ASTA Announces New Partnership with IADWP: International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals

Collaboration expands education, strengthens advisor and supplier partnerships, and supports growth in the destination wedding and romance travel sector 

Alexandria, VA; February 3, 2026 – The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) today announced a new collaboration with the International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals (IADWP), uniting two highly respected organizations that serve professionals at the intersection of travel planning and destination weddings. 
 

This strategic partnership is designed to elevate client experiences, strengthen supplier and advisor relationships and support continued growth in one of travel’s most dynamic and emotionally driven segments. Together, ASTA and IADWP will expand access to education, resources and cross-industry insights for members of both organizations. 
 

Through this collaboration, ASTA members will gain increased access to specialized training in destination wedding and romance travel planning, as well as new business-building tools designed to help advisors grow and differentiate their practices. IADWP members will benefit from broader engagement with the travel advisor community and expanded professional development opportunities. 
 

“This collaboration brings together two organizations that share a commitment to professionalism, education and excellence,” said Zane Kerby, President and CEO of ASTA. “Destination weddings and romance travel represent a high-value, high-touch segment of our industry. By partnering with IADWP, we are giving travel advisors the tools, insights and connections they need to succeed while delivering unforgettable experiences for their clients.” 
 

For ASTA, the partnership enhances visibility among top-performing North American travel advisors who are actively engaged in destination wedding sales but may not yet be part of the ASTA network. It also strengthens ASTA’s presence in key Latin American markets, where IADWP maintains close collaborations with tourism boards and industry stakeholders in Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Mexico. These relationships will support the development of targeted wedding and romance travel strategies across the region. The partnership also creates new opportunities to engage with a growing community of romance travel specialists seeking to expand their expertise within the broader travel industry. 
 

“By aligning with ASTA, we are creating new pathways for education, collaboration and professional growth for our members,” said Kitzia Morales, President, International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals. “Together, we can better support professionals who plan some of life’s most meaningful travel experiences.” 
 

Members of both organizations will benefit from shared best practices, collaborative learning opportunities and increased visibility within the destination wedding and romance travel sector. Future joint initiatives will include co-developed education, cross-promotional programming and deeper engagement designed to strengthen connections between both communities. 
 
Additionally, Morales will be a featured speaker at ASTA’s Travel Advisor Conference in May, where travel advisors can gain actionable insights into destination wedding and romance travel. Learn more and register here.  

For more information about ASTA and its partnerships, visit www.asta.org. 
 
Learn more about the International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals here.   
 
ABOUT ASTA 
Founded in 1931, The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is the leading global advocate for travel advisors, the broader travel industry and the traveling public. Its members represent 80 percent of all travel sold in the United States through the travel agency distribution channel. Together with several hundred internationally based members and travel partners, ASTA champions the essential role of travel advisors through advocacy, education and professional development. In addition to serving as a professional resource for travel advisors, ASTA maintains a long-standing commitment to elevating the travel industry by promoting integrity, expertise and consumer confidence. Learn more at www.asta.org.  

 
ABOUT IADWP 
Founded in 2008, IADWP is the industry’s only multicultural association with a community spanning over 40 countries. We believe in inspiring, collaborating, and empowering the global wedding and celebrations tourism community. We unite professionals of excellence to elevate the industry, creating tools and platforms that add value across diverse segments. Our mission is to build a strong, supportive community where all professionals, from destinations and travel agencies to wedding and event planners, resorts, photographers, and more, can connect, grow, and thrive. Together, we are shaping the future of love, one connection at a time.