Industry High Achievers: ASTA Awards Top Travel Professionals in Dallas
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Industry High Achievers: ASTA Awards Top Travel Professionals in Dallas

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At the 2024 Travel Advisor Conference held in Dallas, Texas on May 29-30, the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) celebrated outstanding contributions in the travel industry. The event saw an assembly of 1,400 participants, including travel advisors, suppliers, and industry leaders, come together to acknowledge those who have shown remarkable dedication to serving clients….

ASTA Champions Consumer Choice, Calls Out American Airlines in Regulatory Hearing
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ASTA Champions Consumer Choice, Calls Out American Airlines in Regulatory Hearing

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The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) remained steadfast in its commitment to challenge American Airlines‘ dominant tactics in the travel agency distribution channel. Earlier today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) conducted a collaborative session focusing on the rewards programs offered by airlines and credit card companies. The…

ASTA to Challenge Recent FAA Bill’s Neglect of Small Travel Agencies on Legislative Day
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ASTA to Challenge Recent FAA Bill’s Neglect of Small Travel Agencies on Legislative Day

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The updated FAA Reauthorization bill (H.R. 3935), passed by the Senate on the evening of May 9, did not resolve a recent rule from the Department of Transportation (DOT) that burdens travel agencies with the responsibility for airline refunds when they act as the merchant of record. “Time and time again, we’ve heard politicians in…