Trade Associations can provide useful statistics, market research and news related to the hospitality and tourism industry. Some information may only be available to individuals with paid memberships, however, sometimes you can pull together useful insights from reports or data made freely available on their websites.
Actively supports the industry with the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) and the U.S. Commercial Service. Together they provide a range of data and related products to support the international outreach and promotion efforts of U.S. destinations and attractions.
Represents the commercial casino entertainment industry, bringing facts about the industry to the public, elected officials, and the media. Has links to industry information, federal issues, and organization research publications.
This national association represents all sectors in the lodging industry, including companies, individual property owners, industry suppliers, and educational members.
National Restaurant Association
Represents more than 380,000 organizations and companies and organizations — from restaurants and suppliers to educators and non-profits. Web site has a variety of data and information, some for members only.
The Rail Passengers Association (formerly NARP) acts as a voice for Amtrak, commuter and transit passengers.
A specialized agency of the United Nations, WTO is the leading international organization in the field of tourism. It serves as a global forum for tourism policy issues and a practical source of tourism know-how.
A global forum for 100 business leaders of travel and tourism companies worldwide, this organization works to raise awareness of travel and tourism issues and concerns. Industry data and reports available here for download.
Inspiration and Credit: NYU Libraries Hospitality and Tourism research guide.