Asta contribution in tourism , events of asta during covid or post covid

1. ASTA
(American Society of Travel
Advisors)
Presented to -DR.SHEEMA TARAB MAM
Presented By-NIMISHA MAHESHWARI (004)
IQRA ISRAR(006)

2. ASTA is a trade association which was formed to represent
and defend the business and regulatory public policy
interests of travel intermediaries.including travel agencies
and tour providers . the headquarters of the american
society of travel advisors is in alexandria, virginia,united
states. Not for profit entity.
President - zane kerby
Vice president- eben peck.
ASTA is a trade association which was formed to represent and
defend the business and regulatory public policy interests of
travel intermediaries.including travel agencies and tour
providers . the headquarters of the american society of travel
advisors is in alexandria, virginia,united states. Not for profit
entity.
President - zane kerby
Vice president- eben peck.

3. ASTA
INTRODUCTION-
ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel advisors , the travel industry and the travelling public.
Expand your world. Go with the pros .it is the worlds largest association of travel professionals. Our
members include travel advisors , and the companies whose products they sell such as tours , cruises,
hotels, car rentalsetc. We are the leading advocate for travel advisors , the travel industry and the
travelling public.
Asta offers many benefits to its members and the travelling public. The majority of asta ‘s members are
travel agencies. However , travel suppliers ,such as airlines, hotels, car rentals, crise lines, and tour
operators join ASTA .

4. ● ASTA helps in professional and technical assistance .
● It offers a common forum for the exchange of ideas .
● It conducts worldwide market research .
● It helps the governments to formulate tourism policies and strategies .
● ASTA protects tourists from unethical travel trade practices.
● ASTA conduct research , studies, and publicity for the sound development of
travel agencies .
● ASTA co-operates with all organisation and individuals engaged in tourism
activities , designed to enhance the professional standing of the travel industry.
Contribution of ASTA in tourism industry:-

5. ● Industry affairs : ASTA advocates to ensure a level playing field
and fair competition through the travel industry to benefit both
travel professionals and consumers .
● Education : ASTA provides its members with the finest education
and information resources available , so that they are able to
provide the bst service to their clients .
WHAT DOES ASTA DO?

6. ● Consumer affairs : ASTA constantly monitors the travel industry to identify
“scam” operators and others whose practices cheat consumers and negatively
impact the travel industry . ASTA members subscribe to a 13 -point code of
ethics which stands for integrity in travel .
● Consumer Awareness : through advertising and public relations .ASTA
strives to make the travelling public aware of the many benefits of using a
travel professional to arrange and purchase travel.
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7. Asta members;
Active members are travel agencies and tour operators whereas allied and
associate members are airlines , hotels , railways , government ,and tourist
offices , and government organisations.
ASTA has more than 25000 members whic include 18000 active and remaining
are allied and associate members.

8. EVENTS DESIGNED TO HELP TRAVEL AGENCY
PROFESIONALS THRIVE

9. ASTA TRAVEL MASTERS AT ST. ANDREWS
● Invites supplier executives to host and
nurture relationships with agency owner
partners during the inaugural ASTA
travel masters at st.andrews , taking
place . this event will allow to golf is the
most famous golf course in the world .
ASTA GLOBAL RIVER
CRUISE EXPO
● ASTA global river cruise expo taking place
march 16-20 . this one of a kind event is an
asta first to bring together our river cruise
partners from all over the world in one place
to showcase the latest and greatest in their
fleets for ASTA members

10. Getting to know ASTA & WHY IT
MATTERS TO TRAVEL AGENTS

11. ● To educate and train members .
● To provide a common forum .
● To organise travel seminars , conferences ,and
conventions.
● To provide a means of collaboration.
● To publish material relating to the travel
industry.

12. MTTM
AMU
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