#FiercelyForward · Real Rockstars
Our Rockstars’ Success Stories
Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what happens when hard-working travel entrepreneurs plug into the TPI family.
Every story below is a real TPI advisor
In Their Own Words
Three Rockstars, three very different journeys – one family.

GET OUT CUSTOM TRAVELS
Theresa Chu-Bermudez
“Joining TPI has been one of the best decisions I could have made for my business. I’ve worked incredibly hard to get to where I am today, and it’s nice to know I have a company like TPI supporting me as I continue to make my place in the travel industry.”
- Custom travel specialist
- Built her place in the industry with TPI

GOULDS TRAVEL
Steven Gould
“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I – I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference” – Robert Frost
I started my career like many others, with big dreams and a passion for travel. I opened my business in 2010 as an independent agent – working on my own trying to take on the world. After finding a mentor in the industry, I was introduced to the idea of host agencies. I worked with several host agencies over the years, but joining TPI in 2012 was the best move for my business.
- Independent since 2010
- Found his host agency home at TPI

GOULDS TRAVEL
Anastasia Sabapathy
“With mentoring from Goulds Travel and the partnership with TPI, I am so excited to break into this industry and hopefully it will become my only career in the future!”
My name is Anastasia and I have been working in the restaurant Industry for over 10 years. During my career I have always wanted to learn something new but didn’t really know what. After some time had passed, I learned that I can turn my love for travel planning into something lucrative.
- Career-changer from hospitality
- Turning a travel passion into income
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Travel agents make money through commissions on everything they book. We negotiate with travel partners on your behalf to get you the highest commission possible. Additionally, many travel agency owners also charge their clients a service fee.
Travel agents are paid on commission. Every time an agent books a service for their client, they earn a commission. We offer multiple commission split structures so you choose what works best for you and your business., and we pay our travel advisors twice a month.
Yes! If you want to share your passion for travel and be your own boss, invest in yourself and your small business. Whether you are seeking a new career path or a side hustle, you can earn money while helping others create amazing new memories!
It varies how much a travel agent makes per booking. Working with us can help you earn the most from your commission. We negotiate with our travel partners so you earn high commissions.
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