Sandy Haines Earns Certified Tour Professional Certification by National Tour Association

Visit Myrtle Beach’s Sandy Haines Earns Certified Tour Professional Certification by National Tour Association

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.—Visit Myrtle Beach proudly announces Sandy Haines, director of group tour sales, has earned the Certified Tour Professional (CTP) certification by the National Tour Association (NTA).

Haines was recognized for her achievement during this year’s NTA Travel Exchange, a gathering of travel industry leaders held Nov. 17-20, 2024, in Huntsville, Ala. Earning the CTP designation requires significant industry experience, completion of specialized coursework in areas like business management and tour operations, and passing assessments to demonstrate expertise.

“We’re very proud of Sandy’s achievement in earning the highest standard of professional certification in the tour and travel industry, signifying her dedication to further supporting the Grand Strand community by generating exceptional business for our region through group tours. The vast majority, 93 percent, of motorcoach tours visit us during our shoulder and off seasons, helping to sustain our economy and local jobs year-round,” said Bob Harris, executive vice president of sales, Visit Myrtle Beach.

As director of group tour sales, Haines works directly with tour operators and event planners to ensure memorable and seamless experiences for group tours of the Myrtle Beach area. Haines has worked for Visit Myrtle Beach for the past 32 years and received the 2024 Spirit of TAP Award by the North American Tour Operators earlier this year.