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The Early Bird Discount is Closing Soon
The Early Bird Discount is Closing Soon

The Early Bird special, the biggest discount for The Travel Goods Show, closes July 1. Save 57% off the standard exhibitor Show rate, and 33% off the TGA Member rate. But act now, because once this discount is gone, it is gone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to reach the best retailers in travel goods. Contact Cathy Trecartin, cat@travel-goods.org, 877-842-1938, x-702, and connect with the best performers in retail March 4-5, 2020, in New Orleans.

Keep Your Travel Goods Showcase Coming
Keep Your Travel Goods Showcase Coming

The new Post-Show issue of Travel Goods Showcase is en route to your mailbox. And with it, you’ll also receive the USPS-mandated subscription renewal card required for you to keep getting Travel Goods Showcase free of charge. Please return your completed postcard to maintain your subscription. Or better yet, fill out the form at travel-goods.org/subscribe to ensure uninterrupted delivery of the industry’s best news source, direct to your mailbox.

The 2020 Show: More Focus + New Format
The 2020 Show: More Focus + New Format

The 2020 Travel Goods Show is going to a new 2-day format for 2020 with extended hours: Wednesday, March 4 – Thursday, March 5, from 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. This gives the industry’s premier event more focused energy, saves money for attendees and exhibitors alike, and provides more impact and outreach opportunities. Get the details now at travel-goods.org/show-changes.

Let's Boost Your Social Networks
Let’s Boost Your Social Networks

TGA’s social media is on a roll, which means yours could be too. During Show week our Facebook impressions were at an all time high, up 228% over the previous high-water mark. We doubled our followers and had 10,299 impressions on Instagram. And we lit up the Twitter board with 17,785 hits, with more than 1,300 on one tweet alone. Let’s help each other – link up with @TravelGoodsAssociation on Facebook, @TravelGoodsShow on Twitter, and @travelgoodsassoc on Instagram and let’s boost our online social standing.

From Washington

TGA Opposes Tariffs at U.S. Government China Hearing
TGA Opposes Tariffs at U.S. Government China Hearing

In planned testimony before the U.S. government at the June 17-25 China tariff hearings, TGA will explain the significant impact the now 25% punitive tariffs on U.S. travel goods imports from China has had on our industry, our 100,000 American workers, and our consumers – hardworking American families. TGA will testify on June 25, culminating testimony from over 320 witnesses overwhelmingly opposed to the tariffs. That testimony…

President Trump Pulls India's GSP Benefits Effective June 5
President Trump Pulls India’s GSP Benefits Effective June 5

Last week, President Trump issued a proclamation withdrawing Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) benefits for India effective June 5. That means that as of yesterday, U.S. imports of travel goods and accessories from India are no longer duty-free. Instead, they now face normal tariffs on travel goods, which range from 8% on leather goods to 17.6-20% on textile and hardsided goods. President Trump continues to review GSP benefits for two…

President Trump Extends Deadline on Tranche 3 China Tariffs
President Trump Extends Deadline on Tranche 3 China Tariffs

On May 31, President Trump extended the deadline to make entry or withdraw from consumption Tranche 3 imports from China under the 10% tariff rate to June 15. The original deadline was June 1. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a message noting that they have not yet updated their systems to reflect the extension.

Mundi Westport Group
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Mundi Westport Group

With more than 40 years of industry experience, Mundi Westport Group considers itself among America’s leading manufacturers and distributors of handbags, personal leather goods and belts. The privately-owned company has more than 50 private label customers, including well-known industry Read More

Igloo4travel
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Igloo4travel

Two years ago, Simon and Philippe Dallaire’s father returned from a trip with the observation, “I was on the plane, I was looking around and everyone seemed to have the same problem, finding a comfortable position to sleep: Why don’t you try to solve this problem?” It was like throwing a gauntlet before the two entrepreneurial brothers.
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Testimonials

Acting as the only unifying force in the industry, the Travel Goods Association is our glue. TGA allows everyone, big or small, the opportunity to feel equal. Department stores and mom and pop stores can discuss their futures side-by-side without one feeling slighted by the other. This effort is their main course. Everything else is dessert.

David Stoller

Owner, Suitcases & More
The Travel Goods Association is the worldwide anchor of the travel goods industry. The staff is both professional and amazingly caring. I strongly believe that every company in the travel goods channel should join TGA.

David Sternlight

CEO, Cabeau Inc.
TGA is THE vital industry hub! Through their trade publication, Travel Goods Showcase, and the annual International Travel Goods Show, I’m always informed of changing products, trends, policies – everything I need to know to both make informed decisions for my business and give up-to-date information to my customers.

Bernie Schwartz

Owner, California Luggage Co.
The Travel Goods Association continuously supports the growth of its member companies and helps them access promotional opportunities and high level media attention. And, they produce an exceptional trade show!

Roxana Garcia

North America Sales Manager, Benga International
TGA’s regular updates are essential in learning about new products, programs and companies. Joining TGA is an easy investment and provides a worthwhile return.

Guy Paquette

Bagot Leather Goods, Luggage Plus
I’ve been a member of TGA for over 20 years, and it continues to be the best decision year after year. We benefit from growth and brand awareness though the association’s robust website, a fantastic quarterly magazine, the industry’s biggest and best trade show, and PR services to assist in communicating with international media.

Magi Raible

President, LifeGear Design
TGA’s media network and its resulting coverage keeps our industry dynamic and gives our customers good reason to retire their old travel gear and buy the latest and greatest.

Jerry Kallman

President, Airline International Luggage

Contact Us: 877-TGA-1938

The Early Bird Discount is Closing Soon

Keep Your Travel Goods Showcase Coming

The 2020 Show: More Focus + New Format

Let’s Boost Your Social Networks

TGA Opposes Tariffs at U.S. Government China Hearing

President Trump Pulls India’s GSP Benefits Effective June 5

President Trump Extends Deadline on Tranche 3 China Tariffs

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Mundi Westport Group

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Igloo4travel

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