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If you’re ready to start planning group trips again, you may not know where your allowed to go or who to call for help. We’re solving those problems with a free tool called Tourism Navigator.

 

Wednesday Webinar

Groups have started traveling again according to our recent survey, but how do we keep the momentum going and connect groups with DMOs? To help answer that question, we hosted a Group Travel Roundtable with Brian Jewell, vice president & executive editor, and Kelly Tyner, vice president of sales and marketing.

Groups Have Already Resumed Trips

Nearly one-fifth of America’s travel groups have resumed trips, according to a new survey conducted by The Group Travel Leader in early September. Read more about what other groups had to say about getting back on the road.

Solving Big Problems

Even though destinations are beginning to open up, group travel planners face some big problems when trying to put tours together. We’re solving those problems with a new tool called Tourism Navigator.

Navigating Forward

If you’re ready to start planning group trips again, you may not know where your allowed to go or who to call for help. We’re solving those problems with a free tool called Tourism Navigator.

Attractions Webinar

What will reopening look like for our industry? To help answer that question, we hosted a Group Travel Roundtable with guests, Alexia Edge (Ripley's Aquarium at Myrtle Beach), "Whiskey Jean" Michalak (Evan Williams Bourbon Experience and Bourbon Heritage Center) and Nancy Willhoite (BB Riverboats).

The Comeback Starts Here

The tourism industry is poised for a comeback. Executive editor Brian Jewell believes that #TravelAwaits, and in this video he shares experiences from the road to help you be part of travel’s comeback.

Travel’s Creative Minds are Shining

With most of their employees working off site, some attractions and destinations have found innovative ways to engage with their fans on social media. Here are a few that are entertaining us.

Read the May Issue

#TravelAwaits takes center stage in the May issue of The Group Travel Leader. Check out the digital edition for some hope and inspiration, as well as travel ideas for future trips in destinations like Wisconsin, Mississippi and Georgia.

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Get free #TravelAwaits graphics to add to your email signature, social media profiles, and marketing materials in print and online.

Read the April Issue

Read The Group Travel Leader online for a message of hope and ideas for your future trips.

Uplifting Videos

Destinations are reminding their followers that #TravelAwaits. Here are some videos that inspired us.

Up Close On Line

Just because museums and theaters are closed doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy them. Hundreds of attractions are offering online tours and performances for visitors. Here’s a small sample.

Stories of Hope

In a dark time, the best of humanity shines through. Here are stories of hope and outreach from tourism partners around the country, as well as some news that points toward an optimistic future.

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Travel on the Horizon

We want to spread a message of endurance and optimism. We want to inspire people to look forward to a future full of travel. We want to rally people in unity and solidarity.

See You at Stella's

Find out where I’ll be eating when all this is over and how you can bring hope to communities at home and on the road. #TravelAwaits for all of us. And when you venture out again, I’ll see you at Stella’s.

Travel Dreams Endure

Savvy tour operators are already planning their comebacks. We talked to three forward-thinkers who shared their strategies for restarting their trips and keeping travelers safe.

Where We'll be Going

We recently asked our staff, “Where are you looking forward to going when you can travel again?”

Rising Up

All around us, people have been rising to the challenge. Now, it’s our turn.

The Great Reopening

Savvy tour operators are already planning their comebacks. We talked to three forward-thinkers who shared their strategies for restarting their trips and keeping travelers safe.

Spring is Coming

Brian Jewell has a message of hope for the travel industry: No matter how difficult this time is, a better season is on the way.

Dressed for Travel

Even while we're staying home, Mac Lacy is dressing for travel. Find out why and get yourself ready to hit the road too.

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Add the logo to your Facebook profile photo to show your solidarity and remind your friends and family that #TravelAwaits!

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