Deborah Lum, CTA – Alumni Spotlight

Deborah Lum, CTA Alumni Headshot

What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? After retiring from a career in broadcast news, where I handled travel for news crews, the natural progression was to pursue a new career in the travel industry. This new venture has been far more rewarding, as I’m able […]

The Travel Institute Launches New Certified Travel Associate (CTA®) Immersion Program with Inaugural AmaWaterways Experience

Travel advisors aboard AmaWaterways AmaStella for The Travel Institute CTA Immersion Program

The Travel Institute has launched a new experiential education concept for travel advisors with its Certified Travel Associate (CTA®) Immersion Program, combining professional education with firsthand travel experiences to help advisors build more successful travel businesses. AmaWaterways served as the inaugural Immersion Program host, bringing 15 travel advisors together aboard AmaStella Aug. 15-22 for a […]