Pacific Asia Travel Association : (The PATA)
The Pata founded in the year of 1951; and its known as the Pacific Asia Travel Association. Its continues to be the leading Authority, Advocate and Catalyst for the Responsible Development of the Asia Pacific's Travel and Tourism Industries and Agencies. The Pata's Uniquely structured Organization has helped unite the many facets of tourism in the region. The Pata provides leadership and Advocacy to the collective efforts of nearly 100 Government, State & City Tourism Bodies; more than 55 Airlines and Cruise Lines, and Hundreds of Travel Industries Company. In Addition, Thousands of Travel Professionals belong to a Global Network of the PATA chapters. The Pacific Asia Travel Association (The Pata) is an membership Association acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of the Asia Pacific Travel and Tourism Industries. In partnership with PATA's private and public sector members, we enhance the sustainable growth; value and quality of Travel and Tourism to, From and within the region.