No Reviews for a Host Agency on HAR – Should I Be Worried? Industry Standard For Commission Payouts to Advisors?

No Reviews for a Host Agency on HAR – Should I Be Worried? Industry Standard For Commission Payouts to Advisors?

Author: Host Agency Reviews August 16, 2024 Duration: 26:00
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In episode 169 Steph cohosts with Jenn Lee in her brand-new role at Vacation Planners! They will tackle some great questions, so please join us! 

1. Hello, I would like to know about the host agency called MAGICAL VACATION PLANNER https://www.magicalvacationplanner.com/. I cannot find the reviews about this host agency on your list. Please help.Thank you  ---Rajan M.

2. I understand some suppliers don't pay the host until after the travel date, but I've found some suppliers like FareBuzz, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages, and Allianz pay the month after the sale or after the final payment it's made. 

I also know some host agencies pay out to their agents weekly, bi-monthly, or monthly. I'm curious to know the industry standard for how soon after receipt of commission from the supplier would a host agency pay the independent agent.  ---Jen C.

RESOURCES:

Virtuoso Travel Week – Check out events cal and article on how to make the most of your travel conference. 

5 Ways to Make Your Travel Conference Count (https://hostagencyreviews.com/blog/make-your-travel-conference-count)

The Hive Webinar: How to curate a personalized selection of cruise itineraries for client proposals Wed. Aug 21st, 2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT

The Hive Webinar: 10 things to ask a "new to you" DMC Thurs. Aug 29th, 2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT

TPI Webinar: Holiday Travel: Do’s & Don’ts as a Selling Travel Advisor Wed. Sept. 4th, 1pm ET / 12pm CT / 11am MT / 10am PT

Vacation Planner’s Webinar: Securing Your Legacy: The Crucial Role of Succession Planning for Travel Advisors Wed. Aug 21st, 2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT

Find host agencies on HAR’s host agency list. It’s free to be listed! (https://www.hostagencyreviews.com/hosts)

Tips on how to find the best host agency for you. (https://hostagencyreviews.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-find-the-best-travel-host-agency)

What to do if your host agency isn’t paying commissions. (https://hostagencyreviews.com/blog/host-agency-not-paying-commissions)

All about travel agent commissions, including airline commissions. (https://hostagencyreviews.com/blog/travel-agent-commissions)

Things to look for in your contract with your host agency (https://hostagencyreviews.com/blog/independent-travel-agent-contracts)

jenn@vacationplanners.com

Vacation Planners Host Agency Reviews profile 

(https://www.hostagencyreviews.com/hosts/vacation-planners)

Vacation Planners website (https://vacationplannersfranchise.com/)

Tern (https://www.tern.travel/)

Travel Agency Franchise or Host Agency? A breakdown. (https://hostagencyreviews.com/blog/travel-agency-franchise-or-host-agency)

Submit your very own Friday 15 questions here! https://hostagencyreviews.com/friday15


Hosted by the team at Host Agency Reviews, this audio channel blends two distinct formats into one practical resource. The first is Travel Agent Chatter, a quarterly series of spotlight interviews that dive deep into the experiences of working travel advisors. These longer conversations explore the real stories behind the careers, covering the nuances of building a business, personal client triumphs, and the cultural insights gained from a life in travel. The companion series, Friday 15, operates on a completely different rhythm. Every week, a focused fifteen-minute episode tackles specific questions from the travel industry, offering direct advice and timely insights that are both concise and immediately useful. Together, this podcast creates a balanced mix of inspirational narrative and actionable strategy. Whether you're seeking motivation from peer journeys or need quick answers to pressing professional questions, the channel is designed to support the daily realities of travel entrepreneurs. It’s a resource that understands the industry's blend of passion and pragmatism, delivered through the authentic voices of those who are deeply embedded in this world. Tune in for thoughtful perspectives that are as varied and dynamic as the travel profession itself.
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