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Celebrating the Vital Role of Buses and Motorcoaches in Washington, DC

Buses and motorcoaches are integral to the tourism lifeblood of our nation’s capital, and a key component of this industry are the drivers of these motor carriers. These individuals were celebrated during the recent “DC Loves Buses Day,” showcasing drivers’ profound impact on Washington, DC’s tourism economy and cultural vibrancy.

Intercity Bus Security Grant Program Application Roll Out

Since 2003, over $120 million in grants have been awarded to the motorcoach industry by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Intercity Bus Security Grant Program (IBSGP). Get on the fast track to preparedness and learn about the changes to this year’s grant program.

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ABA Applauds Motorcoaches as Eco-Friendly Transportation Leaders

Motorcoach buses, widely recognized for their passenger-carrying capabilities in long-distance services, encompass touring, intercity travel, private charter, and commuter transit. The ABAF partnered with TTI to assess the environmental impact of motorcoach operations, comparing energy use and emissions with other transportation modes. The study continues the legacy of the 2019 report, ensuring an up-to-date evaluation based on the latest available information and emission rates.

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Upcoming Webinars

2024 HMC In-Person Spring Meeting

In-person | May 21 | 9 a.m. PT The Hispanic Motorcoach Council is hosting a day-long spring event tailored to the needs of Hispanic and indigenous business owners in the industry. It will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Park MGM Las Vegas from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Member 101: Understanding Your Benefits

Our Member Orientation Webinar will introduce you to the team at ABA and show you how to make the most of your membership. Webinar | May 23 | 3 p.m. ET

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Efficient & Productive: Tips & Tricks from Your Peers

Join us for a dynamic Women in Buses webinar on productivity on June 5th at 2pm ET. This roundtable will dive deep into personal productivity strategies and challenges that women face in the workplace. Webinar | June 5 | 2 p.m. ET

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The “Big 4” to Creating More Storytellers for Your Organization!

If given the choice, would you rather be considered “ the best”, or the “favorite” when it comes to companies in your region, or state? What steps are you taking to have your customers and employees think of your organization as “their favorite”? It starts with implementing “The Big 4” to deliver that Black Tie (or first-class) Customer Service Experience. Webinar | June 6 | 2 p.m. ET | Sponsored by Experience Sioux Falls

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Women in Buses Meet & Eat

Zoom | June 19 | 1 p.m. ET

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Destinations

In our March/April 2024 issue, we celebrate and revisit all things Marketplace—candid photos from the event, award winners, and sponsors. We also explore Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and The West.

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An Amazing Marketplace in an Amazing City

Many of the comments I received about this year’s Marketplace in Nashville, Tenn., were a fervent “The event was amazing!” And why wouldn’t it be? Held Jan. 13–16 at Music City Center, Marketplace saw more operators taking business appointments than ever before (with over 300 operators on the business floor), more than 1,000 motorcoach and tour operators under one roof, nearly 3,000 attendees from every part of North America and overseas, and the most sponsors ever at more than 120. 

Read more thoughts from Pete Pantuso in his latest On the Road column in Destinations magazine

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