Acquiring a GDS, FAM trip opt., Payment system w/out host, Certified to work w/ a host
Travel Agent Chatter | Friday 15 · Host Agency Reviews
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Show Notes
Welcome to Friday 15! Today Steph chats about acquiring a GDS system without a host, attending FAM trips through other host/consortiums, using a payment system without using a host, and do you need to be certified to work with a host.
Helpful Resources:
(Entertainment Travel Advisors Coalition)
(Global Business Travel Association)
(HAR’s event calendar with FAMs, conferences, ship inspections and more)
(Few notes on things to know when doing credit card processing)
(high risk credit card processing in travel)
https://hostagencyreviews.com/events
https://www.adventuretravel.biz/
(See many of the certification options available)
(HAR’s new course on starting your travel agency!)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
(The Complete Guide to Starting Your Travel Agency!)
(What is the GDS and Which Travel Agents Need It)
(Travel Industry Lawyer List & Free Legal Docs for Agencies)
(Sign up for reminders and ask your questions!)
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