Become a travel consultant
Why take the Aquadémie travel consultant training program?
Having been in the travel industry since 2007, I wanted to share my knowledge and experience during the pandemic with people who are passionate about the world of travel. I have therefore created a tailor-made training program that is entirely focused on the roles of a travel consultant. This training is the foundation for starting as a travel consultant; subsequently, you will need to pass the OPC exam and affiliate with a travel agency holding a valid permit. Continuing education will be essential for success in your new profession. Most wholesalers, hoteliers, and cruise lines that travel agencies work with offer additional training to ensure thorough product knowledge.
The advantages of being a travel consultant for Aquamonde of the VED network
Continuing education program
- Access specialized training with our VED network
- Attend supplier webinars
- Be invited to trade events
- Benefit from exclusive Fam Tours
Innovative strategic marketing
- Be seen on social media thanks to our distribution tool on your professional Facebook pages
- Retain your clients through our personalized VED network newsletter
- Attractive and innovative agency Facebook page
Technologies adapted to your needs with the VED network
- Groups: Create, publish, and share on the Web
- Weddings: Create websites for your future couples and their guests
- Cruises: Explore, plan, and book for your clients
A team at your service
- Stay informed with our internal communications on our private Facebook group
- Stay up to date on news via SEQUOIA, our exclusive portal for consultants
- Benefit from support with a sales coordinator dedicated to external consultants
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Role and profile of the travel consultant
Before taking travel consultant training, you should self-evaluate to ensure you have the necessary profile and that the main functions of this job interest you.
A travel consultant must have a professional approach, be polite, and be smiling when dealing with a client. The first contact and the first impression are important elements in building a bond of trust with your client. The world of travel is vast and full of changes, so you must have an interest in continuing education, as it is the key to your success as a travel consultant.
Travel consultants perform some or all of the following functions:
- Respond to client inquiries regarding destinations, transportation, accommodation, and travel costs, and recommend products that suit their needs;
- Plan and organize itineraries for individuals or groups;
- Book flights and hotel rooms using a computerized reservation and ticketing system;
- Sell tickets and package tours to clients;
- Promote specific destinations, package tours, and other services offered by the agency;
- Inform about news, including destinations, hotels, and other facilities and points of interest;
- Provide advice regarding tourist attractions, foreign currencies, customs, languages, and travel safety.
Benefits of the training
- Designed by the owner of Voyages et Croisières Aquamonde, who has been a travel consultant for over 15 years;
- Dedicated and experienced trainer;
- Interactive training on Zoom with Q&A sessions;
- PDF documents to print for reference;
- Tips and tricks from travel professionals shared throughout the training;
- Provides the autonomy necessary to perform the work of a travel consultant;
- Animated and fun PowerPoint training;
- Section dedicated to understanding the travel professional’s manual to properly target questions for the OPC exam;
Training plan
This training is intended for anyone who wishes to obtain their travel consultant certificate and thus work as a travel consultant. Ideally designed for those who wish to quickly acquire the basics of the travel industry, this interactive training on Zoom will allow you to develop key skills necessary for the role of travel consultant.
Module 1: Travel sector
- Section 1 – Travel consultant & partners
- Section 2 – Procedures & terminology
- Section 3 – Dealing with the client
- Section 4 – Travel insurance
Module 2: Sun destinations
- Section 1 – All-inclusive
- Section 2 – Sirev (booking platform)
- Section 3 – Protection plan
Module 3: Products (FIT)
- Section 1 – Flight
- Section 2 – Hotel
- Section 3 – Car rental
- Section 4 – Tour
Module 4: Cruises & regulation
- Section 1 – The world of cruising
- Section 2 – Laws & obligations
- Section 3 – Managing funds
- Section 4 – Operating an establishment with a permit
- Section 5 – Practicing with a certificate
- Section 6 – Advertising your product or service
- Section 7 – Dealing with clientele
- Section 8 – Preparing the client’s departure