The Group Travel Leader Magazine
Charting the evolution of group travel
From the July-August issue of The Group Travel Leader, read more about the hand-crafted charms of Northern Indiana's Amish Country, where home-cooked meals and artisan-made wares abound. Check out the article here: https://grouptravelleader.com/articles/welcoming-ways-in-northern-indiana/
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As you can probably tell, we are SO excited to be in Branson for the 2024 Going on Faith Conference! If you’re attending as well, come say hi!
The last full day of the Savannah FAM featured a trip to the Tybee Island Marine Science Center, where our group got to learn about and interact with plenty of fascinating marine species. Stay tuned for a recap of our amazing trip with Visit Savannah!
Day 2 of the Savannah FAM featured a Georgia Queen Gospel Dinner Cruise. The group enjoyed delicious food, beautiful music and lovely views of the city on this nautical excursion. Keep following along to see what else Visit Savannah has planned for us!
We kicked off the first day of our Savannah FAM with a "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" tour. We love experiencing this charming Southern city and its many claims to fame! We can't wait to see what else Visit Savannah has in store for us.
Good travel photos can help you market your trips (and wow your friends and family). So what's the secret to taking stand-out photography with the technology already in your pocket?
Don't be disappointed by your camera roll when you travel — check out this article loaded with simple, actionable tips to take better travel photos on your smartphone: https://grouptravelleader.com/articles/taking-better-travel-photos-smart-phone-edition/
New on the Gather & Go Podcast: Stacy Barry of Sharin' the South joins the podcast to share how receptive operators can help travel planners save money — and their sanity. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.
Stacy Barry of Sharin' the South joins the podcast to share how receptive operators can help travel planners save money — and their sanity.
New Mexico’s stunning natural scenery, incredible cultural diversity and varied historical attractions will pull any group in. Check out five amazing places in the state to add to your next itinerary in this article from our July-August issue: https://grouptravelleader.com/articles/white-sand-and-blue-skies-in-new-mexico/
đź“·: Visit Alamogordo
We want to extend a big THANK YOU to Tamika C. Carter of the Group Travel Academy for hosting Brian Jewell, our executive editor and VP, on a webinar last night!
Brian talked with Tamika about some of our best resources for group travel planners. If you'd like to watch a recording of the webinar, you can find it in THE LOBBY: https://www.grouptravelacademy.com/lobby
What generation do your travelers belong to?
If you're expanding your group travel business to cater to different generations, or planning a multi-generational trip, you'll need a crash course on what each one is looking for when they travel.
Read the full article here: https://grouptravelleader.com/articles/how-to-optimize-group-trips-for-different-generations/
Coastal Mississippi is your one stop destination for fun and relaxation. Delicious dining, gaming galore, some well deserved R&R, and so much more make this your premier getaway. So, pause your busy workload, get ready to spend your summery days out in the sun, and have some fun, for fun's sake.
https://www.coastalmississippi.com/
Virginia showcases our nation's history to groups with its most popular attractions, hotels and restaurants. Check out this state spotlight from our July-August issue for some travel staples throughout Old Dominion.
đź“·: Visit Abingdon
Historic sites predating the founding of America are everywhere in Virginia, along with attractions that explore its rich natural splendors.
New on the Gather & Go Podcast: Milena Nikolova, behavioral economist and founder of BehaviorSmart, discusses ways behavioral insights can elevate the entire tourism ecosystem.
Learn a behavioral economist's secrets to building better travel memories and increasing sustainable behaviors on this podcast episode.
Summer is the perfect time to take your group to see one of these iconic outdoor theater performances.
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Here are live theater extravaganzas that are sure to enthrall your group and create wonderful memories.
Happy Fourth of July from all of us at The Group Travel Leader! On this Independence Day, check out this round-up of patriotic museums and attractions that are sure to wow your groups.
đź“·: USS Midway Museum
These historic vessels braved battles at sea.
Don't miss out on valuable insight from travel and culinary expert Andrew Zimmern! We can only fit so much of an interview in each Gather & Go Podcast episode, but if you want to hear Brian's full-length interview with Andrew, head over to our podcast YouTube channel.
TV travel icon Andrew Zimmern joins the podcast to help us uncover authentic experiences in an Instagram world.Hear the full episode at https://grouptravelle...
Have you ever wondered if you’re a group leader? 🤔
We’re the experts—take a look at these five signs you may be the leader of your travel pack.
You can be a group leader and not even know it — check out these five signs that indicate you’re the leader of your travel pack.
Please join us in welcoming Telisa Reid-Rech, our new advertising sales manager, to the team! Telisa is a travel agent, so she’s no stranger to travel, but her favorite place to go is the beach. She also loves being outdoors, enjoying outings with her family and friends, and hanging out with her two dogs Smokey and Bandit.
Are you all caught up with the most recent episode of the Gather & Go Podcast? If not, click the link below to hear Tamika Carter, founder of the Group Travel Academy, share her insight about travel agents and the group travel market.
We’re also super excited about next week’s episode, which will feature a TV personality, a culinary expert and a travel icon. Care to take any guesses on who that will be?
A. Guy Fieri
B. Andrew Zimmern
C. Bobby Flay
D. Gordon Ramsay
Comment your guesses below, and subscribe so you won't miss our super special episode!
Tourism coach and entrepreneur Tamika Carter joins the podcast to share how she blazed her own trail to group travel success.
Today we celebrate Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. We remember and honor this important and somber chapter of American history. If you’re searching for ways to incorporate the milestones, leaders and landmarks of Black history into your group’s travels, look no further. Check out the 2024 U.S. Civil Rights Trail Travel Guide for stops to add to your next itinerary.
Discover the legacy of the civil rights movement at museums, cultural centers and historic sites on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail.
Last week, Kyle Anderson, GTL's VP of Sales and Marketing, attended the Iowa Travel Industry Partners Summer Celebration to present the Arts, Culture and Heritage Awards. It was so great seeing all the iTIP partners and hanging out in Sioux City!
Awe-inspiring scenery is one of the top reasons people travel, and California has plenty to offer. From its otherworldly deserts to ethereal forests, check out this article to see where your group can find natural beauty in the Golden State.
đź“·: Visit Del Norte County
California’s landscape is remarkably restlentless.
We have a bit of bittersweet news to share: the one and only Bryce Wilson, advertising account manager, will be leaving The Group Travel Leader to move to Lafayette. Here at the office, we have especially enjoyed his positive attitude, his engaging white board questions and his extensive bourbon knowledge.
Please join us in wishing him luck and success in his future—we’ll see you around, Bryce!
From the Liberty Bell to the Hollywood Sign, American landmarks make excellent additions to group travel itineraries. Read more about the iconic totems that mark American history in the May issue of The Group Travel Leader.
đź“·: By D. Cruz, courtesy Visit Philadelphia
These iconic attractions share America's story.
There's nothing better than getting together for a good meal. And everyone knows there's plenty to go around down in Louisiana's Capital City. Check out Visit Baton Rouge for the best places to add to your Baton Rouge Bucket List.
The Chimes Restaurant & Tap Room
New on the Gather & Go Podcast: Joe Pine, acclaimed business consultant and author of “The Experience Economy,” shares his thoughts on how travel businesses can succeed in the experience economy and where the future of business may be headed.
Business author Joe Pine joins the podcast to share how tourism leaders can leverage the power of experience to build successful companies.
Next year, Route 66 will celebrate its 100th birthday! Learn more about the upcoming centennial celebrations, art destinations and landmarks found along the iconic route in the May issue of The Group Travel Leader.
đź“·: By Peter Stefanski, courtesy Amarillo CVB
Groups can get their kicks on Route 66 in 2026 as part of the highway’s centennial celebration.
El Paso is worth visiting for the Tex-Mex alone, but this vibrant border city is also home to historic mission churches, outdoor adventures, and many distinct festivals and events. Read all about El Paso's rich culture in the May issue of The Group Travel Leader.
đź“·: Visit El Paso
Celebrate Tex-Mex culture in sunny El Paso.
We are so excited to share some powerful content from Brian Jewell, our executive editor and vice president, on the new episode of the Gather & Go Podcast. Listen to his keynote speech from 2024 STS Domestic Showcase, “Untapped: Travel’s Hidden Power to Solve People’s Deepest Problems.”
On this episode of the podcast, Brian Jewell explores research and ideas about how to deliver transformational travel experiences.
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Have you listened to the newest episode of the Gather & Go Podcast? On this episode, behavioral economist and founder of BehaviorSmart, Milena Nikolova, shares her thoughts on how to make travel more memorable. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #grouptravel #travel #travelpodcast
Here's what Andrew Zimmern had to say about travel's transformative nature. Listen to the rest of this fascinating conversation on the newest episode of the Gather & Go Podcast. Stream on your favorite podcast platform. #travel #andrewzimmern #tourism #grouptravel #travelpodcast
Authentic travel experiences are extremely rewarding—and sometimes difficult to find. How does Andrew Zimmern, culinary expert and travel icon, do it? We asked him. Check out what he had to say on our most recent episode of the Gather & Go Podcast. Stream it anywhere you get your podcasts. #travel #grouptravel #andrewzimmern #travelpodcast #tourism
It's here! On this highly anticipated episode of the Gather & Go Podcast, Brian sits down with Andrew Zimmern, beloved TV personality, culinary expert and travel icon, to talk about travel. Hear Zimmern's takes on how tech changes travelers and many other hot topics by listening to the newest episode on your favorite podcast platform. Happy listening! #andrewzimmern #travel #tourism #grouptravel #travelpodcast
Have you listened to the newest episode of the Gather & Go Podcast yet? Tamika Carter, founder of the Group Travel Academy, had plenty of insight on how booking group trips can actually be easier for travel agents. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. #travel #TravelPodcast #grouptravel #tourism
New on the Gather & Go Podcast: Tamika Carter, founder of the Group Travel Academy, shares insights from her experiences and gives advice on discovering hidden opportunities in group travel. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Watch this video recap of all our #ABANashville antics. We can’t wait for next year’s marketplace!
Is it time to consider taking your group on an international trip? Hear more at: https://buff.ly/3Osziyp
Live cannon fire at Old Fort Jackson this morning! #visitsavannah
Here's our editor Brian Jewell's response to the New Yorker's essay "The Case Against Travel." Hear more at: https://buff.ly/3PL4vil #caseagainsttravel #travel #tourism #grouptravel #podcast
Is the way you design tours frustrating your customers? Hear the full episode at: https://buff.ly/3Pqvzn8
Political stunts are threatening workers throughout the travel industry, and they need to stop. Hear the full episode at https://buff.ly/3J2oaGq .
Travel can help solve America's loneliness epidemic. Hear the full episode at: https://buff.ly/434JDGM #travel #tourism #friendship
Brian Jewell is flip-flopping on tour pricing. Here's why. Hear the full episode at: https://buff.ly/41r0MJ0
Does your tourism video look the same as everyone else's? Full episode at: https://buff.ly/3L1VBsM #tourism #travel #CVB #video #marketing
What role should "junk fees" play in travel? Hear the full episode at: https://buff.ly/3MpWzSg
How does a superstar travel advisor find amazing and unique travel experiences? Hear the full episode at: https://buff.ly/3MpWzSg
Three years later, does the world owe tourism an apology? Full episode: https://buff.ly/3YWeoeh
Sports travel entrepreneur Jay Smith shares how he stands out in a crowded market. Full episode: https://buff.ly/3YWeoeh
Hot Minute: Should cities ban cruises? Full episode: https://buff.ly/3JiGyLM
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