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ATTA Releases 2025 Annual Adventure Travel Trends & Insights Report
The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) has released its 2025 Adventure Travel Trends & Insights report, offering vital insights into traveler behavior, business performance, sustainability efforts, and market trends in the global adventure travel industry....
The Great American Birthday Quilt Reveal with Visit Williamsburg
Presented By: Visit Williamsburg Location: Merchants Square East Duke of Glaucester Street Williamsburg, VA 23185 Date: April 11, 2026 Time: 1:00 PMJoin Visit Williamsburg and Steve Price, Director of Engagement and Distinguished Artist in Residence at Muscarelle...
Responsible Travel Minute
Thank you for sharing your feedback on which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) matter most to you and your business. Based on your responses, these are the four goals you’ve identified as priorities:Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being Ensuring healthy lives and...
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...