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Positive news regarding the travel industry’s comeback continues to dominate headlines. We at Travel Weekly and TravelAge West are excited to share uplifting news and information that benefits you—the professional travel advisor.
With the global community seeking every opportunity to revel in life again, the momentum to secure the skilled services of travel advisors has reached an all-time high. Now is an ideal time for us to show our appreciation for all that you do for your clients. Delivering memorable experiences—be it a well-deserved vacation, destination wedding or experiential life event—is life-changing for them, and a testimony to your career expertise.
In that spirit, we admire our travel advisor partners for all that you do. Your professionalism raises consumer confidence, thus benefitting both your clients and your business’s bottom line. As your primary industry media partner, we aim to deliver the most informative content to help you do both.
The travel suppliers highlighted in this guide value the services you provide and are ready to partner with you by sharing details about their idyllic destinations, resort accommodations, luxury cruises and more.
The pendulum has swung back mightily in favor of exploring the world together. Onwards to a new, exciting and prolific travel year!
Senior Vice President | Group Publisher
Travel Weekly and TravelAge West
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Opens in a new window.PODCAST: Trade Secrets, Episode 9: How Can I Find My Travel Industry Mentor?
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Opens in a new window.The Trick to Selling Luxury Travel
Learn how the career rise of the “Millionaire’s Magician” embodies lessons for travel advisors seeking to position themselves as experts in selling luxury travel. From converting skeptics to tuning into the needs of customers, it’s a kind of magic that (almost) defies logic.
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Opens in a new window.We Need to Reach Clients Where They Live
This may be the perfect time for travel advisors to break free from the virtual world of client communications and bookings and reestablish in-person connections. How best to do this? By going where the clients live and offering in-person, in-home travel services. Here are some suggestions on getting started.
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Opens in a new window.There's Increased Interest in Becoming a Travel Agent, as the Number of New Advisors Rises
There is a new wave of people entering the travel industry, according to a recent survey by TravelAge West, part of the Need to Know research series. These new-to-the-profession recruits are helping to make up for the people who have left the industry during the past few years.
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Opens in a new window.PODCAST: How ASTA's Eben Peck Is Protecting Travel Advisors
In this episode of Humans of Travel, Eben Peck will share what it’s like on the Hill in Washington, D.C., where he works hand-in-hand with members of Congress to make sure the rights of travel advisors are top of mind for lawmakers.
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Opens in a new window.The Travel Forecast for 2023
Travel advisors have high expectations for 2023, according to new Need to Know research conducted by TravelAge West. Learn more about the marketplace optimism, business practices and top 2023 destinations.
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