Book groups for first-time river cruising together There are endless ways to gather groups on river cruises. Special interest cruises, for instance, draw people together for a beer-tasting adventure, hiking or biking excursions, a culinary tour, an art tour, or a storytelling cruise with a celebrity author or musician. Or a group can be assembled…
‘Tis the season to travel. It’s hard to believe, but the holidays are almost here. The 2022 holiday travel season is likely to be a busy one. Passengers are gearing up for potential flight delays and cancellations, baggage issues, staff shortages, price hikes, and long security lines. Here are some tips that can help you…
Do you ever feel lost in a world of acronyms in the travel industry? What is a GDS? Is FIT travel for athletes? Well, relax because here is a guide for the most common terms that have been used for past decades and decades yet to come! Take some time to familiarize yourself with some…
Travel Advisors are in a service industry and we succeed or fail based on not only what we do for our clients but how we treat them as we help plan and execute their trips. In addition, Travel Advisors are currently enjoying a prominent place in the industry and in the eyes of the consumer…
Today’s travel agents are no longer mere booking intermediaries. They have become trusted advisors — akin to financial planners and CPAs — who make the overall travel experience better and provide both leisure and business travelers maximum value for their travel dollar. The term “advisor” not only more accurately describes the value our members provide…
The holiday season is already upon us. Is it just us, or did this year go by really fast? The winter holidays are an incredibly popular time for travel. A lot of people are of course headed to see family, but others are looking forward to hitting the slopes or escaping the cold to hit…
Working from home is truly wonderful in so many ways. You get to set your own hours, take breaks for important events, and work during your most productive times of day in whatever clothing is most comfortable for you. Being an independent travel agent is even better. You get to spend your time and make…
A host agency isn’t a travel agency, nor is it a supplier. A host agency is an organization of travel agents. They provide the proper resources for the price of a monthly fee or commission split. Host agencies offer travel agents guidance, tools, and training to keep up with the ever-changing multi-billion dollar travel industry. …
Independent travel agents who are trying to reconnect with old clients may be at a loss as to what to do in order to engage those who they are looking to do repeat business with. Or, it could be the question of getting people who almost became clients to book a trip. In a travel…
As an independent travel agent, finding ways to increase your income probably crosses your mind pretty frequently. You put a lot of energy into marketing and networking. You work hard to ensure your clients have a fabulous vacation and tell all their friends about what a wonderful magician you are. You have your pitch down…
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