Travel and tour companies are not immune to cyber crime
September 25, 2018 / Headlines
Recent news stories focus on cyber attacks against large corporations, but 43% of the victims of cyber crime are small businesses.* Though it did not make the nightly news, Desktop computers containing 300,000 customer names, addresses, emails, and credit card info were stolen from a Las Vegas tour operator’s office.** As travel agents and tour […]
Read More
National Tour Association President Pam Inman named to U.S. Travel & Tourism Advisory Board
September 20, 2018 / Headlines
Lexington, Ky – Pam Inman, CTP, president of the National Tour Association, has been appointed by Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to a two-year term on the U.S. Travel & Tourism Advisory Board. In this role, Inman will work closely with fellow board members to develop recommendations on strengthening the competitiveness of the U.S. travel and […]
Read More
Online Courier content easier to read, share
September 18, 2018 / Headlines
NTA’s Courier magazine is now online. This month the flagship publication of the National Tour Association launched a dedicated website, NTAcourier.com, making the magazine’s coverage of NTA-member destinations and tour products available to a broader audience. Beginning with a soft launch Sept. 4, NTAcourier.com offers readers original articles published in the magazine in 2017 and […]
Read More
Open my world: Who’s who at TREX18
September 18, 2018 / Headlines
This week in “Open my world,” we get in touch with our artistic side. Cruise on a river with Europe’s largest cruise line, explore family roots, and indulge in flavorful foods and rich histories. These tour supplier and DMO partners—and so many more—are promoting their product at Travel Exchange ’18, Nov. 4–8. Connect with them […]
Read More
Open my world: Who’s who at TREX18
September 11, 2018 / Headlines
This week in “Open my world,” we get in touch with our artistic side. Take a group of students to a musical in Pennsylvania, visit a world-famous concert venue in New York City or stroll through some of the most beautiful gardens and arboretums in the country. These tour supplier and DMO partners—and so many […]
Read More
Open my world: Who’s who at TREX18
September 4, 2018 / Headlines
This week in “Open my world,” we get a 360 degree view of one of the largest U.S. cities, a collection of rocket and space hardware worth tens of millions of dollars, and a relaxing day at the beach. These tour supplier and DMO partners—and so many more—are promoting their product at Travel Exchange ’18, […]
Read More
Open my world: Who’s who at TREX18
August 28, 2018 / Headlines
This week in “Open my world,” we discover a true piece of South Dakota history, witness one of the West’s most spectacular geological wonders and visit the heart of Alaska’s rugged interior. These tour supplier and DMO partners—and so many more—are promoting their product at Travel Exchange ’18, Nov. 4–8. Connect with them in Milwaukee! […]
Read More
Get in front of the China market at CITM
August 21, 2018 / Headlines
NTA will join the Brand USA Pavilion at the China International Travel Mart (CITM) Nov. 16-18 in Shanghai, China. CITM is the largest travel trade show in Asia, with two B2B days and one consumer day. Given that China is ranked No. 1 in terms of visitor spending, we all want to capture this exciting and […]
Read More
Open my world: Who’s who at TREX18
August 14, 2018 / Headlines
This week in “Open my world,” we visit the beautiful Dutch County of Pennsylvania, kick it up a notch at a legendary Western hotspot in Arizona and introduce you to our 2019 Travel Exchange host city, where you’ll be wowed with experiences beyond the saddle and sirloin. These tour supplier and DMO partners—and many more—will […]
Read More
Public comments, nominations needed for federal issues
August 7, 2018 / Headlines
There’s so much happening in the world of U.S. politics, it’s sometimes hard to stay up to date with what’s going on. Listed below are a few agencies planning to take action soon that could impact the tourism industry. Click below to use your voice on a topic relating to you. The National Park Service is […]
Read More
