USTOA News

USTOA In Travel Pulse

Published June 5, 2019
Travelers Can Still Visit Cuba, Here’s How

USTOA in Travel Agent Central

Published May 28, 2019
Harrison Greenbaum Partners With USTOA to Debut Video Series

USTOA in Travel Pulse

Published April 22, 2019
Tour Operators Highlight Colorful Itineraries

USTOA in Travel Market Report

Published April 22, 2019
Tour Operators Predict Rapid Recovery After Notre Dame Fire

USTOA in Travel Pulse

Published April 9, 2019
USTOA Demonstrates Commitment to Ethiopia

USTOA in Travel Agent Central

Published April 4, 2019
USTOA Meets With President of Ethiopia, Tourism Leaders

USTOA in Travel Agent Central

Published March 5, 2019
Top Tips for Shopping Abroad

USTOA in Travel Market Report

Published February 7, 2019
Surprise! Millennials Like Traveling on Guided Vacations

USTOA in Travel Agent Central

Published January 1, 2019
2019 Survival Guide
The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) announced the results of its annual travel trend and forecast survey. The association found that roughly 82 percent of USTOA tour operator members anticipate a growth in sales for 2020. Nearly half (45 percent) indicated that they were “optimistic” and were forecasting a “boom year” with growth anywhere from seven to 10 percent or higher.

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Floating Down the Path to Zero Waste 
Floating Down the Path to Zero Waste  By: Uniworld Boutique River Cruises Some travelers start to worry when they see their favorite brands start developing “greener practices.” Maybe they suspect greenwashing, maybe an excuse to cut costs… or maybe they care deeply about sustainability, but don’t want to make sacrifices with their hard-earned vacations.   Not… Read More
Meet Australia’s First Nations in Three Amazing Stops 
Meet Australia’s First Nations in Three Amazing Stops  By: Christian Baines Australia is a land of superlatives. Besides the world’s biggest island, it’s also home to the world’s oldest living culture. Around 500 Aboriginal nations are spread across all six of Australia’s states and two territories today. With distinct languages, traditions, legends, and methods of… Read More
Nordic Countries Once Again Named “World’s Happiest” 
Nordic Countries Once Again Named “World’s Happiest” By Madigan Talmage-Bowers, TCS World Travel  As in past years, Nordic and northern European countries have claimed the top spots on the list of “world’s happiest countries” in the 2023 World Happiness Report, an annual ranking that aims to quantify the aspirational concept of happiness around the globe… Read More
USTOA $1 Million
Travelers Assistance Program

A travel vacation should not only be an unforgettable experience, but offer solid peace of mind. That’s why USTOA created a consumer protection fund which protects consumers who book with our Active Members.

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