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SUMMARY:Tourism Cares' 2026 North American Meaningful Travel Summit
DESCRIPTION:Build the knowledge\, relationships\, and perspective needed to lead on sustainability in today’s travel industry. This three-day Summit is designed for travel professionals seeking practical ways to integrate sustainability\, community impact\, and resilience into their business models\, products\, and partnerships. \nThrough focused education\, peer exchange\, and hands-on learning\, attendees will explore how meaningful travel is being applied across destinations and organizations\, and how those approaches translate into stronger performance\, credibility\, and long-term value. The Summit brings together industry leaders who are committed to moving sustainability beyond intention and into implementation. \nHosted in Asheville\, North Carolina\, the 2026 North American Meaningful Travel Summit uses the destination as a living case study. Asheville’s commitment to environmental responsibility\, social impact\, and recovery following Hurricane Helene offers timely insights into how tourism can support communities while remaining commercially viable. From engaging with local enterprises to experiencing trade-ready impact in action\, the learning is designed to inform and strengthen your work — wherever you sit in the industry.
URL:https://syta.org/event/tourism-cares-2026-north-american-meaningful-travel-summit/
LOCATION:Asheville\, North Carolina\, United States
CATEGORIES:Travel Industry
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
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SUMMARY:U.S. Travel's Destination Capitol Hill
DESCRIPTION:Travel is Essential\n\nDestination Capitol Hill (DCH) is the leading advocacy event for the travel industry. \nJoin us in Washington\, D.C. from April 14-15\, 2026 as hundreds of travel industry leaders come together to showcase the economic power of travel and advocate for policies that ensure America is prepared to seamlessly welcome millions of visitors during a historic decade of events—including the 2026 FIFA World Cup\, America250\, and the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. \nLearn more on the U.S. Travel Association website.
URL:https://syta.org/event/u-s-travels-destination-capitol-hill/
LOCATION:Washington\, District of Columbia
CATEGORIES:Travel Industry
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SUMMARY:From Expectations to Action: How Associations Are Driving Industry Change
DESCRIPTION:Tourism Cares’ 2026 North American Meaningful Travel Summit Panel Discussion\nTravel is changing. And expectations around sustainability\, community impact\, and accountability are only growing. \nAt this year’s North American Meaningful Travel Summit\, association leaders from the United States Tour Operators Association\, SYTA: Student & Youth Travel Association\, ASTA – American Society of Travel Advisors\, National Tour Association\, and Destinations International will come together to discuss how our industry can move from intention to action. \nHear from: SYTA CEO Carylann Assante\, CAE\, Terry Dale\, Zane Kerby\, Catherine Prather\, CTP\, and Don Welsh as they share how associations are helping guide the industry toward more responsible\, community-centered travel and why coordinated leadership matters more than ever. \nLearn more on the Summit agenda page.
URL:https://syta.org/event/from-expectations-to-action-how-associations-are-driving-industry-change/
LOCATION:Asheville\, North Carolina\, United States
CATEGORIES:Travel Industry
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
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SUMMARY:National Travel and Tourism Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is the U.S. travel industry’s annual tradition of recognizing the essential role travel plays in powering our economy\, strengthening communities and connecting America. \nEstablished by U.S. Travel Association\, NTTW brings the industry together each year to spotlight travel’s impact—from supporting 15 million jobs to generating critical tax revenue that funds public services and infrastructure in communities nationwide. \nIn 2026\, the theme “Postmarked: Essential” highlights a simple truth: travel is not optional—it is fundamental to America’s economy\, workforce and way of life. Every trip taken\, every visitor welcomed and every experience created leaves a mark on communities across the country. Travel drives opportunity\, fuels growth and keeps America connected. \nAs the nation looks ahead to major global moments and milestones—including its 250th anniversary—NTTW is a moment to recognize the industry that drives travel to and across America—and the communities it supports. \nLearn more on the U.S. Travel Association website! \nImage courtesy of the U.S. Travel Association.
URL:https://syta.org/event/national-travel-and-tourism-week-2026/
CATEGORIES:Travel Industry
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
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SUMMARY:U.S. Travel's IPW 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bringing the World to America \nIPW is the premier travel trade show driving international visitation to the United States. In 2026\, thousands of buyers\, suppliers and media will gather in Greater Fort Lauderdale to connect\, collaborate and generate billions in future U.S. travel.\n  \nLearn more on IPW’s webpage. \n  \nImage courtesy of U.S. Travel’s IPW.
URL:https://syta.org/event/u-s-travels-ipw-2026/
LOCATION:Broward County Convention Center\, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33316\, United States
CATEGORIES:Travel Industry
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
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SUMMARY:NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:Global by Design \nThe NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo is the largest and most dynamic international education event in the world. Uniting thousands of professionals from more than 100 countries\, the NAFSA International Education Expo highlights the diverse and innovative programs\, products\, and services advancing the future of international education and exchange.\n \nLearn more on the NAFSA 2026 website.\n \nImage courtesy of NAFSA.
URL:https://syta.org/event/nafsa-2026-annual-conference-expo/
LOCATION:Orange County Convention Center\, West Building\, 9800 International Dr\, Orlando\, F\, 32819\, United States
CATEGORIES:Travel Industry
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