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Use the largest ever study of youth travel to inform your
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We are looking for the up-and-coming talent and product
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WYSE Travel Confederation is the only global not-for-profit membership organisation that represents the youth, student and educational travel industry.

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Featured Article

New Horizons V: A global study of the youth and student traveller

Use the biggest specialist travel survey worldwide, and the largest ever study of youth travel to inform your business in youth, student and educational travel. This unique study provides a comprehensive picture of a dynamic travel segment full of potential. A powerful tool for travel and tourism professionals since 2002, New Horizons is a companion to travel professionals interested in the power of youth to shape the future of travel.

Meet our new Study Abroad Sector Panellist

Dec 30, 2025

Scott Heptonstall joins the Study Abroad Sector Panel on 1 January 2026, for a term of three years. We look forward to seeing what he can bring to the Panel and Confederation.

2025 insights from the Cultural Exchange Best Practice Working Group

Dec 16, 2025

To wrap up 2025, we asked the WYSE Travel Confederation Cultural Exchange Best Practice Working Group to reflect on the past year, as well as look to new opportunities on the horizon and key priority areas for the coming months.

The Travel Safety Sector Panel: Reflections on 2025 and what’s to come

Dec 15, 2025

To wrap up 2025, we asked the WYSE Travel Confederation Travel Safety Sector panellists to reflect on 2025, as well as new opportunities on the horizon and key priority areas for the coming year.

The Study Abroad Sector Panel: Reflections on 2025 and what’s to come

Dec 15, 2025

To wrap up 2025, we asked the WYSE Travel Confederation Study Abroad Sector panellists to reflect on 2025, as well as new opportunities on the horizon and key priority areas for the coming months.

Upcoming webinars

The US tax filing season survival guide for nonresidents

As the 2025 tax season is underway, this practical webinar will break down some of the key things to know about US tax for nonresidents in the USA.

Navigating U.S. visa interview constraints: How in-country collaboration can improve interview access

Since the pandemic, several Latin American Winter Work and Travel countries have faced recurring challenges related to US. visa interview appointment availability.

Listen to our latest podcast

“Youth travel really isn’t just tourism; it’s about mobility, confidence, that first paycheck from abroad”

Founder and CEO of Ediphi Cristina Carl discusses the company’s immersive, AI-driven talent-readiness solution for trainees and the hospitality industry in this episode of Ask Us Anything.