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USTOA Offering Dream Vacation Sweepstakes
17.09.2024 - 21:11 / travelpulse.com / Rich Thomaselli
Picture Yourself in China, Columbia, or Madrid. You don’t have to imagine it because it can be a reality.
The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) launches the USTOA "Picture Yourself In..." sweepstakes with a chance to win a $10,000 travel certificate that can be used by the winner and a guest to travel to the winner's choice of China, Colombia or Madrid with a USTOA member tour operator.
The trip is being sponsored by affiliated tour organizations in each respective country, as well as Turkish Airlines and travel insurer Crum & Forster. Enter by visiting ustoa.com/pictureyourselfin.
The contest is open until October 31.
"USTOA is excited to shine a light on the stylish aspects of traveling sustainably," said Terry Dale, president and CEO of USTOA. "When you're purposeful about your purchases, your travel adventures live on in your everyday life. Imagine pulling a piece from your closet and immediately recalling the sights, rhythms, tastes, and echoes of a foreign land."
"Not to mention the people you met — perhaps even the artisans whose hands carefully crafted what you're about to wear. This sweepstakes encourages consumers to consider the good they can do when they shop local, not only at home but around the world," Dale continued. "We're proud that our tour operators showcase authentic shopping opportunities and help travelers find items to cherish long after they return home."
To kick off the sweepstakes in a fun and engaging way, USTOA was on-site at Eastern Market in Detroit, Michigan, on September 14 inviting shoppers to virtually transport themselves to China, Colombia and Madrid. Eastern Market is a hidden gem in the Motor City that sells fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, clothing and more.
It is reminiscent of a Middle Eastern Souk and offers much of the same merchandise you will find in the countries that are part of the sweepstakes.
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