AIANTA Updates
COVID-19 Resources
Dear Friends, We are all working hard to monitor COVID-19 response while looking to the future as we move from the current crisis to rebuilding and restoring the tourism industry across Native Nations. This week I wanted to share with you some COVID-19 related...
COVID 19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Application is NOW OPEN
See if your business is eligible to apply for COVID 19 Disaster Relief Loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA).
How Indian Country Says I Love You
Since February is the month of romance, we queried our members, partners and friends to see how they’ll be expressing their affection this season.
Ten Native American Experiences for 2020
Looking to explore Native American culture? These distinctive cultural experiences are often located alongside stunning landscapes on or adjacent to tribal lands across the U.S. #DiscoverNativeAmerica Click on the image to download the experiences across Native...
AIANTA to Highlight Tribes Along Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail
The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA) has partnered with the National Park Service (NPS) to find and share the stories of Native American Tribes that intersect with the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.
Director’s Corner: Thank You from AIANTA
During my first seven months at AIANTA, I’ve had the chance to meet with industry stakeholders around the world.
Indian Country Tourism Trends for 2020
Whether you’re looking to take your first visit to Indian Country next year or your 100th, here are a few ideas to assist you in your travel planning.
Director’s Corner: The Great (Rural) Divide
I’m excited to have been an invited speaker at the second Re-imagining the Rural West Workshop in Santa Fe, New Mexico, earlier this month. Be sure to check out the panel discussion on Cultural Heritage and Tourism\.
Director’s Corner: Expressing Gratitude
The holiday season is a time to reflect on what we’ve been grateful for over the past year. For me, there were nearly too many moments to count.
About the NATIVE Act
A brief history and overview of Public Law 114-221, the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience (NATIVE) Act. (October 15, 2019)
AIANTA Seeks Tribal Hosts for Upcoming Conferences
AIANTA requests proposals for the 2021, 2022 and 2023 American Indian Tourism Conference.
AIANTA Wraps Up AITC 2019
More than 300 tribal representatives, Native business owners, tourism professionals and federal partners gathered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the 21st Annual Annual American Indian Tourism Conference (AITC) this September.
Director’s Corner: The Power of Storytelling
While this year’s American Indian Tourism Conference did not have a formal theme, it quickly became obvious that this year’s focus was the “power of storytelling.”
Photos of 2019 AITC
American Indian Tourism Conference delegates shared so many great photos on social media, and we’re proud to re-share a few of them here.
Best Tribal Destinations Recognized at AITC
Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort, Alaska Native Heritage Center and Isleta Resort and Casino recognized as the best in Indian Country tourism. // Sept. 20, 2019
AIANTA to Host First Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session
AIANTA’s first-ever Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session seeks public input from tribes and the tribal tourism industry about successful cultural heritage programs and the barriers to fully implementing those initiatives.
AITC 2019 Speakers
AITC brings together dozens of nationally and internationally recognized expert speakers, who provide insights from the tourism industry and Indian Country.
Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session
AIANTA will host its first Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session to hear about the barriers to implementing tribal heritage tourism programs.
Director’s Corner: Back to School
According to a report by U.S. Travel, Americans left behind 768 million vacation days last year–a number that is climbing.
This is How We Gather
AIANTA queried our tribal partners and other language experts and asked how they say “gathering” in their Native languages.
