Santa Monica, California
California
Sponsors
About the Event
Connections is proud to announce its first Connections Bespoke event in California, USA in partnership with Visit California.Set against the backdrop of Santa Monica and its 3.5 glistening miles of coastline, the event will showcase the region’s finest high-end product in true Californian style.
Connections will bring a hand-picked selection of the world’s finest luxury buyers to meet with exceptional hotels, boutique properties, experience providers and destination management companies. Throughout the event, senior executives and experts will discover new business opportunities during one-to-one meetings and thought-leading debate.
Enhanced with local experiences – from dining on the freshest seafood, exploring the iconic Santa Monica Pier to strolling along one of the world’s best city beaches – Connections California will celebrate the state’s enduring appeal for luxury travellers.
Friday, 08th March - Day One
(Optional) Make it a weekend
Ahead of Connections California, we invite you and a guest to arrive early to enjoy a personal weekend in Santa Monica. We have arranged a preferential rate with our host hotels, please contact us for further information.
Sunday, 10th March - Day Two
(30 minutes)
Place: Los Angeles International Airport
Buyers VIP transfers sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation
Upon arrival, please look out for a Visit California logo – your driver will be waiting for you. The 30/40-minute transfer gives you the opportunity to relax after your flight and take in the Californian scenery.
(All day)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Check in
The hotel partners are located in the heart of Santa Monica, offering wonderful views of the sea that will make your stay in the city a unique experience.
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Santa Monica Travel & Tourism to White Party on Santa Monica Beach
Transfers from host hotel partners to secret dinner location
(2 hours and 15 minutes)
Place: Perry's Cafe, 2400 Ocean Front Walk
White Party on Santa Monica Beach sponsored by Visit California & Santa Monica Travel & Tourism
Settle back and enjoy Santa Monica's beach with an expertly mixed cocktail or a glass of wine and enjoy dazzling sea views. It's the perfect place to watch the sun go down over Santa Monica.
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Santa Monica Travel & Tourism from White Party on Santa Monica Beach to host hotel
Monday, 11th March - Day Three
(1 hour and 30 mins)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Breakfast
The ideal place to relax in the morning with the hotels copious breakfast buffets and spectacular menu.
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from host hotels to Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
(1 hour)
Place: Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
Opening welcome with Caroline Beteta of Visit California
(1 hour)
ConnecTalk with Euromonitor International & Roundtable Discussions - Luxury Evolution
This is an additional opportunity to mix with delegates. These roundtables discussions aim to tackle hot topics in the luxury market.
(15 minutes)
Coffee break
Your opportunity to catch up with emails and calls back in the office
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose an Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose an Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(1 hour and 15 minutes)
Lunch under the Fig Tree sponsored by Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows and Santa Monica Travel & Tourism
(30 minutes)
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation to Santa Monica Place
(15 minutes)
Welcome briefing at Santa Monica Place
(45 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose an Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(45 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose an Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(15 minutes)
Coffee break
Your opportunity to go back to your room and grab anything you might need for the afternoon and evening programme
(45 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(45 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from Santa Monica Place to host hotels and free time
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from host hotels to dinner at Casa Del Mar, Hotel by the Sea
(2 hours and 30 minutes)
Dinner sponsored by Casa Del Mar, Hotel by the Sea and Santa Monica Travel & Tourism
This will be a great opportunity to meet new people in a more formal setting whilst enjoying a lovely view of Santa Monica.
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from Casa Del Mar, Hotel by the Sea to host hotels
Tuesday, 12th March - Day Four
(1 hour 45 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Breakfast
(30 minutes)
Place: Annenberg Community Beach House
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from host hotels to Annenberg Community Beach House
(45 minutes)
Place: Annenberg Beach House
ConnecTalk with Rob Holmes, GLP Films
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier's table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(15 minutes)
Healthy break
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier's table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier's table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(1 hour)
Place: Annenberg Community Beach House
Lunch at Annenberg Community Beach House sponsored by Santa Monica Travel & Tourism
(15 minutes)
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation to Pacific Park on Santa Monica Pier
(45 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(45 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(15 minutes)
Fun break
(30 minutes)
Meet at the supplier’s table and choose a Connections Experience
These activities are intended to act as an enhancement to the tabletop introductory meetings. As soon as you meet, we encourage you to try an activity together. However, the choice is yours!
(15 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from Santa Monica Pier to host hotels and free time
(30 minutes)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from host hotels to closing dinner at The Getty Villa
(2 hours and 15 minutes)
Closing dinner sponsored Santa Monica Travel & Tourism, Visit West Hollywood, Discover Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau and The Getty Villa Museum
(30 minutes)
Transfer sponsored by Pure Luxury Transportation from closing dinner at the Getty Villa to Viceroy Santa Monica
(3 hours)
After party with special performance at Viceroy Santa Monica
Wednesday, 13th March - Day Five
Networking breakfast meeting for buyers only at respective host hotels
(Optional) Post-event FAM trip with Santa Barbara
(All day)
Place: Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea; Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows; Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and Shutters on the Beach
Check out
Buyers VIP transfers for all attendees from the host hotel to Los Angeles International Airport. Check out starts at 12:00.