Become a member of Visit USA and enjoy many exclusive benefits & assistance with the promotion of your US product, PLUS the opportunity to participate in exciting Visit USA Seminars and events across Australia throughout the year!
JOIN NOWVisit USA (Australia) Organisation is a voluntary body that promotes travel to the United States of America. Planning a trip to the USA is easy using the information available from this site. Our interactive map provides direct access to Visitor information for each of the States and our Visit USA Organisation Member Companies can provide information right here in Australia. They offer a range of vacation or business travel options by accessing their websites or contacting their offices direct.
Our co-ordinated Travel Partnerships are working to enhance and support your marketing strategies by proactively promoting travel to the USA.
Use our suite of US promotional assets to elevate your marketing potential
Visit USA Australia was back at its best, hosting its VIP Industry Welcome Event at IPW 2023 over the weekend. The event, held on Saturday 20 May at Howl at the Moon in San Antonio Texas, was attended by the Australian and New Zealand IPW delegation, as well as Visit USA Australia Members. The 170-strong crowd were entertained with duelling pianos, a song written just for the event and a band playing US classics. Oh what a night!
Special guest Jon Handlery was honoured for his service to the industry, his unwavering support and his commitment to shorts and long socks for 41 years!
Big thanks to event sponsors Los Angeles Tourism and LAX, Delta Airlines and Gate 7, supported by TravMedia and Travlel Texas.
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS AND THE BAROSSA, SOUTH AUSTRALIA ARE ONE STEP CLOSER TO SISTER CITY STATUS
Grapevine, Texas is set to enjoy a boost to economic, cultural and educational opportunities as the city gears up to enter into a sister-city agreement with The Barossa Council, in South Australia.
As part of 2023 Barossa Vintage Festival celebration, Barossa Council hosted a delegation from the City of Grapevine, showcasing the community and the rich cultural heritage of the region.
The four-day tour included visits to Nuriootpa High School, Barossa Village Aged Care and Barossa Visitor Centre, as well as tourism and wine venues across the region and key Council precincts.
A formal commitment was signed at a civic reception at Barossa Regional Gallery
Visit USA Webinar Series: Visit Anaheim, Disney Destinations & Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel
Tuesday 09 May
2 session times to choose from: 8.30am OR 12pm AEDT
PRIZE: 1 x $100 Gift Card!
Open to all AU & NZ travel trade
Register now for the webinar:
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Welcome to the Visit USA Australia Webinar Series! This monthly series is brought to you by Visit USA Australia & its Members. Join us for updates from suppliers and destination representatives across...
The Visit USA Australia Webinar Series continues this April 18 with a stellar line up - Visit California, Handlery Hotels, Citadel Outlets & Karmel Shuttle Service.
Register below for the 18 April webinar and choose your session; 8:30am, 12pm or register to watch it later. With great prizes up-for-grabs from Handlery Hotels as well as a gift card, this webinar is not to be missed!
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VISIT USA WEBINAR SERIES
Join Caroline Davidson, President of Visit USA Australia and the team at Brand USA for a not-to-be-missed USA webinar this TUESDAY!
REGISTER HERE: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4316743433334/WN_lXu_op0nRYGiL_J-VQlhVA
Visit USA will be joined by the team at Brand USA to talk about what agents need to know when USA trip planning, how the two organisations work hand in hand and all the not-to-be-missed events and resources available to agents.
VISIT USA WEBINAR SERIES
Don't miss Visit USA's brand new webinar series kicking off on Tues 21 March.
REGISTER HERE: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4316743433334/WN_lXu_op0nRYGiL_J-VQlhVA
In the inaugural session, Visit USA will be joined by the team at Brand USA to talk about what agents need to know when USA trip planning, how the two organisations work hand in hand and all the not-to-be-missed events and resources available to agents.
Don't miss it!
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Welcome to the Visit USA Webinar Series! This brand NEW monthly series is brought to you by Visit USA & Partners. Join us for updates from suppliers and destination representatives across the USA. Thi...
VISIT USA WEBINAR SERIES
Missing the Visit USA Expos?
No need! Check in with US destinations and suppliers each month with the Visit USA Webinar Series.
REGISTER HERE: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4316743433334/WN_lXu_op0nRYGiL_J-VQlhVA
The monthly webinar series, launching Tuesday 21 March, will showcase the best of the USA and will feature special guest interviews with US destinations and suppliers each month.
In the inaugural session, Visit USA will be joined by the team at Brand USA to talk about what agents need to know when USA trip planning, how the two organisations work hand in hand and all the not-to-be-missed events and resources available to agents.
The Countdown to the 2023 Visit USA Expo Series Has Begun!
The Visit USA Expo Series 2023 is just two weeks away and with huge prizes on offer like airfares, accommodation and more, agents need to register ASAP to secure their spot!
Brisbane - Mon 20 February 2023, Brisbane Hilton - WAITLIST ONLY
Waitlist tickets will automatically be accepted as soon as a spot becomes available.
Melbourne - Tues 21 February 2023, Pullman Melbourne on the Park - NEAR CAPACITY
Sydney - Wednesday 22 February 2023, Luna Park, Sydney - NEAR CAPACITY
IF AN AGENT HAS REGISTERED AND IS NO LONGER ABLE TO ATTEND, PLEASE CANCEL THE E-TICKET TO ALLOW WAITLISTED AGENTS TO ATTEND.
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Looking forward to Sydney.
How do we know if we got on the list for Brisbane 🙂 I can’t find a confirmation email
Can’t wait ! Bring on Sydney !
CRUISING WITH TAUCK
On Tauck's small ship cruise along the Great Lakes, a stop in Dearborn, Michigan brings you to the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. This award-winning, state-of-the-art museum is filled with interactive exhibits dedicated to innovation, not just in machines, but in the trailblazers who have shaped the world we live in and highlights the work and accomplishments of Henry Ford, Rosa Parks, Thomas Edison, Igor Sikorsky and the Wright Brothers, among many others.
Cruising the Great Lakes: Chicago to Toronto TAUCK
The Henry Ford Museum was one of the best museums I have ever been to. So so good.
VISIT ANAHEIM
There's always something fun going on in Anaheim. Be sure to check out the event calendar for things to experience during your next Anaheim vacation.
www.visitanaheim.org/events/
@Visit Anaheim
Events in Orange County & Anaheim | Festivals & Farmers Markets
www.visitanaheim.org
Discover events in Anaheim and Orange County. Find information on popular annual events, festivals, and events at California theme parks and attractions.
WARNER BROS STUDIO TOUR
The Warner Bros Studio Tour is a 3-hour (1 guided 2 hours self-guided) experience where you’ll explore nearly 100 years of cinematic history. See the real sets from your favourite shows like Friends, The Big Bang Theory, Gilmore Girls, and more.
More information: www.wbstudiotour.com/
BEYOND MANHATTAN
Should you go beyond Manhattan and visit the other boroughs?
ABSOLUTELY! NYC is comprised of five distinct boroughs and the city derives its character from hundreds of communities that feel like cities (and worlds) of their own. Explore NYC like a New Yorker through borough specific travel guides showcasing their multicultural appeal and authentic experiences with information on hotels, attractions, dining, arts and culture, and neighbourhoods.
More information: nycgo.com/getlocal @nycgo
TRAVEL WITHOUT THE CROWDS?
COLORADO is a playground for adventure and road trips that take in the fresh mountain air and steer clear of crowded tourist spots. Colorado has four national parks, 26 scenic byways, and the headwaters of four major rivers.
Whilst it’s 28 ski resorts are a mecca for visitors in the winter, they’re deliver just as many thrills and equally beautiful backdrops while they’re less busy in the summer and fall, and activities turn to hiking, mountain biking and leaf peeping.
Rocky Mountain National Park is popular thanks to its epic trails and wildlife, so instead visitors looking for a socially-distanced option can look to other national parks and state parks that generally attract less visitors and offer just as great sights and experiences, try Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, characterised by its steep canyon walls and dark skies.
See www.colorado.com for more travel ideas and itineraries. @Visit Colorado
ANCHORAGE - SUMMER OR WINTER?
Anchorage is MAGNIFICENT IN EVERY MONTH. In Anchorage, every month offers something special to experience – from seasonal natural wonders and unique holiday celebrations to sun-soaked summer adventures and cozy winter getaways under the glow of the northern lights.
More info: www.anchorage.net/plan-your-trip/things-to-know/weather/ Visit Anchorage
UPSTATE NEW YORK - DAY TRIP or a FEW NIGHTS?
Clients can get a taste of New York State’s gems in as little as a day trip up to Hudson Valley or Long Island, where they can enjoy experiences like dining on farm-to-table produce, visiting local farmers’ markets, browsing boutiques, exploring world-class art galleries and more. Or, if they have a little more time (say four days to a week), they could venture further up to the Adirondacks or Thousand Islands-Seaway (pictured) to experience the best of New York State’s natural beauty and adventures like hiking, biking, skiing, diving and more.
For more information on New York State, visit iloveny.com. I love NY
Such a beautiful state and it’s so easily accessible from Manhattan! Just a 90min car or train ride away from Times Square!
Definitely a beautiful part of the USA!
SEATTLE is well-known for its buzzing live-music scene with musical legends Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Kurt Cobain all calling the city home. But, if your clients aren’t music fans, there’s something to love about Seattle for everyone, from its stunning natural scenery (the city is surrounded by national parks and incredible mountainous countryside – it isn’t nicknamed the Emerald City for nothing) to its established coffee scene (there’s practically a small-batch roaster on every corner, and the city is the birthplace of Starbucks).
More info: visitseattle.org @Visit Seattle
FUN FACT: PARK CITY, UTAH
Park City hosted five events as part of the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games, including ski jumping, bobsled, skeleton, luge, and the Nordic combined events at the purpose-built, Utah Olympic Park (UOP), just outside of downtown Park City.
Today, UOP houses one of only four sliding tracks in North America, six Nordic ski jumps, a 2002 Winter Games Museum and is the training site of Australia’s own aerial ski team, the Flying Kangaroos! Clients can visit the park in winter for tubing, bobsled experiences and ice skating or in summer for ropes courses, ziplines, air bag jumps, extreme tubing and summer bobsled, all of which are perfect for the active traveller.
More info: www.visitparkcity.com/things-to-do/utah-olympic-park/ Visit Park City
DALLAS vs FORT WORTH
Dallas & Fort Worth offer two completely different experiences! Dallas offers a thriving nightlife scene, iconic professional sports and a surprising art scene. Meanwhile Fort Worth offers a distinct western experience with daily cattle drives and weekend rodeos. Combine them both for the perfect American experience!
More information: www.VisitDallas.com www.VisitFortWorth.com
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