EZguider will be formally launched in January after a pilot program in December with a select group of travel agents who will become advocates for the new platform.
"EZguider," said HomeBased-TravelAgents.com President, Paul Davis, "will be a first for the home based travel industry, providing home based travel agents with the ability to search and book preferred supplier products - including tour, cruise and insurance from a single, easy-to-use desktop tool."
According to Mr.Davis "EZguider will be the home based travel industry's leading search and booking tool. It will push the envelop in the home travel agent host industry, dramatically separating HomeBased-TravelAgents.com from its competitors in the eyes of home based travel agents."
"EZguider brings it all together in one solution, and that is the key to this tool," noted Mr. Davis, adding that agents using the tool will be able to search once to locate, price and compare a wide variety of products among all their preferred suppliers.
EZguider eliminates the chore of home based travel agents to search and book among multiple platforms and provides them with the same search and booking environment no matter which preferred supplier they are using.
EZguider provides comprehensive information on cruises, tours, insurance and other ancillary products and can be accessed by members via the AgentNet desktop portal. Agents can see side-by-side product comparisons, price quotes and quickly access exclusive specials.
The new platform's features include:
1. No software installation required.
2. Intuitive search.
3. Detailed vacation content from preferred suppliers, including tour, cruise and insurance, which can be combined via a shopping basket.
4. Client records and booking management and tracking.
"EZguider will be compatible with the other software now being used by our member agents" said Mr. Davis.
Learn How to Become A Travel Agent... Open your own Home Based Travel Agency
Friday
Diamond Giveaway!
Costa Cruises is pleased to announce that in celebration of our 60th anniversary, we are giving away diamonds; that's right, diamonds!
To qualify for a stunning six-stone diamond pendant set in white gold and made exclusively for Costa by Diamonds International, all you have to do is reserve and deposit a group on any of our 7-night Europe 2008 cruises. Only 10 cabins sailed qualifies you for this special gift!
A diamond necklace and up to 17% commission for you, and as much as 60% or more off brochure rates and additional early booking discounts for your clients! Now, that's amore!
Diamonds may be forever, but this promotion expires December 15, 2007.
For more information, Click Here
To qualify for a stunning six-stone diamond pendant set in white gold and made exclusively for Costa by Diamonds International, all you have to do is reserve and deposit a group on any of our 7-night Europe 2008 cruises. Only 10 cabins sailed qualifies you for this special gift!
A diamond necklace and up to 17% commission for you, and as much as 60% or more off brochure rates and additional early booking discounts for your clients! Now, that's amore!
Diamonds may be forever, but this promotion expires December 15, 2007.
For more information, Click Here
8 DAY FAM TO ITALY
From $1099* Air & Land (Companions Welcome)
This FAM Includes:
Roundtrip Non-Stop Air JFK To Rome on Alitalia.
All transfers throughout by group motorcoach.
1 night in Perugia at the Relais Dell'Olmo, including breakfast and dinner.
1 night in Gubbio at the Relais Ducale, including breakfast.
1 night in Arezzo at the Badia Di Pomaio, including breakfast and dinner.
1 night in Chiusi at the Villa Il Patriarca, including breakfast.
2 nights in Rome at the Quirinale Hotel, including breakfast.
Farewell Dinner in Rome.
Wine Tasting in Arezzo.
Rome City Tour.
Motorcoach available for excursions and hotel inspections in Tuscany & Umbria (to be determined by group majority).
Airline Fuel Surcharges.
Click Here for More Details.
This FAM Includes:
Roundtrip Non-Stop Air JFK To Rome on Alitalia.
All transfers throughout by group motorcoach.
1 night in Perugia at the Relais Dell'Olmo, including breakfast and dinner.
1 night in Gubbio at the Relais Ducale, including breakfast.
1 night in Arezzo at the Badia Di Pomaio, including breakfast and dinner.
1 night in Chiusi at the Villa Il Patriarca, including breakfast.
2 nights in Rome at the Quirinale Hotel, including breakfast.
Farewell Dinner in Rome.
Wine Tasting in Arezzo.
Rome City Tour.
Motorcoach available for excursions and hotel inspections in Tuscany & Umbria (to be determined by group majority).
Airline Fuel Surcharges.
Click Here for More Details.
Monday
Globus Agent Training Seminars
Join us for the following online training seminars brought to you by the Globus family of brands. The training sessions are free and will assist you in enhancing your knowledge on the Globus family of brands product and our various travel styles to help you sell with ease.
November Sessions
Globus Platinum:
Enhancing Your Sales & Your Clients Vacation Our newest travel style for 2008 Globus Platinum Vacations takes your clients travel experience to a whole new level. Learn about our collection of premium vacations to North America and Europe, and how you can enhance your sales and give your clients the luxurious vacation they've always wanted. November 30, 2007 at 11am and 4pm EST
Food & Wine, Religious Vacations and Family Vacations.
Niche travel is one of the fastest growing segments in the travel industry today, and the Globus family of brands is proud to offer your clients a variety of vacations from food and wine to faith-based and family oriented. Learn about each of these vacation styles and the full array of vacations that Globus offers.
December Sessions
Sales & Marketing SupportDecember 11, 2007 at 11am and 4pm EST Travel
Agent Portal:
Marketing Tips & IdeasThe Globus family of brands Travel Agent Portal is a one-stop-shop resource and an entryway into working with us online. In this session learn about the marketing and sales tools we have available and how to best use these tools in your everyday business. December 13, 2007 at 11am and 4pm EST
How to Sell & Market Groups
Putting together a compelling, all-inclusive group departure is key, and in this session we will explore just how to do this. How do you find a potential group? What type of marketing initiatives should you use? Which departures will earn you the most commission? You'll learn all you need to know on selling and marketing groups.
To register for one of these training seminars, visit www.globusfamilyofbrands.camp7.org or visit the Travel Agent Portal at www.globusfamilypartner.com and click on the "Online Training Seminars" link under the Agent Education section.
November Sessions
Globus Platinum:
Enhancing Your Sales & Your Clients Vacation Our newest travel style for 2008 Globus Platinum Vacations takes your clients travel experience to a whole new level. Learn about our collection of premium vacations to North America and Europe, and how you can enhance your sales and give your clients the luxurious vacation they've always wanted. November 30, 2007 at 11am and 4pm EST
Food & Wine, Religious Vacations and Family Vacations.
Niche travel is one of the fastest growing segments in the travel industry today, and the Globus family of brands is proud to offer your clients a variety of vacations from food and wine to faith-based and family oriented. Learn about each of these vacation styles and the full array of vacations that Globus offers.
December Sessions
Sales & Marketing SupportDecember 11, 2007 at 11am and 4pm EST Travel
Agent Portal:
Marketing Tips & IdeasThe Globus family of brands Travel Agent Portal is a one-stop-shop resource and an entryway into working with us online. In this session learn about the marketing and sales tools we have available and how to best use these tools in your everyday business. December 13, 2007 at 11am and 4pm EST
How to Sell & Market Groups
Putting together a compelling, all-inclusive group departure is key, and in this session we will explore just how to do this. How do you find a potential group? What type of marketing initiatives should you use? Which departures will earn you the most commission? You'll learn all you need to know on selling and marketing groups.
To register for one of these training seminars, visit www.globusfamilyofbrands.camp7.org or visit the Travel Agent Portal at www.globusfamilypartner.com and click on the "Online Training Seminars" link under the Agent Education section.
FREE Hawaii Training
Join the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau this Wednesday at 3:30 (EST) for a live online seminar featuring What's New on Hawaii's Online Portal for Travel Agents & the New Waikiki Training Program.
This exciting online seminar will include a quick update on what's new on www.Agents.GoHawaii.com, your one stop shop for sales and marketing tools to help you sell Hawaii to your clients. We'll also preview the new Waikiki, Share the Experience online training module and share some new and exciting info on what's new and hot for 2008!
Space is limited to the first 100 agents so please reserve your space using the following link: Register now
This exciting online seminar will include a quick update on what's new on www.Agents.GoHawaii.com, your one stop shop for sales and marketing tools to help you sell Hawaii to your clients. We'll also preview the new Waikiki, Share the Experience online training module and share some new and exciting info on what's new and hot for 2008!
Space is limited to the first 100 agents so please reserve your space using the following link: Register now
Cruise Lines Levy Fuel Cost Supplements
Following a move that is spreading throughout the cruise industry, more lines announced new fuel supplements on Friday, including Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCCL) brands (Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises), Crystal Cruises, Windstar Cruises, Majestic America Line and Viking River Cruises.
RCCL will levy a fuel supplement of $5 per guest per day for sailings that depart on or after Feb. 1. "Unfortunately, as fuel prices have reached record highs, we are forced to take this extraordinary step to offset those costs." The supplement will not be charged on any bookings already paid in full. In addition, guests who were booked before Nov. 16, and who do not agree to pay the supplement, may cancel their reservation before Dec. 7 for a full refund and no cancellation charges.
The supplement will apply only to the first and second guests in each stateroom and will not exceed $70 per person, per sailing. RCCL will provide travel agents with an administrative fee of $12 per existing booking to help offset the costs associated with contacting guests with existing reservations and collecting payment of the supplement for each booking that sails on or after Feb. 1. Sister companies Windstar and Majestic America also announced fuel surcharges of $8.50 per person, per day.
The surcharge applies to all currently published sailings through March 2009 that have not been paid in full by Dec. 15. Majestic America said the surcharge applies to new bookings made after Dec. 15 and to existing bookings that are not paid in full by the same date.Crystal's fuel surcharge is $7 per guest per day for all 2008 reservations that are not paid in full by Jan. 1.
"Escalating fuel costs continue to affect virtually everyone, and the impact on Crystal Cruises' daily operations is no exception," said Crystal President Gregg Michel. "We set our 2008 cruise fares in late 2006, yet the price of fuel rose 66 to 70 percent from February to November 2007." Crystal is protecting 2008 bookings that are made and paid in full prior to Jan. 1 and the current fare, without the fuel surcharge.
There will be no change to the current fuel surcharge of $5 per person, per day that is currently in effect for all 2007 voyages.Viking River Cruises is adding a fuel surcharge of $7 per guest, per cruise night for all reservations that are not paid in full by Dec. 19. The surcharge will apply to all currently published sailings through December 2008. For more information, visit www.rclinvestor.com, www.majesticamericaline.com, www.windstarcruises.com, www.crystalcruises.com or www.vikingrivercruises.com.
RCCL will levy a fuel supplement of $5 per guest per day for sailings that depart on or after Feb. 1. "Unfortunately, as fuel prices have reached record highs, we are forced to take this extraordinary step to offset those costs." The supplement will not be charged on any bookings already paid in full. In addition, guests who were booked before Nov. 16, and who do not agree to pay the supplement, may cancel their reservation before Dec. 7 for a full refund and no cancellation charges.
The supplement will apply only to the first and second guests in each stateroom and will not exceed $70 per person, per sailing. RCCL will provide travel agents with an administrative fee of $12 per existing booking to help offset the costs associated with contacting guests with existing reservations and collecting payment of the supplement for each booking that sails on or after Feb. 1. Sister companies Windstar and Majestic America also announced fuel surcharges of $8.50 per person, per day.
The surcharge applies to all currently published sailings through March 2009 that have not been paid in full by Dec. 15. Majestic America said the surcharge applies to new bookings made after Dec. 15 and to existing bookings that are not paid in full by the same date.Crystal's fuel surcharge is $7 per guest per day for all 2008 reservations that are not paid in full by Jan. 1.
"Escalating fuel costs continue to affect virtually everyone, and the impact on Crystal Cruises' daily operations is no exception," said Crystal President Gregg Michel. "We set our 2008 cruise fares in late 2006, yet the price of fuel rose 66 to 70 percent from February to November 2007." Crystal is protecting 2008 bookings that are made and paid in full prior to Jan. 1 and the current fare, without the fuel surcharge.
There will be no change to the current fuel surcharge of $5 per person, per day that is currently in effect for all 2007 voyages.Viking River Cruises is adding a fuel surcharge of $7 per guest, per cruise night for all reservations that are not paid in full by Dec. 19. The surcharge will apply to all currently published sailings through December 2008. For more information, visit www.rclinvestor.com, www.majesticamericaline.com, www.windstarcruises.com, www.crystalcruises.com or www.vikingrivercruises.com.
Saturday
7 Keys to Surviving a PC Disaster
1. Recognize a very real danger.
If you’re like most users, your life is on your computer–photos, e-mails, music, tax returns, documents, and so much more. But did you know that, every year, 43% of computer users lose irreplaceable files? Or that 300,000 laptops are stolen annually?
The data loss statistics are staggering. The need to address the issue is made even more urgent by the dangers that lurk around every corner–whether it’s a hard drive crash, theft, power surge, natural disaster, or accidental deletion.
2. Back up your files...off-site.
How do you avoid the nightmare of losing irreplaceable files? It’s simple: Back them up.
But please note that if you back up on CDs, DVDs or an external hard drive that are stored on the same site as your computer, you’re not really protected.
Take the case of movie director, Francis Ford Coppola, who lost 15 years of writing and photos when thieves stole his computer and his external hard drive from his home office in October. Or the recent California wildfires that have destroyed computers and on-site backups in many homes.
3. Find a solution that backs up files automatically and continuously.
Backing up your files on CDs, DVDs, external hard drives or other portable storage devices is laborious and time-consuming. It may even be something you put off or forget to do. As a result, your backup may be sporadic, and only some of your files will be protected.
4. Don’t settle for a partial backup solution.
Don’t let any of your files go unprotected. You need to back up all your irreplaceable files–with unlimited backup–without spending a fortune every time your backup needs increase.
5. In the event you do lose files, make sure restoration is quick and easy.
Restoring files doesn’t have to be an ordeal that’s lengthy and confusing. After all, how inclined will you be to use a backup solution if retrieving files is painful?
6. Make sure your files are secure.
What’s the point of backing up your files if some hacker can gain access to your data? Fact is, if your data is somehow compromised, you really haven’t survived a PC disaster
7. Give yourself a break–with a backup solution that’s easy to set up.
Some users get discouraged from backing up because software setup and installation is difficult. Make sure your backup method is hassle-free from start to finish.
What The Press Says about "Carbonite Online Back System"
The easiest online backup software to use, it’s completely automatic... The New York Times
You set it up once, and after that, it just works.... PC World
You’ll sleep better at night... The Wall Street Journal
Try "Carbonite Online Backup" free for 15 days. Click Here
If you’re like most users, your life is on your computer–photos, e-mails, music, tax returns, documents, and so much more. But did you know that, every year, 43% of computer users lose irreplaceable files? Or that 300,000 laptops are stolen annually?
The data loss statistics are staggering. The need to address the issue is made even more urgent by the dangers that lurk around every corner–whether it’s a hard drive crash, theft, power surge, natural disaster, or accidental deletion.
2. Back up your files...off-site.
How do you avoid the nightmare of losing irreplaceable files? It’s simple: Back them up.
But please note that if you back up on CDs, DVDs or an external hard drive that are stored on the same site as your computer, you’re not really protected.
Take the case of movie director, Francis Ford Coppola, who lost 15 years of writing and photos when thieves stole his computer and his external hard drive from his home office in October. Or the recent California wildfires that have destroyed computers and on-site backups in many homes.
3. Find a solution that backs up files automatically and continuously.
Backing up your files on CDs, DVDs, external hard drives or other portable storage devices is laborious and time-consuming. It may even be something you put off or forget to do. As a result, your backup may be sporadic, and only some of your files will be protected.
4. Don’t settle for a partial backup solution.
Don’t let any of your files go unprotected. You need to back up all your irreplaceable files–with unlimited backup–without spending a fortune every time your backup needs increase.
5. In the event you do lose files, make sure restoration is quick and easy.
Restoring files doesn’t have to be an ordeal that’s lengthy and confusing. After all, how inclined will you be to use a backup solution if retrieving files is painful?
6. Make sure your files are secure.
What’s the point of backing up your files if some hacker can gain access to your data? Fact is, if your data is somehow compromised, you really haven’t survived a PC disaster
7. Give yourself a break–with a backup solution that’s easy to set up.
Some users get discouraged from backing up because software setup and installation is difficult. Make sure your backup method is hassle-free from start to finish.
What The Press Says about "Carbonite Online Back System"
The easiest online backup software to use, it’s completely automatic... The New York Times
You set it up once, and after that, it just works.... PC World
You’ll sleep better at night... The Wall Street Journal
Try "Carbonite Online Backup" free for 15 days. Click Here
Friday
GOGO Expands Ski Destinations
GOGO Worldwide Vacations is offering an expanded portfolio of ski vacations to Colorado, Utah, California, Vermont or Canada.
Four night vacation packages start at $869 per person, including air from Chicago, lift tickets, based on double occupancy accommodations.
Some sample four-night packages with lift tickets are:
the Fairmont Banff Springs in the Canadian Rockies, $879 per person from Philadelphia -- fourth night free with breakfast;
The Great Divide Lodge in Breckenridge for $879 per person from Dallas -- kids fly free.
The Keystone Lodge & Spa in Keystone from $929 per person from Los Angeles -- free Adventure passport, kids fly free.
The Fairmont Tremblant in Quebec, $959 per person from Newark -- fourth night free.
Prices are per person double occupancy including accommodations and round-trip midweek air, valid for travel from Dec. 1, 2007 through April 6, 2008. Actual travel dates vary by resort. Savings shown are per couple. Packages must be booked by Dec. 17, 2007. Additional gateways and longer/shorter stays are available.
For more information, call 800-229-4999 or visit www.GOGOwwv.com.
Four night vacation packages start at $869 per person, including air from Chicago, lift tickets, based on double occupancy accommodations.
Some sample four-night packages with lift tickets are:
the Fairmont Banff Springs in the Canadian Rockies, $879 per person from Philadelphia -- fourth night free with breakfast;
The Great Divide Lodge in Breckenridge for $879 per person from Dallas -- kids fly free.
The Keystone Lodge & Spa in Keystone from $929 per person from Los Angeles -- free Adventure passport, kids fly free.
The Fairmont Tremblant in Quebec, $959 per person from Newark -- fourth night free.
Prices are per person double occupancy including accommodations and round-trip midweek air, valid for travel from Dec. 1, 2007 through April 6, 2008. Actual travel dates vary by resort. Savings shown are per couple. Packages must be booked by Dec. 17, 2007. Additional gateways and longer/shorter stays are available.
For more information, call 800-229-4999 or visit www.GOGOwwv.com.
Thursday
Vacation.com’s 10th International Conference & Trade Show in Las Vegas!
Vacation.com’s 10th International Conference & Trade Show,
held June 16 – 19, 2008, in electrifying Las Vegas
Registering early has its benefits, so don’t wait any longer! As an early conference registrant, you’ll be at the front of the line to sign up for exceptional classes featuring the biggest and brightest personalities in the industry. Plus, booking your air and hotel early is always a wise choice!
Register online now!
Preferred Supplier Breakfast and Lunch Sessions.
Learn proven methods to increase your profitability through special programs, incentives and sales solutions while enjoying breakfast and lunch with select preferred suppliers and destinations. Come meet the companies that are raring and willing to help you succeed like never before!
Partnering with preferred suppliers and destinations is the key to maximizing your profitability and offering the best opportunities to your clients. This is an excellent way to meet and network with our preferred suppliers and destinations during your four jam-packed days in Las Vegas, especially during our trade show.
Destination Sessions.
Every year you have asked for it! We have set aside sessions specifically dedicated to destinations. Come and learn about some of the world’s most popular destinations!
The Learning Center
We have planned an info-packed schedule for Conference, which will include new curriculum, valuable tools and hands-on training rooms to practice as you learn. We have over 100 hours of classes in the works! Expect a wide range of courses designed for every agent at every skill level.
New to The Learning Center?
We’ll have a core curriculum in place to give you a solid foundation of classes to choose from.
Returning for more?
We’ll have advanced classes to keep you challenged so that you can take it to the next level as well as brand new classes never offered before.
Marketing and Industry Tools
The Experience room is a personal, interactive showcase featuring the products, programs and booking solutions available to you.
After your classes in The Learning Center, visit the Experience room for hands-on training and informative demonstrations from a dedicated staff member ready to answer all of your questions.
Here are just some of the tools available to you in the Vacation.com
AgentNet is a one-stop site, that streamlines the flow of information between supplier, agent and client. In certain cases, member agents can earn higher commissions and booking incentives when booking electronically via AgentNet.
Get in-depth information on all the other powerful booking solutions and programs available on AgentNet:
1. AgentNet VAX
2. Amadeus Cruise/Amadeus e-Cruise
3. Cruise Groups Plus
4. Engagement
5. Vacation Vignettes
6. VacationPort
7. CCRA Travel
9. EZguider
Complimentary Las Vegas show tickets
will be available over a three-night period during the conference dates! Tickets will be available Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night.
Meet Sue Russo, Manager of :
HomeBased-TravelAgents.com
I would love meet you and put a face to the name of all the agents I talk too.
If your coming to the conference, let me know and I will make arrangement's to meet with you.
held June 16 – 19, 2008, in electrifying Las Vegas
Registering early has its benefits, so don’t wait any longer! As an early conference registrant, you’ll be at the front of the line to sign up for exceptional classes featuring the biggest and brightest personalities in the industry. Plus, booking your air and hotel early is always a wise choice!
Register online now!
Preferred Supplier Breakfast and Lunch Sessions.
Learn proven methods to increase your profitability through special programs, incentives and sales solutions while enjoying breakfast and lunch with select preferred suppliers and destinations. Come meet the companies that are raring and willing to help you succeed like never before!
Partnering with preferred suppliers and destinations is the key to maximizing your profitability and offering the best opportunities to your clients. This is an excellent way to meet and network with our preferred suppliers and destinations during your four jam-packed days in Las Vegas, especially during our trade show.
Destination Sessions.
Every year you have asked for it! We have set aside sessions specifically dedicated to destinations. Come and learn about some of the world’s most popular destinations!
The Learning Center
We have planned an info-packed schedule for Conference, which will include new curriculum, valuable tools and hands-on training rooms to practice as you learn. We have over 100 hours of classes in the works! Expect a wide range of courses designed for every agent at every skill level.
New to The Learning Center?
We’ll have a core curriculum in place to give you a solid foundation of classes to choose from.
Returning for more?
We’ll have advanced classes to keep you challenged so that you can take it to the next level as well as brand new classes never offered before.
Marketing and Industry Tools
The Experience room is a personal, interactive showcase featuring the products, programs and booking solutions available to you.
After your classes in The Learning Center, visit the Experience room for hands-on training and informative demonstrations from a dedicated staff member ready to answer all of your questions.
Here are just some of the tools available to you in the Vacation.com
AgentNet is a one-stop site, that streamlines the flow of information between supplier, agent and client. In certain cases, member agents can earn higher commissions and booking incentives when booking electronically via AgentNet.
Get in-depth information on all the other powerful booking solutions and programs available on AgentNet:
1. AgentNet VAX
2. Amadeus Cruise/Amadeus e-Cruise
3. Cruise Groups Plus
4. Engagement
5. Vacation Vignettes
6. VacationPort
7. CCRA Travel
9. EZguider
Complimentary Las Vegas show tickets
will be available over a three-night period during the conference dates! Tickets will be available Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night.
Meet Sue Russo, Manager of :
HomeBased-TravelAgents.com
I would love meet you and put a face to the name of all the agents I talk too.
If your coming to the conference, let me know and I will make arrangement's to meet with you.
Wednesday
MailPound misses you!
And you are missing out too! I see you haven’t visited MailPound.com in a little while.
Did you know only a fraction of the promotions are emailed? We have 1,000’s of promotions on MailPound.com from over 300 different suppliers, which you can search by supplier, destination or category to find the promotions that you need.
And, if you sell cruises, you won't want to miss this! Since you have been on MailPound.com all of Carnival Cruise Lines' eBrochures have been added. You can personalize and send them to your clients in minutes! The best part is that all of the links to Carnival’s website has been removed. You are the only contact, even when your clients forward the eBrochure onto their family and friends. In fact there are 25 different suppliers whose eBrochures are available on MailPound.com.
I know how great these eBrochures are as marketing tools, but I want you to know! Here is a little incentive.... We are sponsoring the current sweepstakes on MailPound.com. And for every eBrochure you send, you will receive 10 extra chances to win a 5 night stay at an all-inclusive resort!. So try sending an eBrochure. You can learn how to use the eBrochures in a matter of minutes by clicking here.
Did you know only a fraction of the promotions are emailed? We have 1,000’s of promotions on MailPound.com from over 300 different suppliers, which you can search by supplier, destination or category to find the promotions that you need.
And, if you sell cruises, you won't want to miss this! Since you have been on MailPound.com all of Carnival Cruise Lines' eBrochures have been added. You can personalize and send them to your clients in minutes! The best part is that all of the links to Carnival’s website has been removed. You are the only contact, even when your clients forward the eBrochure onto their family and friends. In fact there are 25 different suppliers whose eBrochures are available on MailPound.com.
I know how great these eBrochures are as marketing tools, but I want you to know! Here is a little incentive.... We are sponsoring the current sweepstakes on MailPound.com. And for every eBrochure you send, you will receive 10 extra chances to win a 5 night stay at an all-inclusive resort!. So try sending an eBrochure. You can learn how to use the eBrochures in a matter of minutes by clicking here.
Monday
E.E.I. TRAVEL: GROUP EXPERTS, GREAT PRICES
Providing specialist planning and affordable rates since 1990.
Friendly and professional team with more than 16 years experience in planning group and FIT travel.
Recognized as market leaders, we are constantly offering higher levels of service and destination knowledge while maintaining competitive and cost effective rates.
Our European offices provide your groups with constant support and assistance while traveling.
Working directly with hotels, coach companies, rail partners, tour managers and local guides, out team of experts have built strong relationships over years to ensure unequalled services at the best prices.
To learn more... Click Here
Friendly and professional team with more than 16 years experience in planning group and FIT travel.
Recognized as market leaders, we are constantly offering higher levels of service and destination knowledge while maintaining competitive and cost effective rates.
Our European offices provide your groups with constant support and assistance while traveling.
Working directly with hotels, coach companies, rail partners, tour managers and local guides, out team of experts have built strong relationships over years to ensure unequalled services at the best prices.
To learn more... Click Here
Exclusive RCI Six-week Webinar Training
This exclusive six-week Webinar Series will be conducted by a Royal Caribbean International Certified Trainer! Each session is 30 minutes.
Session Dates, Times & Topics:
Session #2,
November 13th at 9 pdt: How e-Connect can grow your business!
Session #3,
November 20th at 9 pdt: VIP CruisePass and Travel Agent Locator !
Session #4:
November 27th at 9 ptd: Personalized e-Marketing!
Session #5:
December 11th at 9 pdt: University of WOW! Expert Plus Level Revealed!
HERE IS HOW TO JOIN:
At 9:oo AM on the scheduled session follow the below instructions:
Just click (or copy and paste in your browser) on this link: https://royalcaribbean.webex.com/royalcaribbean/k2/j.php?ED=98672777&UID=62359962
Then call 866-274-8620! (toll free)
It's That Easy! Starting Time: 12:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time; 9:00 am Pacific Daylight Time
Session Number: 563 101 572
Training session password: This session does not require a password. Teleconference: Call 1-866-274-8620 (Toll free) or 1-702-599-4145 (Direct) Conference Code:4143271344
Session Dates, Times & Topics:
Session #2,
November 13th at 9 pdt: How e-Connect can grow your business!
Session #3,
November 20th at 9 pdt: VIP CruisePass and Travel Agent Locator !
Session #4:
November 27th at 9 ptd: Personalized e-Marketing!
Session #5:
December 11th at 9 pdt: University of WOW! Expert Plus Level Revealed!
HERE IS HOW TO JOIN:
At 9:oo AM on the scheduled session follow the below instructions:
Just click (or copy and paste in your browser) on this link: https://royalcaribbean.webex.com/royalcaribbean/k2/j.php?ED=98672777&UID=62359962
Then call 866-274-8620! (toll free)
It's That Easy! Starting Time: 12:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time; 9:00 am Pacific Daylight Time
Session Number: 563 101 572
Training session password: This session does not require a password. Teleconference: Call 1-866-274-8620 (Toll free) or 1-702-599-4145 (Direct) Conference Code:4143271344
Friday
FREE Travel Agent Training from Sceptre Tours
Home based travel agent Specialist Training Program available to you, FREE. Sceptre Tours is offering the Emerald Tour Partners Program.
Learn why Ireland and Scotland must be among your top destination specialties and why Sceptre Tours, 100% committed to retailers, marketing exclusively through travel agents, should be your number one partner for Ireland and Scotland sales.
Once you complete the course and gain Emerald Partner status, you will be eligible for a host of benefits that, together with this education, will guarantee you increased sales. And, with Sceptre’s high commission rates and flexible pricing, you can design your own profit model!
Visit Sceptre Tours Emerald Tour Partners Program today to learn more
Learn why Ireland and Scotland must be among your top destination specialties and why Sceptre Tours, 100% committed to retailers, marketing exclusively through travel agents, should be your number one partner for Ireland and Scotland sales.
Once you complete the course and gain Emerald Partner status, you will be eligible for a host of benefits that, together with this education, will guarantee you increased sales. And, with Sceptre’s high commission rates and flexible pricing, you can design your own profit model!
Visit Sceptre Tours Emerald Tour Partners Program today to learn more
Royal Caribbean Travel Agent Training Webinar
Home based travel agent training Webinar for an overview of the new CruiseMatch tool.
Royal Caribbean International Cruise Match Training Overview Date:
Thursday, November 15, 2007 Time: 3:00 PM PST
Link: https://royalcaribbean.webex.com/royalcaribbean/k2/j.php?ED=98632302
Dial-In#: 1-866-274-8620 (Tollfree) or 1-702-599-4145 (Direct)
Passcode: 4143271344
Make sure you go to CruisingPower.com before the webinar and print out the Participant Guides for individuals and groups!
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about CruiseMatch®
Royal Caribbean International Cruise Match Training Overview Date:
Thursday, November 15, 2007 Time: 3:00 PM PST
Link: https://royalcaribbean.webex.com/royalcaribbean/k2/j.php?ED=98632302
Dial-In#: 1-866-274-8620 (Tollfree) or 1-702-599-4145 (Direct)
Passcode: 4143271344
Make sure you go to CruisingPower.com before the webinar and print out the Participant Guides for individuals and groups!
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about CruiseMatch®
Thursday
NCL "Selling Suites" Webinar
Home Based Travel Agents join NACTA and Norwegian Cruise Line for an exciting online training.
Mark your calendars Wednesday Nov. 14, 2007 for the most up to date information on NCL and "Selling Suites".
Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2007Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ESTSystem
Requirements:PC-based attendeesRequired: Windows® 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 Server, Vista or Macintosh®-based attendees Required: Mac OS® X 10.3.9 (Panther®) or newer.
Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now. at: https://www.gotomeeting.com/register/934053788
Mark your calendars Wednesday Nov. 14, 2007 for the most up to date information on NCL and "Selling Suites".
Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2007Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ESTSystem
Requirements:PC-based attendeesRequired: Windows® 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 Server, Vista or Macintosh®-based attendees Required: Mac OS® X 10.3.9 (Panther®) or newer.
Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now. at: https://www.gotomeeting.com/register/934053788
Wednesday
FREE Traffic to your Web Site
Attract Stampedes of FREE Traffic From Google. Hire An SEO Expert... For Just $2.95!
Attracting crowds of qualified buyers with a top ranking in Google, Yahoo, and MSN just got a whole lot easier... and cheaper. The term "SEO"(search engine optimization) used to be synonymous with difficult and expensive. Not any more.
You can finally "do it yourself" and enjoy substantial increases in your traffic and sales with the expert guidance of your very own, private SEO consultant... Who will help blast your website to a top listing in Google, Yahoo, and MSN! All for the ridiculously low investment of just $2.95.
There's absolutely no guesswork.
First you get a series of online videos that walk you through the baby step basics of getting your website search engine ready.
Then, using the same clear, no-BS teaching style, you'll be shown how to apply the very same advanced SEO strategies that I have used to secure a Top 5 ranking in Google for 3 years running...
You'll have unlimited access to your very own in-house SEO expert in a secret discussion forum, where you can ask unlimited questions about your specific search engine campaign! This alone is EASILY a $1500-$3000 value -- but you have unlimited access to this private SEO expert for the next 30 days for just $2.95.
To get all the details Click Here
The majority of SEO books, courses, and seminars you'll find out there are a waste of money, not worth the paper they're printed on, because they're not kept up-to-date.
But since "Search Marketing Lab" gives you the same SEO strategies that we are currently using you'll be the first to know when there's a major search engine change.
And the first to PROFIT from the hard won SEO research, newest optimization techniques, and late-breaking developments.
I recommend very few SEO resources to my clients. But this tops my list and the $2.95 Trial that is being giving away right now is a steal. Get yours before the sale ends...
Click Here Now to Get Your $2.95 Trial and FREE Gifts...
Paul Davis, CEO
http://www.homebased-travelagents.com/
Attracting crowds of qualified buyers with a top ranking in Google, Yahoo, and MSN just got a whole lot easier... and cheaper. The term "SEO"(search engine optimization) used to be synonymous with difficult and expensive. Not any more.
You can finally "do it yourself" and enjoy substantial increases in your traffic and sales with the expert guidance of your very own, private SEO consultant... Who will help blast your website to a top listing in Google, Yahoo, and MSN! All for the ridiculously low investment of just $2.95.
There's absolutely no guesswork.
First you get a series of online videos that walk you through the baby step basics of getting your website search engine ready.
Then, using the same clear, no-BS teaching style, you'll be shown how to apply the very same advanced SEO strategies that I have used to secure a Top 5 ranking in Google for 3 years running...
You'll have unlimited access to your very own in-house SEO expert in a secret discussion forum, where you can ask unlimited questions about your specific search engine campaign! This alone is EASILY a $1500-$3000 value -- but you have unlimited access to this private SEO expert for the next 30 days for just $2.95.
To get all the details Click Here
The majority of SEO books, courses, and seminars you'll find out there are a waste of money, not worth the paper they're printed on, because they're not kept up-to-date.
But since "Search Marketing Lab" gives you the same SEO strategies that we are currently using you'll be the first to know when there's a major search engine change.
And the first to PROFIT from the hard won SEO research, newest optimization techniques, and late-breaking developments.
I recommend very few SEO resources to my clients. But this tops my list and the $2.95 Trial that is being giving away right now is a steal. Get yours before the sale ends...
Click Here Now to Get Your $2.95 Trial and FREE Gifts...
Paul Davis, CEO
http://www.homebased-travelagents.com/
Hawaii Visitors and Convention Webinar for Travel Agents
Home Based Travel Agents attend the United Vacations/Hawaii Visitors and Convention webinar for a chance to WIN A CASH BACK INCENTIVE!
Learn more about United Vacations, a Vacation.com preferred supplier, and the beautiful destination of Hawaii for a chance to win up to $100 cash back.
United Vacations will be conducting a product overview via the web exclusively for Vacation.com member agents. We’ll highlight the following: Hawaii destination updates and United Vacations Hawaii product overview.
If you sell Hawaii and United Vacations, you won’t want to miss this session. You could win cash back! Register Now! Thursday November 15, 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
Click here to register.
Learn more about United Vacations, a Vacation.com preferred supplier, and the beautiful destination of Hawaii for a chance to win up to $100 cash back.
United Vacations will be conducting a product overview via the web exclusively for Vacation.com member agents. We’ll highlight the following: Hawaii destination updates and United Vacations Hawaii product overview.
If you sell Hawaii and United Vacations, you won’t want to miss this session. You could win cash back! Register Now! Thursday November 15, 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
Click here to register.
Tuesday
Crystal Cruise No Rebating Policy
Crystal last week announced it will apply "stiff commission penalties" to any agent found to be offering consumers any kind of cash rebate, discount, payment in-kind or, in any other manner, a Crystal cruise fare below the published savings rate. Under the new policy, agencies may continue to offer value-added, non-cash amenities including shipboard credits, provided that the total value of the amenities does not exceed 8 percent of the cruise revenue -- the line's lowest published fare less applicable Crystal discounts. For more information, visit www.crystalcruises.com.
Monday
Adventure Council Creates New Agent Training Program
The Adventure Council, in partnership with the Adventures in Travel Expo, has created a training program full of tips and tools to help home based travel agents become adventure travel specialists.
The program promises to make participants "better equipped to service your existing clients and develop new clients interested in active and adventure travel." The educational sessions, which are online and interactive, are priced from $149.
The Adventure Travel Specialist Webinar will take place on the following dates: Part 1 on Nov. 6, 1-2 p.m. EST; Part 2 on Nov. 8, 1-2 p.m. EST; and Part 3 on Nov. 13, 1-2 p.m. EST. Agents must participate in all three parts of the webinar to become an Adventure Travel Specialist.
Topics to be covered include:
1. Current trends & demographics
2. key factors defining adventure traveler preferences
3. emerging destinations; risk planning
4. providers -- building profitable partnerships
5. marketing strategies and the use of technology
6. the increasingly important role of sustainable tourism practices.
A free three-hour workshop will be held at one of the Adventures in Travel (ATE) shows in 2008 held in New York, Chicago and Washington, D.C.
Graduates will receive an "Adventure Travel Specialist" designation to be used in their promotional literature, plus:
1. mention as a Adventure Travel Specialist in a future issue of National Geographic Adventure
2. a print and online listing in the 2008 Active and Adventure Travel Directory and Adventure Council website
3. inclusion in the industry's leading social network for adventure travelers, AdventureUS.com 4. an Adventure Sales Starter Pack through Adventure Engine ($1,500 value)
5. travel business and tourism marketing mini-course from AdventureBizSuccess.com ($134 value)
6. Travel Business Success.com Radio: business, marketing & e-marketing coaching & tips with travel industry experts ($228 value)
7. a one-year subscription to National Geographic Adventure ($14.95 value).
For more information, call the Adventure Council at 203-878-2577, ext. 125, email dmclevy@adventureexpo.com or visit http://www.adventureexpo.com/.
The program promises to make participants "better equipped to service your existing clients and develop new clients interested in active and adventure travel." The educational sessions, which are online and interactive, are priced from $149.
The Adventure Travel Specialist Webinar will take place on the following dates: Part 1 on Nov. 6, 1-2 p.m. EST; Part 2 on Nov. 8, 1-2 p.m. EST; and Part 3 on Nov. 13, 1-2 p.m. EST. Agents must participate in all three parts of the webinar to become an Adventure Travel Specialist.
Topics to be covered include:
1. Current trends & demographics
2. key factors defining adventure traveler preferences
3. emerging destinations; risk planning
4. providers -- building profitable partnerships
5. marketing strategies and the use of technology
6. the increasingly important role of sustainable tourism practices.
A free three-hour workshop will be held at one of the Adventures in Travel (ATE) shows in 2008 held in New York, Chicago and Washington, D.C.
Graduates will receive an "Adventure Travel Specialist" designation to be used in their promotional literature, plus:
1. mention as a Adventure Travel Specialist in a future issue of National Geographic Adventure
2. a print and online listing in the 2008 Active and Adventure Travel Directory and Adventure Council website
3. inclusion in the industry's leading social network for adventure travelers, AdventureUS.com 4. an Adventure Sales Starter Pack through Adventure Engine ($1,500 value)
5. travel business and tourism marketing mini-course from AdventureBizSuccess.com ($134 value)
6. Travel Business Success.com Radio: business, marketing & e-marketing coaching & tips with travel industry experts ($228 value)
7. a one-year subscription to National Geographic Adventure ($14.95 value).
For more information, call the Adventure Council at 203-878-2577, ext. 125, email dmclevy@adventureexpo.com or visit http://www.adventureexpo.com/.
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