda Mattingly at mattinglyac@gmail.com
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2024 Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show
2024-03-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA, 30339
Get ready to pack your bags and make the first stop on your next vacation the Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show! Discover thousands of the newest vacation options from the top destinations from around the globe and meet the experts who are on-hand to help you personalize and book your trip.

Learn the latest travel tips, trends and advice on 4 theaters located right on the show floor, and get the chance to meet your favorite travel celebrities including Peter Greenberg and Andrew McCarthy. Plus, all attendees will have access to over ten-of-thousands of dollars in travel savings, trip giveaways and exclusive show-only deals, all included with your ticket. Click below to learn more and participate in the Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show!

All sales final. No refunds of ticket costs or service fees. Solicitation of show exhibitors is strictly prohibited.

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Art of Diplomacy Tours — June Trip to Cuba With Ambassador Charles Shapiro
2024-06-20 00:00 - 2024-06-24 23:59 | Havana, Cuba
Curious about Cuba? Ambassador (ret.) Charles Shapiro is leading a trip to Havana on June 20-24 to meet with a wide range of Cuban academics, artists, small business owners and others to figure out what is going on and how the US should respond. We will meet with the Acting US Ambassador to Cuba as well as the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (requested).

Travelers will meet in the Havana airport on Thursday,June 20 and depart on flights in the late afternoonon Monday, June 24. Travelers will stay in privately owned comfortable boutique hotels.

Travelers can secure their spot with payment in full and by signing the sales agreement.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

The cost per traveler of $3,000 single occupancy, $2,750 double occupancy includes:

4 nights’ accommodations with breakfast

All group meals as indicated in the itinerary

Professional, bilingual guides

Ground transportation

Health insurance while in Cuba

Admission to all museums and public buildings arrangements.

Note: This policy trip complies with all U.S. Treasury Department regulations.

For more information, contact Amanda Mattingly at mattinglyac@gmail.com or visit artofdiplomacytours.com (See ‘sign up’ button below).

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Chamber Abroad | Portugal
2024-06-23 00:00 - 2024-07-02 23:59 | Portugal – Lisbon, Alentejo, Algarve & Portuguese Riviera
The Chamber Abroad travel program returns in 2024 with an amazing trip to Portugal!

Highlights

Lisbon, Choice on Tour: “Calcadas” Walking Tour or “The Way of the Cod” Tour, Belem, Cork Factory, Evora, Winery Visit, Alentejo, Lagos, Algarve, Setúbal, Portuguese Riviera, Obidos, Sintra, Choice on Tour: National Palace of Sintra or Free Time, UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Essential Experiences

Enjoy a 2-night stay in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1Overnight FlightDay 2 – 3Turim Marques Hotel , LisbonDay 4Vitoria Stone Hotel , EvoraDay 5 – 7Vila Gale Lagos, AlgarveDay 8 – 9Vila Gale Cascais Hotel, Cascais

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Embark: An All-inclusive Journey to Argentina And Brazil
2024-09-28 00:00 - 23:59
The Gwinnett Chamber Chairman’s Club invites you to join business executives and their guests on an immersive, all-inclusive trip to the vibrant landscapes of Argentina and Brazil. This extraordinary experience is designed to blend professional networking with enriching cultural explorations, offering you the perfect opportunity to connect with peers in a luxurious and relaxed setting.

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2025 Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show
2025-01-11 00:00 - 2025-01-12 23:59 | Georgia International Convention Center – HALLS A&B, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, Georgia, 30337
Your Next Vacation Starts Here!

Discover thousands of vacation options, save big with travel deals & specials, and learn the latest travel tips all under one roof!

The Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show is back and ready to give you the tools you need to make your travel decisions for 2025 and beyond.

Explore the hottest destinations and travel providers from around the world and meet the experts who are on-hand to:

Give you the most up to date information and new offerings

Answer all of your travel related questions on where to go, what to do, how and when to get there

Help you plan your itinerary based on your needs

Provide show only deals & travel specials that you won’t find anywhere else

For a full list of exhibitors and sponsors, click here.

Learn the Latest Travel Tips and Advice, All Included with Your Ticket

The top names in travel are all ready to teach you how to travel like a pro on 3 on-the-show-floor theaters.

On the Travel Theater, you’ll receive advice from the top travel celebrities:

Peter Greenberg, Emmy Award Winning Investigative Reporter, Producer and CBS News Travel Editor

Scotty Mayerowitz, Founder, Reward Points Expert & Strategist

Drew Binsky, World Travel Expert, World Renowned Travel Blogger

And more!

On the Destination Theater, you’ll experience in-depth 30 minute workshops featuring the top locations from around the world, and the experts who represent them. You’ll receive information on where to go, how to get there, what to do and what you can do when you travel there now.

The Savvy Traveler Theater features information from the experts who live on the road. From packing tips and how to maximize reward points to budget travel hacks and when to book airfare, you’ll acquire the knowledge you need to travel like a pro on your next trip.

For a full schedule of speakers and content, click here.

The best part? All of this is included with your ticket.

We’ll see you January 11th & 12th at the Georgia International Convention Center for the 6th annual Atlanta Travel & Adventure Show!

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Explore Strategic Opportunities in India with GIACC's Trade Delegation to Coimbatore
2025-02-02 00:00 - 2025-02-08 23:59 | Coimbatore, India
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Explore Strategic Opportunities in India with GIACC’s Trade Delegation to Coimbatore

The Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (GIACC) invites you to participate in a strategic trade delegation to Coimbatore, India, from February 2 to 8, 2025.

Why Coimbatore?Known as the “Detroit of India,” Coimbatore is a hub of diverse manufacturing industries, including automotive components, textiles, IT services, and more. Located in Tamil Nadu, India’s second-richest state, Coimbatore offers world-class infrastructure and serves as an industrial powerhouse ideal for international business partnerships.

Delegation Highlights:

Tailored Matchmaking: Meet pre-qualified Indian manufacturers tailored to your business needs.

In-Depth Industry Visits: Tour facilities and gain firsthand insights into manufacturing processes.

Networking Opportunities: Build connections with industry leaders, government officials, and potential partners.

Expert Guidance: Benefit from support provided by GIACC and CODISSIA, Coimbatore’s leading industrial association.

Cost and Eligibility:

Cost: $2,485.00 per delegate (includes airfare, lodging, breakfast, and local transportation).

Eligibility: Open to Georgia-based companies with significant manufacturing presence. Participants should be decision-makers with authority to enter contracts.

Registration Deadline:Secure your spot by December 15, 2024, by emailing sk.raj@forartech.com or calling 678.852.5434.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore India’s booming economy, reduce supply chain risks, and gain a competitive edge in the global market.

For more details, visit www.giacc.net or contact the GIACC office at 678.230.3283.

About GIACC:Since 1999, GIACC has been a vital bridge between Georgia and India, fostering trade, investment, and cultural exchange. Join us in continuing this legacy and unlock the potential of India’s thriving industrial sector!

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Chamber Abroad | Czechia, Austria, and Hungary
2025-05-14 00:00 - 2025-05-24 23:59
The Chamber Abroad travel program returns in 2025 with an Imperial Cities trip featuring Prague, Vienna & Budapest!

Highlights

Prague, Prague Castle, Cesky Krumlov, Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace, Classical Music Performance, Choice on Tour, Bratislava, Lunch with Locals, Budapest, Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion, Visegrad, Renaissance Dinner

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US Immigration: Impact on You and Your Business Breakfast at Cobb Chamber
2025-05-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Cobb Chamber, Wellstar Community Room, 1100 Circle 75 Pkwy #1000, Atlanta, Georgia, 30339
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Discover the Netherlands: An Immersive Sustainable Business Tour
2025-05-17 00:00 - 2025-05-25 23:59 | Netherlands
Discover the future of sustainable innovation from May 17–25, 2025, with a week-long immersive business tour in the Netherlands. This exclusive experience offers professionals an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the country’s thriving sustainable fashion ecosystem.

Highlights Include:

Learn from industry leaders through workshops, panel discussions, and site visits.

Foster meaningful connections with Dutch businesses and stakeholders.

Explore avenues for partnerships and expansion within the Netherlands market.

Behind-the-scenes access to sustainability-focused brands and organizations.

Exclusive networking opportunities with local innovators, designers, and business professionals.

Experience Dutch culture and hospitality with curated cultural activities.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow in one of the world’s leading hubs for sustainability. Secure your spot today!

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Agroalimentaria 2025 - Agribusiness in the Dominican Republic
2025-05-28 00:00 - 2025-05-31 23:59 | Dominican Fiesta Hotel, C. Cibao Oeste 101, Santo Domingo, 11108, Dominican Republic
The Consulate General of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans, with Jurisdiction over Georgia, is pleased to invite you to the 9th edition of Agroalimentaria 2025, the most important agribusiness event in the Dominican Republic, organized by the Dominican Agribusiness Board (JAD) and the Dominican Republic Export and Investment Center (ProDominicana).

The event will take place from May 28 to 31, 2025, at the Dominican Fiesta Hotel, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Agroalimentaria is the leading international business platform for the food, beverage, and tobacco sectors in the country. This edition will feature more than 250 Dominican exporters showcasing high-quality products, including tropical fruits (bananas, mangoes, pineapples, and avocados), coffee, cocoa, cigars, rum, beer, spices, pasta, and more.

This trade show offers an exclusive opportunity for international buyers to connect with Dominican producers and exporters through business matchmaking meetings, as well as access to conferences and presentations on key trends and opportunities in the agribusiness sector.

To encourage participation, Agroalimentaria 2025 offers an incentive program for international buyers, which includes:

Participation in one-on-one business matchmaking meetings with Dominican exporters.

Access to the exhibition featuring top-quality food, beverage, and tobacco products.

Panels and high-level conferences on industry trends and trade opportunities.

VIP invitation to the “Noche Dominicana” networking cocktail.

Three nights of complimentary accommodation (May 28, 29, and 30, subject to evaluation).

Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers included (Arrival: May 27-28 | Departure: May 31-June 1).

Ongoing guidance and support from ProDominicana staff throughout the event.

For further information, please feel free to contact us at misantana@mirex.gob.do or call us at678-427-0654.

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Art of Diplomacy Tour of Cuba with Ambassador Charles Shapiro
2025-06-12 00:00 - 2025-06-16 23:59
Curious about Cuba? Ambassador (ret.) Charles Shapiro and Amanda Mattingly are leading a trip to Havana June 12-16, 2025 to meet with a wide range of Cuban academics, artists, small business owners and others to figure out what is going on and how the United States should respond. We will meet with the Acting U.S. Ambassador to Cuba as well as the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (requested). The Cuban economy has been crushed by Covid, U.S. sanctions and bad governance. In 2021 and 2024, protests broke out and were repressed by the Cuban government. One thing is sure: the sound bites from the U.S. right and left miss the complexity of Cuba. We will meet in the Havana airport the late morning of Thursday, June 12 and depart on flights the late afternoon on Monday, June 16. We will stay in privately owned, comfortable boutique hotels.

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Immersion Trip to Saint-Malo Information Meeting
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:00
Experience the wonders of France’s Northern Coast!

In April 2026, Alliance Française members can continue their French while visiting the wonders of Saint-Malo, Brittany first-hand during our two-week language immersion trip!

Open to Alliance Française members with an A1+ level of French. Participants will take classes (15 hours per week) at their level at and reside with French families specifically screened by AF Saint-Malo. Three days a week, we will visit the wonders of the surrounding area.

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UBiG Barbados Service Trip
2025-10-09 00:00 - 2025-10-14 23:59
Get ready to experience a life-changing journey that blends service, adventure, and Bajan culture — all in one unforgettable trip!

The Mission:

UBiG is taking a group of passionate volunteers to Barbados to help beautify the Maurice Byer Clinic in St. Peter — and want YOU to be part of it. This is your chance to make a tangible impact in the community while soaking up all the magic that Barbados has to offer.

What’s Included:

5 Nights in Luxury Accommodations

Private Group Airport Transfers + Fast Track Entry

Excursions to Oistins, Brighton Beach, Harrison’s Cave & More

Mission Days at St. Peter’s Polyclinic (day and a half)

All-Inclusive Beach Party (water sports included!)

Day Party Cruise – Yes, snorkeling with turtles is on the list!

Local Island Tour Through Authentic Barbadian Eyes

Welcome Dinner + Mission Day Lunch + Daily Breakfast

Pricing Options:

$1,545.99 – Hotel (Double Occupancy) + Excursions Only

$2,420.00 – Air + Hotel (Double Occupancy) + Excursions

Group rates available 3 days before/after trip — based on availability

Prices are subject to change

Select OTHER and then $0 when asked to donate while paying the Deposit.

Secure Your Spot Now:

A GEMINI SEASON SPECIAL $100 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place.Deadline to pay your deposit: June 30, 2025

Limited spots available — and they’re going fast!

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Trade Mission to Central America
2025-10-19 11:30 - 2025-10-24 17:30 | Panama City, Panama
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA) is organizing a Trade Mission to Central America, including the Opportunities in Central America Business Conference in Panama City, Panama, on October 19-21, 2025. COMMERCIAL SETTINGThe United States and the Central American region share common interests in strengthening economic growth, prosperity, and competitiveness in the Western Hemisphere. The United States remains the top trading partner in the region. The Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) and the United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement facilitate these goals by improving supply integration and creating efficient, transparent customs procedures that enable quicker, more cost-effective market access. These agreements further reinforce economic ties while supporting United States policy objectives for regional stability, energy security, and supply chain diversification.

MISSION DESCRIPTIONU.S. trade mission participants will arrive in Panama by October 19 to attend the opening reception of the Opportunities in Central America Business Conference. This event is also open to U.S. companies not participating in the mission’s business-to-business matchmaking sessions. On October 20, trade mission participants will attend the business conference, where they can network and engage in discussions.

Conference sessions will focus on regional opportunities, market entry strategies, legal, logistics, and trade financing resources. In addition, participants will participate in one-on-one consultations with United States and Foreign Commercial Service (US&FCS) Officers from the United States Department of Commerce, and Economic Officers from the United States Department of State, representing United States embassies across the region, including Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Panama.

On October 21, selected participants will engage in business-to-business meetings with local companies in Panama. For those interested, a limited number of participants may opt to travel to up-to two Central American markets – Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Panama – for business appointments. These optional meetings will be arranged based on recommendations from US&FCS officers in the respective countries, and each session will be with pre-screened potential buyers, agents, distributors, or joint-venture partners.

INDUSTRIES

U.S. companies and trade associations seeking to expand or enter the Central American market in sectors such as:

Energy

Infrastructure and construction

Telecommunications and cybersecurity

Medical devices and healthcare

Safety, security, and more

The mission is focused on sectors that support U.S. economic and national security, and/or best prospects in each country. The leading sectors for United States exports and investment are:

Belize: Agriculture and Agro-Processing, Aviation, Energy, ICT, Safety and Security.

Costa Rica: Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Service Equipment; Cybersecurity, ICT and Telecommunications, Energy, Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals.

El Salvador: Cybersecurity, Energy, and ICT.

Guatemala: Agribusiness, Critical Infrastructure and Security, Healthcare, and Energy.

Honduras: Automotive Aftermarket Products, Building/Construction Materials, Safety and Security Equipment, Electrical Power Systems, and ICT.

Panama: Automotive Parts and Accessories, ICT, Infrastructure, Safety and Security, and Water Technology and Management.

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Croatia and Slovenia Cruise
2026-05-23 00:00 - 2026-06-03 23:59
Join the World Affairs Council of Atlanta President Rickey Bevington aboard the intimate 18-cabin Queen Eleganza for a cruise along the spectacular Adriatic coast, co-sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Throughout history, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Ottomans, and Austrians have vied for control of this strategic coastline, which is dotted with more than 1,000 islands. In a region well worth exploring for its natural beauty alone, you’ll also discover spellbinding archaeological sites, impressive castles, dramatic palaces, and ancient city centers. Begin in the magnificent walled city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, before embarking on a 7-night Adriatic cruise.

Launched in 2018, the delightful Queen Eleganza features a casual ambiance and the ability to call at small, inviting islands and ports not accessible to large cruise ships. Cruise the Croatian coast from Dubrovnik to Zadar, calling at Mljet, Korčula, Hvar, Split, and Trogir. A leisurely pace allows for ample time in port to sample local cuisine and connect with residents. After disembarking, travel by motorcoach to walk among the waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park, then continue to Slovenia’s captivating capital, Ljubljana, and magical Lake Bled.

Your journey will be enriched by educational expert Eric Frank, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s expert. The planned content from Rickey and Eric will be an exploration of the intersection of politics and art in the region we are visiting. Limited spaces are available. You’re encouraged to reserve your spot today by contacting the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia at (800) 942-5004 or travel@wacphila.org.

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Art of Diplomacy Tours - Colombia Trip
2026-08-19 08:00 - 2026-08-24 17:00
Curious about Colombia? Ambassador (ret.) Charles Shapiro is leading a trip to Bogotá and Medellín to meet with a wide range of Colombian artists, academics, journalists, entrepreneurs, and diplomats to learn what makes Colombia a special and strategic country in South America.

This well-rounded trip will cover policy and politics in the capital city of Bogotá and business, art, and culture in the innovative city of Medellín. Travelers will meet American diplomats at the US Embassy and Colombian officials at the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (requested). Learn why Colombia is important to the United States and US foreign policy in Latin America.

The group will be small by design, and the carefully curated agenda allows time to see many of the popular sites in both cities, experience Colombian food and music, exchange views with the Colombian people, and have fun! This trip is for folks who want to travel to Colombia with regional experts and gain exposure to Colombian politics, business, and culture.

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