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First-time competitor John Matthews wins 2026 UMA International Driver Competition

First-time competitor John Matthews wins 2026 UMA International Driver Competition

March 4, 2026 | by Shandra Martinez |

In his hometown, John Matthews wins the UMA driver title; Previous champion Wren Nance takes second, and Dirk Armstrong is third at the competition, showcasing top motorcoach safety skills.

Overland Charters buys former Village Travel site to expand operations

Overland Charters buys former Village Travel site to expand operations

December 12, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Overland Charters acquires former Village Travel facility in Oklahoma City, adding maintenance capacity, enhancing visibility along I-35, and centralizing operations to support the company’s growth.

Village Travel expands from ski shuttle to 200-coach Midwest fleet

Village Travel expands from ski shuttle to 200-coach Midwest fleet

October 15, 2025 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Village Travel grows from one ski bus to nearly 200 coaches, expanding across eight markets while maintaining standards of quality and comfort.

Inside Village Travel’s $14M facility in Oklahoma City

Inside Village Travel’s $14M facility in Oklahoma City

February 22, 2025 | by Shandra Martinez |

Village Travel unveils a $14M, 40,000-square-foot facility during UMA Motorcoach EXPO, showcasing innovative features and industry-leading design.

Village Travel wins UMA Environmental Leadership Award

Village Travel wins UMA Environmental Leadership Award

February 6, 2024 | by Shandra Martinez |

This year’s UMA Environmental Leadership Award was presented to Jeff Arensdorf and Village Travel on Tuesday during the UMA Motorcoach EXPO by Brent Maitland, VP…

Little Rock’s Arrow Coach Lines bought by Village Travel

Little Rock’s Arrow Coach Lines bought by Village Travel

November 6, 2023 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Wichita, Kansas-based Village Travel has acquired Arrow Coach Lines of Little Rock, Arkansas, according to a statement released by both companies.

The deal took effect…

Shuttles for large golf events back in full swing

Shuttles for large golf events back in full swing

May 25, 2022 | by Tracey Simmons |

Large sports events almost always count on shuttle buses to help the event run smoothly. Large golf tournaments, for example, are back in full swing,…

IMG announces 2020-21 chairman, board of directors

IMG announces 2020-21 chairman, board of directors

September 30, 2020 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

John Adams, President of Southern Coaches in Dothan, Alabama, is incoming Chairman of the International Motorcoach Group (IMG) network of operators.

Adams is looking forward…

Village Travel joins IMG

Village Travel joins IMG

January 25, 2020 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

Village Travel of Wichita, Kansas, has joined the International Motorcoach Group (IMG), a private, invitation-only network of carriers.

Village Travel celebrates 40 years

Village Travel celebrates 40 years

November 15, 2019 | by Bus & Motorcoach News |

by Heather Larson

Keeping a travel-focused company running for four decades is no easy feat. Jeff Arensdorf, the current owner of Village Travel, credits…

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