When it comes to travel, there can sometimes feel like a lot of confusion with vendors and tours. What’s the difference in an American Plan and a Modified American Plan for meals, for example? To best serve your clients, independent travel agents need to know the quick and easy way to explain these terms.…
School might be back in session for most, but it’s still summer out there, and that means there are still ways we can enjoy it (even if it’s on the weekends)! Here are five perfect activities for the hot days and nights of August: 1. Make a frozen treat It’s hotter outside than it has…
One key to being a successful independent travel agent and setting yourself apart from other agents is to make sure that you’re always up on current events, new technology, and trends. With so many sites out there, it can often be difficult to figure out which travel sites are the best resources. Here are our…
They’re friendly This may seem like a no-brainer in a sales role, but there are plenty of people out there who want to become independent travel agents who don’t know how to deal with people. The most successful travel agents are ones that make the client feel at ease and can convey trustworthiness. After…
Offer Personalized Service – Dale from California “The most important thing to remember when selling travel is that everyone has a computer and therefore thinks they can get the best deals. They’re coming to you for a personal touch, so don’t be afraid to go above and beyond for clients. Repeat business from a…
No matter what industry you’re in, there are three qualities that all successful small business owners possess. And having these qualities is a great way to ascertain whether or not you’re ready to take on the challenge of becoming your own boss and selling travel as an independent agent. All successful small business owners possess…
Working from home can be a difficult endeavor, especially for those of us home-based travel agents who have trouble staying focused or managing our time. To make matters worse, you’ve got distractions like social media and Buzzfeed. Luckily, there are tons of organizational tools that will help you stay on task. Here are a few…
Some people think that technology is making it easier to travel because of online deals from faceless companies like Travelocity or Expedia. But that’s not the kind of technology we’re heralding in this article. After all, we know that having a travel agent is worlds better than booking through a search engine. Technology, and more…
We took a poll. And here are what our agents had to say were the five best things about starting their home-based travel agency: 5. Travel is flexible Travel itself is a flexible industry. There are high seasons, where almost all of your clients will be looking for deals (summer holiday with the kids or…
10. You love helping people Helping people is a wonderful benefit of becoming an independent travel agent. And you’re not only helping them save time and money, but helping them to relax and have fun. There’s nothing better! 9. You need a flexible work schedule Starting your own travel business gives you the unique…
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