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Practical and actionable tips for travel agents at every stage of their careers

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10 things luxury travel agents do

Luxury travel agents are more than just planners; they are creators of remarkable experiences. With their specialized expertise, dedication to client satisfaction, and a network of valuable partnerships, they elevate travel to an art form.

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Why building your network matters as a travel agent

Building your network as a travel agent is essential for success in today’s competitive landscape. Establishing strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, host agencies, and consortiums like Virtuoso can provide you with a wealth of resources, insider knowledge, and exclusive offers for your clients.

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IATA | CLIA Membership

PTN IATAN code: 45769253

PTN CLIA number: 00032299

When you enroll with suppliers, you must use PTN’s codes to receive a commission from us. Want to sign up for your own CLIA or IATA numbers for exclusive travel benefits? See below.

Get your own IATA/IATAN ID Card:

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The IATA/IATAN ID Card is the industry-standard credential to identify bona fide travel professionals. Key benefits include access to concessionary incentives from industry suppliers. Just added, the IATA MemberPerks program provides cardholders with daily savings at over 300,000 merchants across North America.

To be eligible, you must be registered with IATAN under PTN’s IATA number 45769253, working a minimum of 20 hours per week and earning a minimum of $5,000 per annum in commissions. You’ll need to send PTN a support ticket asking for approval. Once approved, we will send you a PRIN # to allow you to register with IATAN and ask for an ID card.

Get your own CLIA EMBARK ID:

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Obtain a CLIA EMBARC ID for travel discounts and FAM (Familiarization) trips. Join CLIA as an Individual Agent Member, under Pickles Travel Network CLIA #00032299.

Once you’ve registered, submit a support ticket to let us know, and we will approve your registration.

Alternate Plans

If you are a Careers on Vacation student or graduate, completed a similar training course, or are an experienced agent, you may be eligible for an alternate membership plan without access to the Travel Professionals Training Kit.

Please select the option that best describes you for more information.