Think Like An Airfare Expert: How Travel Agents Can Add More Value for Their Clients
One of the most frustrating challenges travel advisors face is clients booking flights through online travel agencies without realizing the potential pitfalls. As a travel advisor, your expertise is invaluable in navigating fare rules, upgrade options, and hidden fees. By proactively educating your clients and offering tailored recommendations, you can secure your position as their trusted travel expert. Discover essential tips to enhance your service, from including fare rules in quotes to suggesting creative ways to save. Elevate your clients’ travel experiences and ensure they see the true value of your expertise—read on to learn more!
9 Expert Recommendations for Your Frequent Flyers
Are you ready to elevate your travel game? Discover insider tips that seasoned travelers swear by! From breezing through airport security with TSA Pre-Check to enjoying the luxury of airport lounges with Priority Pass, these expert recommendations will transform your flying experience. Learn how to maximize your frequent flyer miles, navigate connecting airports like a pro, and even request special meals tailored to your dietary needs. Whether you’re a travel novice or a seasoned jet-setter, these strategies will ensure your journeys are smoother and more enjoyable. Dive in to unlock the secrets of stress-free travel!
What You Need to Know About Airline Schedule Changes
As spring and summer travel approaches, many travelers are experiencing an uptick in airline schedule changes. But why are these changes happening so frequently? With the complexities of coordinating thousands of flights, airlines must adapt to shifting demands, weather delays, and staffing challenges. At Centrav, we understand the importance of keeping your clients informed and protected during these changes. Discover how we can help you navigate the intricacies of airline schedules and ensure your clients have the best itineraries available. Read on to learn more about managing schedule changes effectively!
Most Beautiful Springtime Destinations in the World
Do you have clients that love to travel, but are looking for the deal? Be indispensable and book them a trip in shoulder season. Booking in shoulder season can guarantee low prices and a local-living style stay. Shoulder season: The best of both worlds Travel during peak season and you will get sky-high fares, overcrowded […]
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 […]
How Centrav Provides Airfare Technology for Today’s Travel Agents
Airfare technology for today’s travel agents Schedule flexibility. Travel opportunities. The freedom to work from home or on the road. These are just some reasons the travel agent community has seen a dramatic rise in independent contractors over the traditional hourly employee. According to a recent study by The Travel Institute, the percentage of agents […]
How to Help Your Clients Avoid Travel Catastrophes This Holiday
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 families is that holiday travel often feels a little bit more like this: Don’t let your travelers’ airport experience look like […]
Best Tools and Resources for Travel Agents
Be a travel expert As a professional in one of the world’s fastest-changing industries, you may find it difficult to stay ahead of the curve. Today’s travelers are seeking out highly-curated itineraries, hoping for that “trip of a lifetime” experience. They may have strong ideas about what they want their experience to feel like but rely […]
6 Best Travel Destinations for Bookworms
If your idea of a perfect day involves a few uninterrupted hours in a second-hand bookstore, your next trip abroad should include one of these top literary destinations. Whether it’s an ornate monastic library in Austria or a quaint bookshop on the Seine, these destinations are sure to bring out your inner bookworm! 1. Ireland […]
18 Ways to Pass the Time at the Airport
How to entertain yourself at any airport Delayed in Dakar? Stranded in San Salvador? When that unexpected flight delay happens and you’re not lucky enough to find yourself at one of these amazing airports, it’s time to get creative. You don’t have to get stuck browsing social media for two hours! For the solo traveler […]