Host Agency, Franchise or Consortia?
Written By: Tom Ogg When looking for a host agency you will notice that they all may different a bit. Some have no upfront fees,…
The Benefits of Working with a Host Agency
Written By: Tom Ogg When a new agent is just starting out they are confronted by a good number of decisions to make while they…
How to Avoid Being Scammed…
Written By: Tom Ogg One of the biggest challenges for folks looking to get into the travel industry is sorting through the multitude of host…
Partners, With Benefits
Written By: Tom Ogg One of the ways that you will know you are on the wrong track to finding a quality host agency is…
How to Pick a Host Agency
Each host agency has their own unique value proposition. One may specialize in working with new agents, another may offer a franchise opportunity selling cruises…
Exactly What is a Host Agency?
Prior to the elimination of airline commissions, travel agents were associated with “appointed” travel agencies who maintained the appointments necessary to process accountable traffic documents…
8 Possible Signs of a Travel Scam
Joanie was working on a presentation and was looking for a YouTube video on the educational aspect of travel. While I didn’t find anything that…
Starting Your Travel Business
Written By: Tom Ogg Of course, the best way to get definitive information on starting your home based travel agency is to purchase the book…
Your Host Agency Contract
Written By: Tom Ogg One of the things necessary to be an independent contractor working through a host travel agency is a valid contract. In…