2025 THIA Annual Conference
April 27 - 30, 2025
For THIA’s 2025 Annual Conference, we journey to Palm Springs, California from April 27th to April 30th, 2025.
Palm Springs is a desert oasis located in sunny, southern California offering something for everyone! With stunning mountain views, warm weather and unique architecture, Palm Springs creates an inviting atmosphere to both relax and engage more creatively.
Beyond the conference, Palm Springs offers a wide range of recreational activities such as golf, hiking, and spa services. Speaking of which, our host hotel is the iconic JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa offering an elevated level of luxury. We’re also excited to announce that our well-attended golf tournament returns this year at this venue on Monday, April 28th thanks to sponsorship from Airmed International!
Against this breathtaking desert backdrop, the conference will feature an exciting roster of speakers, ample opportunities to network with colleagues in the industry, and free time to explore much of what this legendary destination has to offer!
We are curating an essential-learning program of industry topics and emerging themes featuring thought leaders and insurance experts related to cost-containment, Canada’s regulatory landscape, women in leadership, visitors to Canada, medical transport and much more!
Some of our speakers include:
- Jill McCutcheon, Partner, Torys LLP
- Elliott Silverstein, Director, Government Relations, CAA
- Dale Buckner, CEO, Global Guardian
- Alan Mallory, Author and Performance Coach
- Melanie Muise, President, Personal Lines & Travel Insurance at Navacord
HOST HOTEL
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa | Palm Springs, California
74-855 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Watch this short video of our conference hotel: https://vimeo.com/933821618/3158dc2f64
This extraordinary destination resort has offerings for all interests. Relax at one of five resort pools or schedule a day of renewal at the award-winning Spa at Desert Springs. Hit the links on one of its two Ted Robinson-designed, championship golf courses, play a set at the Desert Springs Tennis Club, or game on at the JW Entertainment Zone.
THIA has secured a hotel room rate of USD$289 per night plus applicable taxes and service charges. ** Please note: The Stagecoach Music Festival will be held in Palm Springs on the weekend of April 26-27 and rooms at the hotel are very limited on Saturday night. Bookings may only be available from Sunday onward, so we encourage conference attendees to book their travel to arrive on Sunday, if possible.**
Hotel Booking Link: https://book.passkey.com/e/50907105
SPONSORSHIP
Participation in THIA’s Annual Conference speaks to your commitment to sharing knowledge and enhancing the consumer experience of travel health insurance. Sponsorship is also an effective way to promote your company's brand and support of our industry and association.
There are limited opportunities available. To learn more, we invite you to contact Brad Dance via bdan@tugo.com.
REGISTRATION REFUNDS
The following cancellation penalties apply:
- 100% refund until Wednesday, March 1st, 2025, less $150 administration fee
- 50% refund from Thursday, March 2nd to Friday, March 31st, 2025
Please note: No refunds are available on or after Saturday, April 1st, 2025.
We strongly encourage you to ensure appropriate travel insurance coverage as we are unable to consider registration refunds outside of the above noted policy.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIA’S FLIGHT DISCOUNTS
Please note: The Stagecoach Music Festival will be held in Palm Springs on the weekend of April 26-27 and rooms at the hotel are very limited on Saturday night. Bookings may only be available from Sunday onward, so we encourage conference attendees to book their travel to arrive on Sunday, if possible.
Air Canada
www.aircanada.com
Promotion Code Box: TPRRDVG1
Applicable Rules
- The booking is to be made to/from the following city: Palm Springs, PSP (US)
- The travel period begins Friday, April 18, 2025 and ends Friday, May 09, 2025.
- Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
- For North America 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel' 10% on standard fares & higher
United Airlines
Use this booking link or call (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance. Fees are waived for meeting reservations.
Discount Code: ZQQD631360
Mileage Plus members still earn miles for their travel when using the meeting discount codes.