As you know, the Bright Lights of Las Vegas will illuminate IAAPA Attractions Expo 2009 November 16-20 for the first time in the event's 90-year history.

While you make preparations to attend and receive inquiries from your members about the expo, we want to make sure you are aware of all the opportunities available so you and your members don't miss The Only Show that Outshines Las Vegas!

• 28,000 people from 100 countries, in all industry segments, will attend.

• Attendees will see more than 1,100 exhibitors in 120 product categories.

• More than 100 educational and networking sessions will be offered to gain knowledge and business connections.

• You can find complete event information in the Digital Event Guide, with overview translations in nine languages. You can also plan your day at the expo using our Event Planner, or search for exhibitors using our Virtual Trade Show.

• If you are planning on bringing a group of five or more associates to IAAPA Attractions Expo 2009, if this is your first time to Las Vegas and you are not sure what to do, or if you have been to Las Vegas before but this time you do not want to plan your group's itinerary, then the Global Delegation Trip is for you.

• IAAPA has offered an unprecedented series of limited time registration promotions throughout the summer season and will continue into the fall. Register now online or complete the registration form!

• If your association is planning on bringing a group of new buyers to the expo, you may qualify to receive a limited number of complimentary VIP passes for your buyer delegation. Please contact me directly to request them by October 2nd.

• Las Vegas is more budget-friendly than ever, with affordable airfare, hotels, and meals - making your trip more economical than ever before. IAAPA has secured excellent rates in 22 hotels.

• If you have a web site, you may want to post the expo logo or banner on the site. IAAPA will post continuous updates leading towards and onsite at the expo on its social media networks.

Visit IAAPA's blog In The Queue, join IAAPA's Facebook and LinkedIn groups, and follow it in Twitter. If you blog or use other social media networks, please reference or link to the expo web site (www.iaapa.org/iaapaattractionsexpo).