Dates have been announced for this fall's Lt. Governor's Travel & Tourism Summits. OTIA has partnered with Lt. Governor Todd Lamb to produce these events, which are held around the state.

Here's something the Trump administration, congressional Democrats and Republicans and elected officials from the heartland to the coasts all agree on: There's no greater travel destination in the world than the U.S., from exceptional travel experiences to world-class meetings and conferences that drive business and grow local economies. The CEO of the U.S. Travel Association argues that America's greatness doesn't sell itself. It needs a properly funded Brand USA.

U.S. Travel is pleased to announce the release of the Economic Review of Travel in America, 2017 Edition—an annual report offering a broad review of the 2016 economic year in travel. As a U.S. Travel member, you have access to the executive summary and can purchase the full report at the discounted member rate.

The Destination Disaster Recovery Fund works in conjunction with partnerships established with the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association and the Texas Travel Industry Association, adding national support for their regional efforts.