In this context, Travel2latam spoke with Patricia Brewer, Business Development of the company GTSE, Global Tourism, Sport & Entertainment.
Patricia, we would like you to explain to us about the company.
We are GTSE, a sports provider and inbound tourism operator in the United States, and beyond. We are globally, we are pleased to say that we are the official ambassador of sports and tourism for the USA and the most important tourism fair in the USA, which is this IPW.
We are the solution for all sporting events. That is our specialty, we work with all sporting events such as sports leagues such as MLS, NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, Formula 1, US Open, Miami Open, Nascar Cup.
What do they cover in entertainment?
We specialize in sports, but little by little we try to be consistent with everything our clients have been asking us for. We have expanded our portfolio, so now we are also offering concerts and music festivals, for example. We also have ski packages, we can offer Broadway or the Cirque du Soleil which sells very well. We have mini excursions here, for example a very famous one is the one that leaves from New York City to Washington. We also go to the Grand Canyon which is a favorite.
I see you have hotels too...
Correct, we can sell them tickets to sporting events or we can make sports packages and experiences. These packages can include both transfers and hotel. There are people who prefer furnished apartments, that would also be an option, along with attractions and restaurants. Another of our specialties is putting together VIP packages. In this case it could be a box in the stadium, an autograph jersey signing experience, a meet and greet with a player. It depends on the client's needs, since we package them according to their preference.
The golf topic is covered, right?
Yes, even everything you don't see that has to do with sports we still have it. As we say, we don't like to say no, we like to make everyone smile and be able to meet their needs, so always ask if we can help you.
The company is global, where are they based?
The headquarters is in New York, but we are in all 50 states. I always like to mention it because people name cities like Miami, New York, Los Angeles a lot, but it is important for them to know that we operate in each of the 50 states. Just like we are global, in America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Australia.
Right now we are very excited about what is coming for the Copa América, we have the World Cup in 2026, we are managing Champions, Copa América, Formula One that was now in Miami. Formula One sold very well in Miami as well and we have done different events in other parts of the world.
And how are they promoted?
Our great letter of introduction is to be the official ambassadors of IPW and of all tourism in the US. And we are at the different shows so that people know about us.