On the Last 100 Miles of Route 66 in Illinois, you can immerse yourself in the kitschy and quaint charm of the Mother Road as ...
Welcome to Springfield, Missouri, where you’ll find the original Bass Pro Shops, Springfield-style cashew chicken, and the true heart of Route 66 still beating strong. ...
Located in the heart of Illinois, Springfield is your overnight stop on Historic Route 66. People from around the world are drawn to the aura ...
Welcome to Chicago Southland, where boring group tours don’t exist. Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, this amazing mecca of unique suburbs offers everything you’re ...
In February, we honor those who gave their hearts—and for some, their lives—to the cause of racial equality, justice, and change. As we celebrate Black ...
The Route 66 centennial in 2026 will mark 100 years since the iconic highway was established. It will be a momentous occasion to celebrate the ...
Sioux Falls is the perfect “off the beaten path” group-tour destination. Located in Eastern South Dakota at the junction of Interstates I-29 and I-90, Sioux ...
Always Legendary Springfield, Illinois, located on iconic, historic Route 66, is the history-filled capital of Illinois! Your group is in for an experience that’s one ...
The working words of the St. Joseph, Missouri, CVB are “Saluting our heritage. Building our future.” Travel planners, though, should add a word to this ...
Always Legendary Springfield, located on iconic, historic Route 66, the history-filled capital of Illinois! Your group is in for an experience that’s one for the history ...
Destinations are finding ways to tell the important (past and present) stories of the Black community. In the wake of a tumultuous 2020 in the ...
In spite of all the trouble brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, destinations march on, creating new tour product and joining the fight for equality ...
Hitting the open road means different things to different people. For some, getting behind the handlebars of a motorcycle and taking a long ride is ...
CroisiEurope America River cruising made easy! With over 50 river ships and barges, CroisiEurope offers the most diverse collection of small cruises in the world. ...
Carson City, Nevada Historical claim to fame: Abraham Lincoln, recognizing the importance of Nevada’s silver and gold to the Union’s Civil War effort, signed Nevada ...
When it is time to explore the great outdoors, wildlife viewing has always been a popular activity for students. Educators that include visits to nature ...
Where you stay during your travels is kind of a big deal, and these NTA-member, Arkansas-based lodging options live up to those expectations: Doubletree by ...
With an award-winning culinary scene, trendy shops, and beautiful memorials, Overland Park is Kansas’ second-most populous city and home to many enjoyable attractions. Visit Overland ...
As the fastest-growing metro area in the Midwest, Des Moines has several highlights—namely its bustling, top-rated farmers’ market and exciting shopping destinations, according to Des ...
Drury Hotels At Drury Hotels, a good night’s sleep is just the beginning. Our friendly tour team and generous free amenities—including Wi-Fi, a hot breakfast, ...
St. Joseph is a northwestern Missouri city with big offerings and unique stories—including some familiar history. “Our big draw for groups is still, and hopefully ...
The Nebraska Tourism Commission’s Micheal Collins says two of the organization’s up-and-coming itineraries for this year are centered on some well-known native wildlife: birds and ...
While Oklahoma’s metropolitan areas are bustling with fresh offerings, the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department’s Todd Stallbaumer says there are also gems to find in ...
Port Arthur, Texas, has lassoed the ultimate coastal experience—from history and seafood to getting a bird’s eye view of the region’s wildlife. Callie Summerlin, sales ...
Thanks to a burgeoning culinary scene and its signature attraction, the Alamo, San Antonio wows travelers in many ways. The city provides a range of ...
With so many destinations around the globe becoming more and more accessible, those must-see places are well within reach for modern travelers. And that concept ...
Looking for a different kind of tour? An exceptional experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories? Three NTA members specialize in unique tour products ...
“From cowboy culture to lively restaurants and entertainment options, groups of all sizes can find accommodating attractions throughout Oklahoma City,” says Sandy Price of the ...
From powerhouse vocalists Carrie Underwood and Kristin Chenoweth to indie rock stars The Flaming Lips and St. Vincent to country legends Blake Shelton and Vince ...
Located on the West Texas plains, Odessa offers a good mix of activities and attractions. “Odessa is a wonderful place for groups to come and ...
At the Missouri History Museum, display ideas can be found in unlikely places—and result in unlikely exhibits. “It can be something as simple as a ...
Modern museums are talking history—and not just the high points. The industry is moving in a direction of inclusivity, directing displays towards telling the whole ...
As Texas’ largest history museum, the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum is a sprawling assemblage of artifacts and exhibits that explore the region’s exciting tales of weaponry, ...
Student travelers have a world of world-class destinations to explore, from Fort Worth to Toronto, when they head out on school trips. They can connect with ...
NTA’s annual gathering is a miraculous mashup of business development and relationship building. And this year, when delegates saddle up and ride into Fort Worth, ...
During my most recent trip to San Antonio, I spent a full day exploring the city’s legendary missions. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
Conroe, Texas, is officially a hot spot for live music; they recently received the Music Friendly Communities designation from the Texas Music Office. It’s one ...
“Groups really enjoy the authentic Texas experience and friendly nature of our city,” says Estela Martinez-Stuart, director of tourism at Visit Fort Worth. “Without fail, ...
I was quite theatrical when I visited Chicago in July. I don’t mean I was dramatic; I only mean I visited two NTA-member theaters. We saw ...
For two cities separated by a mere 30 miles and often viewed as one Texas-sized megalopolis, Dallas and Fort Worth couldn’t be more different. In ...
“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 ...
✖ venue | ◣ festival | ◉ music district | ⬛ music heritage attraction | ✱ local music hero Denver, Colorado The Denver music scene is scorching. On any given ...
The outlet outlook With 60 stores offering sales up to 65 percent off, the center, located off I-5 between Los Angeles and San Francisco, is ...
Center your compass over Milwaukee and use the city as a starting point to explore all the culinary corners of Wisconsin. As a food writer, ...
They conjure up images from childhood visits to museums: endless relics explained in excruciating detail by docents who, in their zeal, fail to notice the ...
The vintage steam and diesel locomotives of Texas State Railroad take passengers on a 25-mile journey between the East Texas towns of Rusk and Palestine, ...
