New Research Shows Packages Remain Popular Among Families

February 19, 2009 / NTA News

According to Ascent MI’s Leisure Travel Monitor, packaged travel remains a popular choice for families. Packages accounted for the majority of trips taken last summer, with the greater part of travelers staying 14 nights.

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Webinar on Updates for European Visa Waiver Program Countries

February 18, 2009 / NTA News

There will be a free Webinar Tuesday, Feb. 24, to update travel professionals on current U.S. regulations for European Visa Waiver Program countries. Presenters from many U.S. government agencies, including US-VISIT and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, will provide updates on what travelers need to know to prepare for their visit to the United States, from pre-departure and the Electronic System for Travel Authorization through the entry and exit process.

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Tuesday Newsletter – Feb. 17, 2009

February 17, 2009 / NTA News

Leadership Team Continues Work from 2008, Explores New Topics | Webinar on Updates for European Visa Waiver Program Countries | Last Call to Register for the 2009 Grassroots Symposium

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Photography Submissions

February 17, 2009 / NTA News

Courier welcomes photography submissions from all member categories. Photos submitted for Courier should be in .tif or .jpg format and at least 300 dpi. File size should be at least five megabytes in order for the image to maintain the resolution it needs when it goes to press. CDs are our most workable format.

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NTA Headquarters Closed on Monday

February 16, 2009 / NTA News

NTA Headquarters is closed Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of the U.S. Presidents’ Day. The office will reopen on Tuesday.

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Deadline to Register for Best of Britain Extended

February 12, 2009 / NTA News

The deadline to get registered for the Best of Britian Product Development Trip has been extended to Feb. 18. Don’t miss this opportunity to take part in this tour, put together by VisitBritain and its partners. NTA tour operators can not only experience the beauty of both England and Scotland, but also attend one of Britain’s premier travel marketplaces – The Best of Britain and Ireland Travel Trade Forum.

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Tuesday Newsletter – Feb. 10, 2009

February 10, 2009 / NTA News

NTA Board Selects 2009 Advocacy Priority Issues | Leadership and Board Meeting Recaps Coming Next Week | Sustainable Tourism Opportunities and Threats

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Nominations Sought for Pioneer Award

February 10, 2009 / NTA News

NTA members are encouraged to send in nominations for the Pioneer Award, which honors individuals whose accomplishments have resulted in a significant change in the travel industry from which NTA and its members (specifically tour operators) have benefited.

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Be Part of NTA Pavilion at the China Outbound Travel and Tourism Market

February 8, 2009 / NTA News

Looking for an affordable venue for attracting outbound travelers from China? For the first time, NTA will have a pavilion at the China Outbound Travel and Tourism Market, which will take place April 22-24 in Beijing.

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China Market Overview Webinar Coming Up Feb. 18

February 8, 2009 / NTA News

A Webinar for tour operators who are on the NTA China Inbound Program approved list and others interested in the China market will be held Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 5 p.m. .

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