Association of Independent Tour Operators
| Abbreviation | AITO |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1976 |
| Location | |
Region served | United Kingdom |
| Website | www |
AITO – The Specialist Travel Association (formerly known as The Association of Independent Tour Operators), is a British-based travel industry trade association established in 1976 that represents around 120 specialist and independent tour operators. The current headquarters of the AITO are based in Twickenham, south-west London.
Members of AITO operate in over 170 countries, including the UK, with activities spanning a range of interests including adventure, city breaks, culture, fly drive, luxury, safaris and sports. The AITO also influences policy that affects consumers and travel industry; particularly initiatives related to independent tour operators.