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Alternative Travel Services

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10177 Lauren Court

7202160721

Host Agency Information

In Business Since

2016

Average Yearly Sales Volume

$1 – $4 Million

Number of Independent Agents

1-9

Program for New Agent Training

yes

Education Programs for Agents

yes

Are Leads Offered for Agents?

yes

Do You Offer an Accounting System for Agents?

yes

Do You Offer a CRM Program for Agents?

yes

Is Air Ticketing Available for Agents?

yes

Is a GDS Offered for Agents?

no

Is a Website Building Tool or Website Available for Agents?

yes

Are Marketing Tools and Assets Available for Agents?

yes

Is Booking Technology Available for Agents?

yes

Consortia Membership(s)

Travel Leaders Network

Association Membership(s)

ASTA, CLIA, IATA

Is Hosting Available for International Agents (Outside of the United States)?

Program Information and Media

Are you looking for a no nonsense small host that won’t nickel and dime you to death, give you a fair commission split with great benefits such as a free cruise booking tool, CRM with integration from major suppliers, free air, hotel and car booking tool competitive commissions, free social media tools, free agency newsletter and a public profile to get more leads? Are you tired of host agencies that nickle and dime you while you are trying to start your business or for every service they want to offer you? Have you paid your fee and now there is no one to talk to? Do you wish you had more people to speak with to share ideas and collaborate with? Welcome to Alternative Travel Services. We are a small host agency run by former Sandals BDM and top producer for DestinationWeddings.com, Lars Federhar and former ASTA President and BDM for ALG Vacations and Director of Sales Insight Vacations, Chris Russo. We offer personalized service and a wealth of experience from the agency side and the supplier side. Lars is recognized as one of the top destination wedding planners in the industry with a strong focus on the all-inclusive market. Chris has been in the industry over 30 years and has mentored many agents to great success and leaders in the industry today. We are also real people that believe in working together to achieve mutual success. With one on one mentoring and team meetings we want to give you the best host experience out there.

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Travel Advisor Reviews

3 reviews
Christine Earls
★★★★★ 5/5

I've been with Alternative Travel Services for over two years, and it’s been one of the best decisions I've made in my career. The owners bring over 60 years of combined experience from working with some of the biggest names in the travel industry, and they’ve poured that passion and...

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Eric Rudolph
★★★★★ 5/5

I gave been working with this agency since it started years ago and have been completely happy with the support that I have received. I would highly recommend them for anyone considering working with a host agency.. The personal knowledge and experience they offer within the agency, of the hospitality...

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Karen McNeal
★★★★★ 5/5

I can't express enough how grateful I am for the outstanding support and guidance I received from Alternative Travel Services.  From day one, they have gone above and beyond to help me navigate some of the complexities of the travel industry.  Their insights, professionalism, and hands-on approach have been invaluable to...

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