President’s Newsletter
September 2025
🍂 Fall Festival Wrap-Up
Huge success with strong turnout from suppliers and advisors. Thanks to Jackie, Karen, and the entire SD board for a great event.
Grand prize winners: Greg Cattoni, Sherryl Maxwell, Charlotte Goldstein, Lisa Coons, Roy Wong, and Michael Lee.
ASTA prize winner: Jim Follas — congrats on your choice of TAC registration, VTA registration, or 2026 Membership!
📅 Upcoming Events (2025)
Oct 16 – Princess Cruise Tour & Lunch aboard the Royal Princess. Exclusive to chapter members, limited to 30 advisors.
Nov 19 – Friendsgiving ASTAPAC Fundraiser at Broken Yolk Carmel Mountain Rd. Family Travel theme with NCL & MSC. Stay tuned for more information.
Dec 16 – San Diego Travel Industry Holiday Party at Rancho Bernardo Inn. Invitations coming soon!
🗳️ Elections
Ballots for the 2026 ASTA Chapter Board are coming via email.
Final call for nominations — don’t miss your chance to get involved!
✈️ FAM Trips
Costa Brava: Sold out, departs Oct 19 — kudos to Jeanine & Karen!
Scottsdale: Planning for early summer 2026, flights via JSX in the works.
Croatia: “Beyond the cruise ports” trip planned for next Fall — details coming soon.
National Events
Legislative Day (Oct 6–8): Meet legislators on Capitol Hill. A powerful way to shape policy and represent the travel industry.
River Cruise Expo (Mar 11–15, 2026): Sold out, but waitlist open — 3 new ships added!
ASTA Advisors Conference (May 27–29, 2026): Right here in San Diego! Use code SANDIEGO for 25% off registration.
🛡️ Advocacy Update
Over 200 advisors/suppliers heading to D.C. to discuss:
Airline ticket refund rule
Support for ICs via the Modern Worker Empowerment Act
Make your voice heard — donate to ASTAPAC and select San Diego in the dropdown.
🔗 Stay Connected
Visit ASTA San Diego’s website for event details, news, and updates.
Thanks,
Tracy Anderson
San Diego ASTA President