Today is National Alabama Day – December 14, 2021
National Alabama Day is on December 14 each year. There’s so much to love about this day. It’s a homage to Alabama — a state steeped in fascinating history that significantly influenced the course of American history and politics. Alabama, with its beautiful people, landscapes, food, and culture, fought hard to join the Union. The state epitomizes Southern hospitality and warm nostalgia all around. A special day for an incredibly unique place — here’s to you, Alabama!
Upcoming Events:
Convos with Colleagues
Join us today, December 14 at 2 p.m. EST
Join Jo-Ann as she welcomes Heather Egan, Director of Leisure Sales for the Grapevine CVB. Find out all about beautiful Grapevine Texas as we prepare to spend some quality time there for ABA Marketplace 2022! This will be the last Convos with Colleagues in 2021. Today, December 14 at 2 p.m. EST via LinkedIn or YouTube.
GTO Coach and Go!
Join us Thursday, December 16 at 1:00 p.m. EST
Jim welcomes the GTO team this week! Keith, Kory, Kristina, and Seaira will discuss some recent updates that have taken place in GTO. This is the last GTO Coach and Go! of 2021. Thursday, December 16, 1:00pm EST via LinkedIn or YouTube.
Check out the Business Class podcast from The Tourism Academy sponsored by GTO
The Business Class podcast is where you go to meet people who have built fulfilling careers. People with successful businesses. People who create sustainable local economies in tourism!
Join us as we go LIVE from ABA! Tuesday, January 11, 2022 time TBA!
We will be LIVE from the ABA Marketplace floor in lovely Grapvine, Texas!
GTO System Updates
There has been an update to the Grid Pricing button in Sales Manager. There is now a new look to the grid and you have the ability to price across more than one bus. One price for all is now working in grid pricing as well. We will cover this on our GTO Coach and Go! this week.
Supplier Updates
Georgia
Telfair Museums in Savannah (Jepson Center, Telfair Academy, and Owens-Thomas House) have been updated with 2022 pricing for admission, guided tours, and combo tickets
Massachusetts
Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises 2022 pricing has been updated
Lexington Visitors Center (about 30 minutes outside of Boston) offers step-on guide service and guided walking tours of Lexington and Concord. 2022 pricing has been inputted into GTO
Missouri
Fritz’s Adventure meal pricing for 2022 is now updated. Admissions were updated a few weeks ago, so all pricing for 2022 is now available.
North Carolina
The Barn Dinner Theater in Greensboro has been added to GTO with their ticket ranges for 2022 dinner shows
Pennsylvania
American Heritage Student Tours, INC step-on guide pricing has been updated through 2023
Helpful Information and Blogs
7 Hidden Gems in Branson!
Join the GTO team at ABA Marketplace 2022! We look forward to seeing everyone in Grapevine, Texas in January. Visit us at booth #3025!
Industry News
White House Calls for Online Passport Renewals – Travel Weekly
Utah National Park Implementing New Timed Entry Ticket Program – Travel Pulse
Top Travel Deals for December – Travel Pulse
