13th Annual International Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Summit & Trade Show

"Changing Communities and Increasing Profitability in The Travel Industry"

Join us for the 13th Annual International Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Summit & Trade Show July 24-26, 2026 presented by The National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers (NABHOOD), International Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Network (IMHTN), Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Black Meetings & Tourism Magazine and Horizons International Group, Inc. 

The Multicultural and Heritage Tourism Summit is a 3-day educational event designed to educate meeting planners, destination management organizations (DMO), convention and visitor bureaus (CVB), tourist boards, tour operators, cruise lines, travel suppliers, travel agencies as well as other tourism, travel and hospitality industry professionals on how to gain a share of the $129.7+ Billion Multicultural & Heritage Tourism market while highlighting cultural heritage experiences, revenue opportunities and unique destinations across the US and the Caribbean. 

Key Presenters share minority travel trends, teach how to market Multicultural & Heritage Tourism plus examine diversity issues affecting the Hospitality industry. Multicultural and Heritage Tourism is the fastest growing segment in the tourism industry. The Summit is also intended to empower urban and rural communities to become self-sufficient through the development and marketing of Multicultural & Heritage Tourism.

Hosted by International Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Network (IMHTN)

We encourage and invite researchers of Multicultural & Heritage Tourism to present specific research topics & projects at the Summit. National Leaders and top industry professionals will lead General Sessions and workshops that will spark discussion on the growing opportunities that exist in this segment.

The 13th Annual International Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Summit & Trade Show July 24-26, 2026 is presented by The National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers (NABHOOD), International Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Network (IMHTN), Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Black Meetings & Tourism Magazine and Horizons International Group, Inc. 

Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Summit Highlights 

EVENT LOCATION

EVENT OVERVIEW

This Summit is hosted annually and attended by Destination Management Organizations, Conventions and Visitor Bureaus, Tourist Boards, Meeting Planners, Travel Agency Owners, Tour Operators and Suppliers that provide Multicultural & Heritage Tourism Attractions. 

EVENT PLANNERS

Shimado Ingraham
sgleman@gate.net

PJ Douglas Sands
me@pjsands.com

 BAHAMAS

The best kept secret of The Bahamas is the country’s sheer size and diversity. With 16 major islands, The Bahamas is an unmatched destination, a heart-pounding adventure across 100,000 square miles of the world’s clearest ocean.

Travellers quickly learn that no two islands are alike, each one has its own vibe, its own unique stories. This collection is just the beginning.

 MIAMI AND THE BEACHES

From its beautiful beaches to its unique multicultural neighborhoods and lively arts and nightlife scenes, Greater Miami offers a variety of experiences for everyone. 

Get to know Miami’s booming arts district with a graffiti and brewery tour, followed by an evening of entertainment.

U.S VIRGIN ISLANDS

No passport required from the USA! With 60+ dive sites scattered throughout the U.S. Virgin Islands view the beautiful coral reefs, mangroves, and the remains of several Navy barges sunk after WWII. 

See octopus, seahorses, frog fish and bat fish during a pier dive at night!

 TURKS AND CAICOS

With plenty of opportunities for having fun, our main claim to fame is our spectacular beaches, crowned by the award-winning seven-mile long Grace Bay Beach on Providenciales.

From bonefishing to kiteboarding, wakeboarding, parasailing, windsurfing and Hobie Cat sailing, shallow flats of the nature reserves are excellent ways to get a look at the amazing sea life and birds found in the islands.