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About the National Tour Association
NTA: AN INDUSTRY LEADER SINCE 1951
The National Tour Association’s tour operators move more than 13 million travelers a
year to, from and within North America. These tourism professionals belong to NTA
to further their education, expand their network of partners and collaborate with other
members—destinations, attractions, hotels and restaurants—to bring their customers
unforgettable travel experiences.
Founded in 1951, NTA has members who represent all 50 states, every Canadian
province, Mexico and more than 40 other countries worldwide. The association’s
700 tour operator companies range from smaller, family-owned businesses to larger
entities that work with hundreds of thousands of travelers per year.
Operators who belong to NTA have been in business an average of 23 years and
must maintain at least $1 million in general liability insurance, which gives you peace
of mind knowing you’re working with an established, qualified tour company.
NTA members (tour planners and the places they
take travelers) connect at conferences to create
innovative tour itineraries.

READY, SEARCH, GO!
Finding a tour professional to get you and your group on your way is easy: Go to NTAonline.com and click the green “Find a tour operator” box.
You can search for tour operators based on the type of trip you want to organize, your destination or where the travel company is based.
The search will give you a list of NTA tour company names with detailed contact information. Additionally, you can see the full list of NTA tour
operator companies if you turn to page 65.

10 REASONS TO USE AN NTA TOUR OPERATOR

Connections NTA tour operators are part of a

Timing NTA tour operators understand how

network of tourism professionals who package or
represent attractions and destinations throughout
the world.

to plan activities, meals and free time throughout
an itinerary so your group is satisfied and
comfortable.

Experience NTA tour operators have been in

Details NTA tour operators understand the

business an average of 23 years and are among
the most knowledgeable in the industry.

crucial details of planning and executing a
successful tour that may never occur to a
less-experienced travel planner.

Protection NTA tour operators are required to
carry a minimum of $1 million in general liability
insurance.

Teamwork NTA tour operators have access
to experienced tour directors who handle all the
logistics so you can enjoy your time with your
groups.

Numbers NTA tour operators have access to
competitive pricing due to the volume of business
they do and their industry relationships.

Trust An NTA tour operator will find out exactly
what you want and put it all together, which allows
you to focus on other areas of trip management.

Customization Most NTA tour operators
customize packages for groups based on
specific interests and needs.

Wow factor Every day NTA members
throughout the world are creating new, inspiring
experiences with leisure group travelers in mind.

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For more information, visit NTAonline.com.

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