Visit USA has launched its first printed travel planner since the pandemic began, marking a significant step in the travel industry’s recovery.
- The 2024 Travel Planner includes over 60 pages covering various holiday options in the U.S., from rail journeys to culinary adventures.
- Celebrating travel anniversaries and offering a new directory, the planner connects travellers with essential service providers.
- A new travel toolkit is introduced, featuring a guide to the Esta mobile app and a detailed map of the U.S.
- Kate Kenward, CEO of Visit USA, highlights the planner’s popularity and expected demand in the upcoming booking season.
Visit USA has released its first printed travel planner since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, heralding a fresh wave of enthusiasm among travellers and industry professionals alike. This 2024 edition, made available on January 2nd, consists of more than 60 pages, offering a comprehensive guide to travelling within the United States from the United Kingdom.
The planner features detailed guides on a range of travel experiences, including rail journeys and outdoor activities, aimed at enriching the traveller’s understanding and enjoyment of the country. Focused on diverse themes such as food and drink, music, and sports, the planner aims to cater to varied interests, making it an essential companion for potential visitors.
Additionally, it marks significant anniversaries within the industry for the year 2024 and includes a directory that provides key contact information for Visit USA members. These members encompass a broad spectrum of travel-related entities, including airlines, hotels, and attractions, thus serving as a vital resource for both agents and consumers.
Of notable interest is the inclusion of a travel toolkit which details the new Esta mobile app and contains a comprehensive map of the U.S., enriching the planning process with practical tools and insights.
Kate Kenward, the Chief Executive at Visit USA (UK), reinforces the planner’s significance, stating, “The Visit USA Travel Planner is always a highly sought-after publication…as this is our first printed version since the pandemic, we are expecting a rush on requests from our avid supporters and readers who await its release every year.” This statement underscores the planner’s anticipated high demand as travel enthusiasts eagerly prepare for the busy January booking season.
The Visit USA Association plays a pivotal role in promoting leisure travel from the UK to the United States, boasting a robust membership that has returned to its pre-Covid numbers, exceeding 150 members, which include a diverse array of travel industry stakeholders.
The release of Visit USA’s 2024 Travel Planner symbolises a strong revival in travel enthusiasm and industry activity post-pandemic.
