Press

PRESS RELEASES

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

ASTA Partners with Signature Travel Network on Industry Training

September 2023
ASTA Applauds Suppliers Who Make Timely Commission Payments

September 2023
ASTA’s Caribbean Showcase Grows Exponentially in Second Year

August 2023
ASTA Lodges Complaint with DOT Concerning NDC Implementation; Demands AA Restore Access to All Fares

August 2023
Venus Williams to Headline American Society of Travel Advisors Global Convention in 2024

June 2023
American Society of Travel Advisors Kicks Off Mentorship Initiative

June 2023
Legislators Hear from the Frontline of American Travel Industry

June 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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