What one big social marketing thing is worthy of the time and focus of travel industry professionals in 2019? Every year there’s another bright and ...
Located along the Mississippi River, Vicksburg National Military Park recalls the battle that is often viewed as a turning point in the U.S. Civil War. ...
Walk and talk (and eat) in Jasper Foodie tours in Jasper National Park include short walks and informative talks between four downtown restaurants and several ...
Saskatchewan is an agricultural powerhouse, holding nearly 50 percent of Canada’s arable land. The province ranks as one of the world’s top exporters of wheat, ...
Halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier national parks, under the shadows of Mt. Helena and Mt. Ascension, lies Montana’s picturesque capital city. “Helen-a,” as locals say ...
Winnipeg offers visitors a wealth of cultural experiences, including Folklorama, but groups can also get their game on when they visit Manitoba’s capital city. Any ...
by Dr. Peter Tarlow Regardless of one’s role in the tourism industry, the safety of clients and staff has to be the No. 1 priority. ...
1. Bonnet House Museum & Gardens Built in 1920 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is one of the few remaining ...
The Mount Rushmore State has an embarrassment of riches for visitors. In addition to the four presidents’ faces and the state’s other granite sculpture, NTA-member ...
You could say the Cowboy State is indisputably first in its class. It’s home to the first U.S. national park (Yellowstone), the first national monument ...
There’s only one commercial tea farm in America, and it’s found on Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina, at the Charleston Tea Plantation. Business Manager Jane Knight ...
1. Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site (Victoria) At this west coast artillery fortress that was on active duty from 1895 to 1956, you can ...
When groups visit beautiful Savannah, they’ll find several NTA-member offerings, from walking tours of Broughton Street to seeing the city from the water. “Even though ...
Most folks think of February as the month of love: celebrating Valentine’s Day, remembering loved ones and recognizing the importance of love in our lives. ...
One of Canada’s most well-known events, Folklorama, is turning 50 this year. This popular festival, held in Winnipeg for two weeks each August (2019 dates ...
The Outer Banks is a hot spot for unique experiences, from watching horses run wild on the beach to seeing the tallest natural sand dunes ...
The Gem State has it all: beauty (31 scenic highways carve their way through canyons, valleys and mountains); history (think Lewis and Clark and Sacagawea); ...
It took 35,000 men to blast through mountains and build a railroad from Skagway, Alaska, to Whitehorse, Yukon. But much smaller groups can enjoy the ...
Movie fans might know North Dakota more from the Coen brothers’ campy film classic “Fargo” than from actually visiting the Roughrider State. That would be ...
We enjoyed lunch and good company at Café Reconcile, a social enterprise in Central City that employs at-risk youth and provides culinary and job training ...
There are some 42,000 Christian churches, chapels and meeting houses in the United Kingdom, and visiting these buildings can provide a better understanding of the ...
Among its nearly endless array of intriguing destinations and attractions, Oregon is home to a diverse group of National Park Service-managed sites. Here is a ...
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Los Angeles | NTA contact: Rowena Adalid | academymuseum.org Set to open later this year, the attraction on Wilshire and Fairfax ...
In the school’s 14-year heyday, the innovative and controversial academy became the most influential art and design school in the world. Hundreds of renowned designers, ...
Sightseeing Cruise Company Gold Hornblower Cruises & Events Founded in 1980, Hornblower provides cruises from seven California port cities—San Francisco, Berkeley, Sacramento, Long Beach, Newport ...
“Juneau is a great place for travelers because of its scenery and outdoor adventures, as well as its arts and culture scene,” says Liz Perry, ...
Foxwoods Resort Casino has welcomed motorcoach groups for more than 25 years, according to Sales Manager George Yerger. From bingo to indoor ziplining, the resort ...
National Cowboy Poetry Gathering (January) This popular event brings together entertainers and enthusiasts for six days of poetry, music, dancing, workshops, exhibits, conversations, food and ...
Located between Seattle and Vancouver, British Columbia, Tulalip Resort Casino sits on beautiful, hard-to-miss property with fountains and leaping orcas welcoming guests. Director of Sales ...
Monumental Views Hear the crashing waves. See the breathtaking views. Soak up every drop of powerful spray aboard the Maid of the Mist. It’s the ...
“The Limburg region in Flanders, Belgium, really stands out because of its excellent cycling,” says Marco Frank, trade manager for Visit Flanders. “It’s also an ...
French Incoming is a receptive tour operator that specializes in historical and cultural tours for groups, individuals and families. Tours are customized to each group’s ...
The Dutch city of Leiden has long been known as a bastion of intellectual freedom. It is the home of the Netherlands’ oldest university—which was ...
As I walked through the rows of display booths towards the Travel Exchange show floor, it hit me. Something big was different. The walled aisles that ...
Groups exploring the southwestern Washington city of Long Beach can add a tasty culinary component to their tours, as the coastal peninsula is a major ...
The newly restored Moat Brae House is just one of the sites to see on Scotland’s newest touring routes, South West Coastal 300 and North ...
Britain will be all abuzz in 2019, from literary festivals to opening an historical house to the public for the first time—one that inspired an ...
Located on the coast of Biloxi, Mississippi, the luxurious Beau Rivage offers many services exclusive to the resort and to groups. Buses can park beneath ...
One on the largest prehistoric structures in the United States is Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. The National Park Service-managed site is located in Coolidge, ...
According to recent data compiled by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs, more than 42 percent of U.S. citizens have a valid ...
There are treasures to find in the most-loved areas of Ireland as well as at those places that aren’t as well known. Sean Fenton, owner ...
On June 15, the USS Drum Living History Crew will perform reenactments on the oldest American submarine on display, and a new kiosk featuring photos ...
Thunder Bay, off the shores of Alpena, Michigan, is one of the most treacherous stretches of water in the Great Lakes. Murky fog banks, rocky ...
2017 was a big year in Portugal, as the country’s famed pilgrimage site, Fátima, celebrated its 100th anniversary. The events surrounding the commemoration brought thousands ...
“(Our) diverse culture lends to a variety of shopping experiences, from independent boutiques along posh Metairie Road to outdoor farmers and art markets in the ...
Founded in 1929, Guðmundur Jónasson Travel Iceland has spent the last nine decades showcasing its native land to travelers from around the world. It offers ...
“The fact that this rail line started out in the late 1880s as 1.7 miles of track to facilitate farming and industry within the walls ...
Heritage Park Historical Village is Canada’s largest living-history attraction, and it excels at sharing the country’s story with the world. “As a Destination Canada Signature ...
“Joyfully setting the stage for a wide variety of classic and contemporary art, theater and music events and exhibitions year-round, Fairbanks shines,” she says. “Local ...
The land that now includes the city was purchased from the Wampanoag tribe in the mid-17th century. Following the establishment of an English/Quaker settlement around ...
“Kamloops is known as a hub community,” says Lisa Strachan, director of destination development and trade relations for Tourism Kamloops. The British Columbia city is ...
The travel bug bit when I was in high school and my family and I took our first vacation “out west.” During our vacation from ...
Among the many compelling attractions awaiting student groups visiting the Bay Area, here are three educational spots that offer a look at unique aspects of ...
Idaho scenery does not lack diversity, according to Laurie McConnell, senior tourism communications specialist at the Idaho Division of Tourism Development. “We offer everything from ...
✖ venue | ◣ festival | ◉ music district | ⬛ music heritage attraction | ✱ local music hero Denver, Colorado The Denver music scene is scorching. On any given ...
