Midwest Travel Journalists Association Fall Conference in Eau Claire, WI
September 16-20, 2026
Welcome to Eau Claire, and welcome to the Midwest Travel Journalists Association Fall Conference! We’re thrilled to host travel journalists and industry professionals from across the Midwest. This page is your go-to guide for planning your time here—highlighting local restaurants, attractions, outdoor adventures, and a few Eau Claire favorites worth discovering between conference sessions.
Registration opens May 1, 2026
Meet Your Host Hotel
Transportation
Getting to Eau Claire is easy whether you're flying into Minneapolis or the local airport. Shuttle options are available from both airports to the host hotel.
From Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Flying into Minneapolis? Shuttle service is available between MSP and Eau Claire.
- Cost: $45 each way (includes a $9 conference discount)
- Destination: The The Lismore Hotel Eau Claire – a DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Eau Claire
- Travel time: Approximately 1.5 hours
From Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU)
If you're flying into the local airport in Eau Claire:
- Complimentary shuttle service will be provided
- Transportation is available to and from the host hotel