Cruise The Nile With Abercrombie & Kent

Published on June 10, 2014

As part of her journey in Egypt, travel expert, video journalist and contributor to Tripfilms.com, Kelley Ferro was taken on a luxury cruise on The Nile by USTOA member Abercrombie & Kent, a highlight of her experience. The vessels are equipped with an ever-accommodating staff as well as modern amenities, chic design and floor-to-ceiling windows […]

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70TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY

Published on June 5, 2014

By: Terry Dale, President and CEO, USTOA June 6 marks 70 years since allied forces invaded Normandy, a crucial turning point in the war against Nazi Germany, and people from around the globe will come together to honor the brave soldiers who fought during World War II. At the invitation of French President François Hollande, […]

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Local Food Experiences in Cairo

Published on June 3, 2014

by Alison Cornford-Matheson, AFAR Ambassador For me, there’s no better way to explore a country’s culture than to explore its food scene. Wherever you travel in the world, you can find passionate foodies, and Egypt is no exception. While visiting Cairo with Abercrombie & Kent tours, I had two food experiences that left me feeling […]

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The Egypt Experience

Published on May 27, 2014

by Kelley Ferro When the travel bug hits and I daydream about about traveling to far off lands, one of the first images to pop in my head has always been the temples and pyramids of Egypt. Ancient Egypt was not only intricate, advanced, and impressive, it’s one of the few historic cultures that still […]

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Living Like a Local In Egypt

Published on May 19, 2014

by Alison Cornford-Matheson, AFAR Ambassador There is a myth that group travel sets you apart from local experiences. Tucked away in air-conditioned buses and luxury hotels, travellers are distanced from the country they are visiting. However, on my recent tour of Egypt with Abercrombie & Kent, coming in contact with passionate locals was one of […]

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Destinations of Endless Rediscovery: South Africa and Egypt

Published on May 12, 2014

by Anita Mendiratta, CNN Consultant and International Tourism Strategist “Have you ever been to South Africa?” “Yes, I was there in the early 1990s.” “But then you have not been to South Africa.” It is a familiar exchange. The response is often given to people who have not visited South Africa since 1994 – the […]

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You’re Invited to “Travel Together”

Published on April 30, 2014

Welcome to USTOA’s first-ever blog, “Travel Together.”  For more than 40 years, the United States Tour Operators Association has served as the voice of the tour operator industry, providing education and information to consumers and travel agents as well as an unparalleled level of consumer protection through adherence to the industry’s highest standards and the […]

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USTOA & Dancing Matt on Huffington Post Live

Published on June 25, 2013

Matt Harding sat down with Mike Sacks from Huffington Post Live to discuss his partnership with USTOA, why he travels and where his famous dance came from. “Matt Harding gained worldwide fame for his viral video series ‘Where The Hell Is Matt?’ He’s now teamed up with the United States Tour Operators Association to join […]

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Dancing Matt & USTOA

Published on June 17, 2013

Dancing Matt and the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) invite you to dance as they share the joy of traveling around the world. 70,000 miles, 6 continents, 1 minute of joy. From Chile to Korea, Alaska to Australia’s Northern Territory, France, Ireland, and Tanzania to Malaysia and Coney Island, viral video sensation Matt danced […]

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