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How I Started My Travel Agency! Being a Travel Advisor Q&A- Chit Chat Tuesday!

MH Family Adventures (Cruise Travel)
MH Family Adventures (Cruise Travel)
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πŸ‘οΈ 1K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 1:28:41
What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm currently looking to possibly get someone on board with me but right now I have 336 clients and business is growing

The host agency is going to provide you with a lot of information so the biggest thing that they give you is access to all the suppliers

Most of our cruises that we take are paid for by us whether it's through a travel agent rate some of them are most of them are

I don't book flights there's no Commission on flights and flights tend to give you the most headache

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Find a niche when starting a travel agency
βœ“Start with one supplier you're comfortable with and gradually add more
βœ“Use social media and YouTube for marketing by sharing your travel experiences
βœ“Consider charging a refundable retainer fee for quotes to avoid shoppers and ghosters
βœ“Be patient as it can take a year to see steady commission flow

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Balancing full-time job with travel agency work β€” Work early mornings, evenings, and weekends; leverage school breaks for flexibility
Waiting for commission payments β€” Be patient as it takes about a year to see steady flow; commissions are paid after travel occurs

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to start a travel agency as a travel advisor
QWhat are the costs involved in starting a travel agency
QWhat are the pros and cons of being a travel advisor
QHow do travel agents get paid and what is the commission structure
QWhat are the benefits of using a host agency

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

New York2Β½ Happy Bacon
Orlando1Β½ Happy Bacon
Port Canaveral2Β½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

In this livestream, RacQuelle and Ron will share how they started their family travel agency, Major Adventures Travel Agency. We get this question asked often, so thought we'd take some time out to share our process and answer any questions!!! Looking to Book a CRUISE! Email Major Adventures Travel Agency (RacQuelle) at majoradventuresllc@gmail.com or complete this form for a free quote! https://form.jotform.com/230004140865141 Mentioned in this video: CRUISE CONTROL TRANSPORTATION!!! $25 Shared Shuttle from Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral. Mention code "MH FAM" to save 10% off your booking! https://www.cruisecontrol-transportation.com/ Host Agency I use: KHM Travel Group https://khmtravel.com/ WAYS YOU CAN HELP OUR CHANNEL GROW Follow us on Social Media!! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mhfamilyadventures/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mhfamilyadventures/ LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT on our videos! THANK YOU!!!! Venmo: @MH-Family-Adventures Cash App: $MHFamilyAdventures Paypal: paypal.me/MHFAMILYADVENTURES For sponsorships, collaborations, special invites...... Email: majoradventuresllc@gmail.com