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Travel is essential to a complete education.
Upcoming Events
Destinations International Annual Convention
EXPLORE: Solutions for Today. Strategies for Tomorrow. This year’s Annual Convention brings together the leaders tackling today’s most pressing challenges and shaping what’s next for destination organizations. Over three high-impact days, you’ll engage with peers...
Discover the Possibilities at Mount Vernon
Go beyond the grounds pass and discover how George Washington’s Mount Vernon empowers tour operators to create personalized itineraries through customizable add-ons and immersive experiences. In this webinar, explore options such as private tours, musical...
SYTA Annual Conference
What We Do
We instill confidence in our travelers by establishing quality and safety standards for travel providers, and we empower our members through advocacy, education, training, and networking opportunities.
Latest News & Information
HHM Hotels Expands Its Commitment to Student & Youth Travel
Planning successful student travel starts with trusted hotel partners. Tour operators need more than guestrooms. They need reliable teams that understand the unique needs of youth travel and help deliver a seamless experience from contracting through checkout.HHM...
Newly Announced Shows: Perfect for Students
THE LATEST FROM GROUP SALES BOX OFFICE AT BROADWAY.COMGroup Sales Box Office at Broadway.com is thrilled to announce two original new musicals that are perfect for all audiences, especially student groups coming to Broadway for the 2025-2026 season! Beginning December...
Extreme Heat Reminders
As we move deeper into the summer travel season, the SYTA Health & Safety Committee encourages all members to take a proactive approach to managing heat and environmental conditions that may affect student travel across the United States and around the world....
Allied Members In Action
SYTA is working with Allied members to respond to the Great American Outdoors Act 250. We sent a letter representing businesses across the group travel and commercial tour industries. Please see the letter and information on the letter. We appreciate your support of...
SYTA is much more than just a membership organization.
It’s a Community.
Education
Workshops and educational sessions at the SYTA Annual Conference as well as webinars and exclusive articles on topics of interest.
Support
Business growth ideas, resources, and promotional opportunities.
Knowledge
Shared information keeps members at the forefront of industry developments and enhancements.
Networking
Intimate access to leading decision-makers on both tour operator and supplier sides of the industry.
Leadership
A wide variety of ways to get involved for personal and professional growth, including CTSP designation.
Why We Do It
Our members are dedicated to providing life-enhancing travel experiences to students and young people
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