Laura Adams, CTA – Alumni Spotlight

Laura Adams, CTA

What inspired you to pursue a career in travel and tourism? Was there a defining moment? I didn’t originally plan to work in the travel industry. Early in my career, I found myself in a position with a tour operator specializing in travel to Cuba. That experience opened my eyes to an industry I had […]

The Travel Institute Modernizes Travel Advisor Directory and Digital Credentials

Graphic image with a sample of The Travel Institute's Digital Credential. Logos of certification also appear on a teal background.

Enhanced framework is ‘a win for alumni, consumers, and the industry’ The Travel Institute, a non-profit organization and the global leader in travel industry education, has launched a major modernization for its Digital Credentials and related Certified Travel Agent Directory, available immediately and at no charge to all active, certified graduates. The Travel Institute’s proprietary […]

Simplifying Ireland

Ireland is a destination that consistently captures travelers’ imagination. However, for many advisors, the real challenge lies in confidently navigating the destination knowledge and logistics needed to build itineraries efficiently and comfortably. The Rock of Cashel – MNStudio/Shutterstock.com Many advisors assume every Ireland booking needs to be built as a completely customized FIT itinerary with individually […]

Understanding Cruise Categories

Cruising is one of the strongest areas of opportunity in this industry, but it’s also one that many advisors never feel fully confident in.That’s one of the reasons the newly updated CTA 11th edition now covers an entire module on cruises. Developed with support from Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), this new module reflects one […]

The Travel Institute launches CTA® 11th Edition

Graduates gain career-building benefits including supplier recognition, digital credentials, directory placement, and more The Travel Institute, a non-profit organization and the global leader in travel industry education, has launched CTA® 11th Edition, the latest evolution of its Certified Travel Associate, CTA®, certification program for travel advisors. The gold standard for advisor education in the U.S. […]