Every Friday, PTANA members get the inside track with our Weekly Education Newsletter from the National Education Chair—packed with timely updates, training highlights, industry insights, supplier spotlights, and opportunities that help you sell smarter, earn more, and stay ahead. This is one of those benefits you don’t want to “catch up on later” because the…
Every Friday, PTANA members get the inside track with our Weekly Education Newsletter from the National Education Chair—packed with timely updates, training highlights, industry insights, supplier spotlights, and opportunities that help you sell smarter, earn more, and stay ahead. This is one of those benefits you don’t want to “catch up on later” because the…
Every Friday, PTANA members get the inside track with our Weekly Education Newsletter from the National Education Chair—packed with timely updates, training highlights, industry insights, supplier spotlights, and opportunities that help you sell smarter, earn more, and stay ahead. This is one of those benefits you don’t want to “catch up on later” because the…
17th Annual National Convention – Aboard Sun Princess Sailing Athens, Greece to Barcelona, Spain The Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) celebrated their 17th Annual National Convention aboard Sun Princess with Princess Cruises sailing from Athens, Greece to Barcelona, Spain October 3-11, 2025. Here are photos and videos from the festivities shared by attendees.…
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15th Annual National Convention – Hotel at Arundel Preserve, Maryland The Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) celebrated their 15th Annual Crystal National Convention at Arundel Preserve in Maryland October 4-8, 2023. Here are photos and videos from the festivities shared by attendees. Special thanks to our contributing photographer Renee Wilhite of RM Photography.…
Cruise360 features a mix of seminars geared towards beginner, intermediate or advanced levels, ensuring there’s something for every stage of your career. CLIA Seminars at Cruise360 include topics covering Sales, Industry Knowledge and Business Building. Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention CenterFort Lauderdale, FL Our biggest professional development event of the year, Cruise360 features…
An elite group of fewer than 30 agencies out of more than 8,000 in North America, the enhanced partnership between the Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) and Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) provides high-level visibility within the cruise industry, exclusive access to signature industry events, live and virtual training customized to the agency,…
Travel industry professionals, such as travel agents, travel agencies, and tour operators, have an increasing need to protect themselves against the economic impact of accusations of alleged errors and omissions. Besides the increase in frivolous litigation initiated by consumers seeking to make money off your business’s errors, whether real or perceived, travel industry professionals also have to remain compliant with local, state, federal, and international regulations. All of these factors can take their toll on your bottom line.
Have you supported PTANA’s national Double Good gourmet popcorn virtual fundraiser for charity? It’s 100% contactless, PTANA keeps 50% of the profit and the product ships directly to your doorstep. Prices range from $18-$59. The popcorn is award-winning and really delicious! Local chapters that participate also get a portion of the proceeds. PTANA’s fundraising window…
The Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) celebrated their 14th Annual Convention at Dreams Playa Bonita Panama October 18-23, 2022. Here are photos and videos from the festivities shared by attendees. Click here to see slideshow, view and make comments.
Event Website Register Now Schedule More Information Top 10 Reasons Why You Need To Attend The Las Vegas Forum Get social and innovate ways to market your business Attend educational sessions geared toward productivity and profitability Meet with hundreds of global suppliers offering high commissionable opportunities Learn the latest travel law from the sharpest legal…
The Professional Travel Agents of North America attended the 2021 Travel Agent Forum held at the Las Vegas Caesars Palace. The Travel Agent Forum is held each year to connect leading travel professional and suppliers for networking and training.
Many travel companies have introduced flexible cancellation and rebooking policies in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak. Knowing that these policies can be complex, can change, and sometimes vary depending on the itinerary and departure date, Travel Weekly is providing direct links to suppliers’ policy-change pages. Find the latest information from the State Department regarding…
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Request for Bylaws Amendments ATTENTION PTANA MEMBERS THIS IS THE YEAR TO VOTE ON BYLAWS CHANGES As a member of this organization, you have a vote on making changes to how this organization is run. DOWNLOAD FILES Quick access for submitting Bylaws & P&P amendments instructions Quiick access for submitting Bylaws & P&P amendments form…
The Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) National Board of Directors would like to thank Patrick Flemmings and management and staff of the Holiday Inn Resort, Montego Bay, Jamaica, Courtleigh Hotel & Suites, The Knutsford Court Hotel, and the Jamaica Pegasus, New Kingston, Jamaica for their overall support and commitment to our organization and…
12th Anniversary PTANA National Convention Antigua & Barbuda October 21-25, 2020
October 23, 2019 | News Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) announces the election of the new Board of Directors. 2020-2022 PTANA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers: Chairperson: Mary Burley, Maryland Chapter Co Chair: Brenda Cole, Maryland Chapter Treasurer: Tiffany White, Central Virginia Chapter Financial Secretary: Diana Thompson, New England Chapter Membership Chair: Janet Mosley,…
Travel Show Marketing Group (TSMG), producers of the highly acclaimed Travel Agent Forums, today announced a partnership with Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA). Jim Cloonan, President of TSMG, commented, “With like-minded goals of driving professional growth and education within the travel agency distribution channel, we recognized there are tremendous synergies between our organizations,…
