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the skill of understanding people — and managing their expectations and interactions — makes the travel planner a deft human resource manager as well as a part-time psychologist. Understanding those traits and how they meld together in a group is a valuable skill for group leaders.
The 2026 Going on Faith Conference is headed to the charming riverfront city of Owensboro, Kentucky, this August 11-13.
In 2026, the Group Travel Family lineup features specialized events that cater to diverse segments of group travel, including four key conferences: Select Traveler Conference, Going on Faith Conference, African American Travel Conference and GroupTravelCon.
SALEM, Ohio — GroupTravelCon (GTC) 2026, the leading networking event for group travel planners and suppliers, will take place June 8–10, 2026, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. US Tours has been announced as the official host sponsor, highlighting its strong support for building connections and pushing innovation in the group travel industry. GroupTravelCon will offer invaluable […]
GroupTravelCon is one of the nation’s premier events dedicated to connecting travel planners, tour operators and destination representatives in a focused, productive environment. The 2025 conference will take place October 28–30 in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Frances Sheets, a planner who recently attended the 2025 African American Travel Conference (AATC) in Buffalo, New York, shared heartfelt appreciation for the experience, emphasizing just how valuable these events are for industry professionals.
The Group Travel Family reports that domestic group travel is up 3% and that the average age of these group travelers is dropping.
Luxury travel met cultural celebration as AmaWaterways made a standout appearance at the 2025 African American Travel Conference (AATC), held May 21"“23 in Buffalo, New York. As a proud sponsor of the event, the company showcased its premium river cruise offerings, highlighting its commitment to luxury travel.
The Group Travel Family of Brands is bringing on Owen Edwards as a travel industry intern this summer.
Going on Faith Conference is headed to the vibrant Cincy Region this summer, taking place August 6"“8, 2025, in Hebron, Kentucky, just outside of Cincinnati.
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