USTOA Asks Why Instead of Where
Published on October 30, 2018
This year, USTOA set out to uncover the emotional connection between travelers and the destinations they visit with the Why We Travel campaign. Through a collection of articles and videos, like the one below, you can hear firsthand accounts of guests who traveled on four USTOA tour operator member itineraries this year. You can follow […]
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New Brunswick, Canada: Getaway Like a Maritimer
Published on October 10, 2018
New Brunswick’s famed Bay of Fundy coast, culturally-vibrant cities like St. Andrews by-the-Sea, and historic sites such as Campobello island are enticing travelers to experience Atlantic Canada in 2019. Whether it’s a walk on the ocean floor at Hopewell Rocks, or a visit to Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s beloved Campobello Island, USTOA member packaged […]
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Uncover the South Pacific’s Best Kept Secret
Published on September 17, 2018
Credit: David Kirkland, Pacific Corner, Pacific Resort Aitutaki, Cook Islands Which tropical paradise is on your bucket list…Hawaii, Tahiti, or perhaps Fiji? While all these destinations offer sun, sand, and relaxation, for a truly off-the-beaten-path experience consider the Cook Islands. Located in the South Pacific Ocean northeast of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, comprised of 15 […]
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A Safari North of the Arctic Circle
Published on September 5, 2018
By John Newton, AFAR Ambassador Travelers with Quark Expeditions photographing belugas in Cunningham Inlet on Somerset Island Every year, thousands of travelers head to Africa in the hope of seeing the famous “Big Five” animals—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—during a stay at one of the continent’s safari camps. Far fewer, only a […]
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September 1 Kicks Off Travel Together Month!
Published on September 1, 2018
During this year’s Travel Together Month, the members of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) are putting the world on sale with nearly 100 offers on bucket list trips to all seven continents. The month long celebration showcases offers like free airfare, direct savings, and complimentary add-ons from the country’s leading travel companies. Book […]
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Travels to the Far North
Published on August 28, 2018
By John Newton, AFAR Ambassador In March 2016 I traveled to the north of Canada—Manitoba, and specifically the town of Churchill, on the edges of Hudson Bay. The trip was centered around a dinner at a fort once used by the Hudson Bay Company where the meal would, according to the plan, conclude with […]
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Finding Home While Cruising the Seine
Published on August 13, 2018
By Ben Schuyler, AFAR Ambassador Can I be honest? In my early years of travel photography I didn’t have much interest in visiting Europe. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest, where nature was a stone’s throw in any direction. That accessibility made it the topic of much of my early work. Growing up my […]
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Ideal Island Paradise
Published on August 6, 2018
With more than 7,000 islands, the Philippines has become a bucket list tropical destination in 2018. The Southeast Asian country boasts more than 22,000 miles of coastline with pristine beaches, cosmopolitan cities, rich history, and welcoming locals ready to share Filipino culture with visitors. Credit: Asia Answers Here is a sample of USTOA member […]
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Paris and the Seine River: An Unmatched Romance Uncovered
Published on August 6, 2018
Paris and the Seine River: An Unmatched Romance Uncovered By Ben Schuyler, AFAR Ambassador There’s no doubt about it—something really is so romantic about being in Paris. It’s the “city of love” after all, but I’m not talking so much about affectionate romance. I’m talking about the city’s ability to take you to a […]
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Bucket List Travel: Party of One
Published on July 31, 2018
Bucket List Travel: Party of One Credit: Contiki Thinking about taking a solo vacation? You’re not “alone.” Roughly half of United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) tour operator members have reported growth in solo travelers last year and many have created new opportunities for those going it alone to visit their dream destinations. With waived […]
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