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Our Core Belief
Travel is essential to a complete education.
Upcoming Events
Destinations International Annual Convention
EXPLORE: Solutions for Today. Strategies for Tomorrow. This year’s Annual Convention brings together the leaders tackling today’s most pressing challenges and shaping what’s next for destination organizations. Over three high-impact days, you’ll engage with peers...
Discover the Possibilities at Mount Vernon
Go beyond the grounds pass and discover how George Washington’s Mount Vernon empowers tour operators to create personalized itineraries through customizable add-ons and immersive experiences. In this webinar, explore options such as private tours, musical...
SYTA Annual Conference
What We Do
We instill confidence in our travelers by establishing quality and safety standards for travel providers, and we empower our members through advocacy, education, training, and networking opportunities.
Latest News & Information
Allied Members In Action
SYTA is working with Allied members to respond to the Great American Outdoors Act 250. We sent a letter representing businesses across the group travel and commercial tour industries. Please see the letter and information on the letter. We appreciate your support of...
Make a Broadway Memory That’ll Last Forever!
Want to give your students an experience they’ll remember for a lifetime? Take them to see a Broadway show! Broadway Inbound has a wide range of choices for student and youth groups, with shows for every age, taste, and budget. Book your group to see a classic musical...
Representing SYTA at the USTOA Congressional Caucus
Earlier this month, a contingent of SYTA members attended the Congressional Caucus in Washington DC with USTOA members in order to represent the student travel industry. While the issues being discussed across these meetings were important to the travel industry...
Meet the Candidates for SYTA Board of Directors 2026!
The SYTA Nominating Committee presents the following active candidates for the SYTA Board of Directors. Voting opens Monday, July 20 at 12:00 PM EDT and closes Friday, July 31 at 5:00 PM Eastern. This official ballot is being sent to the primary contact of each Active...
SYTA is much more than just a membership organization.
It’s a Community.
Education
Workshops and educational sessions at the SYTA Annual Conference as well as webinars and exclusive articles on topics of interest.
Support
Business growth ideas, resources, and promotional opportunities.
Knowledge
Shared information keeps members at the forefront of industry developments and enhancements.
Networking
Intimate access to leading decision-makers on both tour operator and supplier sides of the industry.
Leadership
A wide variety of ways to get involved for personal and professional growth, including CTSP designation.
Why We Do It
Our members are dedicated to providing life-enhancing travel experiences to students and young people
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