Wait, what? 2025?! Yes, you read that correctly. While you’re busy trying to figure out how many pumpkin pies you need for this Thanksgiving or perfecting your holiday cookie game, we’re here to remind you: the holidays wait for no one. And when it comes to travel, planning ahead isn’t just smart – it’s essential.…
Travel Advice from a Travel Advisor: Your Holiday Travel Survival Guide
Holiday travel can be both magical and maddening. Airports are buzzing, roads are packed, and everyone is on the move. As a travel advisor with years of experience helping people navigate the holiday hustle, I have a few essential tips to make your journey as smooth as possible whether you’re flying across the world or…
Assisting Clients When a Hurricane is Approaching: Top Steps for Travel Advisors
As a travel advisor, ensuring your clients are well-prepared when a hurricane is approaching is critical. While hurricanes can cause unexpected changes and disruption, being proactive can minimize stress and ensure their safety. Here are the top steps a travel advisor should take to prepare clients for an impending hurricane: 1. Stay Informed with Real-Time…
Pets on Vacation
If you’re reluctant to leave your dog or cat behind when you go on vacation, with some advance planning you can bring them along to share in the fun. The American Veterinary Medical Association offers advice on its website, avma.org, for people who want to bring their pets on vacation. First, decide whether your pet…
Europe Five Ways
There’s more than one way to have a European summer adventure! There’s plenty to go around for your clients who are looking to beat the crowds, take in excitement and explore vibrant culture. In addition the ample amount of history or simply people watch from a cozy corner. For whatever type of experience they’re looking…
THE BEST TRAVEL APPS FOR TRAVEL SAFETY, TRAVEL WEATHER, TRIP PLANNING, AND MORE
More than ever your phone is your No. 1 travel companion … especially when you’ve loaded your phone with the best travel apps to make your next vacation that much safer and more fun. There are a lot of travel apps, so to help narrow things down, we’ve collected our favorite apps for trip planning, packing, getting…
3 Ways Your Travel Experience Would Make You A Great Travel Agent
Seeking all avid travel lovers! If you’ve spent a lot of your time traveling, then becoming a travel agent could be the perfect job for you. Whether you’ve taken more cruises than you can count or backpacked through almost every continent, that experience can be used when planning your potential client’s trip. From knowing the…
Perks of Being a Travel Agent
Every job has its perks. For some, it may be bringing your pet to work with you. For others, it may be opportunities to meet famous celebrities. However, we think the benefits of being a travel agent put it high on the list of best jobs in the world. Here are five of the top…
Travel Agent Tips for Customized Trip Planning
What really makes a vacation special is not the grandioseness of the destination or the amount of money spent, but those small details that make the trip unique to those who experienced it. Travel agents can increase client loyalty and referrals by simply taking the time to customize trips for their clients wants and needs.…
The Beginner’s Glossary of Travel Agent Terms
So, you’ve decided you want to pursue your passion for travel as a career as an independent travel agent? With all the support and training we offer, getting started with Outside Agent Link is easy for beginners. However, everyone can use a little head start. That’s why we’ve put together a short glossary to help…