How to Compete with Online Booking Sites
Travel Agents vs. Online Booking Sites A recent report compiled by ABTA revealed that the majority of travelers will follow through and book with a travel agent once the conversation has begun. But unfortunately, losing a client to an online travel agency (OTA) is still a real fear. Travelers get a quote and a wealth of […]
How to Become a Travel Agent: 7 Steps
How to become a travel agent and do what you love Do you wish there was a way to make a living doing what you love? If what you love is travel, your dream career is totally within reach! This post will give you some tips and pointers and how to become a travel agent […]
7 Things Travel Agents Want Their Clients to Understand
What you wish they knew Travel agents get a lot of funny responses when people find out what they do. The extremes range from those who think your job is completely obsolete to that one family member who keeps asking you to hook them up with a free cruise. Contrary to what your friends think, […]
Travel Industry Terms that Every Agent Should Know
Know your travel industry terms There are many travel industry terms you should know! Did you know that a nonstop flight and a direct flight are not the same? Or that there is a difference between a layover and a stopover? Knowing your travel lingo is important for clear communication. It increases your professionalism and […]
7 Characteristics of a Successful Travel Agent
Do you have what it takes? The travel industry is not for the faint of heart. You must daily tap into both sides of your brain — your creative side and your logical side — in order to recommend, book, and manage incredible travel experiences for your clients. You are a salesperson, a marketer, an […]