What Do You Have To Do To Become A Travel Agent?
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
- What Do You Have To Do To Become A Travel Agent?
This is absolutely one of the very top questions I get on a regular basis: “What do you have to do to become a travel agent?” 🤔
Since I started my own journey as a travel agent way back in the 90s, the industry has grown and changed and had its 🎢 ups and downs. The processes, the available resources, the required skills, the competition… The environment for becoming a travel agent today looks very different than it did when I first started.
But the one fundamental thing that stays the same in the travel industry no matter what is that a travel agent’s job is to serve clients and ensure that they have the very best travel experience possible. As a beginner travel agent, you have to start somewhere, so it might as well be there. To become a travel agent, you have to make sure you have a ❤️ heart and a 🧠 mind for serving the client and making them happy.
Okay, so that’s what you need to do philosophically to become a travel agent. But what else? Do you have to go to school? Get an apprenticeship? Take a travel equivalent of the Hippocratic Oath? (“First, do no harm… to the client’s vacation by booking them into a timeshare presentation without telling them.”) 😄
In my latest 📽️ video, “What Do You Have To Do To Become A Travel Agent?” I break down what you are required to do to become a travel agent, as well as what you should do. As always, there is a difference.
I hope this video helps you see that becoming a travel agent is within your grasp. There is nothing stopping you from being a part of this exciting and vital profession. And with the right attitude and work ethic, you can be a big success, help lots of people, and have the time of your life doing it.
And if you’re ready to really grow your travel business in 2021, then now is the time to join the Careers on Vacation Mastermind! It’s the ultimate tool for travel professionals and travel agency owners.
Apply using the link below, and let’s get on a discovery call to see what we can do together!
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This video was really helpful! I'm brand new to the travel world, and I signed up with a host agency. While they promise to walk newbies through everything to become a travel agent, it still feels like a bunch of puzzle pieces instead of a fluid, step-by-step what to do, like you're talking about.
Lots of great points. A lot to think about.
Thank you! 🥰
Hi Cyndi, thx for the vod
Awesome video! I'm so happy to have found you! Like a lot of others here, I love to dig in and find those gems that really fit a travelers needs. I love to find the beat values, and the ambiance that fits the vacation. I've liked this for a long time, but went into overtime this month! I'd love to learn more, and share with others! Thank you for your content!
I have just started researching. The hosting was what was attractive, but I didn't realize until getting into more detail that I would be on my own. Thank you for the information! This is super helpful.
I am so glad I found your channel. I am wanting to know more. I will check out your other videos
I’m new and really thinking about jumping into this. Thank you for you time and talents.
Thank you 😊
My “why” is to have a little bit more freedom in my life overall. I have been working as a hotel sales and events manager for the past 8 years and have been in the hospitality industry since I was a teenager. Back in October I was laid off due to COVID, and had to take a step back to figure out what I truly wanted from my life. I needed a little bit more freedom as to where I work from, and came to realize that I need to work either at home, with the opportunity to be mobile as well. I also wanted to shift from working for a hotel specifically, to being able to plan travel for other people around the world, with the background knowledge that I have, and my passion for travel and for sales/planning.
I am starting travel school next month online at a local college here in Canada so I am definitely looking forward to this next step. 🥰
Good at luck in your courses!
Thank you so much, I just finished watching a recent webinar and it was filled with so much wonderful information. I have always loved traveling and planning trips for my family as well as for others. I often get questions from friends about my travels, trips and destination information. I have always thought about becoming a travel agent. I am in that place in my life that I want to make a career change and this is the direction that I feel I am being directed. I want to enjoy going to work because I love what I am doing. There is so much information out there and you have made the research a lot easier. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long-term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
I love to travel!!! I’m always planning trip for the family members and helping my friends. I love to look for different beautiful places for us and travel free
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I'm new
I started watching you recently and i love how happy and enthusiastic you are😊
Welcome to the channel!
I love seeing new places ...I love planning trips and helping others do the same
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
I’m new!!! So excited to learn
Thank you so much for making this video. I have learned a lot. I am an independent agent with an affiliation. You have motivated me to launch my own business starting with becoming certified. God bless.
Thank you
Hi Cyndi, I'm new and so glad I found your videos! I've been thinking about becoming a travel agent for a few years now and this information is very helpful!
Welcome!
Hey I’m new to your channel and I’m so glad I found you ! I think I finally found my place 🥰 I can’t wait to learn everything to have to offer to teach
I am new and Glad I came across this video, I’m wanting to travel more, and help my friends and family with their travel plans.
I’m new! This video is great thanks so so much!
Hi Cyndi, I'm NEW! My name is Cheryl Smith and I am so motivated to learn from you. Can't wait to take your Master Mind class. I absolutely LOVE to travel to learn about different cultures and see the beauty in this world. I also love the planning process of researching different destinations and discovering the best way to enjoy them. See you soon!
I'm new from Ohio! Getting ready to binge all your videos.
I'm new, will start a college travel course in January 2023. I LOVE TRAVELING THE WORLD AND PLAN TRIPS FOR OUR ENTIRE FAMILY. I want to work from home.
Hey! I'm new! I've done quite a bit of traveling and I have planned over a handful of trips that I had big groups join me on! So I've already learned a few dos and don'ts. After sitting still for a few years, and recently investing in a travel trailer to live in full time, I came up with the idea that I should get paid for this. haha so nice to meet you Cyndi, and thanks for your help!
Great info!
Hello Cindy! I'm new and so glad I found you!!
I’m new.
One of the reasons I wanted to do this was purely the travel itself and helping people make memories for decent prices. I love finding great deals and being able to save money.
What tactics do you use
@@roselynholloway7863 I don’t do this professionally, but I look at Priceline, compare to what may be offered by hotels/attractions on their websites, and now currently because of my job, the main corporation offers a “discount mall” so I can also compare discounts on that as well. I love doing my research to find the best “bang for the buck” as they say
I'm new! My "why" is twofold - I LOVE travelling, and my job is very involved and I don't get get spend as much time with my family as I'd like. I want to work from home, travel where I want and be able to drop off my kids AND pick them up from school, while making the bread and butter that I currently do :)
Welcome! :-). So glad you found the channel. I love your reasons, I am a Mom of 3 and completely get that! :-) Definitely feel free to take the free masterclass: www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
Hi Cyndi Thank you so very much for this video. I ended up in one of the hosting Travel Agent programs you referenced in this video. I thought the webinar was a job offer for a customer service rep position. upon going through the webinar I joined but after hearing the pros and cons, marketing and online business with attention to the Post-Covid traveling. I am beginning to think I have made a grave error with joining. I had reservations thinking this sounded like MLM but as the host went on I though well maybe i am being paranoid. however after seeing your video and viewing the training modules i took a total of 15 min I will definitely remove myself. What hit home was the "teaching myself to become a travel agent" the light went on and I feel more informed. Thank you for the insight. I can only say it was meant to be because your video came on right after the said training video from the Hosting Travel Agent's video. I will look into your mastermind's courses and maybe you can evaluate my passion for this business vs hobby. Greatly appreciated
I love to travel to explore and learn. I work full time in hospitality and love who I work .
My "why" I love to travel and I also love plan... I enjoy all aspects of travel and planning.. Im ready for something new!!
I love to travel and also love learning languages! I would love to combine these and offer experiences to share with others.
Hi!!! I'm new!!! Thanks for the video.
I love to travel and I love to help others
I love to travel and help others find awesome deals to amazing places!
I am new
Hi I am New,
This is so helpful.
thank you so much
Just started watching your video. Definitely interested.
My “why” for starting as a travel agent is to have fun, doing something that I’m passionate about and help other people have the best travel experience ever.
Kind you give travel agency email address and phone number
Have you started
Brand New! Nice to meet you!
Welcome to the channel!
I am from a very small town, I grew up in a little county in WV never thinking or dreaming of going other places. When I hit high school my dads job took us to three different states and really opened my eyes. I moved out of my home town at 16 years old. I still live in WV (different area ) but I am very very blessed to work for an amazing company that gives me three weeks vacation a year while I’m only working 30hours a week. I just got home from my second ever (and this year!!) solo vacation!! It is the most freeing, independent, eye opening thing anyone can do! I’d love to help solo traveler, because it can be super super scary but AMAZING. I love it. While on vacation this week I was in the fabulous Las Vegas, all my Facebook friends from the east coast were messaging me every day asking me “what do you do for a living?”, “wow you are having so much fun!”, “I’d love to go to Vegas!!”, “next time you go to Vegas, bring me with you!” It felt good. I just wanted to give everyone pointers and the confidence of “if I can do it, you can do it!”
Please, I need assistance like info from you about traveling.
@@Ujay.allbizare you also trying to get into the industry
I'm new. Ready to go!!
Haaay, I am new!😋 You are so inspiring! I have just started a travel blog and you encourage me to dream even bigger!
I love to travel with family and friends and get other people to travel with me and I loved traveling because all of the new things to see
I'm new! Love your content.
I am at a crossroads in my work life and health. Need a work from home job and love to travel, excited to see what all this video teaches me!
Hi Ryan! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Love her ❤✈️😊
Hi thanks for posting me and my husband travel non stop we are constantly having friends ask for recommendations on places to visit or how we even afforded the trip . We have a travel agent but we are ready to make our own business ! Excited to watch
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Hiiiii!!! New here!!!! 😀 I want to try this out because I recently became a US citizen , I’m originally from Brazil, and I love traveling, seeing different places, resorts ETC! I finally went to my first all inclusive in Cancun, called excellence and I loved it!
Hi! Im aliyna! I used to be a travel agent thru Bank of America so i know how to use sabre red and all if i needed too! I took their own class when i worked with them. I absolutely loved it so much so that is my why. I understand how booking your own travel can be overwhelming so being there to help them it was so joyful!
Hey Cyndi, I'm new here but have been watching your videos for awhile now. I had my Discovery call yesterday with Trish and will be having a follow-up tomorrow. I am excited and look forward to becoming a client of yours!
Joe, that's amazing. I look forward to supporting you on your journey. I'll see you in class soon. Congratulations & kudos on leaning in and starting your new adventure. -Cyndi
Hi Cindy. So glad I found you today. I've been trying to become an independent agent for the last 5yrs, and I've only come across MLM's which im not interested in. I want to become an agent because I travel a lot and so do my family and friends. I want to be the go to person in my circle, for all their travel needs.
I’m new!! Not a travel agent but always been interested since working with an agent years ago.
Hi, I’m Alex and I am new here! I want to become a travel agent because I LOVE traveling and I think it’s an all around great and exciting way to grow as a human and to appreciate the world we live on! I am also motivated and love working with a purpose. I have been in case management since graduating with my bachelors in psychology so I know I can take initiative and work well serving clients to help them meet their goals. Thanks for your videos. I am struggling to know where to start so this has been helpful. :)
Hi Alexandra! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Looking at doing something different. Travel may be my new biz!
I appreciate this all, as I am in the beginning stages of research to see what is best for me and current skill level. I have been out of the travel/hospitality industry for 12 years. I have a degree in Travel and Tourism. I am eager to learn more about the industry as it is very fascinating.
Awe that's nice, how are you doing Renee
I love to travel and want to be a digital nomad!
Hi Cyndi! I am new in your Chanel and I love your videos!
Hello Cindy ! Happy New Years to you and yours . Ty from a new subscriber from NOLa
Looking to get started in the travel industry. It’s all overwhelming. This was a helpful video. I want to learn the right way and take some courses. I love to plan trips and help people.
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long-term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
One of the main things I love about my job as a railroad brakeman/conductor is I get to travel to most places that truckers and roadies and even some rail passengers, don't often get to see.
How did u become a brakeman?
@@monicamartinez9537 Apply to a railroad offering the position and attend training? Sorry but not exactly sure what you mean with this question.
Hi, Cyndi!
So friendly and nice to meet you. I'm thinking about being a freelance travel agent as a side hustle + I enjoy booking flights and checking deals (for myself or others) usually for concerts.
What other avenues have you done
I am so grateful to have found your channel. Planning to get serious with travel agency business and this helps a lot!
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long-term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Have you gotten started
Hi, thank you for the video im actually thinking about it a lot.
Im considering becoming an agent due to passion i feel for exploring and making people experience more
Go for it!
I’m a new subscriber! Greetings from New York 😁…
Thanks for your Videos Cyndi!!! I am RETIRED, and love travel for myself, wife, and Family/Friends!!!! Very Interested in learning more about this!!!!
Hi Richard! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Hi! I am new and very keen to learn more. Cheers
Hi Cindy!!! I am new here and look forward to your advice and guidance!!!! I A lot of learning about different destinations and would like the opportunity to enjoy traveling as well as helping others.
I’m new…just found your channel! Very interested in this topic!
My name is Mandy and I’m new! My best friend and I are working towards setting up our own travel business specializing in Disney! We love to travel and Disney…we also are excited to work together. New chapter in our lives!
I'm new and in travel agent school right now. Just started. I want to be a travel agent because I love travel, I love researching travel and I want those that don't think they can take a wonderful vacation can and I will help.
my purpose is to build my own business wit something im passionate about. i have wanted to travel the world since a child, so i might as well get paid for it. there is so much beauty & experience to life that you can gain through traveling. i think that's giving back to the world
I’m new and becoming travel agent is My PASSION 🌹
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long-term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
I’m new here lol! Nice to meet you!
I signed up to take masterclass but brought me here! Great info but still hoping to find that one.
I was in automotive sales for years. I think im ready once I do some research lol
I’ve fallen in love with cruising and traveling and would love to help others get a time of rest and relaxation.
My WHY………interested in the travel industry as I approach retirement. Interested in a part-time endeavor. I simply love to plan my family trips and TRAVEL.
I'm new and just now starting this journey
Why I want to be a travel agent is because I enjoy experiencing the food, culture and diversity of new cities and countries, and I’d like to share my experience and growth from travel. They always say do something You Love for a healthy career choice. Hope I choose the right path to become a travel agent.
Hi Cindi, I'm Juliet. I found your video looking for info on how to become a travel agent. After working on the front line during COVID, I am suffering burnout and need to get out of medicine. I've always loved to travel. It's time for joy again.
I'm new here and am enjoying your videos
I’m new. I love traveling and finding good deals that’ll help with that. I want to grow a business that’ll help me out along with others as well. I’ve been traveling somewhere almost every single month, and I want to continue this even further.
You can do it! Start with our Free Masterclass: www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
Great video!!
I would like to be a travel agent because I love to travel and I would love to help others.
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
I started with Evolution in June 2022. I just finished my trainings, launched my website, and social media platforms. I'm now at that point where I'm stuck on figuring out how to gain clients. I feel like there's so much more to learn about running my business.
Welcome to the travel industry!
How is it going and did you get help with setting up your website and social media?
Hey there! I’m new here and doing some research. I was diagnosed with a neurological disorder 2 years ago and it’s becoming harder to perform my every day job. While traveling I thought maybe changing careers would be a possibility. I enjoy researching our trips and generally looking into travel. Thank you for all the information you post!
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long-term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Hi I am new in your channel. I like very much your videos. 😁
I love travel and I have been planning trips for my family and friends. I love planning travel for others and I would like to become a professional.
I’m new here! 🙋🏾♀️ I am a women’s weekend travel club founder/organizer! I’m becoming a travel agent after increased group membership AND consistent interest in having access to a travel agent. Thank you for the very informative videos! ❤️
Are you now a travel agent
Nice hint
I’m new here and interested in finding a purpose for my life at this point where I’m lost. I’ve liked this since 1980’s and I tried it back then and started a course but went another route with another career path.
I’m just considering it to learn how to set up travel even for myself. I also wanted to know enough to maybe work remotely as an exec asst. to work from home as I am my late t’s caregiver. Idk if this is a route I should take. I love finding deals as well and helping people so if I can turn it I to a business…then why not! I hadn’t thought of that until watching your video. 🎉
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Hey Cyndi, I am new
Glad to meet you 😊
Hey Cyndi! I’m new, and interested in becoming a travel agent. I have loved travel since childhood, most of my fondest memories are of my various travels, and I want to help others expand their horizons in life through travel experience. I have traveled through most of the US, and started traveling outside of the country two years ago, living in Mexico for 6 months, then traveling to Brasil for 6 weeks last year. This year I already have my ticket for Thailand for two months there. To make a good living helping others experience new things, make great memories, and expand their world view while Mai ring the ability to continue in my travels sounds like a wonderful path for me at this point in life. Thank you for your videos and introducing newcomers to this industry
Hi! We would love to chat with you to learn more about your long-term business goals and answer any questions that you have so that we can best match you with the right setup.
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started:
www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team:
www.careersonvacation.com/readynow
Looking forward to learning about you and your business needs.
Do your program provides an iatan number?
Live life and be financially free
New to the industry in Jan 2020
I’m new hoping to learn to much from to get my travel business going
Hi Cyndi, I am new here. My "why" is I love travelling and Will like to become a travel agent to help others on issues of travel.
Hi Cyndi! I’m new. Not sure if you may have covered this or not, but I think one of the confusing things is about CLIA and IATAN. whether is is needed when you are beginning. Some articles I’ve read says it’s a must, others say you don’t have to. That’s kind of where I’m at, at the moment. Love your videos!!!!
Hi Chad! You do not need a CLIA or IATAN number if you are working under a host agency as they would provide one for you. If you are looking to start your own agency, yes you would need CLIA or IATAN to book travel so you can receive commission. I hope this helps!
If you haven't already, you can take our free masterclass to get started - www.careersonvacation.com/masterclass.
From there we would encourage you to apply for a discovery call with our team - www.careersonvacation.com/readynow.
Hi, I am new here. My why is being a travel agent will tie in with my current business.