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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.

Intrax acquires New Zealand-based International Working Holidays

Jun 26, 2026

Since 1980, Intrax has been guided by a simple but powerful mission: connecting people, cultures, and ideas through international exchange.

CAS Trips wins gold at ICRT Europe Responsible Tourism Awards

Jun 25, 2026

Prague-based educational travel operator recognized for championing cultural diversity through its student-centered, community-first approach to experiential learning.

Welcome to our new member – Work It

Jun 18, 2026

Work It S.A. is a Ecuador-based international mobility organization specialized in cultural exchange programs, primarily the Summer Work Travel (J1) program in the United States.

Welcome to our new member: iCXC International Cultural Exchange

Jun 12, 2026

International Cultural Exchange Co., Ltd. (iCXC) was established in 2010. iCXC provides an Au Pair Program, CultureShare Program, and Overseas Internship Program, offering students the chance to embrace different cultures.

Cloudbeds and Journey partner to challenge dominant loyalty programmes of chains and OTAs

Jun 12, 2026

In a direct challenge to the dominant loyalty programs of OTAs, credit card companies, and hotel brands, Cloudbeds, the hospitality management system built for ambitious hoteliers, and Journey, a loyalty platform for independent hotels and private residences, today announced a first-of-its-kind strategic partnership.

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The strategic role of alumni programs in cultural exchange

Alumni programs are often seen as a post-program engagement tool, but their strategic value goes far beyond that.

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“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.