It’s happened again—your phone pings with a headline. Five minutes later, a client texts: “Should we cancel?” Whether it’s a hurricane in the Caribbean, political unrest abroad, or a government shutdown closer to home, today’s Travel Advisors are navigating more than itineraries. You’re navigating anxiety, confusion, and a 24/7 news cycle built to stir up More
Dust off your passport, ditch the cubicle and set your travel spirit free – because the travel industry is having a full-on moshpit moment, and you’ve got a front-row ticket to all the fun! Travel and tourism GDP is predicted to grow an average of 5.8 percent a year until 2032, outpacing the growth of More
So you’ve decided to pursue your passion for travel full time and craft epic adventures for others. But a crucial decision awaits: Do you become a struggling solo agent or join a powerhouse host travel agency and achieve true Rockstar status? Both paths have their merits, but the right host travel agency can serve as More
Going it alone in the travel business can be a real drag - you’re constantly hustling for deals, juggling a million tasks and trying to stay on top of the latest tech and trends. It’s exhausting and can really hold you back from reaching your full potential. Ditch the solo travel agent struggle and find More
In the realm of travel, the journey of an independent contractor or home-based travel advisor mirrors that of the voyages they curate: starting with broad horizons, it gradually narrows down to your unique paths of specialization. As a seasoned executive in the travel industry, I’ve observed this evolution closely, witnessing the transformation from a generalist More
As a travel expert with over 25 years of experience, one of the most important lessons I’ve learned is that you must adequately qualify customers and understand their needs before planning their dream vacation. Rushing into the research and trip planning stages without having a clear picture of what the client is looking for is More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVG-tUQ8OdQ Video Transcript Michelle Cartwright - Travel Agent 00:16 I am Michelle Cartwright, and I just celebrated my sixth year selling travel. Michelle Ferrand - Interviewer 00:20 Why did you take the leap of faith into the industry? Michelle Cartwright - Travel Agent 00:25 Because my parents and husband believed in me. I More
