How Cruise Planners Bundles Marketing, Technology, and Support Presented By: Cruise Planners “For two years, I kept asking my previous host, ‘What are your plans for technology?’ The answer I kept getting was, ‘Get an assistant.’ I was already spending more than $400 a month on additional tools just to run my business. I … Continue reading “How To Modernize Your Travel Business Without the Burnout”
Travel Advisor Appreciation Month: Avoya Reflects & Grows Contributed By: Avoya Travel As Travel Advisor Appreciation Month comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the moments, milestones, and meaningful work that define this industry. For Independent Agencies in the Avoya Travel Network, this month was not just about recognition. It … Continue reading “A Look Back at Travel Advisor Appreciation Month: Celebrating the Impact Behind Every Journey”
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Why the Right Host Amplifies Your Brand Instead of Absorbing It Contributed By: Laura DeVeiga, Director of Agency Development + Service Delivery, WorldVia Travel Network Let’s address the fear nobody talks about out loud. When a travel advisor starts seriously researching host agencies, there’s a question that lives in the back of their mind, … Continue reading “You Don’t Have to Start Over: What Joining a Host Agency Actually Does to Your Brand”
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Tools Change. Suppliers Change. Relationships Still Win. Contributed By: Jennifer Dugan Recently, I attended a Travel Leaders Network event where I had the opportunity to spend time networking with suppliers and industry partners. Events like these serve as a gentle reminder that relationships still matter deeply in this business. In an industry filled … Continue reading “Sponsored – Why Relationships Still Drive Supplier Success”
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Spring Cleaning for Travel Advisors: Evaluate What’s Working, Eliminate What’s Not, and Refocus on Real Growth. Contributed By: Nexion Travel Group Nexion Travel Group advisors come together at the network’s annual coneXion conference — the kind of community that helps independent advisors grow. As we move into March, many of us feel that … Continue reading “Is Your Travel Business Growing or Just Busy? Spring Cleaning Tips for Travel Advisors”
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Yes, You Can Become a Travel Agent from Home. Here’s How. Contributed By: Travel Edge Becoming a travel agent from home is not only possible – it’s increasingly common. With today’s technology, global supplier access, and the support of a trusted host agency, travel advisors can build thriving businesses without a traditional office. … Continue reading “How to Become a Travel Agent from Home”
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Does It Still Make Sense For a New Travel Agent to Work With a Host Agency in 2026? Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS Let’s be honest. When the topic of host travel agencies comes up at industry cocktail parties — and yes, those still happen, though we now argue … Continue reading “Does It Still Make Sense For a New Travel Agent to Work With a Host Agency in 2026?”
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Yes, You Can Become a Travel Agent from Home. Here’s How. Contributed By: Travel Edge Becoming a travel agent from home is not only possible – it’s increasingly common. With today’s technology, global supplier access, and the support of a trusted host agency, travel advisors can build thriving businesses without a traditional office. … Continue reading “Sponsored – How to Become a Travel Agent from Home”
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OutsideAgents.com Welcomes Sharon Concepcion as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & Growth Jacksonville, FL, April 16, 2026 – OutsideAgents.com, America’s premier host agency, is excited to announce the hiring of travel industry professional Sharon Concepcion as Vice President Of Strategic Partnerships & Growth. With over 30 years in the travel industry, Concepcion joins OutsideAgents.com … Continue reading “OutsideAgents.com Names Sharon Concepcion Vice President Of Strategic Partnerships & Growth”
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Booking trips for friends and family is a great start. Building a real business is a different conversation entirely. Contributed By: OutsideAgents.com At some point, almost every travel advisor hits the same moment. The referrals are coming in. Clients are happy. You’ve figured out the basics: how to book, how to communicate, how … Continue reading “What Nobody Tells You When You’re Ready to Grow Your Travel Business”
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