Home Based Travel Agent News, February 15th, 2011

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An Interview With

Kelly Bergin
OASIS
Vice President

By Joanie Ogg CTC, MCC

Joanie gets an opportunity to interview Kelly on a conference call with some of the OASIS agents.

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By Chris Austin

Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to cash in while selling Starwood Hotels and Resorts in 2011.

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Feature Articles

Defining E-Marketing Lingo By Joanie Ogg CTC, MCC:   Joanie removes the mystery of E-Marketing nomenclature in this easy to understand article that defines the various terms used by E-Marketers.

Taking care of brand U… By Cory Andrichuk:   Cory explores the reality of establishing and maintaining your personal brand in this provocative article.

New General Articles of Interest to
Home Based Travel Agents

Selling Mexico By Tom Ogg:  If you have clients considering Mexico, but are worried about all of the crime they have heard about, this is a "must read" article. Please print this out and put it into your Mexico selling files.

Professionalism Reflects Who We Are By Jan Shaughnessy:    Jan takes a look at how professionals present themselves in this interesting take of professionalism.

New Articles of Interest to
Home Based Cruise Agents

The ABCs of Cruising with Children Part 2 By Nancy Norris:    Nancy lays out the details of each major cruise line's children's programs. This is a "Must Save" for your selling files, as it will make it quite easy for your clients to see the differences between cruise line's programs.

Customised Pre and Post Cruise Extensions in England By Paull Tickner:   If you have clients departing or terminating their cruise in England, Paull shares his vast knowledge of the U.K. on how to cash in on pre and post cruise extensions. You will want to save this article in your selling files.

Alaska Port Reviews By Tom Ogg:  As we head into the prime booking season for Alaska cruises, here are thorough On-Your-Own reviews for each Alaskan port that will save your clients hundreds of dollars and they will love you for sharing them.

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