Ever wondered if you have what it takes to become a travel agent? Even if you haven’t considered it before, maybe you should start now. From a love of research to an obsession with organization, these are some of the top signs you could be a great independent travel agent: Organized. We don’t mean you…
Many people operate under the false impression that being a travel agent is a dying career field. In reality, The American Society of Travel Agents says that 41% of Millennials used a travel advisor in the past year. The travel agent industry is growing every year, and more people are relying on our expertise and…
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…
There’s no denying that in today’s day and age, social media has become one of the most powerful marketing tools available to small- and medium-sized businesses. As a travel agent, establishing a strong social media presence can be a game changer for your business. Here are a few tips to ensure that you’re making the…
Online and in real life, we’ve often heard people exclaim, “I wish I could get paid to travel the world,” as if such a job was a white whale of a career choice, available only to the likes of Anthony Bourdain. But in fact, you can get paid to travel, and for helping other people…
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