Travel Professional NEWS - August 2018

As Summer settles in with the warm weather and longer days, I can only assume that many of your clients are out and enjoying the perfectly crafted trips that you have created for them. That said, it's a perfect time for you to reach out and request testimonials and recommendations from their perfect trips. A testimonial holds power and as we move forward in the heat of the sun, harness the opportunity and share your customers words with the world. The results of positive testimonials...
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As Summer settles in with the warm weather and longer days, I can only assume that many of your clients are out and enjoying the perfectly crafted trips that you have created for them. That said, it's a perfect time for you to reach out and request testimonials and recommendations from their perfect trips. A testimonial holds power and as we move forward in the heat of the sun, harness the opportunity and share your customers words with the world. The results of positive testimonials will only improve your business and acquisition of new clients as the year progresses.

In this August issue of Travel Professional NEWS, we head South to the amazing land of New Zealand. Join myself and Michelle Rosenberg for a great discussion, including great information about New Zealand's many resources available for Travel Professionals. We then are joined by Melissa Land of Dugan's Travels for a inspirational look into the "Family First" model held by this fantastic Host Travel Agency.

Do you have any "off the grid" travelers? We talk with Upscape regarding their Outpost camps in Chile and the unique comfort that these luxury camps can offer your clients. We are then joined by Jeff Rutledge of AIG Travel for an insightful look into the future of Travel Insurance and how it can be a tool for your business. This is just a glimpse of what this hot new issue holds so please enjoy all of the wonderful information inside these pages.

Thank you for being the best part of Travel Professional NEWS and we appreciate your time, comments and support.

Until next month, safe Travels to you and your clients!

In This Issue

Interview: New Zealand is Closer Than Ever BeforeInterview By: Andy Ogg, Editor and Marketing Director - Travel Professional NEWS
Interviewing: Michelle Rosenberg, Trade Manager of North America - Tourism New Zealand

Dugan's Travels - Travel with Our Family of Agents on Your Road to Success
Written By: Melissa Land MBA, ACC, Marketing Coordinator - Dugan's Travels

CruiseWorld - Expand Your Professional Knowledge at CruiseWorld
Written By: Mary Pat Sullivan, Content Director - Travel Weekly Events 

Taking Flight - The History on Air Consolidators
Written By: Stephanie Knight, Copywriter - Sky Bird Travel & Tours 

Simply Sales with Scott - Good is not Good Enough
Written By: Scott Koepf, Vice President of Strategic Development - Cruise Planners

Ultimate All Inclusive - NOW Resorts
Written By: Geoff Millar, Owner - Ultimate All Inclusive Travel

Selling River Cruises Using Facebook 
Written By: Tom Ogg

READY, SET, GROW - Live Video Speaks a Million Words: Three Creative Ways to Use Facebook Live In your Travel Marketing Mix
Written By: Cris De Souza, Vice President, Sales & Marketing - Nexion LLC

10 Ways To Maximize Your Time Invested on Social Media 
Written By: Andy Ogg, Editor and Marketing Director - Travel Professional NEWS

Justify Your Value: Learning Ideas from Other Industries
Written By: Jason Coleman, Business Development Manager and MentorU Coach, Uniglobe Travel Center

The Travel Insurer of the Future
Written By: Jeff Rutledge, CEO - AIG Travel

Selling Hawaii
Written By: Tom Ogg

Interview: Off the Grid Travel with Luxury and Comfort - Learn about Outpost
Interview By: Andy Ogg, Editor and Marketing Director - Travel Professional NEWS
Interviewing: Jessica Wolff, Head of Marketing - Upscape

How to Grow Your Customer Base with Client Testimonials 
Written By: Joanie Ogg, CTC, MCC

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