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Founded in 1972, the United States Tour Operators Association is a professional trade association created with the primary purpose of promoting integrity within the tour operator industry. Each active member company has met the travel industry’s highest standards, including participation in the USTOA’s Travelers Assistance Program, which protects consumer payments up to $1 million if the company g

oes out of business. A voice for the tour operator industry for 40 years, USTOA provides education and assistance for consumers and travel agents.

What does responsible travel really look like? For Collette, it looks like two Turtle Rangers on a beach in Kilifi, Keny...
05/13/2026

What does responsible travel really look like? For Collette, it looks like two Turtle Rangers on a beach in Kilifi, Kenya carefully protecting sea turtle eggs and safeguarding a coastline for generations to come. Through their partnership with Ocean Sole, they're helping fund conservation and create real opportunities for local communities. Read more in our latest blog.

Discover how responsible travel creates real impact—from turtle conservation in Kenya to community livelihoods. Learn how Collette and Ocean Sole are protecting endangered sea turtles and transforming lives through partnership and purpose-driven travel.

2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for astrotourism.From a total solar eclipse in northern Spain (the first in Eur...
04/16/2026

2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for astrotourism.

From a total solar eclipse in northern Spain (the first in Europe since 1999) and dark sky reserves in New Zealand, Chile, and Peru to aurora chases across Finland, Norway, Iceland, and Sweden, there's so much to see.

Our latest blog from Avanti Destinations breaks down exactly where to go and what to book.

Solar eclipses, meteor showers, Aurora safaris, and stargazing from ancient castles. Avanti's guide to the world's best astrotourism experiences in 2026 across Spain, Norway, New Zealand, and Chile.

Languages are the true soul of a culture. They are living vessels of tradition, history, and identity, yet many of them ...
04/08/2026

Languages are the true soul of a culture. They are living vessels of tradition, history, and identity, yet many of them are now on the brink of extinction. Of the roughly 7,000 languages spoken worldwide, at least 40% are endangered, and on average, one disappears every two weeks, taking with it generations of knowledge. In our latest blog post, Classic Journeys explores how regenerative travel can be a powerful way to support linguistic resilience.

Languages are the true soul of a culture. They are living vessels of tradition, history, and identity, yet many of them are now on the brink of extinction. Of the roughly 7,000 languages spoken worldwide, at least 40% are endangered, and on average, one disappears every two weeks, taking with it gen...

Our Board of Directors had an incredible time in Morocco last week experiencing the country's diverse cultural heritage,...
04/03/2026

Our Board of Directors had an incredible time in Morocco last week experiencing the country's diverse cultural heritage, historic cities, and vibrant traditions.

Video highlights- USTOA Out of Country Board Meeting in Morocco from March 23-29, 2026 for a group of senior executives representing 27 USTOA tour operator m...

Culture in Zagreb is not just a collection of institutions and events – it is a way of life. The city offers experiences...
03/18/2026

Culture in Zagreb is not just a collection of institutions and events – it is a way of life. The city offers experiences to suit every interest: from festivals and street performances to concert halls and exhibition spaces. Whether it’s opera, jazz, rock concerts, contemporary art exhibitions, numerous film festivals, or open-air performances, Zagreb has it all.

In our latest blog, explore the breadth of cultural experiences Zagreb offers.

Zagreb – A City That Lives Culture All Year Round  By: Zagreb Tourist Board Zagreb is a city where culture breathes on every corner. Streets, squares, galleries, and stages create a vibrant cultural landscape where tradition meets modernity, and classical art blends seamlessly with contemporary ...

In our latest blog, AAT Kings shares 6 extraordinary wellness experiences in New Zealand. From peaceful lakes in the Sou...
03/09/2026

In our latest blog, AAT Kings shares 6 extraordinary wellness experiences in New Zealand. From peaceful lakes in the Southern Alps on New Zealand's South Island to soothing geothermal wonders on the North Island, these mindful escapes offer moments to reflect, connect, and slow down.

Discover wellness travel in New Zealand with AAT Kings — from Māori hot springs and starlit lakes to golden beaches and farm hospitality. Recharge your mind, body, and spirit.

In 2026, luxury travel is defined by intention, favoring purpose over excess, depth over display, and connection over co...
02/20/2026

In 2026, luxury travel is defined by intention, favoring purpose over excess, depth over display, and connection over consumption. It reflects journeys that respect destination, culture, and traveler alike, creating experiences that feel personal and restorative.

As travelers embrace this shift, the future of travel moves toward experiences that preserve place, elevate local voices, and create lasting connection — journeys that are felt long after they end. In our latest blog, Classic Vacations shares 5 ways luxury travel is being redefined in 2026.

Luxury travel is being redefined in 2026. Discover five emerging trends — from purpose-driven "Whycations" to quiet "Hushpitality" — shaping how today's travelers seek meaning, privacy, and personalization over excess.

Our latest blog delves into Thailand's culinary legacy and how Thai food has grown to be a beloved cuisine worldwide. Th...
02/02/2026

Our latest blog delves into Thailand's culinary legacy and how Thai food has grown to be a beloved cuisine worldwide. This journey through forty years of history will have your stomach growling.

Discover how Thailand's White Lotus effect is boosting luxury tourism while Thai cuisine conquers global palates. From Hollywood's Thai Town to Blue Elephant's international success, explore the journey of Thai food becoming the world's second most popular cuisine after Chinese, and why Thailand rem...

Your journey to meaningful travel starts here. Discover a worldwide network of unique, authentic, and sustainable touris...
01/29/2026

Your journey to meaningful travel starts here. Discover a worldwide network of unique, authentic, and sustainable tourism experiences across the globe that benefit communities and travelers with Tourism Cares Meaningful Travel Map. Explore the Map for yourself. 🌎

Discover authentic, sustainable travel experiences worldwide through the Tourism Cares Meaningful Travel Map, supporting local communities and responsible tourism initiatives.

TSA has announced a new $45 fee option for air travelers without REAL ID. Beginning February 1, they will begin rolling ...
01/16/2026

TSA has announced a new $45 fee option for air travelers without REAL ID. Beginning February 1, they will begin rolling out a modernized TSA ConfirmID system, giving travelers without acceptable forms of identification an optional alternative identity verification system that provides access to air travel for those who need it.

WASHINGTON – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will roll out the new modernized TSA ConfirmID starting Feb. 1, 2026, giving travelers without a REAL ID or other acceptable forms of identification a new option to fly. For a $45 fee, travelers can use this optional alternative identit...

India offers a broad range of experiences from sacred Hindu rituals to the dazzling lights of Bollywood. In our latest b...
12/22/2025

India offers a broad range of experiences from sacred Hindu rituals to the dazzling lights of Bollywood. In our latest blog, EF Go Ahead Tours shares five insider experiences to have in this country of contrasts.

EF Go Ahead Tours shares five insider experiences for travelers in India including a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi; experiencing Aarti, a ceremony of light devoted to the goddess Ganga; a behind-the-scenes tour of Bollywood; spotting Bengal tigers in Ranthambore National Park; and an exploration o...

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