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Travel Talk Live: Q&A Becoming A Travel Agent

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👁️ 1K views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 40:09
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have been getting a lot of questions about being a travel agent.

The benefits to using a travel agent are yes, you can book through Expedia or book through, you know, book yourself directly through the website, but if you run into any issues, you have to reach out to the 1-800, for example, cruise line phone number.

I love selling cruises, you guys. And I told you I'm not gatekeeping. I love selling cruises because cruises have some of the highest percentages that they pay out.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Research host agencies thoroughly before choosing one.
✓Build relationships with business development managers (BDMs) for each cruise line.
✓Respond to client emails promptly to maintain good customer service.
✓Use social media strategically to attract clients.
✓Start part-time while maintaining a full-time job to build skills and income.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing if people actually use travel agents — Explain the benefits, such as having a real person to handle issues and access to better deals and perks.
Worrying about costs or fees when using a travel agent — Clarify that cruise prices are the same whether you use an agent or not, and agents may add a booking fee for their time.
Uncertainty about how to get started as a travel agent — Research host agencies, look for good training and commission splits, and consider starting part-time.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo people actually use travel agents and what are the benefits?
QDoes it cost more to use a travel agent?
QHow do I get started being a travel agent and what should I look for in choosing a host agency?
QHow are travel agents paid?
QHow much does it cost to get started?

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Join me for a Q&A about my experience as a travel agent. This has been one of the most requested topics so I want to shed some light on myths, tips for finding clients and general information. Join the waitlist for my travel creator course: https://stan.store/TheJennDanielle Book a 1:1 Coaching Session: https://stan.store/TheJennDanielle/p/11-coaching-call-with-jennifer-danielle Interested in booking a Virgin Voyages cruise: Email me at thejenndanielle@gmail.com #travelagent #travelagenttips