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6 Things We Loved About the Adventure Travel World Summit in Panama 1. Launch of the Adventure Hub - The Adventure Travel Trade Association's new Adventure Hub is a game changer for how World Nomads will connect across the ATTA network. This clean, intuitive app will make connecting with business, professional, and community members a breeze. Our fave features? The Member Directory, Discussion Groups (great topics like Sustainability, Marketing, and AI), Journalist Alerts, and Ask the Community. App fatigue is real, but this one’s a must-have for adventure travel professionals. 2. Shared Values Build Better Partnerships - When it comes to partnerships, having shared values really matters. At World Nomads, we are big believers that travel can be a force for good, and our Footprints micro-donation program gives travelers a way to give back to the communities around the world. This year, at the Adventure Travel Conservation Fund (ATCF) breakfast, our work with ATCF and adopting two impactful projects, sparked conversations with like-minded brands to thank us, say hello and talk collaborations With Dr. Rachel Graham of MarAlliance as the keynote and a past Footprints project partner, this was a full-circle moment. This was especially meaningful as Footprints celebrates its 20th anniversary in a few months and casts a spot light on the staying power of doing good. 3. The Fast-Paced Evolution of Adventure Travel - The adventure travel industry is transforming rapidly with new operators, business models, trends, and technology. One standout was Bolderspace’s Manifesto on Digital Humanism and Universal Basic Digital Infrastructure, which explores a decentralized digital future with a more human-centered approach. Fascinating and thought-provoking. 4. Am I networking right now? - Since 2008, World Nomads has attended ATWS, and every year it offers unique opportunities to connect with customers, partners, media, and influencers. These aren’t just formal networking moments—they’re genuine conversations that lead to meaningful relationships. 5. Celebrating Panama’s Culture with a Makers Market - ATTA brought Panama’s vibrancy directly to attendees with a Makers Market, where local artisans showcased their crafts. This initiative allowed us to support the local economy and learn more about Panamanian artistry. Combined with the Day of Adventure and pre-summit activities, it was an inspiring celebration of culture. We hope this remains a Summit tradition! 6. Reaching Our Ideal Audience - The global Summit adventure audience is exactly who World Nomads wants to reach and share our latest news with, whether it’s new product launches, marketing campaigns, or business updates. Attending Summit truly amplifies our reach and impact across all our business and brand goals. Looking forward to next year in Chile! #AdventureTravel #TravelSummit #WorldNomads #ATTA

World Nomads is excited to announce our new partnership with US Fire and the launch of new travel protection plans, expanded benefits and exclusive perks for US residents: ✅ Annual Plan covering unlimited 45-day trips with 12 months  ✅ Epic Single-Trip Plan with expanded adventure activity cover and our highest benefits limits ever  ✅ New benefits like Optional Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR), Missed Connection, Trip Inconvenience and Pet Kennel cover  ✅ Pre-trip health consultations offered by Runway Health and lost luggage retrieval service from Blue Ribbon Bags  ✅ And more! Enjoy greater flexibility and better travel protection for your next adventure. Read the full press release here. https://lnkd.in/g2_gzTAW 

The Tour de Turtles has only 7 days to go, and our sponsored turtle Donna Shello is in first place for Leatherbacks! The Sea Turtle Conservancy is launching a People’s Choice Contest today, October 26. You can vote for Donna by commenting on STC’s social media posts about the contest. Comments must be on STC’s original post to count. The contest will last through EOD on Monday, October 28. Help our amazing superhero Donna Shello win the popular vote as well as the Tour de Turtles race! SEA TURTLE CONSERVANCY, INC. https://lnkd.in/gzKDSQiA https://lnkd.in/gU_diuUE https://lnkd.in/gPu9gYv5

WYSTC 2024 in Portugal – An Unforgettable Experience! We had an incredible time at the World Youth & Student Travel Conference (WYSTC), connecting with leaders from 150+ countries and showcasing our commitment to this vibrant industry. With 600+ delegates, 19+ networking events and 925+ hours of educational content, WYSTC is the place to be for building partnerships and driving meaningful impact in the Youth travel space. As a headline sponsor, World Nomads took centre stage with our branded business lounge at the heart of the event. Our team of 6 had 90+ productive meetings with hostels, OTAs, tour operators and more, resulting in a suite of very strong leads for future collaborations. This year marks our 19th year of attendance and we can’t wait to celebrate our 20th anniversary at next year's WYSTC! Cheers to more growth, collaboration and innovation in the youth and student travel sector. #WYSTC2024 #WorldNomads #YouthTravel #TravelIndustry #Partnerships #Networking #Innovation

Today is International Day of the Girl, a day of action begun by Plan International Australia to spotlight the unique challenges girls face, promote girls’ rights, and reduce the time it will take to achieve world gender equality. We are proud to have partnered with Plan for 15 years with more than $570,000 in microdonations from travelers through our Footprints Network. Whether it's economic empowerment in Sri Lanka, girls' safety in Uganda, or food security in Kenya, we've supported girls' rights and gender equality in 16 countries, across 26 projects. Learn more about Plan's work to beat the clock on gender equality, and watch and share their video on their commitment to girls around the world. https://bit.ly/3YgXzxt #UntilWeAreAllEqual #InternationalDayoftheGirl #IDG2024 #DayoftheGirl

Our 2024 Photo & Film Scholarship Program is now accepting applications! Submit your best work for the opportunity to travel on assignment (on a safari in Africa!) with industry experts, kick-starting your career. Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gn7rHp2q

Cowabunga! Our sponsored turtle Donna Shello has surged into First Place in the Leatherback Tour de Turtles! She’s cruising along the coast of Long Island, NY right now, no doubt heading to a beach party in the Hamptons. Check out her progress here https://lnkd.in/gqU8WMr2 @conserveturtles https://tourdeturtles.org/

🐢 We’re entering the final month of the Leatherback Tour de Turtles! Our sponsored sea turtle Donna Shello is currently in third place. She’s snacking on jellyfish east of Turks and Caicos to build strength for the rest of her migration. 🌊 🐢 Check out her progress https://lnkd.in/gqU8WMr2

Introducing our newest Footprints partner, the Adventure Travel Conservation Fund! The Footprints Network and Adventure Travel Conservation Fund are helping save endangered primates and improve the lives of local communities in Panama’s Burica Peninsula through ecotourism. Learn how donations from our travelers are supporting this project. https://lnkd.in/gg28VWv5

🐢🌊 Cowabunga – the Tour de Turtles race is underway! Our sponsored leatherback Donna Shello is swimming to help raise awareness of climate change. She’s currently cruising off the coast of Panama and Costa Rica. Check out her progress here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gqU8WMr2 @conserveturtles https://tourdeturtles.org/ https://lnkd.in/gqU8WMr2 https://lnkd.in/gpe9Ct8y