homebased travel agents

Any suggestions on how to become a homebased travel agent. I've been searching the web but I don't know if what I've found are scams...I've seen some "pyramid" schemes but I'm looking for a legit "work from home" program. I've been reading that some offer training....I am not a certified agent, but would like to become one. Do I use a host agency?

Yes you should find yourself a proper host. Check on Asta.org, from my understanding Nexion is good as is outside agents. Avoid the MLM companies which push recruiting rather than travel.

camk in chicago, Illinois said: Any suggestions on how to become a homebased travel agent. I've been searching the web but I don't know if what I've found are scams...I've seen some "pyramid" schemes but I'm looking for a legit "work from home" program. I've been reading that some offer training....I am not a certified agent, but would like to become one. Do I use a host agency?

Try Coral Sands Travel in Florida as a host agent. I've been working with him for about 2 years now and he's great (Peter Stilphen, owner). Good luck!

If you want to become a "certified travel agent" I recommend doing it through a legitimate travel company. I've done my research and I know which ones are legit and which ones aren't. If you'd like you can email me and I will help you in deciding. Travelmuch@live.com

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Steve Hara said: My name is Steve Hara. I am the owner of Hara Group Travel, a host agency. I am looking for people who are interested in the travel business and want to work from home. I will work with you and can provide numeropus leads to get you started. Please call me at email me at haragroup@aol.com with your name and number.
Steve

Mr. Hara: I am very interested in this position. I am looking for a PT job. I speak three languages: Spanish, English and Portuguese. I have a very good experience as a travel consultant, but above all, I like it and I have passion for this job. If you still need someone, I am more than glad to be part of your organization. Pls contact me at cfiguerolab@gmail.com.

Thanks so much.

Consuelo Figuerola

Hi Consuelo,
Did you find a Home based Job? I am looking for a home based job too!
I worked as a travel agent for 10 years.
Please let me know.
Have a nice day!
Elizabeth

Thanks a lot. Regards from Lima, Peru

want to become a home based travel agent are one line courses ok.

Ok. Let me know about this. Thanks a lot. Florencia

I am a disabled wife and mom looking to find a home based position in the travel business. I have always been intrigued with traveling and love helping people. I am not interested in any pyramid schemes and would welcome any help or suggestions you can give to help me break into the business. Thank you in advance for helping me pursue my dream and regain my independence.

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*Become a niche specialist

Hi Randy
Can you please give me more info? I've been in the tourism industry for about 15 years. I live in South Florida. I would love a home based travel agent job. Specially I'm always online.
Thank You
Sharon Bodden

Hi Steve
If you just send me your email address so I can email you directly. I wouldn't want to put my number on here.
Thank You
Sharon Bodden

Hi, I am trying to find a company that is willing to hire a home based Corporate/International agenet. I have 15 years experience on Sabre and 4 years on Apollo.
My experience started with booking travel for the entertainment industry, then on to larger corporate accounts acting as a VIP agent, then last worked booking travel for the Federal Government. Should anyone have any leads they could pass along that would be great!
Thank you,
Cheryl Soeer

Hi, It is very hard to find a travel agent home based job unless you have over 5 years experience. If you want to be a travel agent it's best to go to a travel school. It only teaches you the basics, and you learn more over the years as your work as an agent. Good luck on finding a home based job, I have over 15 years as a travel agent,and I was able to get two jobs being able to work from home. It's great to not have to deal with the politics of the office and to be able to roll out of bed and get on the phones. But if you don't have the schooling in to be a travel agent you might look at American Express. They will take new comers to the travel industry but working from home is hard to get if you can get in with American Express it is a call center and before your on the floor there is a training class you have to go through.
Good luck with finding the perfect job. Should you have any other questions I can answer for you please let me know.

Cheryl Speer

Thank you for your comments. Yes, government rates do not pay commission. I am looking for a job with a company that I can work from home, not to work as an agent on my own.

Thank you,
Cheryl Speer

Hi,

I know a company in Cusco Peru that might be interested in home base Travel Agent.
It will be better if you were in Cusco but I am sure that they will arrange something, I know they are looking for a native English speaker.

There web is: www.totallyperu.com

Cheers

Bret (Located in Arequipa)

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