• 2025 SYTA Annual Conference

    The 2025 SYTA Annual Conference will be hosted in Savannah, GA August 22 – 26, 2025. To learn more, please visit the Annual Conference website here.

  • SYTA Summit 2026

      SYTA Summit 2026 January 20-23, 2026 | Virginia Beach, VA Join us in Virginia Beach for the SYTA Summit 2026, January 20-23, 2026 for an exclusive opportunity for senior leaders to engage in an interactive and intellectually stimulating experience. This year’s theme, Engage, Connect and Influence will empower attendees to communicate clearly, connect authentically and influence action.  

  • The Importance of Self-Care in Tourism

    Virtual Event

    What is self-care? (Beyond spa days—rest, nutrition, boundaries) Why it matters in hospitality and tourism: high-pressure, people-facing roles Identifying your personal self-care needs Building daily self-care habits (micro-breaks, hydration, sleep hygiene) Creating a self-care action plan

  • How to Partner with Receptive Operators & DMCs for International Success

    Virtual Event

    Expanding internationally? Your success depends on who you have on the ground. The International Committee invites you to the first session of a two-part webinar series designed to help you confidently partner with Receptive Operators and Destination Management Companies (DMCs). In this session, you’ll learn: The critical role Receptive Operators and DMCs play in international […]

  • Leadership in SYTA and SYTA Youth Foundation

    Virtual Event

    Interested in a leadership and/or volunteer position within SYTA or the SYTA Youth Foundation? Join Courtenay Betts, Past President of SYTA and Ryan Morris, Past Chair of the SYTA Youth Foundation to learn about available opportunities, what it means to serve, time commitment and more! Webinar will give insight into the upcoming Nominating and Election […]

  • Welcome to SYTA!

    Virtual Event

    Join us for this live New Member Webinar designed to help you make the most of your membership. During this session, you’ll learn how to navigate SYTA’s member resources, discover key programs and events, and find out how to connect with fellow members across the student travel industry. Whether you’re a tour operator, destination, supplier, […]

  • Tourism Cares’ 2026 North American Meaningful Travel Summit

    Asheville, North Carolina , United States

    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. Through focused education, peer exchange, and hands-on learning, attendees will explore how meaningful travel is […]

  • U.S. Travel’s Destination Capitol Hill

    Washington, District of Columbia

    Travel is Essential Destination Capitol Hill (DCH) is the leading advocacy event for the travel industry. Join 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 […]

  • From Expectations to Action: How Associations Are Driving Industry Change

    Asheville, North Carolina , United States

    Tourism Cares' 2026 North American Meaningful Travel Summit Panel Discussion Travel is changing. And expectations around sustainability, community impact, and accountability are only growing. At 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 […]

  • Understanding and Preventing Burnout

    Virtual Event

    Burnout defined: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced performance Unique burnout triggers in tourism (seasonal peaks, customer stress, long shifts) Early warning signs and how to spot them Proactive strategies: workload management, rest cycles, mental reset rituals When to seek professional support

  • U.S. Travel’s IPW 2026

    Broward County Convention Center 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

    Bringing the World to America IPW 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. Learn more on IPW's webpage. Image courtesy of U.S. Travel's IPW.