Home Based Travel Agent News, August 15th, 2011

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An Interview with Scott Koepf
Vice President of Sales
Avoya Travel / American Express

By Joanie Ogg CTC, MCC


Scott Koepf

Joanie catches up with Scott to find out what is new with Avoya Travel for the rest of 2011 and 2012.

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An Open Letter From Bob Sullivan
Executive Vice President / Group Publisher
Travel Weekly

Bob shares the new developments taking place at the upcoming CruiseWorld2011 and HomeBasedAgentShow in Ft. Lauderdale this November.

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Registration is Open for Travel Weekly's CruiseWorld2011 at the special Community Rate of $25 off registration. Sign up now to assure your choices in ship inspections. It is going to be another great event with amazing presentations and events. We cannot wait to see you there.

Use the special promo code HBTA in designated box. That way you get a great rate but we will have a list of who is registered under our code when we plan any Community events at the show.

Go to www.CruiseWorld2011.com  and register today

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Feature Articles


Eben Schoeman

An Interview with Travel Professional Community Member Eben Schoeman By Tom Ogg:    Eben operates a successful African trekking and safari business that he and his wife started after climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro  Eben shares some of his expertise with other agents on how to succeed in the travel business in this "Must Read" article.

CRUISEWHIZ CRAIG OR HOW DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOU’RE GOING IF YOU DON’T KNOW WHERE YOU’VE BEEN? By Craig Satterfield, ECC:  This is a "must read" article for anyone looking to grow your business by a cruise expert that goes back 25 years.

Content, Content, Content By Tom Ogg:  Ever wonder why your website doesn't search well? Tom tells you exactly how to make sure search engines love your content. This is a "must read" article for everyone that wants to nurture organic traffic.

New General Articles of Interest to
Home Based Travel Agents

Have friends asking for discounts or to price match a quote?  Cory tells you how and why to handle the situation in this great article that will get you thinking.

The Continuing Travels of the Big Dog By: Joanie Ogg:  If you handle "pet friendly" travel on behalf of your clients you will want to read this informative article.

Floriade, Keukenhof and the Chelsea Flower Show 2012 By Paull Tickner:  Having visited the last Floriade in 2002, I can vouch for Paull's recommendation for putting a group together NOW! Read Paull's excellent advice and book some space now!

New Articles of Interest to
Home Based Cruise Agents

Bora Bora Society Islands -- French Polynesia Port Review By Nancy Norris:   Just back from cruising in the Pacific on the Paul Gauguin, Nancy shares how to visit Bora Bora on your own.

Moorea, Society Islands -- French Polynesia Port Review by Nancy Norris:   Ahhhh Moorea. Just back from her South Pacific cruise on the Paul Gauguin, Nancy shares how to enjoy the port of Moorea on your own. This review contains many pictures too.

Nawiliwili, Kauai Port Review By Tom Ogg:  If you think that your clients will have to spend hundreds to enjoy themselves on Kauai during their port call, think again. Tom Shares how to have a fabulous day without spending an arm and a leg.

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Customer robbed by TSA agent at Cancun airpot
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Getting sales leads and referrals - what is the secret to unlock this key to success?
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Facebook "Likes"...Can you help??? I am lost!!!!
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Norwegian Epic~ Have you been on board?
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Bret Michaels sues cruise ship company
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Pet Friendly Vacations
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Cancelled UA flight compensation

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Training
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Disney Travel Specialists

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IN THIS ISSUE

Avoya Travel Interview

An Open Letter From Travel Weekly's Bob Sullivan

Home Based Travel Agent Show & Conference and Cruiseworld 2011 Special Offer

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New Articles
  Feature Articles

  General Articles
 
Cruise Articles

Travel Professional
Community
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