Travel Professional NEWS - September 2018

With 2018 nearing the end of it's cycle, it's a great time to focus some time looking at your next year. What will 2019 hold for your business and what goals are you looking to achieve as we make another trip around the sun? For our business, 2019 promises to be an exciting year as we continue to work on offering the absolute best resources for Travel Professionals. As I operate more and more of our business, my desire to travel increases and I am excited for our youngest child to get...
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With 2018 nearing the end of it's cycle, it's a great time to focus some time looking at your next year. What will 2019 hold for your business and what goals are you looking to achieve as we make another trip around the sun? For our business, 2019 promises to be an exciting year as we continue to work on offering the absolute best resources for Travel Professionals. As I operate more and more of our business, my desire to travel increases and I am excited for our youngest child to get a bit older so we can do that and show our kids the wonderful world that exists.

In this September issue of Travel Professional NEWS, we are joined by AmaWaterways for a fantastic look into their offerings and amazing service that continues to set the bar in River Cruising. We then get some impactful insight by Gifted Travel Network, breaking down the reality of working with a Host Agency and what that can mean for you, your business, and your income.

We also learn about the offerings from Passport Online and how their tools can not only increase your success in marketing your travel business but also how those tools can save you time, leaving more time to sell. Scott Koepf continues to share some of the best sales advice and we are joined by James Bovino for a fantastic article about the evolution of Travel Professionals and how you can adapt to the changing marketplace.

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

In This Issue:

Explore More of the World with AmaWaterways
Written By: Kristin Karst, Executive Vice President and Co-Owner - AmaWaterways

7 Ways to Make More Money in your Travel Business This Year
Written By: Gifted Travel Network

Learn from your Successful Peers at CruiseWorld
Written By: Mary Pat Sullivan, Content Director - Travel Weekly Events

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

Taking Flight - Debunking Misconceptions of Airline Consolidators
Written By: Brianna Kilroy, Copywriter - Sky Bird Travel & Tours

Simply Sales with Scott - The Seven...Eleven C's of Service and Sales
Written By: Scott Koepf, Vice President of Strategic Development - Cruise Planners

River Cruise Specialist Educational Programs
Written By: Tom Ogg

READY, SET, GROW - Free Travel Resources You Should Never Leave Home Without
Written By: Robbi Jumaa Hamida, Senior Vice President, Agency Operations - Nexion LLC

Facebook for Business - Is it Right for You?
Written By: Andy Ogg, Editor and Marketing Director - Travel Professional NEWS

Travel Agent 2.0 - How to Stand Out in Today's Travel Industry 
Written By: James N. Bovino, General Manager - Independent by Liberty Travel

Interview: Marketing Made Easy for Travel Professionals
Interview By: Andy Ogg, Editor and Marketing Director - Travel Professional NEWS
Interviewing: Marilyn Macallair, Vice President - Passport Online

Email Subject Line Best Practices
Written By: Tom Ogg

Making Business Networking Events Work For You!
Written By: Joanie Ogg, CTC, MCC

5 Steps to Market your Business on Facebook Effectively
Written By: Andy Ogg, Editor and Marketing Director - Travel Professional NEWS

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