Why Become a Travel Agent

With travel being an $8,000,000,000 (that's eight TRILLION dollars!) industry every year, and more and more people traveling, it is no wonder that so many people are looking to get into the travel industry for their own slice of this extremely lucrative pie!

There are various ways of learning the industry, from college-level courses to independent agent training from a reputable travel organization. Travel training never really ends though, regardless of where you do your original lessons. The travel industry is constantly changing, and most companies adjust themselves at one point or another, which means that you will need additional training about them. Conference calls, webinars, telephone trainings, even live person trainings. Companies use whatever modes are at their disposal!

One of the most exciting parts of becoming a travel agent is when you receive your official identification card. Your ID card can be used to get discounts, free admission, and trade show access. Of course, having your own business cards are also usually required for such benefits.

One of the most-used benefits of becoming a travel agent is the discounted rates you get at hotels. Granted, some may only be 10 or 15% off, but many hotels offer travel agent rates which are 67% off or maybe even more!

Another exciting benefit is that you can get complimentary or very-discounted admission to theme parks, potentially saving you another couple hundred dollars! You will have to act professionally, of course, and maybe will even have to take a formal tour of the grounds. This actually will help you sell the theme park to those who have never been there.

Also, why not after all, travel agents usually get discounted rates for car rentals and cruises! In fact, cruise lines often offer VIP rates if you book your cruise within ten days of the cruise. Such rates often include port fees and taxes, and no fees for the room and the food! Some cruise lines, though, are requiring travel agents to be part of certain organizations, perhaps with their own training and identification cards. Even if you do not yet have their specific documents, you still can get a reduced, without commission, rate on just about any cruise that you want.

FAM, or familiarization trips, are travel industry special vacations for agents to learn about specific areas and companies. Most of them require tours and include airfare, hotel, admission, and transfers, and last 3 days or so.

There are even more benefits of becoming a travel agent, but there is only limited room to tell!

So, what are you waiting for? Go to www.kingarthur.myttn.com today and start on your amazing journey to becoming a certified travel agent, and get ready to start receiving industry-only discounts! Check out the company's signature trips, members-only specials, travel club, and be sure to click on join to start receiving your benefits!