Turn Your Love of Travel into More
What if your love for travel could become your career?
Imagine helping others explore the world—while exploring it yourself. With the right host agency, you can build a business you love, from anywhere.
We’re here to support your journey—whether you’re starting fresh or looking to grow. With hands on training, marketing tools, and a community that’s always got your back, you’ll have everything you need to succeed.
Because when you do what you love, it shows.
Start your journey with us—where passion meets possibility. And with our Venture program, there’s no better place to begin.
About the Venture Program
DEDICATED MENTORING
Kickstart your journey with Travel Edge with +20 hours of small cohort group training in your first 60 days!
You’ll also receive ongoing guidance from experienced mentors and a dedicated support team.
Plus, quarterly business reviews to help keep you on track and set you up for long-term success.
REACH YOUR CLIENTS
Grow your business with a suite of marketing resources including website development, custom business cards, on-demand marketing tools to launch your social media presence and more — all designed to help you connect with clients and elevate your brand.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Unlock 100+ hours of online training in industry insights, destination expertise, sales, marketing, and specialist certifications like cruise, air, and hotel.
Get invited to luxury events, exclusive knowledge trips, and stay inspired with weekly partner webinars and on-demand learning.
SIGNING UP
Get started today and join our Elite Venture program today with only a $2,499 USD Program fee and a $49 monthly fee.
Quarter 1: Industry and Business Foundations
Month 1
5 / February / 2011
Travel Edge Network Agency Foundations: In your first month, you'll gain a solid understanding of the tools, services, and support systems that form the foundation of your business at Travel Edge Network, as well as strong business habits to set the stage for long-term success.
Month 2
5 / February / 2011
Sales Verticals: Dive into the core sales verticals that shape the industry: Air, Insurance, Hotel, Cruise, and Tour. You’ll learn information essential to booking for each vertical. Beyond this, you’ll also learn important financial practices and key protections for your business.
Month 3
5 / February / 2011
Sales and Marketing Techniques: Begin crafting your brand and marketing strategy with a focus on attracting and serving luxury clients. Build a targeted marketing plan, create compelling social media content, and establish a sales funnel that turns interest into bookings.
Quarter 2: Product Specialization, Marketing and Legal Considerations
Month 4
5 / February / 2011
Advanced Product Specializations: Deepen your expertise by focusing on strong product knowledge and specialization. Explore how becoming well-versed in our partners' offerings enhances client trust and increases sales. We’ll introduce you to common niche categories in the industry and help you evaluate which ones best align with your interests and business goals.
Month 5
5 / February / 2011
Advanced Marketing Tools: Take your marketing strategy to the next level by combining deeper product knowledge with advanced tools that drive client engagement and conversion. Learn how to build a social media funnel, design an effective lead magnet, and develop an email marketing sequence that nurtures leads into loyal clients.
Month 6
5 / February / 2011
Through practical workshops, you’ll gain confidence in areas like booking systems, client retention, and financial management—preparing you to manage smaller client accounts on your own.
Quarter 3: Honing Your Skills
Month 7
5 / February / 2011
Marketing with Purpose: Learn to approach marketing with strategy and intention. Build a purpose-driven marketing campaign, set achievable goals, and design compelling assets that speak directly to your target audience. Draft a client retention strategy that nurtures relationships and a lead generation plan that attracts new business.
Month 8
5 / February / 2011
You’ll take the lead on consultations and bookings, with opportunities to shine independently. We’ll recognize and reward your early successes.
Month 9
5 / February / 2011
Explore how tourism boards can be powerful partners in growing your destination knowledge and supporting your sales efforts. With insight from a guest tourism board representative, you'll gain a deeper understanding of seasonal travel trends, traveler preferences, and the unique selling points of a featured destination.
Quarter 4: Scaling and Becoming a Full-Time Advisor
Month 10
5 / February / 2011
Client Referral and Retention: Thinking long-term about your book of clients is essential. Learn about turning great service into lasting relationships and steady business growth. Learn how to leverage your existing client base to generate referrals, design a personalized referral strategy, and implement best practices for nurturing client loyalty.
Month 11
5 / February / 2011
Scaling Your Travel Business: This month the focus shifts to building smarter systems that support long-term growth. Explore the value of using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool to organize client data, track sales, and automate key tasks. Analyze your workflow and work to streamline it.
Month 12
5 / February / 2011
Graduation and Long-term Growth: In your final month of the Venture Program, it’s time to reflect on how far you’ve come and prepare for what’s next. Identify opportunities for growth in your knowledge or processes. This month is about stepping confidently into the next phase of your business—equipped, empowered, and ready to thrive as an independent travel advisor.
