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FTA Summit 2018
The annual FTA Summit is a trade-only, conference-style event that brings together the leading players and key influencers in family travel, including top suppliers, A-list media and travel agents who specialize in this important market segment. Co
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FTA Unveils “FTA Academy”: Industry’s First Family Travel Certification Course
The Family Travel Association is proud to announce the launch of the FTA Certification program for travel agents that specialize in family travel. This certification course is the first of it’s kind in the travel industry.
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Virtuoso: Absolute Trends In American Family Travel in 2018
As the busy summer travel season approaches, global luxury travel network unveils that families are roaming the world in search of experiences that create closer bonds and lasting memories.
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Discover Lisbon as a Family with Martinhal Chiado Family Suites
Set in the center of Lisbon’s historic and fashionable district of Chiado, Martinhal Chiado Family Suites is the world’s first elegant city-centre family hotel.
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FTA Has Strong Presence at NY Times Travel Show
The New York Times has announced that its annual Travel Show reached a new record of 32,398 participants—the highest attendance in the Show’s history. Attendance included 10,268 travel trade and 22,130 consumer attendees during the three-day even
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The FTA Taps Top Family Travel Agents for Industry Intel
The Family Travel Association successfully completed its first-ever FTA Travel Agent Council Forum of the industry's leading family travel agents.
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Active Family Travel Demand Continues to Rise… and Travel Operators Respond
The trend of immediate and extended families pursuing active family travel together continues to grow. Backroads is rising to the challenge.
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To Keep Families Flying Together, U.S. Congress Passes New Law
The hard work has paid off! Within a year, airlines will be required to keep families flying together thanks to a new law passed by the U.S. Congress.
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New Study Finds Significant Growth Ahead for Family Travel Market
The family travel market is poised for significant growth, according to a new study from the Family Travel Association.
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Join Us in Supporting the Every Kid in a Park Campaign
The Family Travel Association is proud to partner with and pledge its support to the White House's Every Kid in a Park campaign. Join us!
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Family Travel Must Stand Up for Families and #StopOrphanTrips
Nobody likes to be played for a fool, but that’s what’s often the case when you visit, volunteer at or contribute to an overseas “orphanage.” Perhaps traveling families should take a stand and call for an end to orphanage tourism.
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Family Vacations Still Possible Despite Inflation Increase
More than a third of Americans were planning to take a vacation more than 50 miles away from home involving more than 2 immediate family members.
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5 Ways To Help Nurture Your Child’s Love of Animals – At Home and Away!
Animals hold a special place in our hearts – and anyone with children knows this love starts at a young age. Some of our first words are the sounds made by favorite animals.
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US family travel experts share their best trips
When you live in a country as vast and varied as the US, it’s hard to decide where to spend that oh-so-precious family vacation. And the answer also depends on your point of origin and how far you’re prepared to go.
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Family Travel and Responsible Tourism
A comprehensive collection of reasons and arguments why everyone should engage in more family travel and responsible tourism.
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How to Be a Responsible Family Travel Champion: Top Tips
We asked our members to share their top tips about making responsible family travel decisions. Here’s what they had to say.
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One Adventure to Have with Kids in Every State… Before They Grow Up!
There's a ton to see and do across America. Road-tripping is the best way to see and do it all. Here are some favorite family RV adventures to have in each state.
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Celebrating the Bicycle’s Bicentennial in Germany (with Family)
A bicycle tour of SouthWest Germany is a fun, eco-friendly family adventure with teens.
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Why Agents Should Embrace Cost-Conscious Family Travel
Regardless of budget, all families deserve great vacations. To help, travel agents must embrace cost-conscious family travel.
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Family Travel and Camping
Family travel and camping go together like summer and vacation! Here are a few important reasons why everyone should do it.
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8 Family Travel Safety Tips for a Hassle-Free Vacation
To ensure the best holiday possible, it’s important to plan for different eventualities. Here are some family travel safety tips for hassle-free trips.
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Family Travel by Bicycle
Growing numbers of people take off each year for family travel by bike. Here’s what our family travel experts have to say about it.
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At SeaWorld, immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea. Experience animal interactions that bring you closer than you ever thought possible, to the world beneath the waves, and to each other.
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