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28/07/2024

❤️Whether marking the day with small tokens of appreciation or grand celebrations, Parent's Day is a wonderful time to reflect on the positive impact parents have on their families and to celebrate the love that binds them together.❤️

25/07/2024

Yes, I said we! Just pack me in your suitcase and take me with. I will figure out my plans when I get to where WE are going.

12/07/2024

Jamaica FAM Trip food was incredible!!

Check out TAToolkit’s post.

04/07/2024

❤️ Happy Independence Day! 🤍 💙

25/05/2024

“The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” -G.K. Chesterton.

13/05/2024

Happy Monday!!

12/05/2024

Hope your day is as spectacular as YOU are! Happy Mother's Day!!

09/05/2024

Travel RoundTable
The introduction of new airfare refund regulations has been aimed at clarifying and standardizing policies across the airline industry. One of the primary concerns with the new regulations is their focus on providing refunds or rebookings primarily in the case of significant delays, cancellations, and itinerary changes initiated by the airline. Here’s how some aspects of these regulations may not entirely benefit consumers:
Limited Scenarios for Eligibility: The rules often stipulate that refunds are issued only under specific conditions such as flight cancellations or excessive delays caused by the airline. This means situations attributable to external factors like weather or geopolitical issues might not qualify for a refund, leaving passengers with fewer options.
Voucher vs. Cash Refunds: In many cases, airlines may offer travel vouchers or credits as compensation instead of cash refunds. While vouchers can still be valuable, they usually come with expiration dates and restrictions on usage. This limitation may not be ideal for all travelers, particularly those who do not plan to travel again soon or face financial constraints that a cash refund could alleviate.
Processing Delays and Bureaucracy: Even when refunds are approved, the process can be lengthy and cumbersome. The delay in receiving refunds can disrupt financial planning for many travelers.
Lack of Awareness and Transparency: Sometimes, the customers are not fully aware of the terms and conditions attached to their tickets regarding refunds. The fine print may include clauses that make it challenging to obtain a refund, or the airline policies might not be communicated transparently at the point of purchase.
Economic and Administrative Burden: The administrative burden of claiming refunds can also be a hassle deterring customers from pursuing refunds altogether.

01/05/2024

We celebrate YOU!

30/04/2024

Trivia Tuesdays Are Back!

26/04/2024

Where fewer steps and less time lead to greater getaways!

24/04/2024

We are seeing an increase for resort research for Solo Travelers lately at TAToolkit. What is your #1 recommendation for your solo adventurers?

Here are our top 5 tips:
🏡 To Stay Connected: Even when they’re out there finding themselves in the sprawling streets of a new city, keep a digital breadcrumb trail. Share itineraries with a loved one, and don’t forget to check in regularly. Apps like Find My Friends or WhatsApp are perfect for staying connected.

🤝 Make New Friends But Always Trust Their Gut: Hostels, meetups, and local tours are fantastic ways to mingle. To trust their intuition—connecting with fellow travelers and locals can turn a solo trip into a shared adventure, but safety always comes first.

🗺 Plan, but Leave Room for Magic: Having a plan is great, but sometimes the best adventures are found in the unplanned. Encourage them to get lost in a local market, take a different path back to their lodging, or sit in a café and watch the world go by. Let the magic of spontaneity guide the adventure!

💼 Pack Smart, Travel Light: The art of solo travel is moving freely. Recommend packing essentials and leaving the room for memories.

🌱 Embrace The Local Cultures: Suggest diving deep into the places they want to visit by learning a few phrases in the local language, tasting traditional dishes, and respecting customs. It’s not just about the places they go, but the experiences and connections they make.

Bonus Tip: 📷 Capture moments! A picture’s worth a thousand words, but the feeling of watching a sunset from a mountain they just climbed? Priceless.

22/04/2024

We’d love to hear from you! 🗣💬 Share how you’re making your travels more sustainable for your favorite eco-friendly destination to book for clients. Let’s inspire each other with stories of responsible exploration. 📸🌎

19/04/2024

“We’re there for one night!” When do you encourage your travelers to overpack?

18/04/2024

We apologize, it appears we are having issues currently with signing up new accounts. I believe this is related to a Constant Contact problem we fixed this morning, and my developer has been notified. If you are trying to sign up for an account, please send a PM with your email address to Debby Brown Corwin and she will get you taken care of! We expect the issue to be corrected very soon.

16/04/2024

Challenge Accepted!! At least you’re saving TIME and ENERGY putting those trips together at TAToolkit!

10/04/2024

Live wheel spin for the Las Vegas TA Forum prizes and the Q1 resort reviews prize

10/04/2024

TAToolkit Q&A session is on Wednesday, 4/17 at 3pm Central.

Come join us on Zoom and bring your questions at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdeitrD8jHtXuRLJOyvneo03NBBRMtiJ3

08/04/2024

5th addition to meme:

TAToolKit Books Trips

07/04/2024

Duration of totality for tomorrow’s eclipse will be up to 4 minutes and 27 seconds. This is DOUBLE the eclipse time in 2017 and DOUBLE the resort research time at TAToolkit. Happy eclipse chasing my fellow Umbraphiles!

06/04/2024

Nothing gets the heart pumping, like being late for a flight. Who do you have as the ultimate winner of the Final Four?

06/04/2024

Anyone else giving Mr. Groundhog bombastic side eye? Hot and cold weather is giving me whiplash. I wish I was ten toes deep in the sand! Missing Riviera Maya so much. Where would you rather be right now? Show those pics

31/03/2024

Happy Easter from all of us at TAToolkit. May your basket’s eggs be filled with happiness, peace and love!

21/03/2024

Who else knew about this GEM? Just in time for all the flights going to Las Vegas!

14/03/2024

Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum 2024 starts in 10 days!! 10 DAYS! It’s the Final Countdown! Are you going? I am thrilled to share TAToolkit will be there, at booth 428. Come say hi! We cannot wait to see what the travel brands are showcasing this year. Also, very excited to network and discover what is on the horizon, coming from the industry experts. Plus, there will be over 350 domestic and international suppliers on the exhibit floor. However, do not fret, what happens in Vegas, does NOT stay in Vegas because we are sharing all the learned treasures with you!

24/02/2024

If any of you have done something innovative with your agency or have started a business that serves the TA community, I encourage you to apply for the ASTA Entrepreneur of the Year. Winning in 2022 was not only beneficial because of the exposure for TAToolkit and the prize money, it was a great growth experience for me! Plus I got to meet so many wonderful people and made new friends at the conference!!

Travel advisors and organizations have until March 29 to apply to win the award and the $10,000 cash prize.

31/01/2024

It's about time for resort research to take minutes instead of hours

It's about time you have more time for a personal life

It's about time you have a search tool for the 21st century

It's about time you try TAToolkit!

FREE 7-Day Trial at www.TAToolkit.com

Winner of the 2022 ASTA Entrepreneur of the Year Award!

Match your clients to the perfect resort in less than 10 minutes. Time saved to serve just one additional client results in average 20x return on your investment.

04/12/2023

A quick video about who we are and why!

www.TAToolkit.com

01/12/2023

One month. One month for travel agents to enter their resort reviews into TAToolkit and qualify for not only the $50 Amazon gift card quarterly drawing, but also the $100 annual drawing!

If you've visited a resort this year - stayed, fam, site visit, etc. - share your review in TAToolkit and get one entry for each resort reviewed! And the best news? Reviews are always available to view with the FREE Level 1 membership! And you don't have to remember which Facebook group you read a review in - they're easy to find in TAToolkit!

SHARE YOUR REVIEW TODAY at www.TAToolkit.com!