Upper Midwest ASTA

05/08/2025

ASTA🌱 New Course: Become a Sustainability-Savvy Travel Advisor

Sustainability isn’t just a trend—it’s the future of travel.

In partnership with Tourism Cares, ASTA is thrilled to introduce our new learning module:
✨ Sustainability & Meaningful Travel for Advisors ✨

Why take this course?
✓ Master client conversations about responsible travel
✓ Align with the values of conscious travelers
✓ Design impactful experiences that clients will love
✓ Position yourself as a leader in sustainable tourism

Be part of the movement. Enroll today and help shape a better future for travel!

Enroll Now: https://tinyurl.com/4rt4db8m

05/08/2025

**🌅 Save the Date: Sunset Networking Cruise on the Stillwater Riverboat!**

**📅 Date**: Tuesday, June 24
**📍 Location**: Stillwater Riverboat
**⏰ Time**: Details coming soon! (*Hint: Golden hour vibes*)

**Why Attend?**
🍹 Sip cocktails and savor light bites as you mingle
🤝 Forge *authentic* connections—no stiff suits required
🌊 Unwind with breathtaking river views at sunset

**This isn’t just networking—it’s relationship-building, reimagined.**

🔜 **Official invite drops soon!** Stay tuned—you won’t want to miss this.

04/21/2025

🌅 Save the Date: Sunset Networking on the Stillwater Riverboat!

📅 Tuesday, June 24
📍 Stillwater Riverboat
⏰ Details & Invitation Coming Soon!

Get ready to elevate your network while cruising in style! Join us for an evening of:

🍹 Refreshing drinks & light bites
🤝 Meaningful connections in a relaxed, scenic setting
🌊 Stunning river views as the sun sets

This isn’t your average networking event—it’s a chance to build relationships while enjoying a one-of-a-kind experience.

Stay tuned for your official invitation!

04/21/2025

04/15/2025

🚢 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo – Amsterdam | March 11–15

Calling all travel advisors! Dive into the world of river cruising at the 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam. This is your chance to:

✔ Learn from the best – Exclusive training by top river cruise experts
✔ Tour ships firsthand – Explore fleets, amenities, and unique offerings
✔ Network with leaders – Connect with executives from premier brands
✔ Discover bucket-list destinations – Get inspired to wow your clients
✔ Secure post-Expo sailings – Limited spots for immersive fam trips

🌍 Don’t miss this game-changing opportunity!

Register now: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/rce2026/home

04/15/2025

TTC September 2025 Promotions

https://ttc.com

04/11/2025

ASTA Board of Directors Elections Are Here!

If you are a travel advisor member of ASTA, serve as the representative or designated voting member of your company, and your membership was active as of April 10, 2025, then you are eligible to vote in the 2025 ASTA elections.

This is your opportunity to help choose the individuals who will represent you and advocate for your interests on ASTA’s national board. Don’t let this important moment pass you by.

Eligible members will receive their ballot by 5:00 PM (ET) on April 21. Click the link below to view the candidate profiles then use your ballot to cast your vote.
https://www.asta.org/about-us/leadershipGovernance/elections

Ballots are due by 5:00 PM (ET) on May 1.

If you have any questions about the voting process, please reach out to the ASTA Elections team at [email protected].

ASTA's Board of Directors and its non-Board member Regional Directors play an important role in helping to lead, guide, and advise your association.

04/10/2025

To learn more visit the TTC Travel Agent Portal

https://tinyurl.com/3r8hpnm2

This site has been created specifically for you, combining our family of award-winning brands in the one place for the latest sales and marketing resources, along with search, book and manage your TTC guided bookings.

02/23/2024

Upper Midwest ASTA Chapter Presents
Come and Say G’day Australia Workshop with Tourism Australia

Australia Workshop with Karen Stotz – Australia Tourism
Including presentations from
Krista Erickson-TTC Tour Brands
Jerra Nagy – Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
Amie Gribbon – Venture Ashore

Registration - https://form.jotform.com/240525880410147
Eden Prairie AAA Minneapolis 561 Prairie Center Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Registration - https://form.jotform.com/240525494775162
River Falls St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center 1091 Sutherland Ave, River Falls, WI 54022

01/17/2024

Mia the Moose and all her Travel Agent friends had a great time learning so much about Alaksa and Exploring the North.

Thank you to all the Sponsors of the event for hosting a great event.
Globus, Princess, Rocky Mountaineer, Viking, Ponant, Chubb and Visit Anchorage.

Coming soon - Information about our next event in April!

01/02/2024

You Still have a few days to Register for the January Event.

Exploring the North
Showcasing Alaska, Canada & the Arctic Monday, Jan 15, 2024, 4:00-8:45 PM
Embassy Suites Minneapolis Airport
7901 34th Ave Bloomington MN 55425
925-960-5116

Registration Link https://form.jotform.com/233344400049144
Closes Jan 8, 2024

Please click the link to complete this form.