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Now is the time to clean up your social media pages

Jennifer Dugan debunks the idea that introverts don’t make good travel advisors.

In the workplace, soft skills complement required hard skills.

Every day at The Travel Institute, our coaches receive calls from many people looking for a start in the travel industry. Here are the most frequently asked questions.

The family travel audience is on Facebook – are you?

Wave Season is in full force – are you making the most of this lucrative time?

Disney parks are always in-demand and they’re easy to add to a vacation package on VAX.

Spring is a time for new beginnings and to renew your health and lifestyle, especially if you focus on these seven things to renew.

There is no better time than now to consider advancing your career during The Travel Institute’s Promote Your Professionalism event in July.

Families with members who have a disability or special needs face a unique set of challenges that are not widely discussed in the travel industry.

It doesn’t matter how great your product is, how great your brand is or how prepared you are, without clients, it’s all for nothing.

Nearly twenty years ago at Trisept Solutions, Bill La Macchia, Sr. and I envisioned how we could bring travel agents into the internet age.

Due to its highly visual layout and unique Board and Pins format, Pinterest is a perfect fit for a Travel Agency.

What can you do as an agent to understand your clients’ feelings and soothe their worries?

When you begin working with destination wedding clients, the inevitable question will be asked: “Which is better, legal or symbolic destination weddings?”

Multicultural weddings embrace and honor the traditions of both families during the wedding ceremony. The result? One of the best weddings ever.

See VAX agents’ picks the top three LGBTQ friendly hotels and resorts for destination weddings.

Destination weddings are one of the most popular niche strategies for travel agents today, but some experts believe advisors lose out when they think of those nuptials as “one and done.”

Now that the weather is slowly warming, it’s a great time of year for “Spring Cleaning” with the most important part of your business – how you spend your time.

The results are in and they tell us a large majority of travel advisors are winning at the game of social media.

It’s important to work ON your business. In fact, it’s also equally important to work IN your business.

Gratitude not only makes you feel like a better person, but it’s also linked to improving your health.

Americans can legally travel to Cuba as long as they have a U.S. passport and meet one of the 12 categories of authorized travel.

You have knowledge, enthusiasm, a love for travel, and a sincere drive to match the perfect trips to the best people. But how do you identify prospective customers?

Spoofing and phishing and spam, oh my! Each year thousands of people fall for traps set by hackers around the world.

Technology helps agents expand their reach, build their businesses and keep their clients coming back.

From checking in to their flights to locating that 5-star restaurant, travelers get a big assist from mobile apps while on vacation.

Those darn millennials, always shaking things up. This time, it’s luxury travel.

Get the answers to your frequently asked air consolidator questions.

These tips will help you understand how booking with an air consolidator works.

Here are 5 things that you should keep in mind when you look at your business and your brand as a whole.

Millennials. It seems to be the one word that we are hearing everywhere and there is a valid reason.

Check out 5 ways Universal Orlando Resort shows our love for our travel agent partners.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step and a journey of hitting your daily step goal, losing weight, getting healthier or having more “me time” requires similar effort.

It takes just three easy steps to enhance the health and wellness of your business.

Are you social, organized and passionate? See what it takes to be a travel pro.

Personal wellness can be found every day where you least expect it.

We’ve gathered the entry requirements for U.S. citizens for seven popular Caribbean countries.

Ideally the most unfortunate event to unfold during vacation is something minor, but this isn’t always the case, sometimes bad things happen.

Life is short and should be lived with wellness in mind.

Listening is one of the main keys to building strong relationships in both your personal and business life.

There are certain words that confuse even the best writers. The following list describes some commonly confused words.

Social media is important for travel agents, but how exactly does it work, and where do you even start?

The hashtag has become one of the most viral and effective ways to store, search, and browse content on the web.

Check out VAX's top travel apps for your clients to add to their packing lists.

A second wedding is a second chance at creating a unique and memorable life together, calling for more intimate experience.

When an agency stalls, it is most likely the result from ineffective marketing.

Here are some tips I have uncovered about sending thank-you notes that you might find useful.

The U.S. Department of State is expecting an increase in passport applications through 2018.

Someone long ago said that your best salesman is a happy customer. I couldn’t agree more.

Working for yourself can be one of the most liberating, freeing and amazing experiences in a professional’s life.

The largest generation is now coming of age to become a main focus for many companies, brands and most importantly, YOU.

We wish we could always communicate good news to our customers.

Owning and operating your own business and that pride of ownership is a wonderful feeling.

You may be sending your clients to a warm escape for their vacations but there is a huge market for festivals and long weekend vacations throughout the year.

Want to make travel even easier for your clients? Encourage them to apply for TSA Pre Check and even walk them through the application process.

BOGO typically stands for buy one get one free, but did you know it can apply to your travel business too?

Being the best requires more than passion, it also requires hard work and dedication.

Making the decision to either work with a host agency, or go completely independent requires a good amount of thought and planning.

Travel trends may come and go, but one niche that is certain to remain strong, and is currently growing, is family travel.

As someone who has led trainings on compliance, I know that you can never be too cautious or too informed.

It is so important to start tracking how much time you spend on each booking.

What are your clients remembering about how you are making them feel?

While you’re bound by the regulations of the industry, you’re free to make your own business and marketing decisions. But that doesn’t mean you’re entirely on your own.

As a business owner, not having a “plan” can lead you to some serious pitfalls.

With the start of the new tax year, it’s critical that we all get our financial houses in order.

We all have fears that hold us back.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that assumptions are rarely good.

Truly successful travel business owner and advisors have mastered the value of time - have you?

If you are new to the industry or are considering branching out, it is important to pick a specialty area — one you are passionate about.

We are all experiencing challenging times with no one traveling, and we don’t know exactly when that will change.

How can you continue to support your travel agent, even if you aren’t able to travel right now?

One thing I hope you do not have to do this season is listen to our hold music!

If you are wondering about fun places to send your clients, America’s national parks just may be the ticket!

For those travelers who are loyal to their travel agent, the benefits of using their services is no secret.

True Travel Professionals demonstrate a commitment to the ethics and standards of the occupation and to the interests of the client.

In a world where everything feels stressful and politically charged, you can be a source of light and even love to those around you.

Vaccination appears to be the key to a world with travel. Here is how a Travel Professional can benefit.

Before attempting to change your practices, especially in this period of uncertainty, you should seek the advice of a lawyer who specializes in travel law.

As a travel counselor, part of your role is to identify your clients’ needs and match them to the right accommodations.

A ‘game changer’ for new agents and organizations alike.

Here are 6 reasons why you should consider becoming a travel agent right now.

Travel is roaring back, here are 5 tips to boost your travel agency to maximize your success!

Getting back to business can be a challenge, these top tips will help you find success in a post-COVID world.

Here is how travel agents make money and how much income can be made as travel professionals.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to HELP you find the clarity and direction you need on VAX.

The COVID-19 pandemic caught many travel professionals without having a structured service fee in place and many ended up working hour after hour with virtually no pay for doing so.

Travel advisors play a critical role in furthering inclusion in the travel industry. Category: agent development

A practical guide to making your clients’ trips seamless and unforgettable.

Consumer perception of a wellness destination is key.

In our minds, no one should ever object to buying travel insurance.

Take the time now to understand what the REAL ID is and educate your clients on the requirements.

It is important to pick a specialty area—one you are passionate about.

The app that gets your sleep back on track.

Avoya Travel’s Steve Hirshan explains why educating your clients on you is crucial to closing the sale.

Boost sales with these tested techniques for travel professionals.

Kandi Cook shares her tips for finding business success through social media.

Luxury travel has always been over-the-top, but vacation-starved clients are now taking their requests to new levels.

Younger generations are tapping into the expertise of travel advisors. Here’s how to get in on the action.

Veteran travel agency owner to host intimate business retreat in September.

We’ve compiled seven of the best tips from suppliers for you and your destination wedding clients.

Three travel advisor experts share advice on booking destination weddings.

Two travel advisors add ease and efficiency to the FAM trip experience.

Exploring the best LGBTQ+ romance resorts and destinations - because travel is for everyone, no matter who they love.

Kati shares how qualities of an effective leader can be applied in all aspects of life.

Here are a few ways you can best utilize any unexpected downtime that comes your way.

Mix things up and customize all-inclusive stays with these five tips.

Jennifer Dugan shares four ways for advisors to market themselves.

When it comes to marketing your travel agency, keep it simple to keep it consistent.

Travel advisors can now utilize all the tools available at TASK through a monthly membership program.

Start small, be consistent and stay true to your brand.

Jennifer Dugan shares four tips for keeping the big picture in mind in regards to your business.

See the top host travel agencies for 2023 in a fun to watch production by FindaHostTravelAgency.com.

Tourism Cares shares its latest opportunities for travel professionals to get involved in.

Relationship building is a key factor in the travel industry. Many advisors use a CRM platform to keep that asset strong.

Entering the travel industry is not a difficult task whatsoever and the industry is ready for you to become active to help serve clients with their travel plans.

Travel professionals aren’t just planners, learn all of what a travel agent in 2021 does.

Help your clients feel ready to get back out there and manage their nerves at the same time.

How advisors are using digital tools to transform their businesses.