Open my world: Who’s who at TREX18
September 4, 2018
This week in “Open my world,” we get a 360 degree view of one of the largest U.S. cities, a collection of rocket and space hardware worth tens of millions of dollars, and a relaxing day at the beach. These tour supplier and DMO partners—and so many more—are promoting their product at Travel Exchange ’18, Nov. 4–8. Connect with them in Milwaukee!
360 Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Attending TREX18: Chris Rondeau
360chicago.com
Soaring 1,000 feet over legendary Michigan Avenue is one of the city’s most unique attractions: 360 CHICAGO. Located on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Center, 360 CHICAGO (formerly John Hancock Observatory) offers breathtaking views of Chicago’s skyline, lakefront, and four neighboring states. It’s also the only place you can enjoy TILT, Chicago’s highest moving experience. This one-of-a-kind marvel tilts guests out from the 94th floor providing the most thrilling views of the city. Add to that their interactive learning displays and neighborhoods exhibit, as well as audio tours in seven languages, and there’s no better way to experience the city!
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Huntsville, Alabama
Attending TREX18: Tom White
spacecamp.com
Home to Space Camp and Aviation Challenge Camp, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC) is the most comprehensive U.S. manned spaceflight hardware museum in the world. Its large rocket and space hardware collection is valued in the tens of millions of dollars. From America’s first satellite, Explorer I, to next generation space vehicles like Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, the museum showcases the past, present and future of human spaceflight. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center serves as the Official NASA Visitor Center for Marshall Space Flight Center and is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. The USSRC is more than just artifacts!
Virginia Beach CVB
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Attending TREX18: Jim Coggin
visitvirginiabeach.com
Virginia Beach is famous for its iconic three-mile boardwalk, three distinctive beaches, fresh seafood, energetic downtown, abundant parks and waterways and mild weather. Their destination provides the venues, activities and personalized experiences groups deserve plus a bustling beachfront. Groups can experience our most popular attractions through more than 20 customizable “Live the Life Adventures” which include unforgettable itineraries in five categories (Culinary & Agriculture, Arts & Culture, Military & History, Outdoor & Eco-Adventures and Mind+Body+Spirit).