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O me’a”kwa: New Experiences
Here at AIANTA, we are well underway in the planning of a new pilot project in partnership with the tribes of Washington and the National Park Service (NPS).
Partnerships Strengthen Cultural Heritage Tourism
How students foster partnerships for destination development and promotion in their communities.
Hallmarks of the Professional Certificate in Cultural Heritage Tourism
The rise of cultural heritage tourism and online learning provides tourism professionals with an opportunity to pursue the Professional Certificate in Cultural Heritage Tourism
O me’a”kwa: On the Road
I am thrilled to be back on the road once again, working in Indian Country. It has been so fulfilling to be able to provide resources and assistance to help tribes be successful in the tourism industry – A true honor.
Press Release: AIANTA Returns with “Tribal Row” at IPW 2022
AIANTA Returns with “Tribal Row” at IPW 2022. With the theme #DiscoverNativeAmerica, the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association and six partners will showcase the diversity of Native American cultures across the United States.
AITC Registration Open
Registration Now Open for 24th Annual American Indian Tourism Conference AITC, scheduled for October 24-27 at Harrah’s Resort Southern California is organized by the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association and will be held on the tribal homelands of the...
O me’a”kwa: Celebrating Three Years
O me’a”kwa: Celebrating Three Years(I’m going to travel over there, Northern Paiute)Photo: CEO Sherry Rupert pictured with AIANTA Vice President Travis Owens // (c) Sherry L. RupertDear members, partners and friends, Ha muh (how are you?) As I reach out to you this...
AIANTA Seeks Native Hosts for AITC
AIANTA Seeks Native Hosts for 2024, 2025 AITCAIANTA requests proposals for upcoming 2024, 2025 American Indian Tourism Conferences ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO (May 13, 2022) – The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) is seeking proposals from...
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Download the AIANTA Impact Report now.AIANTA Needs Your SupportThe hospitality industry is an incredibly important one for the American economy, supporting 9.5 million American jobs and accounting for nearly 3 percent of the entire GDP (at pre-pandemic levels)....
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