American Society of Travel Advisors

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TRAINING AND EDUCATION

ASTA's specialized courses range from legal issues and marketing to artificial intelligence. There’s also a wide array of travel advisor fam trips, training and certifications with significant ASTA member discounts on all programs.

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

USING A TRAVEL ADVISOR

Planning a trip today can be complicated and time confusing. Travel advisors are here to help. If you’re ready to pack your bags and you know where you want to go, submit our form to connect directly with a travel advisor.

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BECOME

A TRAVEL ADVISOR

Are you looking for a career with high growth potential? The pandemic has made consumers increasingly appreciative and aware of the benefits of working with a travel advisor so their services are more in demand than ever.

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Featured News

From travel tips and trends to hands-on advice from ASTA members and media coverage of the industry, here are some of our favorite stories.

The American Society of Travel Advisors Statement on Turkish Airlines’ Distribution Strategy

The trade organization has significant concern over the absence of any mention of Sabre, the largest global distribution system (GDS) in the United States.

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ASTA’s Mentoring Program Wins 2024 Magellan Gold Award

This achievement celebrates ASTA’s unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of travel advisors and leaders by fostering growth, learning, and community.

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The American Society of Travel Advisors Unveils Exclusive 2025 Event Lineup

Early registration encouraged as sellouts are expected

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Travel Advisors Welcome DOJ and DOT Inquiry into Air Travel Competition

Industry Trade Group Views this Development as a Vital Response to its Year-Long Advocacy

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Delta Air Lines Named Official Airline Partner for the 2025 ASTA Travel Advisor Conference in Salt Lake City

Registered attendees can receive up to 10% off their flights to attend the most inspiring and impactful industry event of the year

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The Travel Corporation Wins the American Society of Travel Advisor’s 2024 Green Partner in Travel Award

The Society’s third annual award focused specifically on ecotourism this year.

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The Guardian Angels of Travel

It’s when things don’t go to plan - when a flight is canceled, a volcanic eruption shuts down airports or a war breaks out unexpectedly and travel advisors drop everything to jump into action - that travel advisors truly earn their status as guardian angels.

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Travel Advisors Embrace A.I.
No, the robots aren't taking your job. But they can make you better at it.

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What It Takes to Plan A Journey of a Lifetime
Five life-expanding journeys that travel advisors’ clients described as “beyond our wildest dreams” and “filled with experiences I didn’t even know to ask about”.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ASTA events bring together the best minds in the industry. It is where Travel Agency Professionals, convene for inspiration, education, and entertainment. Browse through the series of upcoming events below and register now to start expanding your knowledge.

18-22November

Virtual: River Cruise Week

Join us for ASTA's inaugural River Cruise Week, a virtual event designed to help travel advisors dive into the world of river cruising.

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12-16March

River Cruise Expo 2025

Join us in Vienna to experience more than a dozen river cruise ships. WAIT LIST ONLY

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20-22May

Travel Advisor Conference 2025

The only industry event focused on the skills and insights you need to grow your travel business.

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23-27August

Caribbean Showcase 2025

Experience all things Caribbean with ASTA in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.

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17-20September

Travel Masters 2025

This invitation-only event with supplier executives and agency owners will be held in Ireland.

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06-08October

Legislative Day 2025

Join us on Capitol Hill for the most important advocacy event of the year

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05-06November

Premium Business Summit 2025

ASTA Premium Members gather to discuss the most important issues facing the industry.

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Proud Partners

We are grateful to our most supportive partners, ASTA Proud Partners. Recognizing how important travel advisors are to their success, these companies invest their time and resources to support ASTA’s mission and ensure a healthy and robust travel agency distribution channel.