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“Keep talking and listening to young people”: JENZA at WYSTC 2023
Day one of the World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) saw the arrival of four of JENZA's Youth Advisory Panel (YAP): Adithi, Ydis, Aoife and Samia. Forming part of the panel of 17-26 year...
Maximizing Alliance Strategies Technology Toolkit at WYSTC 2023
‘Maximizing Alliance Strategies Technology Toolkit’, gave attendees an insight into the suite of technology developments that are powering growth at Alliance Strategies. Adam Cooper, President of...
World Nomads & KILROY announce partnership to serve the UK market
World Nomads Travel Insurance, a global leader in cover for the adventure travel market, is proud to announce its partnership with KILROY, the renowned youth and student travel agency, as they make...
WYSE Travel Confederation to update Vision and Mission Statement
Over the years, the role WYSE Travel Confederation fulfils has changed as the demands and directions of the industry have developed. To address these changes, it is proposed to introduce a Vision...
Welcome to our new member – CAS Trips
1. Tell us your story. How did CAS Trips get started? From humble beginnings as an international school teacher frustrated by school trips that did not captivate our students or enhance their...
Welcome to our new member – American Experience
1. Tell us your story. How did AMERICAN EXPERIENCE get started? American Experience started its journey in 2002 with a clear vision of providing authentic experiences for the Romanian students. We...
Which cities are most attractive for youth travellers?
There is a lot of attention given to the destination choices of young travellers, because they constitute a lucrative market for many places around the world. Cities in particular have become more...
The factors that have driven the latest enthusiasm for young people to pursue travel post-pandemic
Participation in a study abroad is a life-changing experience for many students. Taking part allows students to experience new cultures, gain a global perspective, and in many situations, alleviate...
Welcome to our new member – GoEco
1. Tell us your story. How did GoEco get started? After completing my B.A. in Environmental Studies, I began volunteering at different conservation projects around the world. The positive and...
Gen Z and Millennial festival travellers
Previous research from WYSE Travel Confederation has underlined the growing importance of events, and particularly music festivals, in generating youth travel. The New Horizons IV research conducted...
Selina opens its doors in Dakhla, Morocco
Selina, the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travellers, is excited to announce the opening of its newest hotel in Dakhla, Morocco. The...
Mental health and travel: Shifting Perspectives in Secondary Exchange Programs
In the field of secondary school exchange programs, there has long been a norm that if a student discloses a history of mental health problems or treatment, or experiences the onset of a mental...
Welcome to our new member – GTS Work & Travel
1. Tell us your story. How did GTS Work & Travel get started? GTS opened its doors on Feb 20th, 2003 by offering Cultural Exchange Programs for youths. The main long-term goal for GTS is growing...
Tourism Adventure Group Completes Acquisition of Work & Travel Company
Media Release Tourism Adventure Group (TAG), a global leader in youth travel experiences, has announced the successful completion of the acquisition of the Work & Travel Company. The acquisition...
Welcome to our new member – Adventures in Borneo
1. Tell us your story. How did Adventures In Borneo get started? We embarked on our journey in the UK back in May 2000, initially operating as a PADI Dive Centre where our primary focus was...
WYSE Travel Confederation launches fifth New Horizons study on global youth and student travel
PRESS RELEASE WYSE Travel Confederation launches fifth New Horizons study on global youth and student travel The World Youth Student and Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation has launched the...
Culture and the importance of youth travel
David Chapman, Director General of WYSE Travel Confederation spoke at the Bridging Cultures Through Travel Conference hosted by CultSense and ATLAS, the Association for Tourism and Leisure Education...
Tourism Adventure Group appoints new CEO
Media Release Tourism Adventure Group (TAG), a world-renowned player in the youth travel experiences market, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Tom Cooney as its new Chief Executive Officer....
Giant inflatable flamingo or portable disco ball?
If you could pack one of those non-essential items for your next trip, which would it be? Or maybe one is essential to your next trip?* We’ll discover this and many other (more practical) youth...
Potential millennial demand for creative tourism experiences – research from South Africa
Creative tourism, or the active participation by tourists in creative activities in the destination, was one of the growth areas for youth tourism identified by WYSE Travel Confederation as far back...
Welcome to our new member – Amistat Hostels
1. Tell us your story. How did Amistat Hostels get started?The origins of Amistat date back to the 2010s, when faced with the opportunity to operate the first large Hostel in New York City, but a...
Welcome to our new member – Alliance Visas
Tell us your story. How did Alliance Visas get started? Alliance Visas began with my personal journey through the immigration process. As I navigated through my own immigration requirements, I...
Five ways to get involved with New Horizons 5
It’s time for the New Horizons 5 survey, our community’s global study of youth and student travel. You can help renew our global understanding of international youth and student travel by getting...
Dubai Welcomes Global Hospitality Recruitment Powerhouse, Alliance Abroad
Dubai, UAE, 23 May 2023 - Alliance Abroad, the renowned leader in global hospitality recruitment and cultural exchange, has set its sights on Dubai with the opening of its newest office. This...
“Keep talking and listening to young people”: JENZA at WYSTC 2023
Day one of the World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) saw the arrival of four of JENZA's Youth Advisory Panel (YAP): Adithi, Ydis, Aoife and Samia. Forming part of the panel of 17-26 year...
Maximizing Alliance Strategies Technology Toolkit at WYSTC 2023
‘Maximizing Alliance Strategies Technology Toolkit’, gave attendees an insight into the suite of technology developments that are powering growth at Alliance Strategies. Adam Cooper, President of...
World Nomads & KILROY announce partnership to serve the UK market
World Nomads Travel Insurance, a global leader in cover for the adventure travel market, is proud to announce its partnership with KILROY, the renowned youth and student travel agency, as they make...
WYSE Travel Confederation to update Vision and Mission Statement
Over the years, the role WYSE Travel Confederation fulfils has changed as the demands and directions of the industry have developed. To address these changes, it is proposed to introduce a Vision...
Welcome to our new member – CAS Trips
From humble beginnings as an international school teacher frustrated by school trips that did not captivate our students or enhance their learning outside of the classroom.
Welcome to our new member – American Experience
American Experience (AE) has been providing life-changing experiences for young people since 2002. We are the largest Romanian recruiter for the U.S. State Department’s Summer Work Travel program, matching nearly 1,600 students with designated sponsor organizations in 2021.
Which cities are most attractive for youth travellers?
There is a lot of attention given to the destination choices of young travellers, because they constitute a lucrative market for many places around the world. Cities in particular have become more...
The factors that have driven the latest enthusiasm for young people to pursue travel post-pandemic
There is a lot of attention given to the destination choices of young travellers, because they constitute a lucrative market for many places around the world.
Welcome to our new member – GoEco
GoEco is a globally recognised volunteer organization that has earned a prominent position in the field. Founded by sustainable travel experts in 2006, GoEco has established itself as a leader in providing high-quality volunteer programs.
Gen Z and Millennial festival travellers
Previous research from WYSE Travel Confederation has underlined the growing importance of events, and particularly music festivals, in generating youth travel. The New Horizons IV research conducted in 2017 indicated that there were around 23 million youth festival travellers, spending over 5 billion euros.
Selina opens its doors in Dakhla, Morocco
The newly opened hotel offers guests a unique and immersive experience in the stunning coastal city of Dakhla.
Mental health and travel: Shifting Perspectives in Secondary Exchange Programs
In the field of secondary school exchange programs, there has long been a norm that if a student discloses a history of mental health problems or treatment, or experiences the onset of a mental...