Christmas 2023: Travel-Themed Accessories Just for Travel Advisors
Best Travel-Themed Accessories for Travel Agents You might be a travel-advisor if you believe you can never have too many travel-themed accessories. People want to know why you carry a purse that doubles as a world map. Your favorite necklace and coffee mug are both conversation starters — and you might even claim they’ve gained […]
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 […]
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 […]
The 10 Best Wineries to Visit in Italy
Italy – located along the coast of the Mediterranean is a hot spot for tourists and wine enthusiasts alike. The beautiful country is known for its monumental structures like the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Colosseum, cities like Rome and Venice, and of course the WINE. The quality of the food and wine are […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
35 Travel Agent Discounts You Should Know
There’s a rumor going around that travel agents can get access to free or discounted travel. It’s true! While some of your favorite, comped travel experiences are offered only periodically by vendors, there are many standard discounts available to travel agents everywhere. Here are over 35+ travel agent discounts our Centrav staff members have discovered […]
10 Resources for Travel You Can Use on Your Phone
10 Resources for Travel You Can Use From Your Phone Do you have some good resources for travel planning in your back pocket? When planning a trip for yourself or for your clients, there are many moving pieces to manage — and sometimes questions come up at all hours. If you often work on the […]