SYTA: Student & Youth Travel Association

The Student & Youth Travel Association (SYTA) provides resources and guidance to assist in rebuilding and growing your student travel business. We provide members with education programs, networking opportunities, business appointment sessions and more. Find out how you can become a SYTA Tour Operator member today: https://lnkd.in/e96WNJ8c

Attention golfers! The SYTA Youth Foundation Golf Classic fundraising event will take place in Orlando on Monday, October 28. We can’t wait to play some golf at Eagle Creek Golf Club while also raising money for the Foundation's scholarships and programs! Get more information on golf registration and sponsorships: https://lnkd.in/eUSFTVW2 #Golf #Sponsorship

Today, as we look back on the events of September 11, 2001, we remember those lost, those who served, and those whose lives were changed forever.

SYTA Summit is a unique networking hiatus for student group tour operators and key industry partners to connect and recharge. Over the course of four days, attendees will have the chance to attend inspiring and thought-provoking events to help develop their business. SYTA offers this experience as a respite from your work so that you may sharpen your skills, reflect and rejuvenate. https://lnkd.in/gZ9wbYmE #2025SYTASummit

Join Visit Anchorage to learn why Alaska is a special educational destination for student and youth travel. Lessons on biology, geology, history, native culture, art, conservation, and adventure abound. https://lnkd.in/gDuj_BEf #VirtualEducation #Webinar

Join Katie Zellhoefer (https://lnkd.in/guih7KMV) as she discusses important trends surrounding consumers' booking and payment habits—and how student travel businesses can capitalize on these trends. Katie will touch on several actionable takeaways, so that you can take immediate steps to enhance your customers' booking and payment journey. https://lnkd.in/gCCSQVck #Webinar

Special discount to SYTA members! Book with Merlin Entertainments by December 31, 2024 and save $2 per person on admission, plus receive additional complimentary tickets! This offer also extends to our Orlando attractions, including SEA LIFE Aquariums and The Orlando Eye. It's time for student groups to ditch the textbooks and meet world leaders, historical figures, and cultural icons at one of our five locations. Learn more about this exciting offer! https://bit.ly/3MyI0dN Photo Courtesy of Merlin Entertainment #TravelDeals #GroupTravel

Over 125+ youth participated in Your Big Year®’s Global Citizens Challenge (GCC) this year, supported through The Foundation's funding. These youth had a chance to explore several NYC attractions, build new friendships, learn about cultural exchange and gain critical bridging skills from academia to career. Participants shared their positive experiences, with one youth stating it was a "very impactful day!" #StudentSuccess #StudentTravel #EducationalTravel #WhatsGoodNYC #2024SYTA

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Labor Day!

Get your calendars ready! 2025 SYTA Annual Conference will be held in Savannah, GA! This conference will be August 22 - 26 2025 and is not to be missed. More details to come soon! #2025SYTA #GA