A Summer Affair Celebrating 30 Years of Visit USA UK & the Countdown to USA 250

Loving the Jacket Keith.

Travelbiz was delighted to join the celebrations at the magnificent Hurlingham Club, London, as Visit USA UK marked an incredible 30 years of promoting travel to the USA, while also looking ahead to the historic USA 250 celebrations in 2026.

Don Shearer was honoured to be the guest of Julie Greenhill, Keith and James from GEC Travel Representation, proudly representing Philadelphia CVB, for an unforgettable summer evening filled with industry networking, destination inspiration and a shared passion for promoting travel across the United States.

The annual Visit USA Summer Affair once again brought together leading destinations, airlines, attractions, tourism partners and travel professionals from both sides of the Atlantic, celebrating the strength of the UK and Irish travel trade and the enduring appeal of the USA.

Flying the Irish flag with pride were Ivan Beacom (Aer Lingus) and Edel Redmond (Dublin Airport), whose support as principal sponsors helped raise vital funds during the charity auction for Just a Drop, an incredible organisation that has transformed the lives of millions worldwide by providing access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene.

Adding to the excitement, guests gathered early to experience a taste of the USA’s biggest sporting stage as Visit USA UK, in partnership with the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, screened England v DR Congo live from Atlanta—one of the host cities for the upcoming FIFA World Cup—bringing a real flavour of the city’s famous Southern hospitality and World Cup atmosphere to London.

With the countdown now well underway to America’s 250th Anniversary in 2026, excitement continues to build across the travel industry for what promises to be a landmark year of celebrations, events and unforgettable travel experiences throughout the United States.

A huge thank you to Julie Greenhill, Keith, James, Visit USA UK, and everyone involved in another outstanding Summer Affair. We look forward to bringing you much more from the road to USA 250.

See you in America!

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