U.S. Travel Association
The U.S. Travel Association promotes and represents the travel industry in the United States.
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ABTA
ABTA is the UK travel association that protects consumers and sets standards for tour operators and agencies.
CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association)
CLIA, or Cruise Lines International Association, is the leading global trade organization for the cruise industry.
TAA (Travel Agent Academy)
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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Travel Agent Academy (TAA) is an online training platform offering courses and certifications for travel advisors.
Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)
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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is the UK regulator that protects consumers and ensures fair competition in markets, including travel.
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
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The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free U.S. service that provides safety updates and emergency contact support abroad.
DHS (Department of Homeland Security)
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DHS, or Department of Homeland Security, oversees U.S. border protection, airport security, and immigration procedures.
REAL ID
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REAL ID is a U.S. identification standard required for domestic flights and access to certain federal facilities.
TSA ConfirmID
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TSA ConfirmID is an identity verification system used by the TSA to confirm traveler identities before airport screening.
Association of Destination Wedding Professionals (IADWP)
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The Association of Destination Wedding Professionals (IADWP) supports and certifies professionals in the destination wedding industry.
Schengen Area
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The Schengen Area is a group of European countries that allow passport-free travel between member states.
MICE
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MICE refers to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions, a key segment of business and corporate travel.
Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA)
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The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) oversees and regulates tourism and marine activities along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast.
Transient Accommodation Tax
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A transient accommodation tax is a lodging tax applied to short-term stays in hotels or vacation rentals.
CBP
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CBP, or U.S. Customs and Border Protection, manages border security and traveler entry into the United States.