Events, Seminars & Webinars
TOURISM ROADMAP TO RECOVERY FORUM, "Bridging Tourism With Talent"
Hosted by
Guam Travel & Tourism Association (GTTA)
Guam Community College (GCC)
With Our Co-Sponsors
Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA)
Japan Guam Travel Association (JGTA)
Korea Guam Travel Association (KGTA)
TOURISM ROADMAP TO RECOVERY FORUM 2025
“Bridging Tourism with Talent”
On Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025, GTTA, GCC, GHRA, JGTA, and KGTA, with the cooperation of Guam’s tourism stakeholders, industry organizations, and private-sector partners — proudly present the third installment of Guam’s Tourism Roadmap to Recovery Forum: “Bridging Tourism with Talent.”
This year’s forum will feature keynote insights, agency updates, industry discussions, community initiatives, and the involvement of over 100 GCC Hospitality & Tourism students, representing the emerging workforce of our island’s visitor industry.
Together, we will explore the strategies, partnerships, and talent that are advancing Guam’s tourism recovery and shaping its future growth.
Support A Student Program
When registering, individuals or businesses will have the option to sponsor one or more students.
This sponsorship strengthens the bridge between education and industry by enabling students to attend, observe, and interact professionally with Guam’s tourism community.
Student Sponsorship starts at $50 per student
(Covers round-trip transportation and meals for each student)
Featuring:
Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB)
Tourism Recovery Status, market trends, and visitor experience enhancements.
A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority (GIAA)
Airline forecasts and updates on the Guam airport passenger experience.
Mayors’ Council of Guam (MCG)
Cultural stewardship and village-based tourism initiatives.
Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA)
Financial assistance and development opportunities for tourism-focused businesses.
Guam Community College – Hospitality & Tourism Program
Showcasing 100+ talented students preparing to enter Guam’s hospitality workforce.
Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA)
Industry insights from hotels and restaurants — challenges and forward-looking solutions.
Japan Guam Travel Association (JGTA) / Korea Guam Travel Association (KGTA)
Market perspectives, inbound trends, and destination-specific strategies.
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero / Speaker Frank Blas Jr. /Senator Jesse A. Lujan
Opening perspectives on Guam’s economic outlook and tourism’s role in our recovery.Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB)
Tourism Recovery Status, market trends, and visitor experience enhancements.A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority (GIAA)
Airline forecasts and updates on the Guam airport passenger experience.Mayors’ Council of Guam (MCG)
Cultural stewardship and village-based tourism initiatives.Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA )
Financial assistance and development opportunities for tourism-focused businesses.Guam Community College (GCC) Hospitality & Tourism Program
Showcasing 100+ talented students preparing to enter Guam’s hospitality workforce.Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA)
Industry insights from hotels and restaurants — challenges and forward-looking solutions.
Japan Guam Travel Association (JGTA) - Korea Guam Travel Association (KGTA)
Market perspectives, inbound trends, and destination-specific strategies.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Venue: SandCastle Theater, Tumon (ample parking available across the street)
Time: 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM
(Registration begins at 07:30 AM)
Registration:
$65 per person (includes morning light snacks and refreshments & lunch)
Support A Student Sponsorship:
Starting at $50 per student
Let’s invest in Guam’s future tourism professionals!
Past Events:
Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association, Guam Travel & Tourism Association, and Japan Guam Travel Association announces "TOURISM FORUM 2024, "Beyond the Horizon"
On December 16, 2024 (Monday)
Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA), Guam Travel & Tourism Association (GTTA) , Japan Guam Travel Association (JGTA), with the cooperation of other industry organizations and businesses, is proud to announce the second installment of the Tourism Forum 2024, "Beyond the Horizon" which will feature keynote speakers including the Guam Visitor's Bureau (GVB), Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA), A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam (GIAA).
GVB will present services and programs for innovative solutions as part of the Recovery Plan Effort.
The Forum will be held:
- Date and Place: When: November 16, 2024 (Monday) at the Dusit Beach Resort, (Banquet Room) Fort San Jose.
- Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Registration: $50 per person (includes: Lunch)
Guam Travel & Tourism Association and the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association'launches the "GUAM BIG WAVE CAMPAIGN!
On January 1st,2023 (Sunday)
As Guam Travel & Tourism Association and the Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association proudly launches the Guam's Businesses and the Tourism Industry's first ever island wide campaign aimed in boosting travel from one of our core market, Japan. As Japan outbound struggles due to the weakened yen, and the rise in fuel costs, the industry did not just sit and wait for something to happen. The industry is "standing tall" inviting all businesses to take part in offering the savings and values to our visitors from Japan. To kick off the New Year with a BANG!, Many businesses have come together to offer discounts to upgrades to Resorts credits at our hotels. The savings can be huge when our visitor takes advantage of it. Our goal is to put people on the planes!
- Hotels
- Airlines
- Tours & Attractions
- Restaurants & Cafes
- Rent A Car & other Transportation
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