| News for travel agents | December 13, 2007 |
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Looking forward to 2008
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Ashley McMaster, ASTA Lead Editor
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Part I of this ASTA SmartBrief special year-end report looked back at the most important trends and stories of 2007. Part II, below, highlights our predictions and yours for what's expected in 2008. In 2008, travel agents should expect to see a continued emphasis on going green, from eco-tourism and lodging and transportation changes to general business practices. ASTA members also can rest assured that the association will continue to fight against commission cuts, fee and tax increases and work toward international travel initiatives as well as affordable and attainable health care options for small businesses. Looking forward to 2008, ASTA already has plans for the International Destination Expo in Lyon, France, and is working with partners to put on the next THETRADESHOW in Orlando, Fla. Visit ASTA's Web site for details on these events and more. 
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Will more cruise lines cut travel agent commissions?
- Yes, they will follow each other. 72%
- Yes, but they may not stick depending on what is done to prevent it. 18%
- No, it's an isolated occurrence. 10%
    
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What niche travel do you expect to see grow the strongest in 2008?
- Eco-tourism. 47%
- Volunteer tourism. 18%
- Extreme adventure tourism. 15%
- Medical tourism. 11%
- Other. 9%
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Where will the most popular international destination be in 2008?
- In South/Central America. 24%
- In Europe. 46%
- In Southeast Asia. 22%
- Other. 8%
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Where will the most popular U.S. regional destination be in 2008?
- East Coast. 28%
- West Coast. 29%
- South. 32%
- Midwest. 7%
- Other. 4%
| ASTA 2008 Events | | |
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Upcoming ASTA Conferences
ASTA Allied Marketing Committee Meeting
Jan. 3 to 4, 2008
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. ASTA Chapter Presidents Meeting
Feb. 1 to 2, 2008
To Be Determined ASTA CAC Meeting
Feb. 20, 2008
New Orleans ASTA Premium Members Summit
March 10 to 11, 2008
New Orleans ASTA Board of Directors Meeting
April 11 to 12, 2008
Lyon, France International Destination Expo
April 12 to 16, 2008
Lyon, France ASTA Chapter Presidents Meeting
June 6 to 7, 2008
To Be Determined ASTA Legislative Action Day
July 16, 2008
Washington, D.C. ASTA Allied Marketing Committee Meeting
July 30, 2008
Los Angeles ASTA Board of Directors Meeting
Aug. 6 to 7, 2008
To Be Determined THETRADESHOW
Sept. 7 to 9, 2008
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fla. ASTA Chapter Presidents Meeting
Sept. 22 to 23, 2008
Alexandria, Va. ASTA Board of Directors/Chapter Presidents Meeting
Dec. 2 to 4, 2008
To Be Determined
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