<p>In celebration of <a href="https://sdvisit.com/training-hospitality">National Travel &amp; Tourism Week 2026</a>&nbsp;(May 3-9, 2026), <strong>Travel South Dakota </strong>staff will be participating in a number of events across South Dakota, including <a href="https://sdvisit.com/training-hospitality/spring-customer-service-semina… Customer Service Seminars</a>, media appointments and Lit Swaps/Drops.</p>

<p>Travel South Dakota, in partnership with the South Dakota Retailers Association, is bringing in James T. Robilotta for the <strong>2026 Spring Customer Service Seminars&nbsp;</strong>(formerly Spring Hospitality Training). James will travel across South Dakota sharing his message with frontline workers in five communities. Anyone involved with a business relevant to the tourism industry is encouraged to attend the <strong>free</strong> trainings. Details will be available soon on the <a href="https://sdvisit.com/training-hospitality/spring-customer-service-semina… Customer Service Seminars</a>&nbsp;page.</p><p><strong>Tuesday, May 5</strong>&nbsp;– Rapid City and Hill City<br><strong>Wednesday, May 6</strong>&nbsp;– Chamberlain and Aberdeen<br><strong>Thursday, May 7</strong>&nbsp;– Sioux Falls</p>

<p>The April 2026 meeting of the <a href="https://sdvisit.com/about-us/governors-tourism-advisory-board">Governor… Tourism Advisory Board</a> will be held in Mitchell.</p>

<p>The October 2026 meeting of the <a href="https://sdvisit.com/about-us/governors-tourism-advisory-board">Governor… Tourism Advisory Board</a> will be held in Milbank.</p>

<p>The December 2026 meeting of the <a href="https://sdvisit.com/about-us/governors-tourism-advisory-board">Governor… Tourism Advisory Board</a> will be held in Pierre.</p>