2026 IFWTWA Conference
IFWTWA is pleased to announce that the 2026 Professional Development Conference will be in Milwaukee from October 18-22, 2026.
IFWTWA is the organization of choice for food, wine, and travel writers
The International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association creates programs and services to enhance professional development and facilitate networking while creating a marketplace for destinations, brands, and media professionals to collaborate. We strive to meet the dynamic needs of our writers’ community making a lasting impact on the careers of our members.
IFWTWA is the organization of choice for food, wine, and travel writers
The International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association creates programs and services to enhance professional development and facilitate networking while creating a marketplace for destinations, brands, and media professionals to collaborate. We strive to meet the dynamic needs of our writers’ community making a lasting impact on the careers of our members.
Membership Promotions:
For Regular Membership, which includes Journalist, bloggers, book writers, podcasters, photographers and more IFWTWA is offering to waive the $50 application fee.
For Associate Membership, which includes DMOs and PR, we are offering 50% off your first year’s membership. That is a $128 savings.
Offer good from November 28, 2025 - March 5, 2026.
2025 IFWTWA Excellence in Journalism
Congrats! Phil Thomas
His winning entry was ‘These European Islands Have 24 Hours of Daylight’.
2025 IFWTWA Photography Contest
Congrats! Therese Iknoian
Her winning entry was ‘Finding the Beat’.
Dennis Garrels
Historic Mission Resort + Club
Marni Patterson
Members Spotlight of the Month
FWT Article of the Month
Vya in Portland, Oregon: Sangria by the Glass, Paella by the Pan by David and Susan Greenberg
Photo of the Month: Crater Lake by Debbra Dunning Brouillette
This image of Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the United States and Oregon’s only National Park, captures the reflection of the blue sky, clouds, and mountains in one of the world’s clearest bodies of water. It was taken in September 2025 on my first trip to southern Oregon.
Upcoming Webinars
Shelby County Unbridled: Kentucky’s Bluegrass Gem
Join Cori Solomon and Susan Lanier-Graham, co-hosts with guest host Mason Warren, the Vice President of ShelbyKY Tourism as we uncover what makes of Shelby County a special place.
Tucked between Louisville and Lexington along the I-64 corridor, Shelby County, Kentucky, is one of the Bluegrass State’s best-kept secrets—and one of its most story-rich destinations. Join Mason Warren, Vice President of ShelbyKY Tourism, for an insider’s introduction to a community where world-class horse farms, Kentucky Bourbon Trail experiences, and genuine small-town hospitality converge in one place for a warm welcome, all year long. Mason will walk through what makes Shelby County a compelling destination for travel and food-and-beverage writers alike, from deep roots in the Saddlebred horse industry to a burgeoning agritourism scene, fantastic dining, and signature bourbon experiences. You’ll also get practical details on how to reach Shelby County from major travel hubs, making it easy to plan your next visit or pitch.
Wednesday May 5, 2026 11 am Pacific
Our 2026 Conference Sponsors
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