Where Algorithms End, Expertise Begins: The Enduring Value of the Travel Advisor in AI Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS The AI community calls 2025 “The Agentic Year” and it appears to be true. AI agents are infiltrating the travel industry and offering high quality itinerary planning, hotel, … Continue reading “How Travel Agents Can Stay Relevant in the Age of AI “
Providing Exceptional Customer Service as a Home-Based Travel Agent Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS In today’s highly competitive travel industry, customer service has become a key differentiator for businesses of all sizes. For home-based travel agencies, offering excellent customer service is not just a luxury; it’s essential … Continue reading ““The Art of Service” How Home-Based Travel Agencies Outshine the Competition”
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Harnessing AI Tools to Create Stunning eBooks That Elevate Your Travel Business Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS Everyone knows that AI is all the rage in business. However, using it is somewhat of a challenge. AI has really made digital publishing something every travel agent should explore. eBooks … Continue reading “AI eBook Platforms: Because Typing Is So Last Century (Part One)”
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Designing Travel eBooks That Inspire: Tools and Tips for Stunning Digital Publishing Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS Now that you have created your eBook content it is time to create your eBook. Following is a discussion about the best tools to use to create beautiful and compelling … Continue reading “Taming the Ebook Beast: Tips for Transforming Your Book into Digital Bliss (Part Two)”
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From Satellite Communications to Artificial Intelligence Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS The History of Travel Industry Disrupters During my almost 60 years in the travel industry, there have been several events that changed the travel industry in ways where some travel agents grew their business while other … Continue reading “AI and Travel Advisors – A Must Read”
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Social Media Marketing for Travel Agencies: Strategies for Success Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner HomeBasedTravelAgent.com Social media has become an essential tool for businesses across industries, and the travel industry is no exception. For travel agencies, social media offers a unique opportunity to connect with potential clients, showcase amazing niches, and build … Continue reading “The Ultimate Guide to Marketing Your Travel Agency on Social Media”
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Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the global landscape in many ways, with the travel industry being one of the most profoundly affected sectors. As the world gradually recovers and adapts to a post-pandemic environment, home-based travel agents face a unique set of challenges and … Continue reading “Navigating Change: Tips for Home-Based Travel Agents”
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