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MasterAdvisor 31: Advice from Two New Conde Nast Specialists

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Creator's Key Takeaways

i've been doing this for 30 years this year so it's been a lot in a long time and i've enjoyed every minute of it

we wanted you know what we focus on is is custom luxury travel that is completely tailored to the needs and the interest and the budget and the timeline of the client

it's a long application and i i had looked at it before but i've got i don't have time for this but um i think with a little bit of extra time this year it was it was the right time to do it

we do have a short list because our standards are so high

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Be hands-on and available to clients, answering emails and calls promptly
✓Build a mentor relationship to guide you through the industry
✓Take risks and submit applications even if you feel inexperienced
✓Focus on building strong relationships with suppliers and clients
✓Educate yourself on destinations and rely on partner expertise

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing where to start when planning an African safari — Start with East Africa for a first-time experience, as it offers iconic wildlife and a well-rounded safari
Language barriers in Africa — English is widely spoken, especially in safari camps; learning a few key words like 'thank you' is sufficient

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to get on the Conde Nast Top Travel Specialist list
QWhat the application process for Conde Nast involves
QHow to build a travel agency strong enough to earn a spot on the list
QWhat kind of special touches to provide for clients
QHow to vet suppliers for African safaris
YouTube Video Description↓

Susan Neva & Liz Loftus discuss how an entrepreneur builds a travel agency dynamic and strong enough to earn a spot on the Conde Nast Top Travel Specialist list. These two agents scored a spot on the 2021 edition because of their work building Alluring Africa, an agency aimed at selling luxury, sustainable, custom and exclusive African safaris. ** Subscribe and like for more #travelagent and #traveladvisor content ** Check-In Episode 4 with Peter Yesawich: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxaddaU_XZQ Subscribe to TMR's Daily Newsletter: https://www.travelmarketreport.com/tmr-sign-up