To establish the tourism industry as a leading sector of the Southern USAs economy and the South as a top-tier global destination through our marketing, sales, public relations, and strategic partnerships.

US Civil Rights Trail Connectivity Conference
Atlanta, Georgia
October 28-30, 2025
MICHELIN® Guide Ceremony
Greenville, SC
November 3, 2025
Travel South International Showcase 2025
Kansas City, Missouri
November 30 – December 4, 2025


International Planner
In partnership with Phoenix Publishing, our member states and Brand USA we have created a guide of the Travel South USA region. The International Planner is currently available in English, French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish.

2025 U.S. Civil Rights Trail Travel Guide
The Group Travel Leader, Inc. in cooperation with Travel South USA, produced the official U.S. Civil Rights Trail Travel Guide. Fourteen states and the District of Columbia have sites along the Trail.
Our Collective Strength of Resources