ASTA stands for the American Society of Travel Advisors, a leading organization representing travel professionals worldwide. It provides training, advocacy, and support to travel advisors and promotes ethical and professional standards in the industry. ASTA also helps travelers connect with trusted advisors for expert trip planning.
ASTA and major travel industry partners are calling for greater commission transparency after Norwegian Cruise Line eliminated non-commissionable fares, marking a potential turning point for advisor compensation.
Italy’s competition authority has fined Ryanair €255 million, accusing the airline of abusing its dominant position by restricting how travel agencies sell and bundle its flights.
B2B booking platform RateHawk is preparing a major push into the U.S. market in 2026, building on rapid growth among American travel advisors and rising transaction volumes.
ASTA has announced the finalists for its 2025 Travel Advisor Awards, honoring excellence and innovation across the advisor community ahead of the inaugural ASTA Globes in Chicago.
Tern is introducing direct booking capabilities and new insurance partnerships, giving travel advisors a faster, more seamless way to handle trip planning and protection.
India has expanded its Visa-on-Arrival access for UAE nationals, adding three more airports and simplifying entry for short-term travel.
New Virtuoso data shows Thanksgiving 2025 shaping up as a record year for luxury travel, with bookings up 20 percent and affluent travelers prioritizing meaningful, experience-driven holidays.
Japan is set to raise visa charges, departure levies and tax-free shopping rules in 2026 as travel demand surges and authorities shift toward sustainable tourism.
Following the ceasefire agreement and ongoing recovery efforts, Israel’s tourism industry is experiencing a powerful resurgence, welcoming visitors back to its historic cities and sacred landmarks.
Nearly 22 million Americans are expected to take ocean cruises in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year of growth, with the Caribbean remaining the top destination.