Emirates
lets-icons:back back to airlines Emirates Emirates is the state owned flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates and the largest airline in the Middle East. Based at Dubai International Airport, it operates a massive global network connecting passengers across six continents and over 150 destinations. Fleet and Capacity: The airline is unique for operating an all widebody […]
Dealing with Airline Ticket Name Corrections
Avoid fees from airline ticket name corrections “But it’s just one letter off…” Airline ticket name corrections can be frustrating and costly. If you’ve ever had to change a “Katie” to a “Catie” or a “Brian” to a “Bryan,” you know what we’re talking about! We deal with this frequently when it comes to airline […]
How to Drive Profits Up When the Economy is Down
This is a great time to be a travel advisor. No, it hasn’t been an easy time lately to sell leisure travel. And I have shared your pain through refunds, closed countries, confusing regulations, and lost revenue. As a supplier who does not sell directly to the public, we are completely dependent on the success […]
How Can the Travel Advisor Look Great During the Coronavirus Season?
Answer: If your client has an air ticket, but is not traveling in March or April… DON’T change or cancel it yet. Why should I wait to change or cancel my ticket? Airlines are not offering waivers for changes beyond April travel, but it is likely that they will offer a waiver for free changes as you […]
New Year, New Distribution Capability
What is NDC (New Distribution Capability)? NDC, or New Distribution Capability, is an XML standard created by IATA which allows the distribution of airfares and ancillaries through third parties. This will replace the outdated EDIFACT protocol. The EDIFACT protocol, currently used by GDSs, can only communicate fares and schedules and have not kept up with […]
30 New Features on Centrav.com
We’re sure you’ve already noticed–but Centrav got a new look and even better capabilities. In honor of our 30 year anniversary, we wanted to take a minute to share 30 new things you can use on centrav.com. New, cleaner look – easier to read. Offering First Class. You can now book infants online. You have […]
How to Make Money Selling Air
You need to sell air If you are not selling air you are losing revenue opportunities as well as clients. At Centrav.com you can add a markup to every fare — the revenue is there for the taking. If you push a client away without offering to do the air for them you will lose […]
Delta Air Lines Webinar
Check out our new webinar, Delta‘s “Triple P Seminar” Product, Performance and Partners! Delta has invested over $5B dollars over the past 4 years in Products, hear about the innovated technology, aircraft, and state of the art facilities. Delta is the most reliable U.S- global airline and in 2017 was ranked 1st for on-time, completion factor, and baggage. Learn more about things they do […]
4 Profit-Killing Myths about Selling Airfare
In the early days of the airline industry, a travel agent’s main source of revenue was through commissions. When the airline industry cut commissions in 2002, travel agents were driven to become more innovative in the way they earned a living. Many turned their focus to cruise and tour packages where they could still get […]
Norwegian Air Agent Incentive
You can win round-trip tickets and much more! Norwegian Air is pleased to announce an agent incentive for the month of March! You can earn a $100 Visa gift card for every 10 passengers booked during the month. The top booker of the month will receive a $500 gift card as well as a pair of round-trip tickets! Rules & Regulations […]