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June 26, 2024
Top 10 Benefits of Using a Host AgencyBy Steph Lee
Is a host travel agency the right choice for me? What are the benefits of using a host agency? Find out what you need to know about host agencies & why use one.
June 26, 2024
Top 5 (Free) Travel Agency Marketing Tools for 2024By Mary Stein
Need professional marketing materials on a shoestring budget for your business? Here are HAR's top five travel agent marketing tools with FREE plans!
June 26, 2024
Host Agency Locator Map - NEW LOCATION!By Steph Lee
Find host agencies, franchises, & consortia at a glance with Host Agency Reviews' Host Locator Map!
June 21, 2024
What is an OTA (Online Travel Agency) in Travel?By Steph Lee
Learn more about what an OTA is, the role OTAs play in the travel ecosystem, how OTAs make money, and what OTAs' market share is for US travel bookings.
June 20, 2024
What Does FIT in Travel Mean? By Steph Lee
Have you heard the term FIT in travel? What does FIT mean? FIT stands for flexible independent travel and essentially means highly customized trips.
June 14, 2024
Travel Agents, Here’s How to Qualify Clients [+Tutorial & Real-Life Examples]By Mary Stein
Sometimes qualifying clients may sound better in your head. Don't miss our live tutorials & IRL examples that will make your qualifying convo pitch perfect.
June 14, 2024
Travel Agent FAM Trips: What They Are + How to Find ThemBy Steph Lee
FAM trips are the industry's gems. They help travel advisors experience the destination or product, which allows them to sell more. They're also heaps of fun!
June 14, 2024
3 Tips to Prepare You for a Leap of Faith Into Entrepreneurship By Gifted Travel Network
Entrepreneurship offers the promise of freedom to do what you want, when you want, how you want, etc.
June 12, 2024
What Is a Tour Operator?By Casey Hanisko
What is a tour operator? DMC? How can travel advisors work with suppliers to create great travel experiences for their clients? Casey Hanisko shares her take!
May 31, 2024
Maximize Your Earning Potential: Become a Travel Franchise Owner!By Dream Vacations
For travel professionals, franchising is the perfect combination of entrepreneurship and the resources of a large, powerful brand.
May 23, 2024
How Much Does a Travel Agent Make per Booking?By Steph Lee
Multiple factors come into play when it comes to how much a travel agent makes on each booking. Commission levels, suppliers, fees, splits, etc. Find out more!
May 21, 2024
What Is An IATA Number? (And How Do You Get It?) By Mary Stein
IATA numbers: What are they? How do you get one? How Much do they cost? We answer these questions and more!