How do travel agents make money if my clients never pay me anything extra? It’s a fair question, and it’s usually the first one people ask me. So let me answer it straight. The travel suppliers pay me, not my clients. When someone books a trip through me,...
The Moment I Decided (and the Fear I Won’t Pretend I Didn’t Feel) Can I tell you something no one tells you about starting a travel business in your 50s? Starting over does not feel brave while you are doing it. It feels terrifying. Late 2024. Thirty two...
If you’ve been thinking about how to become a travel advisor in 2026, this might be your moment. Whether you’re dreaming of a fresh start or craving freedom, flexibility, or a more meaningful career, now is the perfect time to turn your love of travel into a...
Are you ready to start your travel business but unsure how to find your travel niche? If so, you’re in the right place. Throughout this guide, I’ll show you how to choose a niche that fits your life. Then, I’ll help you build a business around what you love...
You can become a travel agent from home without a degree, without a background in the travel industry, and without quitting your job first. What you do need is the right training, a good host agency, and a realistic picture of what building this kind of business...
Becoming a travel advisor was never part of my plan. My story started years earlier, with a Disney trip and a love of planning I didn’t know would turn into a business. I spent 32 years in healthcare administration, starting in 1992. I always figured I’d...
