Latest News and Events
A Note from the Health and Safety Committee
2026 is shaping up to be a remarkable year for SYTA Tour Operators.Many operators have reported record growth so far this year, a true testament to the thoughtful planning, professionalism, and dedication you bring to ensuring students and youth enjoy memorable - and...
National Air and Space Museum Announces Plans To Celebrate 50 Years
Five New Galleries Will Open This SummerThe Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum is celebrating 50 years since the building in Washington, D.C., opened to the public and will commemorate this milestone throughout 2026. The museum opened July 1, 1976, as a gift...
USTOA Tour Operator Survey Reveals Industry Growth and Optimism Heading Into 2026 Despite Challenging Global Climate
Nearly 9 out of 10 tour operators expect sales growth next year; confidence remains high as travelers prioritize value, experience, and safety.The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) recently shared the findings of its annual travel trends and forecast...
Driving Impact: Golf Classic Recap
Sponsoring the Hole 15 tee at this year’s SYF Golf Classic was a meaningful experience for Decision Tactical and a great reminder of why the student travel industry is so special. As suppliers, we don’t often get full days dedicated to genuine conversation—but this...
The 2025 Family Travel Survey from The Family Travel Association
The Family Travel Association, NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality, and Good Housekeeping Partner to Deliver the 10th Anniversary Edition of One of the Most Popular Surveys on Family Travel TrendsOn October 20, 2025, the Family Travel Association (FTA), the NYU School...
S.E. Hinton’s Cherished Novel on the Stage
The story that defined a generation has been reimagined as a groundbreaking musical. Adapted from S.E. Hinton’s seminal novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic film, The Outsiders is a thrilling new Broadway musical that took home four Tony Awards®, including Best...
New Broadway Shows Perfect for Your Student Groups!
Laugh-out-loud musical comedies, blockbuster TV and movie adaptations, and electrifying rock scores - whatever your students are looking for, the 2025–2026 Broadway season delivers! TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Dougal, an impossibly upbeat Brit, has...
Powerful, Impressive, and Musical Perfection: The Buena Vista Social Club™
Inspired by true events, the Broadway musical Buena Vista Social Club™ brings the Grammy® Award-winning album to thrilling life—and tells the story of the legends who lived it. A world-class Afro-Cuban band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors, and dancers...
AFC Travel: Making Student Group Airfare Simple
For over 30 years, AFC Travel has been helping student tour operators take flight with stress-free, affordable airfare solutions. Global reach, local care.We work with top airlines around the world and a U.S. based team that’s always here to help. Built for student...
Legislative Update
First, thank you to the members who have reached out to express their concern over the current events impacting student travel and how SYTA is working to advocate on behalf of its members. We understand that you would like to receive more information regarding these...