Insider tips your experienced travelers will love There’s nothing seasoned travelers enjoy more than sharing the latest “insider knowledge” with anyone who will listen. You know the type: whipping through...

Understanding the airline consolidator If you’ve spent any time in the travel industry, or even consider yourself a frequent traveler, you may be familiar with the term “airline consolidator.” Even so, many...

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...

Be an expert in your travel niche Many travel agents believe they should keep their range of services broad, appealing to a variety of clients. In the world of travel, it’s actually best to keep it narrow...

Generation Z, nicknamed Gen Z and iGeneration, is the youngest and newest generation that launched around 1996. Gen Z  follows the infamous Millennials, yet the two eras reveal drastic differences. As the...

30 Signs You Were a Travel Agent 30 Years Ago 1. You gave your clients brochures to help guide their vacation planning. Bonus points if you had an entire wall display for your brochures. 2. You remember...

Think outside the box (of chocolate) You had a great year and it’s time to thank your top clients and corporate partners with a little gift for the holidays. Send them a gift that will really stand out and let...

Holiday travel: Expectation vs. Reality Our expectation of heading home for the holidays is one that anticipates the fun, relaxation, and joy of being surrounded by the people we love. The reality for most...

Ever thought of becoming a professional travel agent? Have you been told it’s a dying industry? If you thought travel agents were not in high demand because of the internet, think again. The travel agent...

Technology to meet the needs of today’s travel agents Schedule flexibility. Incredible travel opportunities. The freedom to work from home or on the road. These are just some reasons the travel agent community...