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We’ve got two listening delights for you on this channel, folks! 😲 Season 1 is Travel Agent Chatter (TAC), a spotlight interview of a wide variety of travel advisors that we publish every quarter. Season 2 is our shorter, but more frequent Friday 15 series, where every Friday we answer your travel industry questions for — you guessed it — 15 minutes! Travel Agent Chatter -- a Host Agency Reviews ... more

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Recent Guests

Andrea Wright
VP of luxury sales and partnerships at Outside Agents (Opulence)
Outside Agents / Opulence
Episode: Luxury Market? Use of AI? Need Inspiration!
Samantha Hammond
Co-host/educator discussing hosting, training, and mentorship
Host Agency Reviews
Episode: Tech Investment? 7-Day Setup Enough? Taking the Leap to FT?
Katy Rocket
Regional Director of Explore Worldwide, North America
Explore Worldwide
Episode: Tour Operator vs DMC? What is Adventure Travel?
Jennifer Dugan
Founder of Dugan's Travels
Dugan's Travels
Episode: Quoting? Incentives? Host Agencies?
Stephanie Pickles
Representative of Pickles Travel Network
Pickles Travel Network
Episode: GDS vs. Other Air Booking Tech? Booking Air for Clients? How to Get Clients to Respond Back to Supplier Options?
Lindsay Taylor
Travel advisor joining from a cruise ship in Alaska
Travel Leaders 365
Episode: Starting Out as An Advisor – in Canada! Tips for Starting a Host Agency? How to Join a Preferred-Agency Program?
Carolyn Orf
Representative from KHM Travel Group
KHM Travel Group
Episode: HAs Welcoming Partner Travel Advisors? Best CRMs To Track Payments? Trademark Pitfalls With Agency Names?
Veranda Adkins
Owner of Travel Legacy and experienced travel advisor
Episode: Come with Me Groups. $1.5M niche w/a work-life balance. Lessons from FB hack. Meet Veranda.
Jenn Lee
Travel advisor and founder of Vacation Planners, previously part of Travel Planners International.
Vacation Planners
Episode: Importance of HA with leads? Providing private info to an HA? Write-offs for cruises?

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Steph Lee
Founder of Host Agency Reviews, a platform providing critical insights for the travel industry, dedicated to helping travel agents enhance their businesses.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Your Friday Lunchtime Wisdom—Every Week!

    I look forward to Friday like clockwork—not only for the coffee, but because Travel Agent Chatter packs 15 minutes of pure industry gold into my lunch break. Steph Lee tackles the questions I didn’t even know I had. This podcast’s bite-size, actionable advice is delivered with warmth and wisdom, and feels like a mini-mentor session every week. Five stars doesn’t even feel like enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ARAY224
    United Statesa year ago
  • Valuable information and advice

    Thank you for these Friday Q&As! I’ve been an agent for two years and my old travel agent actually has allowed me to be under their wing and learn at my part time pace. The downfall is I don’t get a ton of training in the industry unless I’m booking something new so terms and business know how’s came slowly. I found your website and podcast so valuable for my growth and I’m just wanting to say thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bladesblah
    United States3 years ago
  • Wow!!

    I love your podcast. I started listening to it a few weeks ago.

    I love the different topics and success stories that are covered. I love the ideas that I’m hearing. It gives me new things to consider and try out.

    Maybe I’m not there yet ( currently on episode 11) , but ……I would love to hear how travel agents deal with visas? Is that something they handle ? Or something they allow the clients to do on their own ?Do they charge a fee for this? 🤔

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Piolin@88
    United States3 years ago
  • A necessary topic. very informative! Thank you for sharing! I totally reccommend. quick listening!

    Audible
    5
    Thomasa Bradley
    United States4 years ago
  • Great episode!

    A necessary topic. very informative! Thank you for sharing! I totally reccommend. quick listening!

    Audible
    5
    Thomasa Bradley
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge shared by guests and the host, expressing that it provides invaluable insights for both new and experienced travel professionals.
The episodes' practical tips and industry-specific advice are frequently highlighted as useful for growing their businesses.
Many listeners find inspiration and motivation within each episode, with some even noting that the content has significantly impacted their careers positively.

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Independent? CRMs? FIT?
Q: What is FIT, and how does someone specialize in it?
FIT stands for Foreign Independent Travel and represents customized, flexible travel where clients want more personalization than traditional escorted tours; advisors assemble itineraries with a mix of pre-planned elements and bespoke components, working with suppliers to deliver unique experiences while managing costs and potential planning fees.
Independent? CRMs? FIT?
Q: Do advisors typically manage their workflow with their host agency provided CRM program, or are there other project management platforms that are popular with advisors?
Bill explains that at KHM, the majority of advisors use the host's CRM for the core workflow and to get paid, but many also use third-party tools that fit their individual needs. The ability to customize how deeply they engage with the CRM varies by agent, but the host's CRM is generally the backbone due to integration, education, and support provided.
Quoting? Incentives? Host Agencies?
Q: How should I evaluate incentives and perks without getting overwhelmed?
Choose a core set of preferred suppliers, create organized folders to track current deals, and regularly prune outdated offers so you can quote accurately without clutter.
Quoting? Incentives? Host Agencies?
Q: What are the main things I should look for in a good host agency?
Look for alignment with your business needs, size preference (mega vs. smaller), the level of handholding or support, and how well their tech stack fits your workflow; also consider the contract and rights to switch if needed.
Find Clients? Luxury Clients? Habits?
Q: What are some habits or routines that your most successful advisors have that newer advisors could start today?
Be open to all types of production and relationships, avoid over-niching, and build strong, early relationships. Develop a hunter mindset to grow through existing client portfolios, practice tenacity, and learn from peers while leveraging the host agency for guidance on the right tools and approaches rather than trying to implement everything at once.

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Focusing on the travel industry, this channel features two distinct series: in-depth interviews with successful travel advisors and a weekly Q&A format. The spotlight interviews delve into the tactics and strategies used by experienced travel agents to enhance their business. Topics include operational challenges, marketing techniques, and professional growth. The shorter Friday 15 episodes provide concise answers to pressing questions from the audience, making it an excellent resource for both seasoned professionals and newcomers in the travel sector. This dual-format approach not only inspires listeners but also equips them with necessary insights and practical advice relevant to their careers in travel.

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1. Andrea Wright
2. Samantha Hammond
3. Katy Rocket
4. Jennifer Dugan
5. Stephanie Pickles
6. Lindsay Taylor
7. Carolyn Orf
8. Veranda Adkins

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