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Ocala. September 25 & 26, 2027.
A two-day consumer show beside the Ocala Home & Garden Expo. Travelers aged 55 to 75 come to plan their next trip face to face.
- DatesSeptember 25 & 26, 2027
- VenueWorld Equestrian Center, Building Expo 1
- Address1598 NW 87th Court Rd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA
- Hosted withOcala Home & Garden Expo
Two days,
one audience.
What visitors
walk into.
The Ocala Home & Garden
Expo audience.
The World of Travel Expo joins the Ocala Home & Garden Expo to bring a curated showcase of travel and tourism exhibitors to a highly qualified audience that is already planning and discovering.
The Ocala Home & Garden Expo is a premier regional event in Central Florida. It draws thousands of consumers focused on home improvement, outdoor living and lifestyle, and many of them are deeply interested in travel and leisure.
- AgePredominantly 45+, with a strong concentration between 55 and 75
- Life stagePre-retirees, retirees and empty nesters
- HomeownershipEstablished homeowners investing in their properties
- IncomeMiddle-to-upper income households, commonly $75K to $150K+
- Where fromOcala plus Marion, Lake and Sumter counties and the northern Orlando suburbs
The Villages
effect.
A defining part of the audience comes from The Villages and surrounding retirement communities, one of the most desirable consumer segments in the US.
- Age 55+, with high rates of retirement or semi-retirement
- Financially secure, often supported by investments, pensions and home equity
- Highly active and socially engaged, and frequent attendees of events and expos
- Focused on leisure, recreation and travel
Why this audience
books travel.
Time and flexibility
Frequent travelers with flexible schedules.
Higher spend
Higher per-trip spending than younger demographics.
Cruises, tours, culture
Strong interest in cruises, guided tours, cultural travel and extended stays.
Trusted brands
A preference for trusted brands and personalized service.
Lifestyle-driven
Consumers who value comfort, new experiences and in-person discovery.
Books in person
High likelihood of booking after in-person engagement.
What to
expect.
Global exhibitor showcase
An exhibition floor with participating countries and regions, showing tourism highlights, investment opportunities, cultural heritage and trade offerings.
Networking
Meet industry leaders, tourism boards, trade organizations and government representatives.
Panels and workshops
Expert-led sessions on sustainable tourism, emerging travel markets, eco-innovation, destination marketing and global trade trends.
Culture and cuisine
Live demonstrations, tastings and performances from the participating nations.
Sustainability
Best practice in responsible tourism, green travel and sustainable development.
Cruise and travel authorities
Perspectives from cruise port authorities, tourism ministries and industry stakeholders.
Investment
New business and partnership opportunities across travel, trade and hospitality.
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