2026 REEA Diamond DREI Summit

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by 1/17/26

Margaritaville Beach Resort - South Padre Island, TX
January 15–17, 2026

Join us for our 2026 REEA Diamond DREI Summit!

January 16-17, 2026

REEA Diamond DREI Annual Summit is open to all REEA DREI's, Candidates and anyone wanting to learn more about becoming a REEA Diamond DREI. 

REMINDER: As stated in the REEA Diamond DREI Policies and Procedures Manual, Section III. Designation Renewal "Active REEA DREI Status" c. REEA DREI Summit:  Upon the third and each subsequent renewal, each REEA DREI shall attend at least one (1) REEA DREI Summit in the three (3) years immediately prior to renewal.

If you have any questions, please contact REEA Headquarters at Kris@REEA.org.

Schedule

Thursday January 15 Welcome
This is a tentative agenda for 2026!
6:00–7:00 pm Welcome to South Padre Island, TX
 
Friday January 16 All day Sessions
7:00–8:00 am Continental Breakfast
Included
8:00 am–12:00 pm Sessions
TBA
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch
Included
1:00–5:00 pm Candidate Video Breakout Sessions
 
Saturday January 17 All day Sessions
7:00–8:00 am Continental Breakfast
Included
8:00 am–12:00 pm Sessions
TBA
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch
Included
1:00–5:00 pm Sessions
TBA
5:00–6:00 pm Celebration & Awards

Hotel Information

Margaritaville Beach Resort, South Padre Island, TX

310 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, Texas 78597
Phone: +1 956-761-6551

Use this Special discounted Registration Link 

When calling ask for Group Code: 7531953

Texas Attitude With a Tropical Latitude

Nestled on the sands of one of the most picturesque beaches in America, Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island offers travelers a tropical twist on Texas tourism -- no passport required. Here, you'll enjoy premium accommodations, delicious dining, beachside bars, and guest-first amenities designed to help you ease into a tropical state of mind.  

This refreshing retreat awaits you at the southern edge of stunning South Padre, with a prime oceanside location overlooking the Gulf Coast. There's no better spot in the Lone Star State for unwinding poolside, soaking up some sun, digging into fantastic food, and sipping our namesake frozen beverage as you feel your cares wash out with the tide.

Book your Hotel Room:

Special Rates range from $129 - $209 depending on the room you choose.  All rates are good through Monday, December 21, 2025, 5pm CST.  After date, we cannot guarantee special pricing.

Check-in/out Time:
Hotel check-in time is 4:00 pm; check-out time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before 4:00 pm will be accommodated as rooms become available.

Guest rooms departing after the posted 11am check-out time may be liable for a late check-out charge.Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes currently 17% (.5% beach renourishment, 8.5% CVB, 6% State Sales Tax, 2% Venue), WAIVED daily resort fees ($25.00 per day) and any other assessments in effect at the time of checkout. All are subject to change without notice

Area Information

Local Guide for Margaritaville:  South Padre Island Attractions | Margaritaville Beach Resort

Visit South Padre Island

Transportation Information

Area Airports

Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) The closest airport to South Padre Island, Texas. It's located in Brownsville, Texas, and is approximately 22 miles from the island. Several airlines, including American and United, serve this airport. 700 Amelia Earhart Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521

Valley International Airport, Harlingenm TX 3002 Heritage Way, Harlingen, TX 78550 approximately 45 miles

Attire Information

Business Casual

Cancellation Policy

2026 REEA DREI Summit Registration Cancellation Policy:

  • All cancellation requests must be in writing with the reason for cancellation and sent to REEA Headquarters via email to Kris@REEA.org.
  • Cancellations received prior to midnight on November 30, 2025 will receive a full refund.
  • There is a $100.00 cancellation fee for all cancellations received after December 1, 2025.
  • There is no refund for cancellations received after December 31, 2025.

Due to unforseen changes with the CDC and REEA needs to cancel/postpone this event, your Registration fee will be returned. All other costs involved with your travel, lodging and/or any other expenses incurred by you is your responsibility.   REEA, REEA Diamond DREI Leadership Council and REEA's Board of Directors have the right to make changes to these policies at anytime.  If you need to cancel your registration due to reasons of illness, etc. you must submit a letter in writing requesting a full refund with your reason why.  Again, all other costs involved with your travel, lodging and/or any other expenses incurred by you is your responsibility.  

Nationwide Event Inclement Weather Policy:

Since REEA makes financial obligations based on the number of registrations and exhibitor spaces sold for events, registration fees cannot be refunded unless the event is cancelled by REEA due to inclement weather and a registrant's written request is received within 14 days of the event start date. If REEA cancels the event due to weather, REEA will issue a credit for the registrant upon written request, which may be applied within twelve (12) months either to the next scheduled REEA Conference or another REEA event. All requests for credit must be in writing and emailed/mailed to the REEA Office at the address below with appropriate proof of travel cancellation within 14 days of the event's start date.

No refunds will be given for cancellations due to weather if the event itself is not cancelled. REEA will not refund any travel expenses that may be incurred under any circumstances.  All requests for cancellation refunds must be in writing and emailed/mailed to the REEA Office at the address below within 14 days of the event start date with appropriate proof of travel cancellation.  All refunds due to an illness, injury, death or emergency will be considered on a case by case basis by the REEA Executive Director.

Acceptance: Your Name, city, state, phone and email will be avaible to all REEA Members as an attendee of this Summit.

Inquiries and Questions are to be sent to:

Real Estate Educators Association
Kris Inman, National Executive Director
Kris@REEA.org 
REEA Headquarters
7739 E. Broadway, #337 | Tucson, AZ 85710 | 520.609.2380

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by 1/17/26

Registration Information

Attending the entire event.

Type Fee
REEA Diamond DREI Summit Early Bird before 12/1/2025
This fee applies to all REEA members who registers before 12/1/2025.
Available 06/23/2025 to 11/30/2025 only
$349.00
Guest ONLY Registration
All REEA and REEA DREI members may register 1 guest which includes meals. Your guest cannot be a member of REEA.
Available 06/23/2025 to 12/01/2025 only
$250.00

Register before:12/1/25 to avoid late registration fees.
Late Registration Fee:$100.00
Registration closes on:1/17/26

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Sponsorship of activities by vendors or regulated entities at this conference or meeting shall not be construed as an endorsement by REEA of the sponsoring entity or of the products, services, policies or positions. The sponsorship is not intended by the vendor or regulated entity, nor should it be construed by anyone, to influence the decisions of REEA and its representatives.

 

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