Press Releases

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”.

HuffPost Live

Published June 26, 2013
Matt Harding chats with HuffPost Live

Matt Harding's Journey Begins

Published March 13, 2013
Viral Video Sensation Matt Harding Hits the Road for USTOA

New Facebook Coffee Chats

Published January 14, 2013
USTOA Kicks-Off New Social Media Campaign With Live Facebook Coffee Chats

Matt Harding Partnership

Published December 7, 2012
USTOA Partners with Viral Travel Video Sensation Matt Harding

New Website

Published December 7, 2012
USTOA Launches New Website with Dedicated Travel Agent, Consumer and Member Access

2012 Survey Results

Published December 7, 2012
New Survey Reveals Economic Impact of USTOA Membership

New Year's Resolutions

Published November 18, 2012
Get a jumpstart on New Year's resolutions with tours from USTOA members

Latest USTOA Blog Posts


Traveling Off the Beaten Path: How to Stay Prepared and Protected 
Traveling Off the Beaten Path: How to Stay Prepared and Protected  By: Deanna Caffrey Traveling to remote or less-traveled destinations can be an exhilarating adventure. These locations often offer untouched natural beauty, unique cultural experiences, and a sense of discovery that popular tourist spots can’t match. However, venturing off the beaten path comes with its… Read More
The Stories Behind our National Monuments
The Stories Behind our National Monuments  By Tauck What’s the difference between America’s national parks and national monuments? Storied sites all, both share tales of treasured sights in public lands protected for the enjoyment of generations of visitors. Designated by a legislative act of Congress, our national parks are areas of natural beauty, federally conserved… Read More
Adventure Travel Awaits: 5 Steps to Prepare Like a Pro 
Adventure Travel Awaits: 5 Steps to Prepare Like a Pro  By Kathleen A. De Riso, VP, Travel Services, Crum & Forster   Sand surfing in the Sahara. Sleeping under the northern lights. Rock climbing in Yosemite. Today’s travelers seek one-of-a-kind experiences as they explore the world. Thanks to millennials and Gen Z, adventure tourism is surging… 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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