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# The Phocuswright Conference 2026 (Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach): Booth Costs, Walkable Hotels, Hall Map & Floor Guide

## 6-URL Hub & Spoke Silo Directory
- **Parent Hub (Overview):** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point
- **Spoke #1 — Registration & Badge Prices:** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point/registration
- **Spoke #2 — Walkable Hotels, GSA Rates & Parking:** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point/hotels
- **Spoke #3 — Booth Cost, Drayage & $3,995 CloudBooth™:** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point/booth-cost
- **Spoke #4 — Exhibitor List, Hall Map & Attendee Seniority:** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point/exhibitors
- **Spoke #5 — Sponsorship Menu, VIP Steakhouse Buyouts & TrueVenue™:** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point/sponsorship
- **Canonical Host Venue Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/las-vegas-convention-center

- **Dates:** Nov 16–19, 2026 (Next Edition: Nov 2–5, 2027)
- **Host Venue:** Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach (https://conventions.com/venues/las-vegas-convention-center)
- **Attendance:** 1,200+ B2B Attendees
- **Exhibitor Footprint:** 66+ Exhibiting Brands & Sponsors (Official PHOCUS 2026 Exhibitor & Floorplan Portal)
- **Industry:** Software, Cloud & AI • Travel Technology & Distribution
- **Labor Jurisdiction:** Union Jurisdiction (General Contractor: Freeman · IBEW Local 357 · Teamsters Local 631)
- **Canonical URL:** https://conventions.com/events/the-phocuswright-conference-dana-point

## Proprietary Zestimate & ShowScore™ Benchmarks
- **ShowScore™:** 9.2/10 · **VenueScore™:** 8.4/10
- **TrueAttend™ (4-Day Attendee Estimate):** $1,541 all-in ($50 early-bird badge + 3 nights walkable hotel at $342/nt out-the-door + $340 round-trip airfare + $125 airport/monorail/Loop transfers)
- **Corridor Surge™ Index:** 5.3/10 (+106% citywide surge — $342–$412/nt show week vs. $159/nt off-peak; FY2026 GSA Per-Diem cap $147/nt + $86/day M&IE)
- **TrueBooth™ (10×10 All-In Exhibitor Estimate):** $11,450 all-in ($2,695 raw space at $26.95/sq ft member / $39.95/sq ft non-member + ~12 CWT Freeman drayage + IBEW Local 357 15A power + 3 staff × 4 nights hotel → Save ~25% ($2,889) to $8,561 w/ 3 Local Las Vegas EAC Bids, or $0 Down • $780/mo Net-60 Post-Show)
- **Zero-Drayage Turnkey CloudBooth™:** $3,995 Turnkey (10×10 local Las Vegas inventory stored 10 mins from LVCC; $0 Freeman drayage)

## Executive Summary
The Phocuswright Conference brings 1,200+ B2B professionals and buyers in Travel Technology & Distribution to Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in Dana Point, CA (Nov 16–19, 2026). The premier B2B event for the global travel industry, focusing on technology, innovation, and strategic distribution. Confirmed sponsors and exhibitors include Expedia Group.

## Official Show Sponsors & Tiered Sponsorship Ledger
- **Expedia Group** (expediagroup.com — Platinum / Diamond, $35,000 – $85,000): Sponsor & Exhibitor • Lounge A

## Notable Exhibitors, Sponsors & Keynote Tracks
- **Floor Pavilions:** Travel Technology & Distribution Solutions Pavilion • Enterprise Software, Automation & AI Zone • New Product Innovation & Demo Stage • Executive VIP Briefing & Deal Suites
- **Keynote Tracks:** 2026–2027 Software, Cloud & AI Executive Outlook • Travel Technology & Distribution Operations, Procurement & ROI • Regulatory Compliance, Supply Chain & Market Benchmarks
- **Expedia Group** (Platinum / Diamond (Lounge A) — Travel Technology & Distribution): Island Booth & Keynote Sponsor

## Walkable Corridor Hotels
- **Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino** (undefined) — ~$360/nt show week vs. ~$119/nt off-peak (Limited (<15%))
- **Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel (Non-Gaming Marriott)** (undefined) — ~$460/nt show week vs. ~$189/nt off-peak (Limited (<15%))
- **Residence Inn Las Vegas Convention Center** (undefined) — ~$415/nt show week vs. ~$169/nt off-peak (Limited (<15%))
- **Courtyard by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center** (undefined) — ~$395/nt show week vs. ~$159/nt off-peak (Available)
- **Fontainebleau Las Vegas** (undefined) — ~$510/nt show week vs. ~$239/nt off-peak (Overflow Block Open)
- **Resorts World Las Vegas (Hilton / Conrad / Crockfords)** (undefined) — ~$380/nt show week vs. ~$165/nt off-peak (Available)
- **Wynn & Encore Las Vegas** (undefined) — ~$590/nt show week vs. ~$279/nt off-peak (Limited (<15%))
- **The Venetian Resort & The Palazzo** (undefined) — ~$540/nt show week vs. ~$249/nt off-peak (Limited (<15%))
- **SAHARA Las Vegas (Per-Diem & Monorail Anchor)** (undefined) — ~$190/nt show week vs. ~$79/nt off-peak (Available)
- **Harrah's & The LINQ Las Vegas** (undefined) — ~$210/nt show week vs. ~$85/nt off-peak (Available)

## Private Client Dining & VIP Buyout Venues
- **Piero's Italian Cuisine** (Classic Executive Italian, $$$) — 4-min walk across Convention Center Dr · Capacity: 6 Private Rooms (12–90) • 345 Full Buyout · Min: $2,500–$9,500 PDR • $42,000+ Full Buyout
- **Siegel's Bagelmania (Convention Center Flagship)** (NY Deli & Executive Breakfast Buyouts, $$) — 2-min walk adjacent to LVCC West Hall · Capacity: Private Room (20–45) • Patio • 220 Full Buyout · Min: $1,400–$3,800 Breakfast PDR • $15,000+ Buyout
- **Don's Prime (Fontainebleau Las Vegas)** (Prime Steakhouse, $$$$) — 7-min walk / Vegas Loop from LVCC West · Capacity: Private Dining Room (10–24) • 176 Full Buyout · Min: $4,500–$7,500 Board PDR • $48,000+ Buyout
- **Mother Wolf (Fontainebleau Las Vegas)** (Roman Heritage Italian, $$$$) — 7-min walk / Vegas Loop from LVCC West · Capacity: 2 Private Rooms (16–52) • 260 Full Buyout · Min: $4,000–$12,500 PDR • $55,000+ Full Buyout
- **Papi Steak (Fontainebleau Las Vegas)** (High-Energy Steakhouse & Lounge, $$$$) — 7-min walk from LVCC West Hall · Capacity: Private Room (24–70) • 310 Full Reception Buyout · Min: $6,500–$18,000 Semi-Private • $65,000+ Buyout
- **KOMODO (Fontainebleau Las Vegas)** (Southeast Asian & Peking Duck, $$$$) — 7-min walk from LVCC West Hall · Capacity: Private Suites (18–65) • 320 Multi-Level Buyout · Min: $4,500–$15,000 PDR • $60,000+ Full Buyout

## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### How much does a 10x10 booth cost at The Phocuswright Conference in Dana Point?
A standard 10×10 inline booth at The Phocuswright Conference (Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, Dana Point) typically runs $10,200–$12,800 all-in when factoring raw booth space, drayage, electrical drops, and carpet. Exhibitors can lock our locally warehoused $3,995 Zero-Drayage Turnkey CloudBooth™ or compare 3 local Dana Point EAC booth bids to save 40%–52%.

### Where should exhibitors and attendees stay near Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach for The Phocuswright Conference?
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is surrounded by 14,800+ rooms (walk / Loop / 1 Monorail stop) anchored by Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The FY2026/27 federal GSA per-diem cap for Dana Point is $173/night lodging and $86/day M&IE. Contact Sara Chaval at the Conventions.com Housing Desk ((702) 576-1312) for 10+ room blocks with resort fees waived.