Sold Out: Travel Megatrends 2017 Forecast Event on January 11 in NYC

Skift Take

Come and join Skift for an evening of travel trends to better understand the big forces defining travel in 2017 and beyond. And oh, to get a copy of our beautiful magazine, too!

This event is SOLD OUT.

Watch the event on Facebook Live Wed 1/11 at 6:30pm ET here!

Start off 2017 with breakthrough insights on the megatrends defining travel in 2017.

Join Skift's team January 11 in New York City for our evening event, Skift's 2017 Travel Megatrends Forecast, where we will launch our annual travel megatrends and exclusive magazine about it —only for the attendees.

This magazine will decode 15 key megatrends that will shape all sectors within travel and the larger business world in 2017. Take a look back at our past projections with our popular 2016, 2015, 2014, and 2013 reports.

The evening event is being hosted by WeWork, which focuses on transforming buildings into beautiful, collaborative workspaces.

The Megatrends event is sponsored by Smartling, Four Seasons, American Express, Urlife, Mastercard, Allianz, and Hostelworld.

Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP early.

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