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Join ASTA and
Connect Your Business to the Worldwide
Travel Community
As the largest association of travel professionals in
the world, ASTA is your gateway to thousands of U.S. travel agents and
suppliers in search of key international business partners.
Connecting with our 20,000+ members is a
unique business opportunity—an opportunity only ASTA can
provide. By taking advantage of this opportunity, your company can expand
its presence in the profitable U.S. market.
If your company is an international travel agency or outbound
tour operator located outside of the United States, you should become
an International Company member in the world’s largest travel agent
association.
If you’re ready to improve your relationships with
business partners around the globe, then keep reading.
Grow Your Business in the Profitable U.S. Market
$120 billion pass through U.S. travel agents’ hands
every year*. That’s a lot of business! ASTA’s membership
represents a good portion of the U.S. market that is responsible for that
business.
How much of that $120 billion passed though your hands?
Would you like more?
By joining ASTA, you can connect with the suppliers and
agents that fuel the industry with billions of dollars of business. Connecting
with the American travel industry is an excellent opportunity
for your company to improve sales.
Benefits Your Company Can Immediately Use
ASTA is Dedicated to the Business of Selling Travel. We
demonstrate that dedication by putting our International Company members
in prime position to develop strong business relationships with
the most influential agents and suppliers in the U.S. travel industry.
Here are some benefits your company can use as soon as
you join:
| Use
of the ASTA Logo – Show American suppliers
that your agency is reputable by displaying the ASTA logo on
your Web site, storefronts and business cards. U.S. businesses and
consumers look for the ASTA logo because they know ASTA members
are reputable companies who adhere to our strong Code of Ethics. |
| Official
ASTA ID Card – Prove to suppliers—such
as hotels and cruise lines—that you’re a proud ASTA
member. You can place your color photo on your ID card for free. |
| Access
to ASTAnet.com –
Find important, up-to-date information on the U.S. market
24-hours a day. ASTAnet is a great resource with information on
travel agency practices, trends in the industry and other agency
news. If you are doing business with U.S. companies, ASTAnet should
be your first stop. |
Access
to ASTA’s Trip Request – Get more
leads that could turn into more business. ASTA’s Trip
Request is an online database of consumers’ requests for travel
assistance. Make your business truly global by contacting American
consumers traveling to your country. |
Listing
in Member Directory and Buyers Guide – Get
your agency’s information in front of consumers and suppliers.
The online Directory receives thousands of consumer hits per month,
and travel agents use the buyers guide to find top-quality agents
and tour operators in international destinations. |
ASTA Conferences
– Network face-to-face with hundreds of suppliers
and thousands of agents at ASTA’s world-class travel shows,
where you can build an international network of solid business
contacts. Become a member and you will receive a special,
members-only discounted rate to upcoming events such as:
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Sept. 9-11, 2007
THETRADESHOW
Las Vegas |
For no additional cost, International Members also receive:
Free
subscription to ASTA’s information-packed e-newsletters,
Dateline Weekly and ASTA SmartBrief – current
industry news sent directly to you every week. |
Your
very own World Membership Directory – the travel world at
your fingertips. |
One-on-one
assistance from ASTA’s professional staff on business issues
– when you have an important question, give ASTA a call. |
Posting
privileges on ASTA’s free WebExchange – Share timely
information instantly with all ASTA members |
“Over
the past 25 years ASTA has been my companion, guide and tutor in
maintaining quality service and sales with integrity and intelligence."
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Mahmud Ahmad, Bonds Travel Bureau, Pakistan
"I had difficulty receiving
a refund from a hotel my client stayed at during a visit to the
U.S. After receiving no response from the hotel directly, ASTA assisted
me with my complaint. With ASTA's help, my client's money was refunded
and the hotel offered an upgrade on their next visit. The results
of ASTA's action on our client's behalf is truly a testimonial to
their commitment to its members."
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Chris Tan, SEA Tours Co. |
Your Company Deserves ASTA
Travel planning isn't between places—it’s
between people. The travel industry is a relationship business, and no
one understands this better than ASTA. We help you form valuable relationships
with the people who can help you the most.
By joining ASTA, your company will benefit greatly
by improving your access to the U.S. market and get the business
it deserves.
To qualify as an International Company member, your company
must:
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Be an accredited
travel agency, in good standing with IATA, or operating in accordance
with all applicable laws of the company’s country of residence |
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Not be located in the United States or
its territories |
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Be operated with the intention of making
a profit from the travel agency business |
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Have any required licenses to be a travel
agency. |
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Abide by ASTA’s
Code of Ethics |
What are you waiting for?Click
here to sign up for a one-year membership for just $365 and show the
world that your company means business.
For more information e-mail
join@astahq.com.
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