Experienced travel agents are well acquainted with how tough it can be to stay positive during the months after summer when the travel industry is at its slowest. Many people have just returned from big trips they’ve taken during the summer and are settling into the back-to-school slump, which means you’re likely to see a…
October is a great time for travel because you get to take advantage of lower fares because of the offseason, and cooler, more comfortable weather. Plus, few things are more picturesque than visiting a city during autumn when all the leaves are turning colors (talk about a Kodak moment!). Istanbul, Turkey October is the “just…
Part of what sets the best travel agents from the rest is industry knowledge and expertise. The best travel agents stay up-to-date on the latest travel news, trends, and popular hotspots to offer the best information and customer service to their clients. This is a list of some of our must-read publications that we…
If you’ve ever traveled in an airport before, odds are good that you’ve experienced at least one negative experience—flights are delayed or canceled, you have no legroom in coach, food is really expensive, etc.—to make you dread going to the airport. Many people think of airports as a necessary evil to the travel experience, and…
When starting out in a new venture or entrepreneurial undertaking, the whole process might seem overwhelming at first. The best thing you can do is to learn from the success (and mistakes) of others to make the process easier and more effective. Our advice: surround yourself with people who are more experienced and excel…
So now that summertime has essentially come to an end, it’s time to start thinking about fall travel! Fall brings cooler weather, often more festivals and activities, as well as cheaper travel prices. Here are some of our favorite cities to visit in September: Scotland Although Scotland is arguably wonderful to visit at any point…
Going on a trip this year? Get ready ahead of time by downloading these helpful apps that will save you a lot of time and help you discover some hidden gems on your vacation! Waze Free, iOS & AndroidGreat for finding the quickest driving routes so you can avoid traffic, one-way roads, construction, or other…
Many of us who’ve been going on exotic and adventurous vacations our entire lives take traveling for granted. We forget that travel is a luxury that not everyone can afford. So if you’ve never been on a big vacation before, don’t fret! We have the advice to ensure that your first vacation is a success…
Working as an independent travel agent has a lot off great perks: working from home, being your own boss, setting your own hours, etc. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy! This career challenges you in a number of ways, one of which is having to find and sell yourself to clients looking for travel agents.…
Summer is winding to a close, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to take a trip and explore a fantastic new city! Here are our recommendations for the best cities to visit in August: Baden-Baden, Germany If you’re looking for a more low-key getaway, Baden Baden has made many lists of the best “spa…
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