ASTA South Florida Chapter

10/22/2026

🌎✈️ MIAMI, LET'S TALK TRAVEL!

I'm excited to share that the South Florida ASTA Chapter will be at WTE Miami 2026, October 27–28, at the Miami Beach Convention Center!

📍 Come visit us at Booth -732!

Whether you're a fellow travel advisor, industry partner, or simply passionate about travel, I'd love to connect!

🎤 I'm also thrilled to be speaking on a panel on October 28th!

From Travel Advisor to Business Owner: 10 Moves to Build a More Profitable Travel Business and What the Top 1% of Travel Advisors Do.

We'll be talking about what it really takes to move beyond booking travel and build a thriving, profitable travel business.

As the President of South Florida ASTA and Owner of Dorian Destinations, I'm passionate about helping fellow travel professionals grow, succeed, and take their businesses to the next level.

💙 If you're attending, please stop by, say hello, and let's connect!

Who's going to WTE Miami? Drop a ✈️ in the comments!

10/21/2026

🌴⛵ Join ASTA South Florida for
our next Lunch & Learn with Bruce Waters, Multi-Line BDM and Sheryll Pyle of Star Clippers ⛵🌴

📅 November 12
🕐 12pm�📍 Galuppi's 1103 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL,

Grab a seat (and a delicious lunch!) as we discover incredible destinations and a truly one-of-a-kind way to sail.

🌍 Bruce Waters will introduce a fantastic lineup of destinations and partners:�🔹 Ciao Italy�🔹 Salute Africa�🔹 Costa Rica TravelXM�🔹 Bookolis.com�🔹 Aurora Resort & Golf Club, Anguilla�🔹 Nevis Tourism Authority�🔹 Golden Rock Resort, St. Eustatius

⛵ Sheryll Pyle, Business Development Executive Southeast, Star Clippers
�Picture your clients exploring the Caribbean, Costa Rica & Panama, or the Mediterranean aboard a four- or five-masted tall ship. 🌊 Star Clipper, Star Flyer and Royal Clipper offer personalized service in a casually elegant atmosphere, and they visit unique ports that larger ships can’t reach. Learn how Star Clippers’ Authentic Sailing Adventures can awe and inspire your clients!

🍽️ A full lunch will be served�🚗 Free parking in the restaurant lot

Spots are limited, so RSVP tod ay. Link in Bio



https://astasouthflorida.ticketspice.com/lunch-learn-at-galuppis---nov-2026f

10/16/2026

Register Now!! Only a few spots left.
https://astasouthflorida.ticketspice.com/oct-2026-with-israel-ministry-of-tourism
Meet DMC's traveling to meet you:
G2 Travel
Tabar Tours
Yael Group
Immanuel Tours
SAR-EL Tours & Conferences

Join the ASTA South Florida Chapter for a special evening in partnership with the Israel Ministry of Tourism as we reconnect, network, and discover new opportunities for travel to Israel.

Start the evening with a tour of the new Dolce by Wyndham across the street from the Hard Rock Hotel.

Then, a welcome drink & cocktail reception at the spectacular G7 Rooftop Restaurant

Followed by an interactive evening which will give you the opportunity to meet 5 leading Israeli Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and learn firsthand about the latest experiences, itineraries, and opportunities available for your clients.

Rather than traditional presentations, you’ll rotate through small-group roundtable sessions, giving you valuable face-to-face time with each Israeli tourism partner and the chance to ask questions, exchange ideas, and build new business relationships.

Whether you already sell Israel or are looking to expand your destination portfolio, this is a unique opportunity to connect directly with the people who can help you create unforgettable Israel experiences.

Space is limited, so reserve your place and join us for a great evening with
ASTA South Florida and the Israel Ministry of Tourism.

PARKING IS INCLUDED AT THE Hilton Hotels & Resorts

REGISTER HERE:
https://astasouthflorida.ticketspice.com/oct-2026-with-israel-ministry-of-tourism

09/26/2026

Join the ASTA South Florida Chapter for a special evening in partnership with the Israel Ministry of Tourism as we reconnect, network, and discover new opportunities for travel to Israel.

Start the evening with a tour of the new Dolce by Wyndham across the street from the Hard Rock Hotel.

Then, a welcome drink & cocktail reception at the spectacular G7 Rooftop Restaurant

Followed by an interactive evening which will give you the opportunity to meet 5 leading Israeli Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and learn firsthand about the latest experiences, itineraries, and opportunities available for your clients.

Rather than traditional presentations, you’ll rotate through small-group roundtable sessions, giving you valuable face-to-face time with each Israeli tourism partner and the chance to ask questions, exchange ideas, and build new business relationships.

Whether you already sell Israel or are looking to expand your destination portfolio, this is a unique opportunity to connect directly with the people who can help you create unforgettable Israel experiences.

Space is limited, so reserve your place and join us for a great evening with
ASTA South Florida and the Israel Ministry of Tourism.

PARKING IS INCLUDED AT THE Hilton Hotels & Resorts

REGISTER HERE:
https://astasouthflorida.ticketspice.com/oct-2026-with-israel-ministry-of-tourism

09/23/2026

Briefing: A New Era for Sandals and Beaches Resorts

Hear more from Executive Chairman Adam Stewart and UVI EVP of Sales and Industry Relations, Gary C. Sadler, as we celebrate this exciting milestone for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts — and what it means for Travel Advisors. The next chapter brings new opportunities to grow your business, expand your reach and inspire more clients to experience the Caribbean and beyond.

September 23 @ 3:30 PM EST
Register using the StreamYard link below:
https://streamyard.com/watch/7PeNdzTYiJgw
Can’t attend live? Be sure to register anyway so you’ll receive access to the event recording following the presentation.

The next chapter starts now! Travel Advisors, by now you’ve likely seen the news of the announced partnership between Sandals Resorts and Royal Caribbean Group. I know many of you have questions about what this means for you and your clients. Join Unique Vacations Inc. CEO Jeff Clarke and EVP Gary...

09/18/2026

Make sure you vote!!

The ASTA Globes honors the very best in the travel advisor and supplier community. These awards are all about celebrating us—our community of advisors, agencies and partners who make travel extraordinary. Now it's your turn to help us choose the winners!

Voting is open exclusively to ASTA members through October 23.

Cast your ballot now: bit.ly/4hqlMe7

✨ More About The Globes

What makes the ASTA Globes stand out from every other awards ceremony? Unlike traditional award shows, the ASTA Globes celebrates both travel advisors and supplier partners with equal recognition. In 2027, we are excited to introduce new advisor awards in education, consumer awareness, membership engagement, industry affairs, mentorship and leadership. Our supplier awards are expanding too, with new categories to honor partners who go above and beyond, whether through advisor-friendly business practices, advocacy on Capitol Hill or investments in continuing education programs such as ASTA's Verified Travel Advisor (VTA) program.

🏆 The celebration culminates at the invitation-only ASTA Globes ceremony on January 21, 2027, at the historic Palmer House in downtown Chicago.

Learn more about The Globes: bit.ly/4ycHCYR

09/15/2026

You're Invited: Discover How TBO Can Grow Your Travel Business

Looking for more ways to save time, increase your earnings,
and deliver exceptional client experiences?

Join Luis Quiñones, Business Development Manager,
for a live webinar and discover how TBO trusted by more than 160,000 travel advisors worldwide since 2006 can help you book hotels, flights, rail, cruises, vacation packages, transfers, sightseeing tours, car rentals, and more, all from one platform.
You'll also see TBO's AI-powered ‘TravelGPT’ feature in action.
Already included at no cost with the TBO platform, this powerful tool lets you create professional, personalized travel itineraries in minutes.

What You'll Learn
• AI-Powered ‘Itineraries’ – Create branded, personalized vacation proposals in minutes with Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Book Now, Pay Later – Available for hotels, transfers, sightseeing tours, and car rentals with no deposit required
• Earn up to 30% Commission on hotels, transfers, sightseeing tours, car rentals, and more
• Flexible Group & Multi-Room Bookings with commission integration
• Live Rail Inventory for Europe, with Japan rail, coming soon
• Multiple Forms of Payment – Collect optional deposits, split payments, and send secure payment links
• My Trips – Combine multiple travel products into one itinerary with a single payment
• TBO+ Rewards – Earn points on eligible bookings
Join us on Sept 8th from 12 - 1 pm
REGISTRATION IS FREE!
One lucky travel advisor will win a
$100 gift card at the end of the webinar

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07/25/2026

Date Update!!!

Come join Intimate Resorts for lunch and learn joined by Jamaica Tourist Board.

Intimate Resorts of Negril is a collective marketing and sales initiative representing a select group of boutique and independently owned resorts throughout Negril, Jamaica. Our mission is to help travel advisors better understand and sell the unique experiences offered by these distinctive properties while promoting Negril as a destination within a destination.

🗓 Friday, July 31
🎟 Tickets are on sale now!
🔗 Grab yours through the Eventbrite link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/immerse-in-the-flavors-of-jamaica-lunch-learn-with-intimate-resorts-registration-1994018031610?aff=oddtdtcreator

✨ Seats are limited, so don’t wait—we can’t wait to see you there!