Hot springs resort owners and operators will meet in Glenwood Springs, Colorado in May, 2025
March 27, 2025, Glenwood Springs, CO – Owners and operators of thermal mineral pools, spas and resorts from across the globe will meet at the Hotel Colorado on May 8-10, 2025 for the sixth Hot Springs Connection conference. Since its inaugural event in 2018, the Hot Springs Connection Conference remains the only conference in the U.S. specifically designed for the hot springs industry. This premier event will once again take place in Glenwood Springs, home to three spectacular hot spring destinations, all boasting recent renovations and expansions.
“Returning to Glenwood Springs, where the very first Hot Springs Connection Conference was held, is a signature experience for our attendees,” said Jessica Meath, Executive Director for the Hot Springs Association. With its rich thermal spa history and striking geological features, Glenwood Springs is an iconic hot springs destination. “This historic geothermal location provides the perfect setting for reconnecting, sharing industry insights, and celebrating the growth of our community.”
Glenwood Springs is home to two National Natural Landmarks—Iron Mountain Hot Springs and Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park—both of which participants will have the opportunity to tour during the conference. Other highlights include exclusive tours of Glenwood Hot Springs Resort—the world’s largest hot springs pool—and inspiring experiences at Yamah Spa and Vapor Caves, one of the world’s only natural vapor caves.
With expert-led sessions, immersive tours, and an unparalleled opportunity to network with industry leaders, this event is the ultimate resource for anyone shaping the future of hot springs destinations. A comprehensive range of topics will be covered by over 35 speakers or facilitators, including:
- Construction strategies and materials
- Fundraising
- How purpose drives profits
- Hot springs property updates highlighting new construction, expansions, renovations, and restoration projects
- Geothermal innovation
- Marketing
- AI
- Recovering from a disaster
- Risk Management
- Stewardship
- The design process
Water designation
Sessions and presentations will be held at the Hotel Colorado. Exhibitors, vendors, suppliers and consultants will be available throughout the entire event to discuss and demonstrate various products and services. Registration is $947-$1197 per person for Hot Springs Association members and $1597 for non-members. For additional information, go to https://hotspringsassociation.com/hot-springs-connection-conference.
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ABOUT HOT SPRINGS CONNECTION
Established in 2018, the Hot Springs Connection is the only conference in the United States designed specifically for hot springs owners, operators, general managers, facilities directors, and industry professionals. The purpose of the event is to provide networking opportunities, seminars and workshops for commercial mineral pools, spas and resorts. Previous events have been held in Palm Springs/Desert Hot Springs, California (2019), Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort in Paradise, Montana (2021), Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas (2022), and Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, California (2024).
Media Contact:
Jessica Meath, Executive Director
Hot Springs Association
jessica@hotspringsassociation.com
970-456-3162