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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NTA Family Remembers Ruth McKinney
October 25, 2012 / NTA News
Ruth McKinney, longtime NTA friend and supporter, passed away early Thursday morning. Recipient of the Bob Everidge Lifetime Achievement Award and a past chair of the National Tourism Foundation, Ruth worked tirelessly to support the people and programs of NTA’s outreach. "Ruth will be remembered by her NTA family as the ultimate volunteer at conventions," […]
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NTA Introduces Product Development Trip to Holy Land
October 23, 2012 / NTA News
PDT for member operators, set for February 2013, is designed to impart market knowledge and passion.
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How to Volunteer in Orlando at Travel Exchange
October 18, 2012 / NTA News
Travel Exchange volunteers are the backbone of the event. Whether you’re an NTA convention veteran or first-timer, we need you! Plus, it’s a good opportunity for you to meet and network with other attendees. There are volunteer opportunities throughout the show week and we suggest you sign up to volunteer with an NTA friend or […]
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NTA’s Simon Elected to Caribbean Tourism Board
October 17, 2012 / NTA News
NTA President Lisa Simon was elected to the board of directors of the Caribbean Tourism Organization at the CTO’s annual State of the Industry Conference in Basseterre, St. Kitts.
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