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Automating certain client communications can free up time for advisors without sacrificing a personal touch.

Opinion

Community Voices: Why Overwhelmed Advisors Should Embrace Automation

06.01.2025

Christina Vieira, Travel Advisor for Showcase the World Travel and Co-Founder of Magic Made Simple

Travel suppliers are showing their appreciation for advisors with prizes, incentives and booking bonuses.

Business Features

Celebrate Travel Advisor Appreciation Month With These Special Offers

05.30.2025

Kelly Rosenfeld

Kelly Rosenfeld

Finding the right training program is a critical step for new travel advisors.

Business Features

8 Great Training Programs for New Advisors

05.26.2025

Skye Mayring

Skye Mayring

With rising geopolitical tensions, unforeseen disruptions are becoming more frequent. Advisors play an important role in communicating the value of travel insurance.

Business Features

Why Travel Insurance Is More Important Than Ever

05.23.2025

Scarlett London

Consumers are increasingly booking travel recommended by social media influencers.

Business Features

How Much Are Social Media Influencers Impacting Travel Decisions?

05.22.2025

Mindy Poder

Travel agent certification can help set serious travel advisors apart from hobbyists.

Business Features

The Top 3 Travel Advisor Certification Programs

05.19.2025

Shane Nelson

Shane Nelson

ASTA is hoping that the Section 199A tax deduction becomes permanent.

Business Features

ASTA Backs Tax Provision That Would Benefit Travel Advisors

05.15.2025

TravelAge West

Expedia's new AI tool called Expedia Trip Matching is taking Instagram Reels and turning them into bookable itineraries.

Business Features

Travelers Will Soon Be Able to Book Trips Directly From Instagram Reels. How Does it Work and Do Creators Get Compensated?

05.14.2025

Mindy Poder

Travel professionals who completed the CTA program reported significant benefits, with 91% expressing pride in their certification.

Business Features

The Travel Institute Finds 81% of Advisors See Business Growth After Certification

05.14.2025

TravelAge West

Women are driving the uptick in solo trips.

Business Features

Solo Travel Is Thriving — Here's How Travel Advisors Can Tap Into This Lucrative Market

05.12.2025

Kelly Rosenfeld

Kelly Rosenfeld