10 Things Expert Travelers Are Doing
Insider tips for planning, packing, and traveling You can spot an expert traveler a mile away. They breeze through security lines and down to their gates like they own the place (typically with a light, neatly-packed carry-on in tow). You overhear them chatting with strangers about many miles they’ve accrued this year or how they […]
The Resurgence of the All-Inclusive Experience
All-inclusive vacation experiences are making a comeback. They were the original model for luxury travel. Then they kind of got pushed aside for the “curated experience.” Now they are back as a fresher, streamlined experience while still having that curated feel. “This new wave of all-inclusives is all about luxury, offering a raft of enticements […]
Fun Airline Facts About 28 of the World’s Top Carriers
Fun Airlines Facts About 28 Airlines What’s the fun of being a travel agent if you don’t have a few weird, fun airline facts to drop at parties? My personal favorite is letting travelers know they can bring their favorite pet falcon aboard Qatar Airways. The best part, of course, is that you can sell […]
What is Procrastination? (and How to Conquer It)
What is procrastination? What is procrastination? The Latin roots of procrastination are pro meaning forward and cras meaning tomorrow. Do you find yourself habitually putting tasks off until tomorrow, despite your best intentions? Psychology professor, Fuschia Sirois, defines procrastination as: “The voluntary, unnecessary delay of an important task, despite knowing you’ll be worse off for […]
Online Customer Reviews: Why They Matter and How to Get Them
Why your online customer reviews matter “This restaurant has outdoor seating, unlimited chips and salsa and 4.7 stars on Yelp — let’s go!!!” How often does your decision to try a new restaurant involve a peek at the online reviews? Probably most of the time! We typically turn to online reviews as one of the […]
5 Tips for Networking with Suppliers
Why network with suppliers in the first place? Many travel advisors like to plan FAM trips during the fall when summer bookings start to wind down (is it ever really slow season?). This is a great time for a FAM trip for many reasons! You can really experience a destination from a fresh perspective when […]
8 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Trip
“Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.” You’ve probably seen this little quote a hundred times by now — on Pinterest, Facebook, or even printed on keychains and mugs. We all know that travel is an enriching experience, and well worth the cost. Going abroad changes us for the better. It […]
Gift Guide: Birthday Gifts for the Luxury Traveler
Travel luxuries to add to your gift list Do you need a birthday gift for your friend or relative that’s super hard to buy for? We’re talking about your travel-savvy father-in-law who has everything he needs. Maybe you need a unique gift for your ultra-classy, globetrotting sister. Whether your shopping for parents, clients, friends, or […]
Why Flexibility Is So Important for Finding Low Airfare
Why flexibility is so important for finding low airfare How can I save money on airfare? It’s one of the number one things travelers are desperate to know. Everyone is looking for a hack when it comes to finding low airfare. But the truth is that many of the “airfare discount hacks” you’ll find when you […]
13 of the World’s Most Exciting Airports
Help your clients plan a mini-adventure One of the most dreaded travel mishaps is an unavoidable, airline delay. This can put a damper on the otherwise perfect vacation that you’ve spent hours helping your clients curate. Turn their travel delay or a long layover into a mini-adventure. Make a few recommendations for every airport on […]