International Institute of Tourism Studies

Celebrating the Launch of the 2024 Adventure Tourism Development Index: A Global Tool for Adventure Travel Competitiveness

The George Washington University International Institute of Tourism Studies (GW IITS) and the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) are thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 Adventure Tourism Development Index (ATDI). This global ranking, now in its most...

The Power of Indigenous-Led Tourism

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the resilience, contributions, and sovereignty of the Native peoples who were the original stewards of the land. First proclaimed in 2021 by President Biden, this day is a reminder of our country’s responsibility to recognize and...

Voices of the Black Hills: SDNTA Tour Guide Training Program Strengthens Native Storytelling Through Tourism

The Black Hills, or Pahá Sápa, hold a profound significance for the Lakota people, not just as a sacred land, but as the very heart of their cultural identity, spiritual connection, and history. For centuries, these hills have been a source of life, sustenance, and...

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World Class Destination Jackson Hole Tackles Sustainable Destination Management

Jun 2, 2022 | GWSB Blog Posts, International Institute of Tourism Studies, overtourism, Research, Uncategorized

GW International Institute of Tourism Studies Guides Teton County Towards Destination Stewardship Nestled between mountain ranges of Grand Teton National Park and the wondrous landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, Wyoming is a town with a distinct...

The Future of Travel is Indigenous!

May 15, 2022 | GW In The News, GWSB Blog Posts, Indigenous Tourism, Industry, International Institute of Tourism Studies, News

GW International Institute of Tourism Studies Celebrates Indigenous Breakthroughs in Travel and Tourism During this year’s National Travel and Tourism Week, themed “The Future of Travel”, the George Washington University International Institute of Tourism Studies (GW...

Jamaica Strives for Destination Assurance

Apr 25, 2022 | GW In The News, GWSB Blog Posts, Industry, International Institute of Tourism Studies, News, Research

New Promise for Authentic, Safe and Seamless Jamaican Visits Clear blue water, soft sand, and salty air make destinations in the Caribbean irresistible for travelers. Jamaica’s high-quality, sustainable resorts give it an edge as a top tourist destination, and to...

St. Thomas, Jamaica, is Tapped as The Next Frontier of Tourism

Dec 16, 2021 | International Institute of Tourism Studies, News, Uncategorized

New Destination Management Plan for St. Thomas, Jamaica, Promotes Community Tourism; Serves as a Model for Other More Mature Destinations including Montego Bay, Negril, and Ocho Rios A new Destination Management Plan for the Parish of St. Thomas, Jamaica, was unveiled...

NORTH DAKOTA TRIBES LAUNCH NON-PROFIT TOUR OPERATOR TO SELL CULTURAL HERITAGE TOURS

Nov 30, 2021 | Indigenous Tourism, International Institute of Tourism Studies, MTA

The North Dakota Native Tourism Alliance Readies to Sell Tour Products Ahead of 2022 Summer Travel Season The North Dakota Native Tourism Alliance (NDNTA), which represents the tourism interests of the five federally recognized tribes of North Dakota, has formed a new...

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