“I start ahead of UK time and stay on top of urgent tasks”
CAROL LEWIS Travel Counsellors
We have regular catch-ups and encourage our
members to connect with each other
CONFERENCE CALLS
Hays Travel isn’t the only agency to hold an annual conference – this is a yearly fixture in many homeworkers’ calendars. Some are long established, such as Travel Counsellors’ get-together – which last year brought some 1,750 agents and more than 200 suppliers together in Manchester – while more recent additions include the inaugural conference for Personal Travel Consultants in partnership with Blue Bay Travel held in November 2023. “Agents love our annual conference to
further build their knowledge, gain recognition and rewards, and meet fellow colleagues
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and partners – while having fun!” says Tricia Handley-Hughes, UK and Ireland managing director of InteleTravel, which is holding its conference in Sorrento this year. “There’s a full calendar of virtual and live events, including dedicated specialist events such as luxury and cruise, from which agents can benefit and still work around their everyday life.” There are also networking opportunities
at smaller-scale events and fam trips. Not Just Travel’s elite-level consultants can enjoy two luxury overseas trips a year, while cruise division members can attend seminars at sea, which have brought 400 cruise consultants on board Virgin Voyages, Norwegian Cruise Line and Princess Cruises ships in the past 18 months for more learning opportunities. “These are not simply educational trips
that you might see from other operators,” says Paul Harrison, co-founder of Not Just Travel. “We invest more in coaching and business development, in classroom time and experiences to help our consultants grow their businesses. Operators who have supported us have seen significant increases in sales from the participating consultants, which is why so many want to repeat the experiences.” Q
“The freedom to work from anywhere is incredible. Over
the past three years, I've worked from Bali, the Nusa Islands, Gili Islands, Thailand and Malaysia. It’s so motivating to wake up to stunning views and immerse myself in diverse cultures, while serving my clients. It’s been a game changer, allowing me to explore different parts of the world in different time zones. I start my day ahead of UK time and stay on top of urgent tasks, although it sometimes means working late nights. Having first-hand experience allows me to provide personalised recommendations, insider tips and accurate information, which builds trust with my clients. There are also challenges – it requires discipline, access to reliable internet and a conducive work environment. Overall, it has not only enhanced my credibility with clients, but also enriched my travel experiences, allowing me to serve my clients better.”
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