July/August 2009 | Sports Destination Management

July/August 2009

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Sports Destination Management Magazine

July/August 2009

Recently, several of our staff attended the annual Sports Event Symposium, hosted by The National Association of Sports Commissions in Denver. Learning that the sports travel industry will be less impacted by the downturn in the economy than other sectors was one highlight of the show (and there were many).

Don Schumacher, executive director, provided numbers in his opening address that sports travel is more insulated than other segments of the travel industry, and much more than other industries. His explanation, while somewhat simple, makes perfect sense: People will get Janie to her soccer match. They may have to sacrifice certain things to get there, but sports event participation is a growing past-time that is an important facet of life in America.

In this issue

ADA Compliance: Meeting the Needs of Many

BY: Amy Henderson

Hotel accommodations, venue selection, catering and transportation - not abad start to an event checklist. But how many times have we forgotten some of the most vital information? Unless your event is surrounded by athletes with disabilities, complying with federal ADA laws probably isn't at the top of your checklist - which can be a grave mistake. more....