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	TIA AND INDUSTRY NEWS DOW REPRESENTS U.S. TRAVEL INDUSTRY AT WORLD TOURISM DAY TIA led the country's participation in World Tourism Day, September 27. "Tourism Enriches" was the worldwide theme and speaks to the many contributions and opportunities created by the $646 billion U.S. tourism industry. Roger Dow, President and CEO of TIA, joined international tourism leaders in Lisbon, Portugal - the site of World Tourism Day's official activities - to represent the United States in the day's proceedings. In addition, he spoke on behalf of the U.S. travel industry at think tank sessions related to global tourism. "Inviting more international visitors to the United States is a priority and an exciting opportunity for us, and World Tourism Day is another step in letting travelers know that America and the American people welcome their visit," Dow said. "Nationwide, cities and states are greatly impacted by the economic, social and cultural benefits of travel." For more information from TIA on World Tourism Day click here or visit www.unwto.org.

	TIA PARTNERS WITH YPB&R ON EXCITING NEW STUDY TIA is pleased to announce its partnership with Yesawich, Pepperdine, Brown & Russell (YPB&R) on a major new ongoing study - TravelHorizons™ - that will launch in early 2007. The study, which will be conducted six times a year, is designed to explore and track the effects of emerging economic, political, social and natural developments on the travel intentions of Americans. Data will be interpreted with reference to lifestyle, demography, media habits and travel behavior. An opportunity to add proprietary questions is also available. To learn more about this study, click here. Or for additional information on TravelHorizons™, please contact Suzanne Cook at (202) 408-8422 or scook@tia.org.

	TRAVEL PRICE INDEX SHOWS SLIGHT DECLINE IN AUGUST The 2006 August Travel Price Index, the TPI, was a half percent lower than July 2006 but 6.2 percent higher than August 2005. Gasoline prices increased 19.6 percent over August 2005 and were down half a percent from the previous month. Lodging prices were up 4.8 percent compared to August 2005 and declined 1.3 percent from the previous month. Airfares increased 5.8 percent against twelve months earlier and decreased 1.9 percent from the previous month. The overall Consumer Price Index, or CPI-U, was up only slightly from the previous month and 3.8 percent from August 2005. Please click here to access the current month Index. TIA members can access the complete current and historical TPI database by clicking here.

	WINE AND CULINARY TOURISM STUDY TO BE RELEASED THIS MONTH "Seventeen percent of American leisure travelers (27.3 million) have participated in one or more culinary activities while traveling over the past three years", according to TIA's new Wine and Culinary Tourism Study. Learn more about wine and culinary tourists in this month's release of the study. Travel behaviors, preferences, and rankings of destinations are included in this comprehensive report of leisure travelers. Contact Valerie Hutchinson at 202-408-8422 to place your order for this report.

	MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES
	MARKETING OUTLOOK FORUM LESS THAN 2 WEEKS AWAY Informative and robust sessions, distinguished speakers and networking events with the best minds in the business - it's all in beautiful Boca Raton, Florida, October 11-13, 2006 at TIA's Marketing Outlook Forum. With less than two weeks to go, act now to secure your place at this dynamic industry event. Your registration includes attendance at the TIA Odyssey Awards Gala on Thursday, October 12. Visit www.tia.org/marketingoutlook to view the schedule of events.

	NCAP - EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR ATTRACTIONS The 2006 NCAP program is packed with speakers and panelists who will address topics specific to the needs of attraction industry professional. The two days of education and networking will cover trends, revenue management, the domestic drive market, e-commerce and much, much more. Rick Boyko, Managing Director and Associate Professor, Virginia Commonwealth University AdCenter, will bring his wealth of experience, past and present, to a session on advertising. Come to NCAP 2006, October 10 & 11 at the Boca Raton Resort and Spa in Boca Raton, FL. Visit www.tia.org/ncap to access online registration and learn more about NCAP 2006.

	INTERNATIONAL POW WOW - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Click here to make plans for TIA's 39th annual International Pow Wow, April 21-25, 2007 in Anaheim, California. No other U.S. trade show offers three busy days of up to 44 intensive, pre-scheduled, computer generated business appointments between U.S. suppliers and dedicated international and domestic buyers. So, don't miss your opportunity for great business. Register today and save!

	LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES? POST YOUR JOBS FREE ON GETATRAVELJOB.COM! For a limited time, TIA members can post up to (50) jobs at no charge on TIA's new industry job bank, www.GetATravelJob.com. The only online career site dedicated to all segments of the travel industry, www.GetATravelJob.com is the best way to get in front of the industry's most qualified and experienced job seekers! Visit GetATravelJob.com to become a registered Employer and begin posting your jobs today! You may also contact Laura Uhart at luhart@tia.org or (202) 408-2157 for further details.

	LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TRILLION-DOLLAR WORLD TRAVEL AND TOURISM INDUSTRY! Through a partnership with the George Washington University, TIA is pleased to offer its members online education by practicing professionals. These courses offer you and your employees the tools that lead to successful planning, development, management and marketing of tourism destinations. As leaders in tourism education and research, GW courses prepare you for the current trends in the tourism industry by covering topics like marketing, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, community involvement, niche markets and many others. TIA members receive 20% off of regular course prices! Visit www.gwutourism.org/tia for course information or email elearning@tia.org with questions.

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