Helloworld Travel is gearing up for its 2025 Owner Managers Conference (OMC), to be held in Vancouver from 22–25 May, with registrations closing this week on 17 April.
The highly anticipated event promises a dynamic mix of business insights, networking opportunities, and destination discovery.
Announced at the 2024 Sydney OMC, this year’s conference takes place in one of Canada’s most spectacular cities and will be hosted by none other than Anthony ‘Lehmo’ Lehmann—comedian, TV personality and Helloworld TV Show presenter.
Partnering with Destination Canada, Destination British Columbia, and Destination Vancouver, the event will be supported by key airline partners Air Canada and United Airlines. Attendees will be treated to business sessions, trend updates, and dazzling social functions, with venues including the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver and Fairmont Hotel Vancouver setting the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Owner and General Manager of Helloworld Travel Mackay, Mt Pleasant and Willows Townsville, Annabel Dolphin, shared, “OMC is one of the must-attend events for our business… I always walk away with a renewed sense of energy and many great ideas on how we can improve and grow. This year, I am especially excited to be heading to the beautiful destination of Vancouver.”
Famils to showcase Canada’s best experiences
The conference also offers a wide range of pre and post-event famil opportunities, giving attendees the chance to explore the best of British Columbia and beyond. Options include Vancouver Day Tours, the iconic Rocky Mountaineer, Sonora Resort, Knight Inlet Lodge, Klahoose Wilderness Resort, and cruises with Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Hurtigruten.
Delegates can also choose from land-based adventures such as Scenic’s Victoria famil, a Colette Canadian Adventure, Adventure World’s Canadian itineraries, and Ontario’s Iconic Cities.
Nick Sutherland, Group GM Retail at Helloworld Travel, added, “Our OMC is a much-anticipated and well-loved event… Bringing together owner-managers for insightful sharing of knowledge and collaboration with our preferred partners is what makes this conference so valuable.”
