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

• Lite
• 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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