What’s On

Exhibition

Step into the world of hotel interiors and immerse yourself in the products, services, and solutions shaping the next generation of hospitality spaces.

Whether you’re sourcing for upcoming projects or simply checking out what’s new to the market, you can explore our 250 exhibitors and product showcase displays that supply to hotels, resorts, and island destinations across the Southern States and CALA regions.

Attendees will also benefit from a range of exhibiting cross-sector suppliers at the co-located Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas.

Education

The schedule of content at HRDS, brought to you by our official Conference & Workshop partner; NEWH, and accredited by the International Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) to collect CEUs, provides a platform for the discussion of the industry’s most pressing topics.

This year’s program explores the evolving topics, trends and projects transforming hospitality design – from brand strategy and sustainability to the influence of regional identity across the Southern States, Caribbean, and LATAM.

Through a range of dynamic discussions, interactive Lunch & Learns, Meet the Brand Q&As, and real-world case studies, you’ll come away inspired, informed, and with the tools to stay ahead in hotel design and guest experience.

Speakers include: Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Four Seasons, The Loren Hotels, Grupo Vidanta, Experiential Hospitality, Curioso, YSA Design, OBMI, and many more.

Connection

HRDS’ itinerary of networking experiences is strategically engineered strengthen connections across the hotel design community, and to spark conversations that lead to collaboration. 

Highlights include:

CSI Opening PartySponsored by Bourne Group, Aros Marine, Kaune, and Andriali Contract.
Begin your show experience in style and celebration by stepping into a unique art gallery and making valuable introductions with VIPs, exhibitors, and press.

Speed Networking
Curated 1:1 meetings between VIP attendees and our exhibitors, matching active specifiers with the hotel interiors supply chain.

Happy Hour  –  Sponsored by Almaco
Taking place on the show floor, Happy Hour is free-to-attend for all attendees. Join us in raising a glass to the hotel design community.

After Hours
Held at a secret location, this invite-only social is where business meets buzz, combining exclusivity, a dynamic atmosphere, and high-value networking away from the show floor.

NEWH Lunch & Learn
This focused session and networking lunch will bring together industry peers across land-based and marine design to explore one of the industry’s biggest brands in the hospitality design landscape.

Collage Art Workshop 
Put your creativity to the test and add a spark to your event experience with our exclusive Collage Art Workshop. VIP attendees and exhibitors will team up to create unique mood boards using materials from our exhibitors. Get inspired and enjoy this collaborative and informal challenge

Wellness Program
 Start your morning with a boost of endorphins from a 5k run along South Beach and a beach HIIT class with ocean views to rooftop sunrise yoga, keeping you energised and focused throughout the day.

Show Floor Activations 

Show App Discovery Trail – Sponsored by SD Marine 
Introducing the Discovery Trail, your smarter way to explore HRDS. This new app-led experience guides you to must-see exhibitors, product launches, sustainable solutions, and key networking moments – helping you make the most of your time on the show floor. Scan check-points, collect points, and climb the leader board for the chance to win a $500 Amazon voucher, awarded at the end of day 2 by SD Marine Interiors.
Available for VIP and Press badge holders only.

Sustainable Materials Library – in partnership with Cruise & Ferry Interiors and Sustainable Design Summit
A curated collection of innovative samples including recycled, circular, lightweight, and certified materials, designed to make responsible sourcing easier. Located in the Cruise & Ferry VIP Lounge.

Design Deck
Step into the Design Decka curated space on the show floor celebrating the design studios behind some of the industry’s most compelling projects. Through visual storytelling and displays, and short, focused talks, four leading design studios will give visitors a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the thinking, process, and detail behind their projects.