Joining WTOA offers numerous benefits, including:

• Discounted Rates: Access exclusive discounted rates on various services and products, maximizing your savings.

• Group Purchasing Power: Benefit from the collective buying power of our members, ensuring competitive prices and better deals.

• Wide Market Network & Visibility: Expand your reach with our extensive market network and enhanced visibility in the industry.

• Long-Term Association: Forge long-term relationships and partnerships within our community, fostering stability and growth.

• No Commissions or Recommendations: Enjoy transparent transactions with no commissions or recommendations, ensuring fairness and trust.

• Vast Scope of Business & Contacts: Tap into a vast scope of business opportunities and contacts, enriching your network and prospects.

• Corporate Marketing and Promotion: Access corporate marketing and promotion support, elevating your brand presence and recognition.

• Simplified Members Protection: Benefit from simplified members' protection measures, ensuring security and peace of mind.

• Strict Membership Standards: Uphold strict membership standards, ensuring the integrity and quality of our community.

• Protection Fund: Gain access to a protection fund, providing an additional layer of security for members.

• Global Allies: Collaborate with global allies and partners, expanding your reach and influence on a global scale.

• Value of Specialization: Recognize the value of specialization within our community, leveraging expertise for mutual growth and success.

To join WTOA, tour operators must meet the following criteria:

• Two Years in Business: Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of two years of continuous operation as a tour operator.

• Currently in Business: Applicants must be currently operating as a tour operator at the time of application.

• Obtain Necessary Licenses and Permits: Tour operators must obtain all necessary licenses and permits required to operate in their respective regions to ensure trustworthiness and legitimacy in business operations.

• Provide Testimonials from Reputable Business Managers or Owners: Applicants must submit testimonials from reputable business managers or owners outside their country, affirming their credibility and professionalism globally.

To demonstrate eligibility for WTOA membership, tour operators should ensure they meet the above requirements and provide supporting documentation as part of their membership application. This may include proof of business registration, licenses, permits, and testimonials from reputable sources.

The membership approval process typically takes 2weeks, during which your application will be reviewed by our membership committee. We strive to process applications in a timely manner and will notify you of the outcome as soon as possible.

Becoming a member of WTOA is simple! Visit our website and complete the membership application process. Once approved, you'll gain access to a wide range of benefits and resources designed to support your tour operations and facilitate your success in the travel industry.

WTOA provides a variety of resources and support to its members, including industry insights, marketing and promotion assistance, professional development programs, and networking opportunities. Members also benefit from simplified protection measures, strict membership standards, and access to a protection fund.

WTOA actively engages in advocacy efforts to shape policies and regulations that impact the travel industry. We represent the collective voice of our members and work to address their concerns, ensuring a favorable environment for tour operators globally.

WTOA stands out for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation in the travel industry. Our global network, collaborative approach, and value-added benefits distinguish us as a leading association dedicated to supporting the success of tour operators worldwide.