“Are you going to ski?” and “What are you going to do?” Those were the two most common questions I received when mentioning Banff, Alberta, ...
Below are key points addressed in the fact sheet regarding the new requirements, which are slated to go into effect Oct. 1. To see the ...
In addition to its warm, sunny climate and equally warm people, Birmingham, Alabama, offers many appealing attractions for groups to enjoy. Visit the Birmingham Civil ...
There are many distinctive Pacific Northwest views to catch aboard Portland Spirit & Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler River Cruises—including Bigfoot … maybe. The Oregon-based company now ...
When it comes to Switzerland, it all starts with the Alps. While the European nation boasts tons of assets—ranging from culinary delights such as chocolate ...
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site Richmond, Virginia | nps.gov/mawa During a visit to Walker’s home, groups can learn more about this staunch supporter of equal ...
In early May, I made my first trip to Puerto Rico to participate in the Tourism Cares for Puerto Rico event. Before the educational sessions ...
Looking for a lake destination for your group? Head to Lake Murray in South Carolina. Surrounded by four counties—Lexington, Richland, Newberry and Saluda—this 48,000-acre lake ...
Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains region is a year-round destination, offering lots of outdoor adventures, cozy amenities, unique attractions and fun festivals. Ann Pilcher, tourism sales manager ...
With 285 oversized rooms awaiting the next group of travelers, the FairBridge Hotel & Conference Center in Somerset, New Jersey, is the ideal spot to ...
Whether it’s strolling through a farmers market or viewing sea life during a scuba dive, the Seattle Southside region offers many outdoor adventures for groups. ...
Student groups can soak up the California sunshine in the Greater Palm Springs area and also take in myriad arts enrichment opportunities. “The variety of ...
Flug vier und sechzig von Amsterdam ist gerade eben angekommen. Willkommen in Bremen. The pilot’s welcome did little to ease my anxiety. And I didn’t ...
“There are many reasons why educators and student tour operators choose Toronto, Canada’s Downtown,” says Maxine Morrell-West of Tourism Toronto. “Not only because it’s a ...
From its legendary blues history to its thriving theater and comedy scenes, Chicago is a city whose performing arts venues cover a lot of bases. ...
From its iconic Statue of Liberty and Central Park to the neon lights of Broadway and an A-list lineup of arts-based attractions, New York City ...
Located deep in the heart of central Texas, Fort Worth is home to a group of unique attractions that can enhance any school group tour. ...
His beard was quite impressive. As the receptionist at a beautiful country hotel near Oberammergau, Germany, he handed me the keys for the rooms of ...
Some teachers and school administrators relish the chance to plan a trip for their students—mapping out details, booking rooms and tickets, arranging meals, etc.—while others ...
22 million people can’t be wrong. That’s how many people visit North Dakota each year, and they probably don’t go just to see the fields ...
Located in the southeastern corner of Missouri, Branson welcomes millions of visitors each year—including thousands of school groups—who come to the area to enjoy the ...
A tour operator can provide a great itinerary, and your students can help recruit more participants, but if you want to reduce the cost of ...
How do I get a passport? If it’s your first passport book or if it’s for a child under 16, you need to apply in ...
The American Music Theatre in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, offers backstage programs and onstage performance experiences designed specifically for student groups. “American Music Theatre is a great ...
First Choice Tours Inc. First Choice Tours specializes in safe, educational and memorable field trips for students. We work with all grade levels around the ...
London is one of those places where it is hard to compile a must-do list because, well, there are so many must-dos. Visitors to England’s ...
This February marked the 100 anniversary of the Grand Canyon being named a U.S. national park. A year-long celebration showcasing northern Arizona’s iconic natural landmark, ...
“Detroit has a wide variety of cultural, entertainment and outdoor to-dos to fill up student groups’ days with fun when they visit,” says Kalynne Defever ...
When student groups go to Washington, D.C., they find history around every corner. They also find a plethora of new educational attractions that are going ...
Located in western New York, Rochester is a vibrant destination that blends the charm of a smaller community with big-city amenities. School groups heading to ...
Located in the southwest corner of Colorado, Durango blends history and rugged charm with the natural beauty of a Western mountain town. According to Marsha ...
Thanks to the transformative role Greece played in the development of world cultures, the country remains a popular destination among student travelers. As they tour ...
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is a city for the energetic, and it packs just as much energy into its many attractions, restaurants and lodging accommodations. TopJump ...
In October, one of the United Kingdom’s oldest literary festivals turns 70. The Cheltenham Literature Festival in Gloucestershire, England, inspires more than 9,000 schoolchildren with ...
The jagged peaks of the Canadian Rockies in the Banff-Lake Louise area beckon travelers from across the globe to the twin towns in southern Alberta. ...
While looking out at the beautiful views of the water from PIER 39, student groups need not go far to get a peek into the ...
“In addition to its well-known historical attractions, Boston has an incredible performing arts and theater scene that is really starting to swing and get some ...
De Soto National Memorial marks the area on Florida’s western coast where Hernando De Soto landed in 1539. The National Park Service-managed site, located just ...
While Safir Tours is only six years old, the primary players at the Australian tour company are no strangers to the tourism game. “We have ...
Thousands of travel professionals—representing destinations, hotels, attractions, sightseeing companies, etc.—work with NTA tour operators and their groups. But what goes into assembling a group and ...
From a glimpse of its Badlands to its lineage with a U.S. president, Kansas has a lot on the horizon in 2019. According to Kelli ...
New Orleans barbequed shrimp New Orleans & Company | New Orleans | NTA contact: Thu Tran Don’t break out your grill for this dish. Here ...
With 11 different ecoregions and a landscape that ranges from grasslands and pine-laden forests to mesas and canyons, Oklahoma is a prime spot for outdoor ...
“From historical and urban chic to scrumptious and ultra-hip, there is something unique to see and do in every corner of the city,” says Jessica ...
Travel from the United States to Cuba is expected to increase in 2019, according to a survey conducted by the Center for Responsible Travel, or ...
The knowledgeable staff at A Closer Looks Tours has recently jazzed up its popular Mexico’s Colonial Cities Tour, adding even more unique experiences for groups ...
With 11 craft breweries, two wineries and a distillery operating in Little Rock, Arkansas, groups can find a drink to fit all—well—tastes. “Whether you like ...
Since it opened in 2002, EMI Hawaii has helped groups and FITs discover the beauty and culture of the Aloha State, one island at a ...
The NTA membership includes destination marketing organizations in Dubuque, Waterloo and Des Moines. Each of those Iowa cities is home to a number of attractions, ...
Do you find that your groups aren’t filling as quickly as they used to? Are you interested in adding younger clientele to your groups? What ...
Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2019, Minnesota’s National Eagle Center is dedicated to educating the public about the history, biology and ecology of the creatures. ...
While taking in the beautiful beachy views of both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, groups visiting Costa Rica can observe sea turtles nesting. Five of ...
Located in the southwestern corner of Missouri, Branson welcomes millions of visitors each year who can enjoy the beauty of the Ozark Mountains and the ...
We’ve all been there. The event has been announced, the itinerary put together, the accommodations secured and the ground services finalized. A year passes by ...
“There is a new world of experiences Downunder,” says Charmaine Edwards, principal manager of Great Tour Experiences. “New Zealand is the rest of the world ...
