Our award-winning “New to Industry” program is designed to empower you with all the knowledge, tools, tips, and tricks you will need to succeed - in a fun and supportive environment with fellow aspiring travel agents like yourself.
We offer three training programs
We recognize the uniqueness of everyone’s situation. Therefore, we provide three distinct learning programs to choose from, varying in financial investment, earning potential, learning opportunities, and services offered. The choice is yours!
| Programs |  Bronze |  Silver |  Gold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who this program is for | Learn with another business You’re exploring the travel industry, might have financial constraints and prefer joining an established agency with a mentor. | Start your own business You want to start your own travel business, operate on your terms with a higher commission split than Bronze, and benefit from a mentor from the support office. | Start with a team Start your own travel business with a team, work on your terms, and enjoy the highest starting commission split among our training programs with a mentor from our support office. |
| Costs | Most Cost Effective | Best Value | Best Value for up to three people |
| Contract Duration | 2 Years | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Learning | 30 hours of self-directed online learning.Learn more PLUS7- 9 hours of live instructor-led training on The Travel Agent Next Door platforms and software. | 30 hours of self-directed online learning.Learn more PLUSA full week in depth instructor-led live learning in a virtual classroom of maximum 8.New Agent Training program PLUS7- 9 hours of live instructor-led training on The Travel Agent Next Door platforms and software. | 30 hours of self-directed online learning.Learn more PLUSA full week in depth instructor-led live learning in a virtual classroom of maximum 8.New Agent Training program PLUS7- 9 hours of live instructor-led training on The Travel Agent Next Door platforms and software. |
| Business Model | Join an existing agency as an Associate Agent | Primary Agent | Primary Agent/ Agency |
| Branding | Operate under your primary agent’s brand | Choose your own brand | Choose your own brand |
| Consumer facing website & marketing pieces | _ | Yes | Yes Higher number of email campaigns and magazines sent to your clients (compared to Silver) |
| Mentorship | Your Primary Agent | Dedicated contact at The Travel Agent Next Door | Dedicated contact at The Travel Agent Next Door |
| Team Members | _ | _ | Training included for two additional team members |
| Commission Split | 50% of your primary agents’ commission split | 65%-85% on sold suppliers | 75% – 95% on sold suppliers |
Full program overview of Bronze, Silver, and Gold Click here.
To find the best fit for your personal situation, reach out for a no-obligation conversation.
What you can expect during the full week live instructor-led learning?
40 hours of live instructor-led training
Small Virtual classroom setting of maximum 8 participants
Learn alongside other fellow aspiring travel agents
Dedicated quarterback to address all your questions.
Courses cover Booking Process, Supplier Training, Prospecting, Marketing and MORE™
Apply your knowledge through Case Studies and examples
Work with continually updated professional textbooks
Your own consumer facing website will launch during the training
And because the “real work” only begins after completing the training, we have a robust program in place to support you every step of the way. From post-training learning modules, regular check in calls, directing you to the right resources or scheduling one-on-ones with departments: we want you to succeed!
Check out all the services we offer once you have completed your training.Click here.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Let’s take one step at a time, together!