From California to Maine, botanical gardens are among the best highlights of springtime. This article delves into a variety of botanical gardens perfect for connecting groups in nature, channeling both organized and free-flowing groups: lnk.bio/s/803a8

Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and remember his inspiring involvement in the Civil Rights Movement. This article on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail highlights important Civil Rights sites, including ones that showcase King's important work: lnk.bio/s/679e0

Attention student tour operators 📷 We're heading to Myrtle Beach, SC, April 21-24, and you're invited! Join The Group Travel Leader and Visit Myrtle Beach for a four-day familiarization tour. Apply here: lnk.bio/s/25344 Registration closes February 27.

Get into the action and visit a multitude of fanfare destinations in the Southeast. From the 2026 Go South Tour Planner, this article details attractions from museums to stadiums that the sports fans in your group are bound to connect with. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/0bc83

Nicknamed “America in Miniature,” Maryland specializes in diverse activities. Water sights in Ocean City, shopping markets in Frederick and the prominence of Black history in Baltimore are just a few of the state's highlights. From GTL January: lnk.bio/s/872fd

In the newest episode of Gather and Go, Skift News’ Rafat Ali dives into the potential risks of maximizing profit and ways in which Covid-19 has affected travel. Listen to more of Ali’s thoughts on pricing in travel here or wherever you get your podcasts: lnk.bio/s/ccd57

Take your groups on a journey to sip and savor their way through the Southeast. From the 2026 Go South Tour Planner, this article details immersive distilleries, wineries and breweries for your group to visit throughout the Southeast. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/d4430

In the newest episode of Gather and Go, Brian discusses the affordability crisis with Rafat Ali from Skift, which covers all things travel news. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts to learn more about Ali’s experiences with high pricing: lnk.bio/s/ccd57

Get your group to dive into creativity and culture. From the 2026 Go South Tour Planner, this article highlights Southeastern exhibits for your group to explore and brings in the voices of people who help run the museums. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/3bc60

Here is the snowy cover for the February issue of The Group Travel Leader! Inside this fitting winter cover, you'll find: ❄️ Music festivals across the U.S. ❄️ A spotlight on Indiana destinations ❄️ Sights to see in Canada Check it out here: lnk.bio/s/7a5d6

Looking for a travel destination for your group of music connoisseurs? From the February issue of GTL, this article dives into a variety of music festivals perfect for immersing your group. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/3d5cc 📸 Alive Coverage, Roger Ho, Charles Reagan

Pigeons and travel buyers: an uncommon duo. In the newest episode of Gather and Go, Michelle Stark of Red Sage Communications discusses how to create a sales pipeline. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: grouptravelleader.com/expert-sell-mo…

Attention student travel operators! Join The Group Travel Leader and the Kentucky Department of Tourism on this "Full-Throttle Kentucky" Familiarization tour from May 25-29. Click the link to sign up: lnk.bio/s/a9379 Registration closes March 13.

The Group Travel Leader's Tennessee Group Travel Planner is finally here! This cover hints at what you will find inside, including: 💿 Music culture in Tennessee 💿 Mountain landscapes to explore 💿 Hidden gems 💿 & more! Read it here: lnk.bio/s/f44f6

From the newest issue of The Group Travel Leader, this article highlights Indiana, a state with diverse options any group is bound to enjoy. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/3a122 📸 Visit Indiana, Hadley Fruits, Indiana Dinosaur Museum, Tom Adkinson

A slew of emails from the same company is something most people are all too familiar with. In the recent episode of Gather and Go, Michelle Stark of Red Sage Communications discusses how to prevent customer fatigue in email. Listen here: lnk.bio/s/b6cfb

Jump into the beauty of Canada with this article from the February issue of The Group Travel Leader, diving into the urban sights, eye-catching landscapes and more. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/5444a 📸 Destination Vancouver, Tourism PEI, Destination Toronto, Discover Halifax

From boat tours to hiking trails, this article highlights the best spots to check out in the outdoorsy Southeast Wisconsin. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/d4fab 📸 Mike Tittel, Laclare Family Creamery, Fermenting Cellars Winery, Visit Lake Geneva, Pheasant Branch Conservatory

Last week, our team had the pleasure of attending the 2026 Select Travel Conference. Here are some shots of our CEO and executive editor, Brian Jewell, delivering his keynote speech, "Untapped: Travel’s Hidden Power to Solve People’s Deepest Problems." #STC2026

Building a brand may be simple, but making one worth paying attention to is a harder task. This article highlights the steps to success when it comes to creating a brand with personality and consistency. Read it here: lnk.bio/s/e280e