INDUSTRY PARTNERS & ASSOCIATIONS

Desires Hotels recognizes, supports and works with the leading hospitality and travel industry associations to promote a sense of community and excellence in service.

Travel Industry Association (TIA) www.tia.org TIA, based in Washington, DC, is a non-profit trade organization that represents and speaks for the common interests of the US travel industry. Providing a voice and political liaison for the entire industry, TIA promotes increased travel to and within the United States through marketing initiatives, including the Discover America brand.

The American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) www.asta.org With 20,000 plus members, ASTA is the largest association of travel professionals in the world. ASTA has been advocating for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public for over 75 years.

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) www.cruising.org The world's largest cruise association CLIA is dedicated to the promotion and growth of the cruise industry. Representing 24 major cruise lines, more than 16,000 travel agencies are affiliated with CLIA. Desires Hotels pays commission to recognized CLIA members.

National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents (NACTA) www.nacta.com For 21 years NACTA, an affiliate of ASTA, has been the travel industry's leading national trade association representing independent contractors, outside sales agents, cruise and tour-oriented agents. Desires Hotels pays commission to recognized NACTA members.

National Tour Association (NTA) www.ntaonline.com NTA is a trade organization of thousands of tourism professionals involved in the growth and development of the packaged travel industry. NTA is committed to providing business opportunities and professional education in an environment where members can foster relationships with one another.

Outside Sales Support Network (OSSN) www.ossn.com OSSN is the number one travel support industry trade association representing and supporting the independent travel agents, home-based travel agency, independent contractor seller of travel and the outside sales travel agent.

The Travel Institute www.thetravelinstitute.com Established in 1964, The Travel Institute serves as a community of knowledge and insight for all travel professionals. Through innovative education programs, professional certifications and customized learning solutions, The Institute fulfills its non-profit mission to promote a standard of industry knowledge and excellence.

The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) www.ustoa.com USTOA is a professional association representing the tour operator industry. USTOA is composed of companies whose tours and packages encompass the entire globe and who conduct business in the US.