AIANTA Updates
Call for Graphic Designer: 100-page Guidebook
AIANTA is seeking a graphic designer to design an original, 100-page Cultural Heritage Tourism Guidebook (CHTG),
Call for Graphic Designer–Annual Report
The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association is seeking a graphic designer to design an original, 8-page AIANTA Annual Report, which will showcase AIANTA’s successful programming for Fiscal Year 2019-2020.
A Time for Recovery
O me'a"kwa: A Time for Recovery(I'm going to travel over there, Northern Paiute)Ha muh (how are you?), I hope this newsletter finds you healthy, happy and eagerly planning for the future. I’m thrilled by a recent report from the CDC that nearly one third of the...
How to Leave No Trace When Visiting Indigenous Lands
How to Leave No Trace When Visiting Indigenous LandsMonument Valley Tribal ParkPhoto Credit: National Park ServiceLocated in the Navajo Nation on the border of Arizona and Utah, Monument Valley Tribal Park, boasting sandstone masterpieces framed by the clouds, is one...
Artisans & Tourism
Artisans & TourismThere are many different motivations for travelers when choosing their next vacation destination. Some travel for food, some culture or landscape and some for art. According to a study by Americans for the Arts, 35.3 million adults say that an...
Voices Along the Lewis & Clark Trail
Tuesday May 25, 2021; 10 a.m. MDT
More than 200 years ago, Captain Merriweather Lewis and Second Lieutenant William Clark set out on a three-year journey to map the western portion of the United States and to expand trade with Indian tribes along the route.
Planning for Change in Uncertain Times: Multiple Scenario Planning for Tribal Tourism
Planning for Change in Uncertain Times: Multiple Scenario Planning for Tribal TourismSusan Guyette Ph.DIn uncertain times, tribal tourism planners need a framework that allows for quickly evaluating their programming and, if necessary, redirecting to adapt. Projecting...
AIANTA Releases Ground-Breaking Tribal Agritourism Educational Handbook
Case Studies in Tribal Agritourism was created to serve as an inspiration for Native American and indigenous farmers, ranchers and other food producers interested in expanding their agricultural operations to include visitor components.
Indian Country Anticipates Increase in Tourism for 2021
Indian Country Tourism Anticipates Tourism Increase for 2021Nearly 70% of respondents believe tourism to Indian Country will increase somewhat or greatly in the coming year, according to AIANTA’s State of Indian Country Tourism survey.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE...
AIANTA to Develop Travel Guide Along Anza Trail
AIANTA to Develop Travel Guide, Indigenous Place Names Map Chronicling Tribal Stories Along the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic TrailIn an agreement with the National Park Service, AIANTA is developing a travel guide and Indigenous place names map of the...
AIANTA Announces New Visitor Outreach Department
Former Visit Albuquerque employee Maureen Chavez heads the new department which is charged with expanding awareness of indigenous destinations and experiences.
The Comeback Trail
“Before the pandemic, indigenous tourism in North America was an economic engine that helped tribes share and preserve cultures. Stakeholders say it’s more important than ever that tourism picks up where it left off.”
AIANTA Announces New Partnership with Leave No Trace
The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) and the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics have announced a new partnership that will promote a consistent, nationwide message of sustainable tourism throughout indigenous communities across the United States.
Travel Industry Publications You Should Be Reading
For Native-American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian marketers looking to extend awareness of their tourism products through articles in the “press,” the best first step is to take stock of what’s out there.
O me’a”kwa: A Season of New Beginnings
At AIANTA, we’ve been enjoying an eventful start of the spring season As always, our programming is intended to help our Native American, Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native communities and indigenous-owned businesses succeed when it comes to growing their cultural tourism programming.
Hospitality Industry Leaders to Highlight AIANTA’s Go International Workshop
Hospitality Industry Leaders to Highlight AIANTA’s Go International WorkshopHospitality industry’s leading voices will be lending their expertise to Go International, an annual, hands-on workshop designed to guide tribal tourism enterprises through conceptualizing and...
Request for Proposal: Call for Artist
AIANTA is Seeking a Qualified Graphic Designer/ ArtistThe American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) is seeking a graphic artist or designer to create a series of original clip art graphics to be utilized throughout AIANTA’s domestic and international...
Missions & Tribes: Including Native Perspectives in the Historical Record
During this webinar, Andrew Galvan, Curator of Old Mission Dolores will detail how he reconciled the history of the area tribes with the story previously being told by the California Missions.
Women’s History Month: Native American Women Leaders in Cultural Heritage Tourism
Every March, AIANTA recognizes some of the leading Native American women who are dedicated to advancing cultural heritage tourism.
O me’a”kwa: Planning for 2021 and Beyond
At AIANTA, we are full-swing in planning-for-the-future mode. Recently we’ve been speaking with many Congressional representatives throughout the United States—especially those supportive of Native American communities
A Warm Thank You to Our Partners
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Native American Agriculture Fund
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
NativeAmerica.Travel
Education & Training
Technical assistance and training is the heartbeat of our work at AIANTA. We provide general and tailored technical assistance, training and education in a variety of ways.
International Outreach
AIANTA plays a critical role in supporting the National Travel and Tourism Strategy to bring more visitors to the United States, especially in our participation at trade shows internationally and domestically, to promote tourism in Indian Country.
Membership
Through AIANTA membership, tribes, the tourism industry and other partners form a dynamic network of shared experiences, resources and support.
