ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents)

ASTA is the world's largest association of travel professionals. Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc. NOTE: Membership in this group is NOT membership in ASTA.

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The top 10 travel technologies for agencies

The travel industry is evolving rapidly, with new technologies reshaping how agencies operate and interact with clients. For travel agencies, keeping pace with these changes is crucial not just for survival but for thriving in a competitive market. This guide will explore the top ten travel technologies that are revolutionizing the industry and offer practical insights and actionable strategies for integrating these tools into your business. read post

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How agents can find ChatGPT very helpful

JUTTHANA JAIDEE Imagine planning a vacation by telling your smartphone, "I want to take a four-day trip to Los Angeles in June" and having it spit out a perfect itinerary. That future might not quite be here yet – but with the power of AI and software like ChatGPT, (GPT being short for Generative Pre-trained Transformer), a big step in that direction has definitely been indeed taken. read post

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Nepal well-known trekking route

Langtang Gosaikunda Helambu Trekking:- A Journey Through Himalayan Wilderness and HeritageLangtang Gosaikunda Helambu Trek is one of Nepal’s most enriching trekking routes, combining spectacular Himalayan landscapes, sacred alpine lakes, and deep-rooted Tamang and Sherpa cultural experiences. This trek traverses through Langtang Valley, the mystical Gosaikunda Lake, and the tranquil Helambu region, making it an excellent choice for trekkers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion.…

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SEO for for travel agents & other industry professionals

scyther5 As a travel company - whether you're a tour operator, travel agent, hotel, transportation provider, destination management company, or whatever - or you are certainly wondering how you can get the most out of search-engine optimization. With a well thought out SEO strategy, you can win over users. In addition, they rank higher in Google searches, which generates additional traffic. Search-engine optimization (SEO) basically includes all measures that help to improve the ranking of…

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Vincent Bontoux November 6, 2026 at 9:02am

Another sign of the times: AI travel agents https://www.ft.com/content/befb7f34-9357-492b-a40b-2132d3256bcc?syn...

Holiday industry prepares for the agentic travel agent

Chatbots could help to find, filter and book customers’ destinations
Jorge Carlos Tejada Sobrino June 13, 2026 at 11:56am

With all the uncertainty going on at the moment, Condé Nast Traveler reminds us how agents can be of particular help at times like these https://www.cntraveler.com/story/the-importance-of-travel-specialis...

The Importance of Travel Specialists During Times of Disruption

As global travel continues to be unpredictable, the security of a specialized travel advisor has never been more invaluable.
Helen Brown December 27, 2025 at 11:12pm

Black travel site Travel Noir highlights several key black travel agents https://travelnoire.com/top-black-travel-advisors

Black Travel Advisors You Should Know - Travel Noire
David Paul Appell December 26, 2025 at 9:40am

Online travel agencies are booming, but AI could come to threaten their dominance https://skift.com/2025/12/23/online-travel-is-set-for-growth-but-ai...

Online Travel Is Set for Growth, But AI Threatens the Status Quo

OTAs are posting record revenues, and the top four still dominate. But they face a major shift if AI platforms bypass them altogether.
Maria de los Angeles August 30, 2025 at 12:09pm

Some interesting insights from travel advisors on how their field will evolve over the course of the rest of this decade https://www.travelpulse.com/news/agents/travel-advisors-assess-how-...
Max Pesling December 28, 2024 at 3:20pm

Condé Nast Traveler takes a look at the travel agent industry these days - and how to become one: https://www.cntraveler.com/story/how-to-become-travel-agent

How to Become a Travel Agent—Because, Believe It or Not, the Industry Is on the Rise

In 2023, a growing number of people are turning their love of travel into a career.
Jordan Simon May 8, 2023 at 3:50pm

Thanks to the Internet, travelers acting as their own travel agents is of course exceedingly common these days, But Forbes recently highlighted that many are turning back to agents/advisors for several very good reasons: https://www.forbes.com/sites/irenelevine/2023/05/04/5-reasons-trave...

5 Reasons Travel Advisors Are More Important Than Ever Before

Travelers are increasingly turning to travel advisors post-pandemic because planning, booking, and taking a trip has become more complicated.
José Balido October 26, 2022 at 9:28am

USA Today has been running a five-part series on how to travel better, and in this part they canvas several travel agents: https://news.yahoo.com/dont-travel-mistakes-travel-agents-090011040...
Nayaz Noor April 28, 2020 at 5:43am

Safir Tours Australia has re-branded and is now trading as 39 Degrees South.

A new website has been launched with links to several itineraries.

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39 Degrees South - Your Local Australian Travel Partner

39 Degrees South operates on behalf of international travel agencies. We are your local Australian travel partner for exciting travel experiences.
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