Home Based Agent: Be prepared when winter strikes

 

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HOME BASED AGENT January 29, 2018     INSIGHT BY JAMIE BIESIADA Be prepared when winter strikes This winter has already seen its fair share of snow and frigid temperatures in many parts of the country. What's the best way to keep your clients happy even in the face of a storm and potential delays? READ MORE NEWS Facebook's tweak could force agents to up social media game A change to the algorithm governing Facebook's news feed could make agents change what they post into content that drives engagement. READ MORE Certification program helps agents plan autism-friendly vacations "If you haven't had a client with a child with autism yet, you're going to," said Nicole Thibault, owner of Magical Storybook Travels in Fairport, N.Y. READ MORE ARC outlines best practices for avoiding debit memos The best practices, which ARC said are the first in the industry, span 15 pages outlining the responsibilities of travel agencies, airlines and, in some cases, ARC itself. READ MORE Gaining leverage is key when dealing with failing host agency Q: My host agency appears to be in severe financial trouble. I want to transfer my existing bookings to a new host, keep my clients happy and recover the commissions due to me. What can I do? READ MORE Is 'Murray' really the endgame? The challenge for travel agents is to be better than the tech that's just around the corner. READ MORE Advertisement SELLING GUIDED VACATIONS Guided vacations bring travelers deep into heart of a destination while taking care of all the logistics, providing a win-win for both clients and savvy travel agents. In this first in a series of thought leaderships from The Travel Corporation, discover selling points, customer responses and marketing tips for selling guided vacations that deliver unique experiences, healthy commissions, ease of planning and repeat business. Sponsored by The Travel Corporation.  Read More Advertisement FEATURED FAM Croatia tour, from $1,979 Olive Tree Escapes offers a 10-night, agents-only tour of Croatia departing April 18 spending two nights each in Zagreb, Mali Losinj, Split, Hvar and Dubrovnik. VIEW MORE FAMS MORE FROM TRAVEL WEEKLY Checking In: On family travels, the kids are alright By Danny King Staying in luxe hotels with our kids inspired a family motto: "Don't get used to it." READ MORE HOME BASED AGENT Editor: Jamie Biesiada Email the editor Follow us on: Subscribe to Travel Weekly eNewsletters For promotional opportunities in this newsletter, contact sales@travelweekly.com 100 Lighting Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094   201-902-2000 Privacy Policy You can unsubscribe if you wish to stop receiving the TW Home Based Agent newsletter.