Category Archives: Articles

Revolutionizing Travel: How Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Empower Advisors and Travelers Alike   Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – FindaHostTravelAgency.com   In the ever-evolving world of travel technology, new gadgets are constantly emerging to enhance the way we explore the world. Among the latest innovations are Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, a groundbreaking fusion of ...

Empowering Travel Advisors: Cruise Planners Unveils Innovative Training for 2025 Contributed By: Cruise Planners   CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. (December 20, 2024) – Cruise Planners, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network, continues to set the gold standard for support, training, and resources in the travel industry. Cruise Planners offers a comprehensive suite of ...

Thriving in the AI Era: How Travel Agents Can Lead the Way   Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – FindaHostTravelAgency.com    I read a number of newsletters every day related to AI wave, but when I saw this article in the Superhuman newsletter (superhuman.ai) I thought of the opportunities it presents travel agents. This is from the December 14th, 2024 ...

From Pitch to Partnership: Turning Presentations into Client Commitments Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS Part Three In parts one and two we looked at how to structure a Winning Travel Presentations and delivery strategies. In part three we look at activities post-presentation that will make new clients out of people in the audience.   Handling ...

Mastering Visuals and Storytelling to Close the Sale   Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS Part Two In part one of this article, we discussed how to qualify your audience and build an effective presentation. Part two will continue about how to present perfect presentations.  Creating the Perfect Presentation Visual presentation is paramount. Your ...

Celebrating Innovation and Excellence: MAGgie™ Leads OutsideAgents.com to Triple Gold Magellan Wins   Contributed by: Outsideagents.com    OutsideAgents.com, America’s premier host travel agency, has earned recognition with 3 Gold Magellan Awards from Travel Weekly for innovation and excellence in the travel industry. These awards underscore their dedication to providing ...

The Perfect Pitch for Crafting Impactful travel Presentations That Drive Sales Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – FindaHostTravelAgency.com Part One In today’s competitive travel industry, the ability to craft and deliver compelling presentations can mean the difference between winning and losing valuable clients. Whether you’re pitching to corporate travel managers, ...

Harnessing Confidence and Support to Achieve Success   Written By: Jennifer Dugan, President – Dugan’s Travels   In business, it’s common to encounter people who question your abilities, whether intentionally or not. Phrases like “You aren’t capable of ___” or “You can do it, but you need MY help” can be disheartening. These comments are not just words; they plant seeds ...

Designing Travel eBooks That Inspire: Tools and Tips for Stunning Digital Publishing Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS Now that you have created your eBook content it is time to create your eBook. Following is a discussion about the best tools to use to create beautiful and compelling eBooks that will convert readers into clients. A well paginated and ...

  Mastering Marketing: Your Path to Travel Business Success Contributed By: Travel Edge     As a seasoned professional in the travel industry, you know the importance of standing out in an ever-evolving market. With Travel Edge’s Personalized Marketing Program, you can enhance your strategies and continue to grow your business with confidence. Here’s how to ...