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Trade Associations & Partners
Because business is about relationships, knowing where to seek advice, where to get legal support, where to find marketing support, and the myriad of other information that helps businesses grow is important. With this in mind, we seek out organizations that do just that.
Below are some of the travel industry associations we feel are advocates not just for us, but for you as well.
Association of Retail Travel Agents (ARTA)
The largest nonprofit association in North America, the Association of Retail
Travel Agents represents the collective strength of more than 3,600
travel professionals worldwide.
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The American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA)
The leading advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling
public, and the largest association of travel professionals worldwide, the
American Society of Travel Agents’ mission is to facilitate the business of
selling travel through effective representation, shared knowledge and the
enhancement of professionalism. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.,
is a proud partner of ASTA at the Platinum Level.
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Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
Cruise Lines International Association is the world’s largest cruise
association and is dedicated to the promotion and growth of the cruise
industry. More than 16,000 travel agencies are affiliated with CLIA and display
the CLIA seal. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., accepts CLIA
numbers and pays full commission with no fees deducted to CLIA members.
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National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents (NACTA)
The National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents is the travel industry's
leading national trade association representing independent contractors,
outside sales agents, cruise and tour-oriented agents. NACTA is an affiliate of
ASTA, the largest association representing travel agents in the world. Starwood
Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., accepts the NACTA credentials and pays
full commission with no fees deducted to NACTA members.
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National Tour Association (NTA)
The National Tour Association is a trade organization of thousands of tourism
professionals involved in the growth and development of the packaged travel
industry. NTA is committed to providing business opportunities and professional
education in an environment where members can foster relationships with one
another.
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Outside Sales Support Network OSSN
The Outside Sales Support Network (OSSN) is a travel industry trade association
representing and supporting the Independent Travel Agents, Home Based Travel
Agency, Independent Contractor Seller of Travel and the Outside Sales Travel
Agent. OSSN provides educational programs and networking communication
platforms to its over 60 chapters and over 5,800 members.
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Travel Industry Association (TIA)
Based in Washington, D.C., TIA is a voice and political liaison for the entire
industry. TIA promotes increased travel to and within the United States through
marketing initiatives, including the Discover America brand.
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The Travel Institute
Established in 1964, The Travel Institute serves as a community of knowledge
and insight for all travel professionals. Through innovative education
programs, professional certifications and customized learning solutions, The
Institute fulfills its non-profit mission to promote a standard of industry
knowledge and excellence.
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The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA)
The United States Tour Operators Association, USTOA, is a professional
association representing the tour operator industry. USTOA is composed of
companies whose tours and packages encompass the entire globe and who conduct
business in the U.S. USTOA members number among the top names in travel and
represent the entire spectrum of vacation packages and tours available
today.
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