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CIEE announces relaunch of its Global Internship Conference (GIC)
Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) is excited to announce the re-launch of its Global Internship Conference (GIC). Started in 2012, the annual GIC convenes global leaders in higher...
Looking to 2023 with the Study Abroad Panel
Nina Slupphaugh Study Abroad Chair“I love student exchange and international education! I truly believe that we provide something important, both to the individual people involved and also as a...
WYSE Travel Confederation: Growth and developments in the digital nomad market since COVID-19
As outlined in WYSE Travel Confederation’s New Horizons IV: A global study of the youth and student traveller, the rise of the digital nomad was already evident, even before the pandemic. In New...
Is ChatGPT coming for our jobs?
Hailed as an AI game-changer, ChatGPT seems to be taking the world by storm. But is it all its hyped up to be? And should us humans be worried? Read on; we put it to the test. WYSE: Hey, we hear...
Tourism Adventure Group merges accommodation brands Base Backpackers and Nomads
WYSE Travel Confederation Member Tourism Adventure Group has announced the merge of its travel accommodation brands, Base Backpackers and Nomads. Renewed confidence in the international travel...
CAPAA Welcomes Anna Prasad as its new Chair
CAPAA, the Cultural Au Pair Association of Australia, is pleased to announce its new Chair, Anna Prasad. Anna has been working in the Au pair sector for close to 5 years and is currently managing...
Coming in 2023: New Horizons 5, the global study of youth and student travel
The youth traveller stays longer and spends more, but how do we know this? Twenty years of the study dedicated to understanding young travellers, New Horizons. The fifth iteration of the New...
Five ways to get the attention of prospects and competitors
At this year's World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) in Lisbon, Portugal, WYSE Travel Confederation’s Research and Education Manager Wendy Morrill outlined five ways that you can attract...
WYSE Travel Confederation announces winners of the 2022 Global Youth Travel Awards
MEDIA RELEASE The winners of the six Global Youth Travel Awards (GYTA) were announced during a gala dinner on 30 September, during the final evening of the 2022 World Youth and Student Travel...
Building back and renewed advocacy initiatives at WYSE Travel Confederation 2022 Annual General Meeting
Members and guests attended the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of WYSE Travel Confederation ahead of the 2022 World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) in Lisbon, Portugal on Tuesday, 27...
WYSE Travel Confederation 2022 Board and Sector Panel ratifications
The following members were confirmed to the Management Board and Sector Panels during the 2022 Annual General Meeting of WYSE Travel Confederation, held on 27 September ahead of the World Youth and...
BYTAP responds to Minister for Travel & Trade on role of Working Holiday Makers
Since Australia reopened its borders to Working Holiday Makers (WHMs) in December 2021, a third of the usual number of WHMS are currently in Australia. What's more, there is a backlog of over 13,000...
90 years young and a new generation hihostels.com
It’s 2022 and the International Youth Hostel Federation, also known as Hostelling International (HI) celebrates 90 years since its very first International Conference in Amsterdam in 1932. Over...
Ask Us Anything: Terri Hamilton, Brigham Young University
What does study abroad look like post-COVID? Hear about some of the changes in this episode of Ask Us Anything by WYSE Travel Confederation. In this conversation, you’ll hear Terri Hamilton of...
Ask Us Anything: Clare Weston, KILROY
Hear from KILROY, the largest youth and student travel agency in northern Europe, in this episode of Ask Us Anything by WYSE Travel Confederation. In this conversation, you’ll hear from Clare...
Ask Us Anything: Fabiana Martilotta, Viajeros Sin Fronteras
Find out what’s going on in the student travel market of Uruguay in this interview with Fabiana Martilotta, Director General and CEO of Viajeros Sin Fronteras. Fabiana discusses the most popular...
Beds & Bars Ltd takes home Investors in People Platinum for a third time
Mark Vaughan, People Director at Beds & Bars Ltd, announced the win of the group's third platinum award from Investors in People, one of very few in the hospitality industry to have achieved...
BYTAP Sends a Warm ‘Konnichiwa’ to Prime Minister Albanese
The Backpacker & Youth Tourism Advisory Panel (BYTAP) has congratulated Prime Minister Albanese and welcomed the new Australian government at a critical time for the youth tourism sector. It is...
AIFS Abroad named 2022 GoAbroad Innovation Awards finalist
WYSE Travel Confederation member, AIFS Abroad, is pleased to announce that it is a top 5 finalist for the Innovation in Diversity Award in the 2022 GoAbroad Innovation Awards. The Innovation in...
Australia budgets 30% increase in WHM visas
The 2022-23 budget made public on 29 March by the Morrison Government announced a 30% increase in the number of Work and Holiday (WH) visas available for 2022-2023. The announcement has been...
Intrax acquires Center for International Career Development (CICD)
WYSE Travel Confederaion member Intrax Inc has acquired Center for International Career Development (CICD), a fellow U.S. Department of State designated J-1 Visa Sponsor. The merger serves not only...
Euroventure’s GOAT Roadtrip assists in movement of refugees to the UK
GOAT Roadtrip, Euroventure's sister company, has set up a team of volunteers to assist in the movement of refugees to the UK as part of the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ refugee scheme. On Friday, 18 March,...
Adapting to the Live Anywhere Travel Revolution
Executive interview with Airbnb at ITB Berlin Convention 2022 Kathrin Anselm, General Manager, DACH, CEE & Russia, Airbnb Lea Jordan, techtalk.travel Adaptability was the key takeaway from an...
In memoriam of Erik Henny
Erik Peter Henny1948 – 2022 We are saddened to hear of the unexpected death of long-standing WYSE Travel Confederation member, Erik Henny, whilst on holiday with his family. Those of you who were...
Viajero Hostels opens in Huacachina, Perú
On 1 December 2023, Viajero Hostels opened in Huacachina, Perú, welcoming all Viajeros – travellers – from around the world. A member of WYSE Travel Confederation, Viajero Hostels is the renowned Latin-American hostel chain, with destinations in seven countries and more than 20 cities.
Gen Z, OTAs and group travel
Many factors shape the type of accommodation chosen by travellers, including supply in the destination, duration of stay, purpose of the trip and budget.
Welcome to our new member – Divan International
Divan is the founder of the cultural exchange and J1 programs to the Middle East Jordan, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. arguably Divan is the best leading cultural exchange, educational, training, language, and travel organization, widely known for its unique services for travelers from Arab countries.
Welcome to our new member – IREX
IREX is a global development and education organization based in Washington, DC. Our participants are usually graduate students, PhD students, professional researchers or professors so they are a bit further into their careers.
Welcome to our new member Hopscotch Travel
Hopscotch Travel connects youth to great work and travel experiences available after high school, university, and beyond. We offer Au Pair, English teaching, seasonal, and hospitality experiences.
UNWTO recognises WYSE Travel Confederation among longest-standing Affiliate Members
UNWTO formaly recognised WYSE Travel Confederation among its longest-standing Affiliate Members, during the Award Ceremony organised during the 44th Affiliate Members Plenary Session, held on 16 October 2023 in Samarkand (Uzbekistan).
Welcome to our new member – Coffee Shack Adventure Backpackers
A fun, good-value hostel with excellent facilities and amazing, friendly local staff. We provide clean, safe, budget accommodation which includes Ensuite private rooms, dormitories and camping.
Capsule Services to open new hotel in Lucerne in spring 2024
In spring 2024, in the middle of the beautiful old town of Lucerne, Capsule Services will open the doors of its newest Capsule Hotel. In 2018, the first Capsule Hotel in Switzerland opened in...
Welcome to our new member – Discova
Discova is a global DMC with 15 years’ experience in Educational Travel, offering educational experiences in: language exchange, culture, sports, business, STEM, history and geography, service learning.
Welcome to our new member – Wanderlust
Wanderlust, established 7 years ago, specializes in facilitating educational and cultural opportunities for students seeking to study abroad.
“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...