Travel Writers & Influencers

Expand your reach. Discover your next story.

Join us at the Heartland Travel Exchange on Wednesday, April 21 from 8:30 – 11:30 AM at the Glass City Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, Ohio—an exclusive opportunity designed for travel writers and influencers eager to uncover fresh, compelling content across the Midwest and beyond. This curated showcase brings together tourism professionals from more than 10 states, creating a dynamic environment where creativity, storytelling, and collaboration thrive.

Step into a high-energy marketplace where you’ll connect directly with tour planners, sports planners, event planners, DMOs, attractions, museums and hoteliers—all eager to share their latest experiences, destinations, and story ideas. Whether you’re looking to expand your editorial calendar, grow your audience, this is your chance to gain insider access to industry leaders shaping travel today.

From hidden gems to headline-making destinations, the Heartland is filled with stories waiting to be told, and you’ll be among the first to discover them. Strengthen your network, spark new partnerships, and walk away with a portfolio of engaging ideas that will inspire your readers and followers for months to come.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect, create, and elevate your content. Register today and experience the Heartland Travel Exchange in Toledo—where your next great travel story begins.