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Kensington Tours Joins the United States Tour Operators Association

by Dori Saltzman  October 09, 2026
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Kensington Tours has joined the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), bringing the current membership of the organization to 55 Active Members representing 147 brands.

“We are honored to welcome Kensington Tours, a leader in the responsible travel space, to USTOA as our newest Active Member,” said Dale. “Kensington Tours’ dedication to personalized travel experiences and their commitment to positive impact in their destinations make them a true asset to our association, and we are happy to have them.”

“Joining USTOA is an important milestone for Kensington as we continue to grow our business and deepen our relationships across the industry,” said Helen Giontsis, president of Kensington. “We share USTOA’s commitment to supporting the travel advisor and tour operators’ communities, delivering exceptional experiences for travelers and advancing responsible travel. We look forward to contributing to this respected organization and working alongside fellow members to help strengthen our industry.”

Kensington offers personalized luxury travel with customized, privately guided journeys designed around each traveler’s individual interests and preferences. Its portfolio of travel businesses includes Kensington Tours, Kensington Cruise, Kensington Ultraluxe, Kensington Yachts, Kensington Expeditions, Kensington Private Client, Kensington Corporate, and Kensington Travel.

Kensington Tours headquarters is in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with a U.S. based office in Wilmington, Del.

  
  
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