The Group Travel Leader

1 week ago | grouptravelleader.com | Brian Jewell

There are innumerable ways for student groups to have fun — and learn — in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. That’s what eight student tour operator readers of The Group Travel Leader discovered during a four-day familiarization trip in April to Myrtle Beach and the surrounding communities of South Carolina’s Grand Strand.

1 week ago | grouptravelleader.com | Wendy Helfenbaum

Bordered by eight states, Missouri is a mecca for outdoor adventure, live blues, Americana history and mouth-watering meat that’s cooked low and slow. Yet it’s often overlooked when group planners are choosing destinations, said Alicia Wieberg, communications manager at Visit Missouri. “Sometimes, we get the ‘flyover’ connotation, but whatever anybody’s looking for, we have it in Missouri,” Wieberg said.

1 week ago | grouptravelleader.com | Robin Roenker

From the beauty of the Smoky Mountains to the toe-tapping energy of Nashville’s music scene, Tennessee has always offered guests plenty to enjoy. But the addition of new visitor experiences across the state means there’s never been a better time to be Tennessee-bound. Here, learn about new attractions sure to excite groups of all types, whether Elvis fans, history and architecture buffs, or animal and nature lovers.

1 week ago | grouptravelleader.com | Brian Jewell

In 1961, a group of travelers boarded a motorcoach, and their journey changed the world. The Freedom Rides were among many important demonstrations and activities that took place in Alabama during the Civil Rights Movement. On this special bonus edition of Gather and Go, we’re sharing an episode of the Alabama Civil Rights Trail Podcast that tells the stories of the brave men and women who took the first Freedom Ride and how their courage continues to resonate today.

2 weeks ago | grouptravelleader.com | Brian Jewell

It’s not just you — everybody really is talking about river cruising right now. With new and established cruise lines making their way into the market, river cruising might just be the hottest trend in travel in 2025. Colleen McDaniel, editor-in-chief of Cruise Critic, knows exactly why. Colleen joins joins this episode of the podcast to unpack the popularity of river cruising and help you understand how you can make it work for your group.