Press Releases

Perillo Tours

Published July 9, 2014
Perillo Tours joins USTOA

Experiential Travel

Published July 7, 2014
USTOA has launched Travel Together designed to bring off the beaten path experiences to travelers

Travel Together

Published June 17, 2014
New Curated Content Shares Live Like a Local Experiences from Members

Down Under Answers

Published May 8, 2014
Down Under Answers joins USTOA with leisure tours to the South Pacific

Austin Adventures

Published April 29, 2014
Austin Adventures joins USTOA offering upscale, active adventures

D-Day's 70th Anniversary

Published February 27, 2014
This June marks 70 years since allied forces invaded Normandy

2014 Survey Results

Published December 5, 2013
USTOA Members Reveal Travel Trends for 2014
USTOA Announces 2014 Executive Committee and Board of Directors at Annual Conference & Marketplace

Live Like a Local

Published September 26, 2013
From Peru to Thailand, authentic travel opportunities to “live like a local”.

Latest USTOA Blog Posts


Old Dogs, New Tricks: Bringing Regenerative Practices to Legacy Tour Operators  
Old Dogs, New Tricks: Bringing Regenerative Practices to Legacy Tour Operators   By Melissa DaSilva, President of TTC Tour Brands, North America – Trafalgar, Contiki, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver, Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold  For more than 100 years, The Travel Corporation has been taking travelers off the beaten path and into the destinations we serve. In… Read More
Places In New Zealand That Don’t Feel Real
Places In New Zealand That Don’t Feel Real By Katie Manly, Swain Destinations  New Zealand is for adventure seekers of all levels.   Its Māori culture is renowned for being welcoming and wise.   The adventure on offer ranges from mild to high octane.   Its landscapes have become immortalized thanks to the many films it has set… Read More
Poland’s Sustainable Tourism: A Green Path to Discovery 
Poland’s Sustainable Tourism: A Green Path to Discovery  By: Polish Tourism Organization Poland, a country rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, is carving a path towards sustainable tourism, setting an example for how to balance the influx of tourists with the preservation of its environment and heritage. This commitment to green travel practices is… 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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