FIFA World Cup 2026: What ABA Members Need to Know
With FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches and fan festivals running from June 11 through July 19 across 16 North American host cities, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a […]
Tourism
Capitol Area Parkway Restrictions: What does this mean for operators?
An important informational session with the United States Park Police on guidance and clarification on current Baltimore-Washington Parkway regulations and enforcement priorities.
Jun
08
Commercial Vehicle Prohibition on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Recent enforcement activity on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway is not the result of a new regulation. The commercial vehicle prohibition on the National Park Service-managed section of the parkway has been […]
DOI Provides Update to Commercial Tour Operators on Nonresident Fee Solutions
The Department of the Interior shares short- and long-term operational solutions in a recent stakeholders call The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) recently convened a meeting with Commercial Use […]
Tour and Travel Members Warn Steep Fee Increases Could Reshape National Park Itineraries
Recent ABA member survey shows proposed National Park fee changes would pressure tour operators, reduce demand, and threaten gateway economies. A new member survey of tour operators and travel professionals […]
ABA Continues Advocacy on GAOA Reauthorization, National Park Access, and Commercial Tour Operations
ABA remains actively engaged with Congress, the Administration, and industry stakeholders to ensure the reauthorization of the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA)—the landmark bipartisan law that created dedicated funding to […]
2026 Q1 Economic and Travel Report: Early Signs of Travel Growth Face New Global Uncertainty
Quarterly Economy & Travel Industry Summary A Reminder to Expect the Unexpected As the year began, the tariff situation appeared to have largely stabilized, inflation was expected to ease, and […]
ABA Tour Operator Meeting
ABA's quarterly discussion with tour operators on advocacy items of interest to the industry.
May
14
Why World Cup 2026 Could Be a Breakout Opportunity for Group Tour and Travel
The latest USTA research shows many travelers are planning fuller vacations around their World Cup experience. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up to be more than a sports […]