ATA’s Program Team has the company’s dual priorities of sustainability and diversity & inclusion at the front of their minds when they design new programs. These goals are connected, as poverty and inequity are threats to sustainability and marginalized communities are disproportionately affected by the effects of climate change. Therefore, when we find partner organizations who are interested in uplifting underrepresented voices and developing products to ensure travel experiences are more inclusive of and speak to these audiences, we are also considering the impact these programs will have on the environment. So how exactly does our Program team weave these themes into new programs?
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Cuba Never Fails to Surprise Us
In late October, Hector Cruz Feliciano, Director of Latin American Programs at ATA’s study abroad division (CET), and I met in Havana for a week of exploration. Our goal was to see…
2022 Q3 Newsletter
At the time of writing, we had over 20 programs heading out on adventures for a diverse group of partners—from celebrity chefs, to universities, to museums all over the country. And with 28% of Americans planning fall vacations this year, we’re excited about what’s yet to come.
2022 Q2 Newsletter
Quarter two has kept us in good company! We launched our new travel program with A+E Television Network’s HISTORY® Channel. As any partner who works with ATA knows, we love to delve deep into the history of a place and provide context through experts who accompany the groups.
Is the Travel Industry Finally in Recovery Mode?
For two years, we have watched our hopes of a rapid travel industry recovery hit a series of roadblocks. Delta and Omicron delayed border openings and prompted the U.S. Department of State to flag most of Western Europe as “Level 4” for health risks. As we write this, the current sanctions on Russia have inflated fuel costs, created more volatility for the airlines, and caused travelers to worry if the fighting in Ukraine will be contained.
Our Approach Returning to Travel
Like all of you, we’ve watched the events of 2020 and 2021 unfold while travel took a backseat to the health and safety of those around the world. As more and more places reopen, ATA is hard at work ensuring that our partners and guests have a safe travel experience.
