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PRESS RELEASES

Learn the latest news about ASTA and the travel agency community.

The American Society of Travel Advisors is Disappointed by DOT’s Lack of Understanding of Travel Agencies and the Role They Play in Selling Airline Tickets

April 2024
American Airlines Postpones NDC & AAdvantage Changes

April 2024
Travel Advisor Conference 2024 Officially Sold Out

April 2024
Global Travel Advisor Groups Raise Concerns around American Airlines’ Anti-Competitive Actions

April 2024
U.S. Travel Advisors Respond to Viking Cruises' Plan to Grow Direct Sales

April 2024
ASTA Accepting Nominations for "Travel Advisor of the Year" Award

April 2024
The American Society of Travel Advisors Expands Travel Advisor Mentorship Opportunities

April 2024
The River Cruise Expo Sails to Vienna in 2025

March 2024
The 2024 ASTA River Cruise Expo Kicks Off in Amsterdam

March 2024
Applications Are Open for the Entrepreneur of the Year Contest

February 2024
The American Society of Travel Advisors Seeks Candidates for National Board of Directors

February 2024
ASTA submitted comments to the Federal Trade Commission on hidden and deceptive fees

February 2024
Tips to Safeguard Your Vacation on National Plan for Vacation Day

January 2024
Southwest Business Offers Flight Discounts for the ASTA Travel Advisor Conference

December 2023
ASTA Holds 2023 Premium Business Summit in Indian Wells, CA

November 2023
American Society of Travel Advisors Launches Rebranded ‘The Travel Advisor Conference’

November 2023
American Society of Travel Advisors Launches New Career Pathway Training

October 2023
ASTA Partners with Signature Travel Network on Industry Training

September 2023
ASTA Applauds Suppliers Who Make Timely Commission Payments

September 2023

A Sampling of Our

MEDIA PLACEMENTS

Here’s a small sampling of the media outlets that ASTA’s public relations team has provided with information to educate travelers about all the advantages of using a travel advisor and to showcase their professionalism and expertise.

ASTA in the News

Media Coverage

The ASTA Communications team serves as travel advisor evangelists to the media, to consumers and to the world at large.

CNN Says Travel Advisors are at Their Best When Travel is Most Complex
Whether it's a pandemic, heatwaves or airline strikes, travel advisors have it handled.

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Washington Post on Why Travel Industry Ethics Matter
ASTA's logo is a seal of approval for the travel consumer.

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A New Breed of Travel Agents
ASTA worked with CBS News to develop a piece on the "new breed" of travel agents.

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New York Times' Things to Know When Choosing a Travel Agent
With consumers looking to travel more than ever, New York Times gives the four things to know when choosing a travel advisor.

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Do People Still Use Travel Agents?
National Geographic looks into whether or not people still use travel advisors, and the answer is a resounding yes!

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Why Using a Travel Advisor Will Make Your Vacations More Enjoyable
USA Today took a closer look at the extra perks, comfort and peace of mind that comes with working with a trusted travel advisor.

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AARP's 4 Reasons to Hire a Travel Agent
AARP listed four of the top reasons you need to hire a travel advisor for your next trip.

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Save and Access Perks by Working with a Certified Travel Professional

Cardrates.com looks at how working with an ASTA Verified Travel Advisor benefits travelers.

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