Travel Media Meetup -Birmingham 2026

By popular demand, Southern Routes & Roots – Travel Media Meetup is headed back to Birmingham!

Join us on Thursday, November 5, 2026, for an upbeat, highly productive afternoon created exclusively to help Southeast Tourism Society members meet the media, share fresh story ideas and shine a spotlight on their destinations.

From 2–5:30 p.m., you’ll connect face-to-face with travel journalists, editors, influencers and other media professionals who are actively looking for compelling stories on Southern destinations.

Why You’ll Want to Be in the Room

Meet the Media Who Matter
Enjoy one-on-one conversations with journalists, editors and influencers interested in discovering new destinations, experiences and travel trends.

Make Months of PR Connections in One Afternoon
Skip the endless contact research, cold pitching and scheduling. We bring media and destinations together in one room so you can learn what journalists are looking for, share timely story ideas and start relationships that can lead to future coverage.

Give Your PR Efforts an Extra Boost
Whether you have an in-house team, partner with an agency or handle PR yourself, this event complements your existing efforts by offering valuable face time with multiple media contacts—without the time and expense of arranging individual deskside meetings.

Tap Into the Birmingham Media Market
Past events have attracted representatives from sought-after regional and national outlets, including Southern Living, Birmingham Home & Garden, Birmingham Lifestyle, Good Grit, Magnolia and Moonshine, Taste of the South, Southern Lady, Birmingham Parent, Country Living and more.

Support the Southeast Tourism Industry
A portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Southeast Tourism Society and support its continued work on behalf of tourism professionals across the region.

Your Registration Includes

• One-on-one engagement with approximately 15–20 journalists and influencers
• Direct access to attending media contacts
• A 6-foot display table for networking and showcasing your destination
• Registration for one destination representative
• The option to add a second representative for $350
• The opportunity to feature an authentic product, signature experience or unique item from your destination
• A high-energy, time-efficient format designed to help you make meaningful connections in just one afternoon

Birmingham asked for an encore—and we can’t wait to bring destinations and media back together!

Space is limited, so reserve your spot and get ready to connect, pitch and inspire.