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Impactrip makes waves in ocean cleanup
Impactrip has recently carried out several volunteer initiatives which have made a measurable impact on ocean health by removing a total of 6,756 kg of marine debris from key coastal areas. This...
A decade of influence: RMC Asia’s impact on global hospitality talent
The hospitality sector is evolving, with cultural exchange at the core of this transformation. In 2025, RMC Asia commemorates a pivotal achievement — 10 years of connecting worldwide talent with...
Record year for HEROLÉ School Trips: Over 200,000 students travelling with HEROLÉ in 2025
On course for growth with new destinations, partners, and programmes HEROLÉ School Trips, one of the leading providers of educational travel in the German-speaking region, is expecting a record year...
Key challenges and market dynamics in the hostel sector in 2025
The youth accommodation sector continues to navigate an increasingly challenging landscape, with economic pressures, changing travel patterns, and evolving distribution strategies affecting hostel...
Is travel more impactful than it was a decade ago?
Travel motivations change with age — it’s a logical statement that you can probably see in your own travel history. Perhaps early on you travelled for education or as a child on a family vacation....
Collective Hospitality announces opening of 29 former Selina properties under Socialtel brand
Collective Hospitality Pte Ltd, a leading Singapore-based hospitality owner and operator, has announced the launch of 29 Socialtel properties across South and Central America. This milestone marks...
Global Leadership Adventures celebrates 20 years with Internship Program expansion
This year, Global Leadership Adventures (GLA) is celebrating its 20th anniversary of running service-learning leadership programs for teens. The company began with the idea to bring the spirit and...
Cloudbeds and Sabre Hospitality announce strategic partnership to streamline hotel reservations and optimize distribution
Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, has today announced a strategic partnership with Sabre Hospitality, a leading global travel technology company. This...
Welcome to our new member – Mad Monkey hostels
Mad Monkey hostels is the leading sustainable hostel operator in Southeast Asia. Our mission is to connect the world through experience and adventure. We operate in 7 countries: Thailand, Cambodia,...
Welcome to our new member – ABC Universe
ABC universe is a student exchange agency in Kazakhstan, that helps students from Kazakhstan gaom cultural experience in the USA. We provide our students with professional services and support. The...
Challenges affecting international travel and cultural exchange programmes
The Travel Safety sector continues to evolve in response to regulatory shifts, funding uncertainties, and geopolitical developments. The WYSE Travel Confederation Travel Safety Panel, which convenes...
Surging demand for student travel, amidst challenges in the UK youth travel market
The WYSE Travel Confederation Study Abroad panel, which convenes regularly, provides valuable insights into key developments, challenges, and opportunities in the industry. Here are some key...
WYSE Cultural Exchange Best Practice Working Group remains committed to enhancing impact and effectiveness of international exchange programmes
The WYSE Travel Confederation Cultural Exchange Best Practice Working Group convenes monthly to discuss the current climate of the cultural exchange sector and establish objectives to improve the...
Welcome to our new member – Stockholm Adventures
Stockholm Adventures is an outdoor activities' company that offers guided courses in and around Stockholm. We believe we have something for everyone, all year round! We create genuine and...
Welcome to our new member – Envoys
Envoys is a team of educators. We design programmes directly in collaboration with schools to maximise learning for students. Our programmes provide meaningful experiential education for students...
Welcome to our new member – Revolver
Revolver Hotel is a boutique-style hotel with a mix of accommodation types appealing to a wide range of guests from backpackers to hen parties or romantic couple getaways. It's a chic, contemporary...
Welcome to our new member – An Óige
We are An Óige, the Irish Youth Hostel Association. We were founded in 1931 and ever since it has been our mission to provide safe, affordable, comfortable accommodation and experiences to the young...
Welcome to our new member – Globus Exchange Programs
Globus Exchange Programs is a youth cultural and professional exchange services recruitment organisation. We specialise in offering career training opportunities to international candidates seeking...
The Cultural Exchange Project’s TEFL Plus awarded full accreditation
The Cultural Exchange Project is pleased to announce that its TEFL PLUS course to train prospective English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers has received full, international accreditation. This...
Educatius launches 1:1 Impact: Transforming exchanges into global change
Educatius, a global leader in academic exchange programs, has announced the launch of 1:1 Impact, an innovative initiative that empowers international students to shape the global impact of their...
SWAP, IENA and JENZA Travel Group join forces to form global work and travel organisation
The JENZA Travel Group has announced the acquisition of SWAP Working Holidays. This follows the news that 3A Management, the parent company of IENA, has recently acquired JENZA. The JENZA Travel...
Welcome to our new member – Blue Horizon
Blue Horizon Pvt Ltd, Maldives has more than 30 years of expertise in domestic holiday packages in the Maldives, sending clients from Europe, the USA, and Asia to its motor yachts "Liveaboard" for...
Insights from the Accommodation Sector Panel: Growth in Asia-Pacific amid challenges in western markets
The WYSE Travel Confederation Accommodation Panel gets together every few weeks to catch up on what's going on in the accommodation sector; the latest trends, what's shaking up the industry, and the...
International youth travel organisations anticipate the second Trump presidency
Following the result of the 2024 presidential election in the United States, WYSE Travel Confederation surveyed the youth, student and educational travel industry for anticipated changes and...
Impactrip makes waves in ocean cleanup
Recent volunteer initiatives, promoted by Impactrip, have made a measurable impact on ocean health by removing a total of 6,756 kg of marine debris from key coastal areas.
A decade of influence: RMC Asia’s impact on global hospitality talent
The hospitality sector is evolving, with cultural exchange at the core of this transformation. In 2025, RMC Asia commemorates a pivotal achievement — 10 years of connecting worldwide talent with luxury hospitality brands throughout Asia and the Middle East.
Record year for HEROLÉ School Trips: Over 200,000 students travelling with HEROLÉ in 2025
HEROLÉ School Trips, one of the leading providers of educational travel in the German-speaking region, is expecting a record year in 2025.
Key challenges and market dynamics in the hostel sector in 2025
The youth accommodation sector continues to navigate an increasingly challenging landscape, with economic pressures, changing travel patterns, and evolving distribution strategies affecting hostel operators worldwide.
Is travel more impactful than it was a decade ago?
Travel motivations change with age — it’s a logical statement that you can probably see in your own travel history. Perhaps early on you travelled for education or as a child on a family vacation.
Collective Hospitality announces opening of 29 former Selina properties under Socialtel brand
Collective Hospitality Pte Ltd, a leading Singapore-based hospitality owner and operator, has announced the launch of 29 Socialtel properties across South and Central America.
Global Leadership Adventures celebrates 20 years with Internship Program expansion
This year, Global Leadership Adventures is celebrating its 20th anniversary of running service-learning leadership programs for teens.
Cloudbeds and Sabre Hospitality announce strategic partnership to streamline hotel reservations and optimize distribution
Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, has today announced a strategic partnership with Sabre Hospitality, a leading global travel technology company.
Welcome to our new member – Mad Monkey hostels
Mad Monkey hostels is the leading sustainable hostel operator in Southeast Asia. Our mission is to connect the world through experience and adventure.
Welcome to our new member – ABC Universe
ABC Universe is a student exchange agency in Kazakhstan. We help students from Kazakhstan get cultural experience in the USA. We provide our students with professional services and support.
Challenges affecting international travel and cultural exchange programmes
The Travel Safety sector continues to evolve in response to regulatory shifts, funding uncertainties, and geopolitical developments. The WYSE Travel Confederation Travel Safety Panel, which convenes regularly every few weeks, provides a platform to share updates and discuss challenges affecting international travel and cultural exchange programmes.
Surging demand for student travel, amidst challenges in the UK youth travel market
The Study Abroad sector continues to evolve, with significant trends shaping international student mobility.