14/06/2021
Now that we are entering the post-pandemic, you have likely heard from family and friends that are excited to travel again. In fact, we are seeing interest in greater numbers than before the pandemic. Therefore, we need help serving travelers.
Part-Time or Full-Time. Remote position.
We are searching for an outgoing individual to join our team as a Travel Agent! As a Travel Agent, you are responsible for booking exceptional trips for corporate and leisure clients in various destinations all around the world! This opportunity is great for anyone who absolutely loves to travel and help others with planning these amazing packages. Travel Agents handle the entire research and booking process for clients, including but not limited to airline, hotel accommodations, car rentals, and event/ticket sales. We recommend anyone with an outgoing personality, who loves to travel, to apply today!
Roles & Responsibilities
Research, Prepare, and Execute exceptional itineraries for clients
Review individuals needs and wants for travel, to ensure you can cater a trip specially designed to meet their needs
Complete ongoing training to earn and maintain certification to book travel
Attend ongoing webinars with vendors and suppliers, to become specialized with specific destinations
Become an ambassador for the brand
Work along side of other team members
Provide suggested budgets for clients
Review budgets, and plan trips according to clients budget constraints
Create promotional materials to utilize
Stay up to date on changes within the tourism industry
Monitor restrictions on travel that come and go
Book travel needs (airline, car rental, hotel accommodations, cruise, ticket/event sales, etc…)
Effectively communicate with clients pre/post travel
Promptly respond to all travel inquires
Effectively manage your time when researching trips and communicating with clients
Handle issues that may arise during the bookings and/or travel for clients
Maintain up to date information within our software
Network with tour operators regarding packages that you can possibly offer to clients
Participate in FAM trips when possible
Requirements
Must be at least 18+ years of age, and be authorized to work within the US.
Must be able to effectively communicate with clients (strong sales background a plus)
Must have a smartphone with internet access, laptop recommend but not required
Personal travel experience is a huge plus, however not required
Previous experience in customer service or hospitality also a plus, but not required