Open Call: Host the 2nd WFTGA Trainer Conference in 2027

The World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA) is calling on partners and stakeholders to host our 2nd Trainer Conference in 2027. This premier event features both the core conference and pre- and post-conference training courses. We are seeking a well-connected, affordable, and accessible destination to welcome our global community of tourist guide trainers.

• When: Ideally February or March 2027

• Duration: Approximately 17 days in total

• Working language: English

As the host, you will be tasked with:

• Securing local sponsorship and managing event logistics, including an appropriate 3-day conference venue.

• Providing a comfortable, fully equipped classroom space (projectors, Wi-Fi, movable seating) for a total of 14 days of pre- and post-conference training.

• Coordinating private accommodation and sustainable amenities for participants and trainers (details TBD).

• Supplying comprehensive transportation as required by the programme.

• Securing access to diverse heritage sites for guiding practice, facilitating hands-on learning.

• Enlisting local tourist guides to assist our trainers in developing vehicle, walking, and site-specific modules, thereby introducing them to WFTGA training principles.

Bringing this global event to your region is a unique opportunity to:

• Empower local tourist guides by allowing them to participate in world-class skills training.

• Build or strengthen your own local team of trainers.

• Network with top-tier tourist guide trainers from around the world.

• Elevate the voices of your local guides on the global stage.

For more details or to submit a proposal, please contact WFTGA Head of Training, Smaro Touloupa, at training@wftga.org.