ILTM Latin America Hosted Buyer and Executive Buyer Terms and Conditions 2023

1.       DEFINITIONS

ILTM Latin America or Event means the International Luxury Travel Market Latin America (“the Event”) to be held at Bienal Pavilion, São Paulo, Brazil from 09th – 12th May 2023 which is organised by Reed Exhibitions Alcantaria Machado LTDA (“RX”).

Exhibitors means exhibitors who have contracted to take exhibition space at ILTM Latin America 2023.

Executive Buyer means the person, accepted by RX, who will be granted access to the Event as a buyer of luxury products and services on a non-hosted basis (i.e., without complimentary flights, transfers or accommodation provided by RX).

Hosted Buyer means the luxury travel trade professional, who has been registered as a Hosted Buyer, has accepted these Terms & Conditions and has been accepted in writing by RX, with authority to attend the Event as a buyer of luxury travel products where complimentary accommodation, transfers and, in some cases, flights are provided by RX and shall include Hosted Buyers ("with flights" and "without flights").

Appointment Only Buyer means the luxury travel trade professional, who has been registered as an Appointment Only Buyer, has accepted these Terms & Conditions and has been accepted in writing by RX with authority to attend the Event as a buyer of luxury travel products and services on a non-hosted basis (i.e., without complimentary flights, transfers or accommodation provided by RX).

Pre-Scheduled Appointment System means the appointment programme operated by RX to co-ordinate the appointments of the Hosted Buyer with Exhibitors during the Event.

Show Team means the ILTM Latin America team at RX of Rua Bela Cintra 1200, Cerqueira César, São Paulo – SP, 01415-001, Brazil.

 

2.       QUALIFICATION

In order to participate at any ILTM events, all participants must be previously qualified.

Criteria needed to qualify as an ILTM Latin America 2023 Appointment Only Buyer, Hosted Buyer or Executive Buyer (together “Buyer”) are:

• Buyer must operate on an outbound basis to multiple markets, across a minimum of two continents;

• Buyer will need to show evidence of recent bookings placed in luxury travel;

• Buyer MUST provide RX with three references, two of which must be direct luxury property bookings - all bookings must be made within the last 6 months for future months;

• Buyer must be an established player in the marketplace for a minimum of 12 months;

• Buyer must be a senior decision maker with the authority to procure luxury travel products and services; and

• Buyer does not intend to sell or promote your product at ILTM Latin America 2023.

Requests to qualify for ILTM Latin America 2023 must be received by 17th March 2023.

Any applications received after 17th March 2023 will be considered for ILTM Latin America´s next edition being 2023.

 

3.       PARTICIPATION FORMATS

Invitations to Buyers are at the discretion of the RX Show Team, who will qualify and define participation formats and invitation inclusions.

 

3.1      APPOINTMENT ONLY BUYERS

"Appointment Only Buyers" will receive from ILTM Latin America 2023 complimentary:

• Entry to the ILTM Latin America 2023 Opening Cocktail;

• Pre-scheduled appointments from 9th May 2023 to 12th May 2023; and

• Entry to official ILTM Latin America 2023 closing party and ILTM Latin America 2023 networking events.

 

3.2     HOSTED BUYERS (WITH FLIGHTS)

"Hosted Buyers (with flights)" will receive from the RX Show Team complimentary:

• Flight rebate from selected airports to GRU airport;

• Up to 4 nights’ accommodation on single basis with breakfast at one of the RX Show Team's preferred hotels.

• Entry to the ILTM Latin America 2023 Opening Cocktail;

• Pre-scheduled appointments from 9th May 2023 to 12th May 2023; and

• Entry to official ILTM Latin America 2023 closing party and ILTM Latin America 2023 networking events.

 

3.3     HOSTED BUYERS (WITHOUT FLIGHTS)

"Hosted Buyers (without flights)" will receive from the RX Show Team complimentary:

• Up to 4 nights’ accommodation on single basis with breakfast at one of the RX Show Team's preferred hotels;

• Entry to the ILTM Latin America 2023 Opening Cocktail;

• Pre-scheduled appointments from 9th May 2023 to 12th May 2023; and

• Entry to official ILTM Latin America 2023 closing party and ILTM Latin America 2023 networking events.

 

3.4     EXECUTIVE BUYER

For a fee of BRL 900/USD 150 Executive Buyers will receive from the RX Show Team:

• Entry to the ILTM Latin America 2023 Opening Cocktail; and

• Entry to official ILTM Latin America 2023 closing party and ILTM Latin America 2023 networking events.

Executive Buyers are expected to:

• Arrange their travel and accommodation to RX ILTM Latin America 2023 independently and at their own cost (if necessary);

• Ensure the fee of BRL 900/USD 150 is paid to the RX Show Team. The RX Show Team shall take the payment from the Executive Buyer's credit card upon registration. All payments will be processed in BRL according to Brazil Central Bank exchange rate of the day;

• Be previously qualified by the RX Show Team (refer to item 2); and

• If not yet qualified, RX must enter qualification process at least 2 months prior to the Event (17th March 2023). For more information on qualification process, please refer to item 2.

 

3.5     CONDITIONS TO ALL APPOINTMENT HOLDING BUYERS

3.5.1 As a condition of receiving the complimentary services from the RX Show Team, appointment holding Buyers will be required to:

•  Submit their online application form within the specified timeframe;

•  Actively participate in the Pre-Scheduled Appointments Programme, by selecting at least 80 appointment preferences within the specified timeframe;

•  Attend all meetings, networking and educational sessions scheduled by the RX Show Team and included by the RX Show Team in their diary; and

•  Wear business casual dress as a condition of entry to the Event.

3.5.2 Failure by any person to comply with the requirements stated above may result in immediate cancellation of attendance with penalty fees (refer to "Cancellation" section below), as well as a review of the Buyer qualification status and/or exclusion from future ILTM Buyer Programmes without refund of any sums that may have already been paid by that Buyer.

3.5.3 A significant shortfall by the Buyer on the minimum commitment with respect to attending appointments shall be treated, at RX’s discretion, by the RX Show Team as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply (refer to "Cancellation" section below).

 

4.       TRAVEL

Allowing greater flexibility, Buyers are responsible for booking their own flights. The RX Show Team will supply the Buyer with a return flight rebate from an agreed point of departure to GRU Airport as per below:

Flight Rebate Amounts

Countries Up to in USD
Argentina
$420
Chile
$420
Colombia
$750
Costa Rica
$1,050
Dominican Republic
$1,150
Ecuador
$750
Guatemala
$1,200
Mexico
$1,200
Panama
$1,100
Paraguay
$400
Peru
$670
Puerto Rico
$1,150
Uruguay
$455
Venezuela
$1,000

4.1       All flights shall arrive to GRU Airport on 9th May 2023 the latest and shall depart from 12th May 2023 onwards. Please note that these arrangements are non-transferable. The flight times must be allocated to ensure full participation at the Event. Any additional costs in reaching the agreed departure airport will be the responsibility of the Buyer.

4.2       The flight rebate value shall be calculated by the RX Show Team based on airfare plus boarding taxes only, excluding commissions and other taxes.

4.3       Each Hosted Buyer who is arranging their own travel shall provide their travel details to the RX Show Team by Wednesday 5 April 2023 by email to buyerteam@rxglobal.com. The flight rebate shall be paid within up to 30 days after ILTM Latin America 2023 and by invoice only.

4.4       Before Buyer books their flight, Buyer will need to confirm its chosen flight itinerary with the RX Show team to ensure cost and timings are acceptable (including if the cost is equal to or below your flight rebate). Flights that are booked without Show Team authorisation will not be reimbursed.

4.5      To apply for flight rebate payment, Buyer will need to provide the following:

• A copy of their air ticket where the total amount paid appears;

• Their company’s bank details; and

• An invoice in USD in the value of their approved rebate amount to:

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4.6       In case the Buyer fails to deliver all items requested on paragraph 4.4 by the date of the Event, or in case the documents presented do not meet minimum requirements, RX reserves the right not to pay the flight rebate in question.

4.7       In case of cancellation or no-shows at ILTM Latin America 2023 the flight rebate will be automatically cancelled.

4.8       RX takes no responsibility for Buyers who miss their flights. Any replacement flights will be at the expense of the Buyer.

4.9       RX will only reimburse the cost of the flight ticket (including taxes and charges) up to the maximum amount agreed by the RX Show Team. Early check-in fees and the cost of one checked bag per person must be included in the agreed reimbursement amount.

4.10    RX will not reimburse the cost of upgrades, flight change fees or travel insurance.

4.11    RX will not reimburse flights that have been booked using frequent flyer or Air miles.

4.12    RX will not reimburse flight costs for Hosted Buyers who cancel their participation.

4.13    The RX Show Team will provide to the Hosted Buyer (with flights) and Hosted Buyer (without flights) up to 4 nights’ accommodation in São Paulo between the dates of 9th May 2023 to 12th May 2023. This will be on a single occupancy bed and breakfast basis. The RX Show Team will not be responsible for extra room costs incurred during the stay. Any room upgrades will be solely at the discretion of the hotel management and will not be paid for by RX.

4.14    All Buyers must obtain and be responsible for adequate insurance coverage and the appropriate inoculations for their stay. It is recommended Buyers have adequate cancellation insurance, insurance for baggage and also for any medical eventualities.

4.15    Whilst the RX Show Team will use their reasonable endeavours to provide assistance, any delay or loss of baggage will solely be the responsibility of the airline and any subsequent dispute shall be directly between the traveler and the airline.

4.16    RX shall have no liability to the Buyers if Buyers are refused permission to board the aircraft or is refused entry to Brazil or denied a visa.

 

5.       CANCELLATION & REPLACEMENTS

5.1       Replacements: Invitations to all Buyers are non-transferable. In instances where any Buyer needs to cancel their participation, Buyer may request that a colleague from their organisation attends as a replacement. On the condition that the replacement is accepted by the RX Show Team, a cancellation fee will not apply.

5.2       Cancellation of attendance: whilst not encouraged, all Buyers may cancel their attendance at the Event with no penalty before 22nd March 2023. Cancellations received on or after 23rd March 2023 will incur a fee of USD 800.

5.3       All cancellations must be received by the RX Show Team in writing (buyerteam@rxglobal.com)

and must be acknowledged by the dates specified above.

5.4       No-Show: any Buyer who does not inform the RX Show Team of their cancellation and does not attend ILTM Latin America 2023 without prior notice will be charged a no-show fee of USD 900. No-shows may also threaten future invitations to ILTM events.

5.5       No-Show to Appointments: All Buyers are required to attend all meetings in their final diary, as any no-shows will negatively affect the Event diary. A maximum number of 3 reported no-shows will be tolerated at the Event. Starting from the 4th reported no-show onwards, a fee of USD 100 per missed appointment will apply. If the Buyer has been reported in over ten no shows, a fee of USD 1000 will be incurred by Buyer. No-shows may also threaten future invitations to ILTM events. Attendance to all appointments will be closely monitored onsite by the RX Show Team.

5.6       CANCELLATION OF ATTENDANCE FEES, NO SHOW FEES AND FLIGHT CANCELLATION FEES SHALL BE PAYABLE BY ANY BUYER WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CLOSING DATE OF ILTM LATIN AMERICA 2023. THE RX SHOW TEAM SHALL TAKE PAYMENT OF SUCH CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW FEES FROM THE BUYER’S CREDIT CARD (DETAILS OF WHICH MUST BE PROVIDED BY THE BUYER ON REGISTRATION) 30 DAYS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE OF ILTM LATIN AMERICA 2023 IF THE PAYMENT HAS NOT BEEN MADE BY OTHER MEANS. THE RX SHOW TEAM WILL PROVIDE THE BUYER WITH A RECEIPT IN RESPECT OF SUCH CREDIT CARD CHARGES FOR CANCELLATION OF ATTENDANCE FEES AND NO-SHOW FEES.

5.7       The Buyer agrees that the above charges are a reasonable pre-estimate of the loss suffered by RX in the event of the Buyer breaching these Terms and Conditions.

5.8       In instances where an Executive Buyer needs to cancel their participation, Executive Buyer may request that a colleague from their organisation attends as a replacement. RX reserves the right to accept or decline the proposed replacement.

5.9       Cancellation, No-Show and Executive Buyer Rees and all other Buyer fees shall be charged in BRL according to PTAX rate agreed.

5.10    In instances where the Executive Buyer cancels their participation at the Exhibition, the BRL 800/ USD 165 initially paid by the Executive Buyer to the RX Show Team will not be refunded.

 

6.       ILTM FAMILIARISATION TRIPS (FAM TRIPS)

6.1       ‘No-shows’ and cancellation from a Pre and Post Event Adventure Trip will be subject to a BRL 500 charge made at the discretion of RX and/or the Fam Host.

6.2       Charges will be made to all participant’s credit card which was used upon registration for ILTM Latin America 2023.

6.3       Appointment Only Buyers, Hosted Buyers (with flights) and Hosted Buyers (without flights) who qualified prior to a specified timeframe will  be considered for participation in Fam Trips.

6.4       Only one attendee per company may attend a Fam Trip.

 

7.       EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY

7.1       RX takes no responsibility:

7.1.1 For Hosted Buyers (with flights), or any Buyers, who miss their ILTM Latin America flights;

7.1.2 For the insolvency or failure of any airline company or hotel or ground handling company or other supplier;

7.1.3 For flight cancellation or delay;

7.1.4 If the Hosted Buyer (with flights), or any Buyer, is refused permission to board the aircraft or is refused entry to Brazil; and

7.1.5 For any delay or loss of baggage or excess baggage charges, any subsequent dispute shall be directly between the Buyer and the airline.

7.2       Any replacement flights and other costs incurred in relation to the above will be at the expense of the Hosted Buyer (with flights), or relevant Buyer, or airline, where appropriate.

7.3       Buyers must obtain adequate travel insurance coverage for their stay, and it is recommended in particular to have adequate cancellation insurance to cover the instances referred to in paragraph 7.1, insurance for their baggage and medical insurance.

7.4       Individual visa requirements, travel permits, other licences and inoculations will be the sole responsibility of the Buyer including any necessary costs incurred.

7.5       RX, it's agents, it's employees, and its subcontractors shall not be liable for loss, damage or delay resulting from acts or threats of war, hijack, terrorist activity, civil commotion, industrial disputes, fuel shortages, natural disasters or adverse weather conditions, strikes or lockouts intervention or regulation, military activity, epidemics or any other circumstances outside RX’s or its subcontractor’s control which shall make it impossible or inadvisable for RX  to hold the Event at the time and place provided or makes it impossible to get the Buyers to the Event or to provide flights, hotels, transfers, appointments, events or other services to Buyers. RX reserves the right to re-schedule the Event at another date and/or at an alternative site.

7.6       RX shall not be liable to the Buyers, in contract, tort or otherwise for any loss of profit, loss of business or revenue, loss of anticipated savings or any indirect or consequential loss or damage, costs or expenses arising out of or in connection with the Buyers attendance at the Event

7.7       RX shall not be liable for the death or personal injury of any Buyer save where such liability cannot be excluded under Brazilian law.

7.8       RX’s liability to the Buyer, in respect of their attendance at the Event under these Terms and Conditions whether in contract, tort or otherwise shall not exceed USD 1800.

 

8.       GENERAL

8.1       Completion of an online or other application form applying to become a Buyer at the Event does not automatically guarantee a place. Applicants will be notified by the RX Show Team if their application is successful. The RX Show Team’s decision is final. Only one application form may be completed by each proposed participant and only the first application form will be accepted. Applicants must be over the age of 18.

8.2       Successful applicants will only be accepted as a Buyer at the Event if they have read and agreed to these Terms and Conditions and have ticked the relevant boxes on the online application form and have provided their credit card details.

8.3       In order to fulfil our obligations with regards to your participation and your pre-scheduled appointments, Buyer’s name and company will be visible within RX’s system.

8.4       RX reserves the right to remove any Buyer Programme and to withdraw flight rebates and accommodation at its complete discretion without liability if it is in the best interests of ILTM Latin America 2023 and the ILTM Latin America 2023 exhibitors.

8.5       It is important for all types of Buyers or member of the media to understand that the Event is solely for business purposes and targeted at influential people working within the luxury travel industry.

RX understand that a number of Buyers would like to take an accompanying person along them when travelling to destinations where ILTM events take place. This is perfectly acceptable; however, we would like to draw your attention to the following points:

• The RX Show Team can book a twin/double room, but any additional costs incurred in respect of the room or breakfast or otherwise for the accompanying person are payable by the guest upon check out.

• The RX Show Team will not be able to advise on the additional costs until the accommodation has been confirmed; charges will vary according to the hotel.

• No flights can be booked by the RX Show Team for the accompanying person.

• The Event, networking events (both business and social) and FAM trips are purely for qualified ILTM  2023 badge holders only and accompanying persons will not be allowed entry to the venues.

8.6     RX will use your personal information for the purposes of fulfilling these Terms and Conditions, including disclosure to travel and destination management companies, conference service providers as well as our exhibitors in connection with your attendance at the Event, and subject to the ILTM Privacy Policy at www.iltm.com/en/Privacy-Policy.

8.7     These Terms and Conditions and any dispute, controversy, proceedings or claim of whatever nature arising out of or in any way relating to these Terms and Conditions, the validity and performance hereof or their formation (including any non-contractual disputes or claims), shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Brazilian law. The parties hereby irrevocably acknowledge and agree that the Brazilian courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction in respect hereof and any disputes arising under these terms will be governed by Brazilian law and are subject to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the Brazilian courts.


ILTM Latin America Media Terms and Conditions 2023

Organised by RX (Reed Exhibitions Alcantaria Machado LTDA), ILTM events introduce global luxury travel buyers to an unrivalled collection of international travel experiences.

ILTM also invites editors and journalists to attend these events to gather information about the world’s most sought after destinations, luxurious accommodation and unique travel experiences as well as attend valuable, knowledge-led education sessions.

Media accreditation for all ILTM events is open only to senior editors, journalists and influencers within the following media within the following categories:

  • Luxury Travel Consumer Press
  • Luxury Consumer Press with influential travel sections
  • Travel Trade Media with specific luxury travel sections
  • Freelance Writers focusing on luxury travel with ongoing relationships with media as above
  • Luxury Travel bloggers and influencers
  • Leading newspapers with key travel sections or supplements
  • Radio stations with relevant formats on luxury travel
  • TV stations and production companies with relevant formats on luxury travel 

N.B. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee acceptance.

Accreditation is not permitted to: 

  • Publishers and members of publishing companies
  • Sales staff
  • Advertising and marketing staff
  • PR agencies and media companies
  • Photographers

Media registration will close 10 days before each event. All media are required to be prequalified and it is not possible to register onsite. ILTM reserves the right to refuse admission to all those who are not registered in advance of the show.