Advantages in Being A Travel Agent?

Question

Hi,I was just wondering if anyone could help me out and tell me the advantages of being a travel agent?Do you get special discounts from airlines, hotels etc,?How much commission do you make ,percentage wise, for every sale?If anyone has any examples or info they can give me it will be greatly appreciated!thank you :)

Answer 1

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Answer 2

The advantages are that many, if not most, hotels, car rental agencies, resorts, and cruise-lines will offer special deals to attract travel agents in the hopes that the agent will recommend them to their clients.  Sometimes, these deals can be in excess of 80% reduced prices or free upgrades, etc.

The commission is going to vary depending on what you are selling (i.e. cruises, hotels, rental cars).  Airlines no longer pay commissions so you'll make $3-$5 dollars for flights.  Assuming that you are working for someone else, you are only going to make a percentage of the gross.

I bought my own travel website a few months ago and I make 60% of the commission on everything that I sell.  You can learn more about the perks associated with being a travel agent by watching the presentations at http://www.flybymetravel.com (click on the pink buttons on the left)

Answer 3

My friend have a travl company in India, you can contact him for full detail.

His company website http://www.iconindiatours.com

best of luck