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Countdown to Valley Forge: Join Tourism Cares for Volunteer Day

August 29, 2011 / NTA News

Countdown to Valley Forge: Join Tourism Cares for Volunteer Day On Friday, Sept. 9, more than 200 travel and tourism industry volunteers will gather at Valley Forge National Historical Park in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, (just minutes from Philadelphia) for the second annual Tourism Cares Volunteer Day event, held in commemoration of the 9/11 National […]

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Japan Inbound to U.S.: Recovering but not Recovered

August 26, 2011 / NTA News

The number of Japanese travelers into the United States is beginning to recover from a downturn following the island nation’s March 11 earthquake, tsunami and radiation leaks, according to an NTA-TMI survey and NTA members. Key Japanese tour operators are reporting that cancelations for bookings to the U.S. mainland have gone from 40 percent canceled during March and April to 10 percent during July through September.

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Member-to-member Hurricane Info

August 26, 2011 / NTA News

NTA has invited members in the path of Hurricane Irene to share the troubles they anticipate or are encountering. The responses show our members’ concern for their families, clients and communities. While our hearts are with those in harm’s way, we can also focus on the physical challenges brought on by a destructive storm. Use […]

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Sept. 2011: Getting on Track | Delicious Discoveries in Rhode Island

August 25, 2011 / Courier Magazine

September Courier is now online. In this issue you’ll find: Getting On Track (p. 36) Going Local in Central Europe (p. 42) Delicious Discoveries in Rhode Island (p. 22) Four Social Media Tools to Captivate Your Clients (p. 14) Commemorating 9/11 (p. 10) (www.rabideauxs.com)

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NTA and UMA Move Forward on 2013 Event

August 24, 2011 / NTA News

NTA and UMA Move Forward on 2013 Event Members of the NTA/UMA 2013 Task Force met recently in Providence, Rhode Island, to work through details of the 2013 integrated event including scheduling, education, networking opportunities and hospitality functions—all with a focus on creating an event that’s productive, educational and enjoyable. The convention is scheduled for […]

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NTA, UMA Make Progress toward 2013 Event

August 24, 2011 / NTA News

Members of the NTA/UMA 2013 Task Force met in Providence, R.I., on July 31 to work through details of their 2013 integrated event, including branding, scheduling, education, networking opportunities and hospitality functions.

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9 Things to Do now to Prepare for Convention ’11 | Help! We Need Your Input!

August 23, 2011 / Tuesday Newsletter

9 Things to Do now to Prepare for Convention ’11 | Help! We Need Your Input! | NTA and UMA Move Forward on 2013 Event | Give Back to Las Vegas

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Update: Hurricane Irene Menaces Eastern U.S. Seaboard

August 22, 2011 / NTA News

Update: Hurricane Irene Menaces Eastern U.S. Seaboard The first Atlantic Basin hurricane of the season, Irene, marched through the Caribbean and now threatens the U.S. Eastern seaboard.  Hurricanes don’t always follow predicted paths, of course. You can monitor Irene online at the Weather Channel’s Hurricane Central . Information about any flight delays major airports can be […]

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Appointment Scheduling Opened Today | Look Who’s Collecting $100

August 16, 2011 / Tuesday Newsletter

Appointment Scheduling Opened Today | Now Accepting Applications: The U.S. Travel & Tourism Board | Look Who’s Collecting $100 | Earn Compensation and Get ‘Peace of Mind’

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5 Things to Do Today Before Scheduling Appointments

August 15, 2011 / NTA News

  5 Things to Do Before Scheduling Appointments Register for Convention(if you’re not already registered). Bookmark this link. You’ll have it ready to go. Update your online profile. Your profile is your most important Convention marketing tool. Make sure it’s up to date! You can also add a logo or business-related photos. (Zolpidem online) If […]

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