GLDA

Tucson Show (Jan 31 - Feb 6, 2011):

The Gem Show held in Tucson, AZ each year in February is the largest gem show of its kind in the world with approximately 30 different shows being held at the same time. G.L.D.A. shows are the most prestigious of these shows with by far the largest number of quality foreign companies exhibiting with special emphasis on competitive gem pricing and direct source exhibitors.

Our show in Tucson has been located at the Radisson - City Center, and was established at this location for 26 years. In our efforts to improve the world renowned "Tucson Gem Show", we re-located our show in 2005 to the beautiful MARRIOTT STARR PASS RESORT. The amenities of the resort are un-paralleled in Southern Arizona, in addition to providing space for additional exhibit booths. This truly is "The Greatest Show On Earth".

The Gem and Lapidary Dealers Association, welcomes you to "The Greatest Gem Show in the World". G.L.D.A. is celebrating its third decade as the premier wholesale gem show in Tucson , Arizona .

G.L.D.A. is a firmly established, successful wholesale gem & jewelry show promotion company. For the past 30 years, our Tucson show has enjoyed a booming success growth rate. Our show has included 400 exhibit booths which is the maximum that this facility would accommodate. Our buyer attendance from the U.S. and around the world has increased even more rapidly. We have large numbers of foreign buyers and exhibitors who attend each year. We also have our own in-house rental expo company.

Our shows consist of the "best of the best". Wholesale dealers from around the world offering quality and value in merchandise including Gemstones (all kinds/colors/cuts), Pearls, Carvings, Jewelry including Fine Jewelry, Antique Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Designer Jewelry, and tools, equipment, etc. Our exhibitors come from all over the world - Asia, Africa, Europe, North/Central/South America - including but not limited to the countries of the United States , Canada , Australia , Japan , Brazil , Spain , Hong Kong , Russia , Germany , Peru , Sri Lanka , Thailand , etc. Included are groups from Germany , Sri Lanka , Hong Kong and more to participate in our show.

Why Exhibit?

Thousands of dealers in every imaginable gemstone, one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, estate jewelry, accessories, and products for everyone from the rock hound to the amateur jeweler, can be found at the G.L.D.A. Show. Deep discounts and the infinite variety attract the public to the dealers from every corner of the world: China, India, Indonesia, South Africa, West Africa, Australia, Poland, Russia, Canada, the American Southwest, and more.

If you have interest in becoming an exhibitor with G.L.D.A. Inc., please send an email to info@glda.com and a sales representative will contact you shortly or you can contact the main office of G.L.D.A.

Attention Buyers
Pre Registration for the Tucson Show has ended as of January 22, 2011.
We look forward to seeing you at the show.

Exhibitor Resource Center

Event Location:

J.W. Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa

3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd.

Tucson, AZ 85745

520.792.3500

Exhibitor Registration Click Here for Contract

The Buyer Kit:

Buyer Hotel Form, Buyer Registration Form

Exhibitor Service Manual:

Download a selection of the forms here (all are PDF files)

Exhibitor Kit Service Forms (PDF):

� Equipment Rental Form

� Lighting & Electrical Equipment Rental Form

� Showcase Rental Form

� Company/Logo Header Pole & Bar Package

� Hard Wall Rental Form

� Double Hard Wall Rental Form

� Equipment Invoice Form

� Credit Card Authorization Form

� Booth Layout Grid

� Exhibitor Hotel Reservation Form

� Furniture Table Cut Outs

� Showcase Cut Outs

� Exhibitor Merchandise Form

� Booth Sign Form

� Exhibitor Badge Form

� Material Handling Form

� Exhibit Material Shipping Labels

� Website Banner Information

� Marriott Center Entire Layout

International Guests

Prefer to book via telephone? Our friendly and knowledgeable agents are ready to take your calls Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM- 5:00PM ET

at 301.294.1640 Ext. 351 or info@glda.com.

For any International Buyers that need an invitation letter or Visa assistance, please send your request to: Brandy@glda.com

or you can fax a request to 301-294.0034.

Please include in the email:

- Full Name

- Company Name

- Passport Number

- Address

- Email Address

Apply early for your visa. U.S. Consular Services suggests that you begin the application process at least 60 days prior to your planned departure date. For additional information on the wait time to obtain an interview, contact the Consular Services of your local Embassy.

Be prepared to show proof that you have strong ties to your home country, and if possible, have proof that you have traveled internationally and have returned within the time restrictions of your visa. For more information, visit the Visa Section of travel.state.gov, an official source of information about United States visa policy and procedures.

120 Derwood Circle.

Rockville, MD 20850

info@glda.com

PHONE:

301-294-1640

520-792-9431

FAX:

301-294-0034

520-882-2836

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