Thinking of becoming a travel advisor? This is the Trade Secrets episode for you, featuring the sound advice of Steph Lee, founder of Host Agency Reviews. During this episode, delve into the world of travel advising as a profession, including what to know about starting a business, what challenges you may face and more. Already established in the industry? We’ve got plenty for you to mull on, too, from using host- or consortium-provided marketing materials, advice on moving into a management role and more.
This episode is sponsored by ALG Vacations. 

Further resources:
Steph Lee’s Facebook, Instagram and email
Host Agency Reviews (HAR)
Friday 15 podcast
Travel Agent Chatter podcast
Questions to ask a host agency sheet
Host Week
Travel Jobs board
Hosted Travel Advisor Report 2023
Independent Travel Advisor Report 2023
Seven-day agency setup program

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Accelerator Course

Mentioned on this episode:

Travel Advisor Resource Center resources
ASTA’s roadmap to becoming a travel advisor
Lucia marketplace
The Professional Association of Travel Hosts
From TravelAge West: Travel advisors, here’s how to protect yourself from fraud


Need advice?
Call our hotline and leave a message: 201-902-2098
Email us: tradesecrets@travelweekly.com
 
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