How to Become a Travel Agent Without Experience in 2026

The Best Host Agencies for New Travel Agents With No Experience in 2026

Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional NEWS

I hear this question all the time and the answer to it is a resounding YES! Many host agencies have formidable opportunities for brand new travel agents with absolutely no experience to immediately start selling travel.

Starting a business of any kind without experience is very challenging as you need to develop a concept, comply with legal issues, set up books, contact suppliers, develop a marketing strategy and so many other tasks. This is all very daunting for someone new to starting a business, especially a new travel business.

Rather than go into detail of how to do it, we decided to reach out to host agencies that love to work with brand new and inexperienced travel agents. They all offer turn-key opportunities and can catapult you into your own travel business overnight and with ease. Here are the best of the best.

Host Agencies That Help You Become a Travel Agent Without Experience in 2026

Travel Planners International

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a travel advisor but felt unsure because you don’t have experience, you’re not alone. The good news is that in 2026, there are more opportunities than ever to enter the travel industry with the right support, training, and community behind you.

Starting a travel business today is not about knowing everything on day one. It’s about having a passion for travel, a willingness to learn, and a strong support system to help guide you along the way. As our President and CMO, Jenn Lee, says, “Your job is to take people out of the home.” The memories and experiences you help create for others can be rewarding in so many ways.

At Travel Planners International, we work with advisors from all backgrounds and many who started with little to no experience. Through training programs, mentorship, supplier relationships, marketing tools, and an encouraging advisor community, TPI helps make the journey feel less overwhelming and more achievable. We truly have a team in place to help advisors build a successful business from all angles.

Ready to explore host agency opportunities and start your travel advisory career? Visit Travel Professional NEWS for resources, host agency guides, and everything you need to get started in 2026.