For those wondering if travel is still a business that is profitable, I can say that travel is definitely picking up. We have seen a big increase in our sales and people seem to be traveling more than they have been the last year or so.
What does that mean to you as a homebased travel agent? It means there are more and more people out there who are looking for a professional to help them plan that trip. As a travel agent you will have the ability to look at the client's options. You won't be pushing one particular thing like many websites do.
Say someone wants to go to Disneyland. Now they might go to Disney's website and look for pricing. If you can help that same person, you will more than likely get them a better deal using another supplier. Sometimes Disney has specials that are the best pricing but many times you can put together a package using different suppliers to get your clients a better price.
People are busy. They want someone to help when they can. If it doesn't cost the client anything to use you and you can actually SAVE them money.. you will have a client for a lifetime. I know I love when I get to have the groomer give my dog a bath and I don't have to do it! A travel agent provides a service to those needing or wanting to travel.
Now is a great time to start that new business as a homebased travel agent!
Jennifer Dugan
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