NTA Enters Next Phase of China Inbound Program
December 19, 2012 / NTA News
Fresh off a successful partnership with Brand USA last month at the China International Travel Mart in Shanghai, NTA is moving into the next phase of its award-winning China Inbound Program.
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NTA, ASTA Convene Second ‘Hispanics in Travel’ Caucus
December 17, 2012 / NTA News
NTA and ASTA are hosting their second Hispanics in Travel Caucus on Jan. 22 in Orlando, Fla. The session, which includes a Café con Leche-informal discussion and networking-will bring together key tourism professionals and feature Jorge Plasencia, chair of the National Council of La Raza, as keynote speaker.
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Holy Land Webinar Set for Next Week
December 14, 2012 / NTA News
NTA is pleased to announce a new webinar, "Discover the Holy Land: How to Successfully Sell & Develop Product for this Market," on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m. ET. The webinar will feature the North American directors for the Israel Ministry of Tourism, Haim Gutin, and the Jordan Tourism Board, Malia Asfour. The webinar […]
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Making News in Orlando
December 11, 2012 / NTA News
For NTA members, Travel Exchange is a source of new business connections. But for the trade journalists who cover the event—and their readers—the event is a source of news. "Travel Exchange is a superb opportunity for Travel Market Report on several fronts," said Robin Amster, contributing editor for the online publication. "Several of the sessions […]
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Appointment Scheduling Closes Dec. 14
December 3, 2012 / NTA News
The Appointment Request System for Travel Exchange closes Friday, Dec. 14. Take this opportunity to maximize your time in Orlando. Go here to get started—or to finish your list of requests. And remember to Update your online profile; it’s your top marketing tool. Research the profiles of other members to make the best requests. Make […]
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Deadline Approaching for Holy Land PDT
November 26, 2012 / NTA News
Tour operators wishing to join NTA’s Holy Land Product Development Trip have until Dec. 13 to register for the association’s first PDT focused on faith-based travel. The members-only trip, Feb. 10 through 22, includes workshops and opportunities for participants to network with local suppliers. Paul Larsen, who chairs NTA’s Faith Tourism Advisory Council, is ready […]
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Storm Aftermath: NYC Updates, Nov. 16
November 16, 2012 / NTA News
NTA has received an update from Carolyn Feimster of Historic Shopping and Dining Attractions, including a request for help. Dear Travel and Tourism Industry Friends: While Hurricane Sandy has dealt us a body blow at the South Street Seaport Museum, the crew of the Seaport Museum is working around the clock to re-open the doors for […]
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It’s a Gen Y Thing: NTA is Listening to Millennial Generation
November 15, 2012 / NTA News
Members of the Millennial Generation shared their outlook on life, travel and the tourism industry with the NTA Board of Directors this week, and the association’s leaders were listening. And at Travel Exchange, the NTA Young Professionals Town Hall will give younger members of the association an opportunity to network and discuss career development, generational marketing and personal branding.
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The 2013 NTA Board of Directors Slate
November 12, 2012 / NTA News
The NTA Nominating Committee has announced the slate of candidates for the 2013 NTA Board of Directors, named by . After vetting the applications and considering the applicants’ qualifications, geographic representation and business type, the committee composed the following slate: Vice Chair: Paul Nakamoto, Super Sightseeing Tours Secretary/Treasurer: Jorge Cazenave, Cazenave Argentina Tour Operator Director: […]
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Honoring and Remembering
November 9, 2012 / NTA News
Nov. 11 is recognized as Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in Canada. NTA adds its voice to the millions who honor and recognize those who have served their countries. In the United States, the day is marked by memorial services and wreath-laying ceremonies, perhaps the most notable at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington […]
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