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  • LuxRally Travel x VFW Post 3559

    LuxRally Travel x VFW Post 3559 We've joined forces with VFW Post 3559 to create an ecosystem of support for veteran travelers and veteran travel agents. Get Involved Book With a Veteran Travel Agent Choosing a veteran travel agent means more than just planning a trip. You're entrusting your journey to someone who understands unique needs, while also supporting a veteran with each time you travel. It's a simple way to give back and ensure you're in good hands. Meet Our Veteran Agents Become a Veteran Travel Agent Becoming a veteran travel agent with LuxRally Travel offers more than a career path. We provide free agent training, cover errors and ommissions insurance, licensing, and offer a special mentorship group for veterans. Explore Our Agent Training Get Involved Support the Opening of VFW Post 3559 Supporting VFW Post 3559 is an act of gratitude towards our veterans. You can contribute by participating in their events - each ticket purchased serves as a direct contribution to the welfare of veterans and their families. The Veterans Day Parade, organized by VFW Post 3559, is another significant event where your presence would be greatly appreciated. Moreover, raising awareness about their cause is as simple as following their Instagram handle @vfw3559 and sharing their mission with your network. Additionally, this post is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurial programs for veterans, so if you are a business owner and want to get involved, reach out to them for collaboration. Your involvement can make a substantial difference in honoring and supporting our veterans. Visit the VFW Post 3559 Website Our Veteran Agents Meet the agents who are making this program possible. Not only have these individuals served their country, but they have volunteered to help new veteran agents get started! Work with them to support their travel business. I'm Ready, Let's Travel! Cody Sitton Steven Sheldon Veteran Agents LuxRally Travel Partners with VFW Post 3559 for Entrepreneurial Programs As part of our collaboration, LuxRally Travel and VFW Post 3559 are launching an entrepreneurial incubator program. This program will help veterans develop their business skills and explore new career paths. We are proud to offer free training sessions for veterans interested in becoming travel agents, covering all licensing and insurance costs to ensure no financial burden. To enhance the learning experience, LuxRally Travel has enlisted the support of experienced veteran agents who will serve as mentors. Our vision is to create a strong network of support within the veteran community by connecting new veteran agents with veteran agent mentors. Read the Article Work With a Veteran Agent Ready to take the next steps? ​ Complete our new client form and you'll be assigned to a veteran travel agent. Best Form of Contact* How did you hear about us?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. New Client

  • The Team | LuxRally Travel

    Our Team David Eisen Founder, Luxury Travel Agent Courtney Eisen Co-Founder, CMO Markus Laahanen VP of Business Development and Concierge Services Deahne Anderson VP of Sales Philip Obermeyer Director of Sales Gina Donga Concierge, Luxury Travel Agent Brian Rowe Luxury Travel Agent, Lead Agent Mentor Alex Saxen Luxury Travel Agent, Lead Agent Mentor Alec Gutierrez Luxury Travel Agent, Lead Agent Mentor Zeke Freiman Luxury Travel Agent Madeline Henderson Luxury Travel Agent Gregory Ulbrich Luxury Travel Agent 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 ... 24 THE TEAM

  • Micah Thorner | Luxury Travel Agent

    How Does it Work ? Using a travel agent is easy. To begin, complete our new client form. From there, your dedicated agent will contact you through your preferred communication method for more information. We can discuss trips through text, phone, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or whatever your preference may be. Once your agent has your information they will double-check for best price and value across multiple tools only accessible to travel agents. After providing you a quote and receiving your approval, your agent will book and manage your trip. You will save time, money and have an overall better experience with one of our industry insiders overseeing your trip. Become a Client Where is this? Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Tuscany Micah Thorner Luxury Travel Agent Email Micah Micah Thorner is a travel agent at LuxRally Travel, with bases in the Bay Area/Santa Cruz, California, and The Hague, Netherlands. Specializing in family trips, European getaways, extraordinary journeys to exotic destinations, Asian adventures, and cruises, Micah brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Micah’s journey into the world of travel began three decades ago when they were tasked with planning three distinct honeymoons for a government official. This challenging assignment required them to navigate language barriers, international dialing codes, visa applications, charter contracts, travel insurance, currency exchange, corporate travel rules, and time zone differences. This experience sparked a passion for travel planning, leading to a career that has spanned over 100 countries and countless meticulously planned itineraries. Micah’s professional background includes serving as a special assistant to government officials and global legal/business leaders, completing law school, and working as a lawyer in the U.S. and Europe. Their role as legal attaché to the Secretary General of an intergovernmental organization in The Hague involved planning, managing, and accompanying delegations to various diplomatic engagements around the world. These experiences honed their skills in mitigating and resolving travel emergencies, ensuring clients always felt secure and well-cared for. Micah’s expertise extends beyond travel planning to include event planning, scheduling, contract negotiation, and knowledge of existing treaties, consumer protection rules, marketing regulations, and global financial systems. Their comprehensive skill set allows them to help clients get everything they want and deserve from their travel experiences. Upcoming trips for Micah include a side trip to Crete while spending the summer in Holland, an adventure in Bali, and a cruise from the Middle East to Seychelles, Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Mauritius. Become a Client Need more information? Check out our New Client FAQs Best Form of Contact* What is your budget?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. Become a Client What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. Leave a Review For Your Agent Have you worked with a LuxRally Travel agent? Leave a review to help build their reputation. Submit Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

  • Let's Book Your Celebrity Cruise | LuxRally Travel

    Ready to Book Your Celebrity Cruise? Maximum OBC. Reservation Assistance. No Fees. No Membership. Global Connections. A Full-Service Travel Agency. Get a Free Travel Agent Drone footage from the South Beach Seafood Festival. Stay in the Loop on Cruise Deals. Join Our Facebook Group Never Overpay or Receive Poor Service Again Remember us? We were the people with the red "Ask Us About Cruise Deals" hats at the South Beach Seafood Festival . Our LuxRally Travel team was selected as the official agency partner for Celebrity Cruises . If you cruise or travel ever, connect with us to upgrade your travel experiences. We have the connections to make your next trip seamless. Our services are free, always. We never charge fees or membership and always advocate for our clients. Read Our New Client FAQs Our Team From the SOBE Event Recognize any of these friendly faces? If so make sure to select them when completing our new client form. Get a Free Travel Agent Justin Healy Luxury Travel Agent Derek Van Den Top Luxury Travel Agent Tammi Meisel Luxury Travel Agent Steven Sheldon Luxury Travel Agent Brian Rowe Luxury Travel Agent, Lead Agent Mentor Alec Gutierrez Luxury Travel Agent, Lead Agent Mentor Kody Michal Luxury Travel Agent Become a Client Maximize Your Next Cruise Ready to take the next steps? ​ Complete our new client form and you'll wonder how you ever traveled without us. Best Form of Contact* Already working with an agent?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. FAQ Join Our Insider Cruise Deals Facebook Group Join a community of fellow cruisers and receive access to exclusive LuxRally Travel offers from Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Silver Sea. Join the Facebook Group

  • Jessica Lattimore | Luxury Travel Agent

    How Does it Work ? Using a travel agent is easy. To begin, complete our new client form. From there, your dedicated agent will contact you through your preferred communication method for more information. We can discuss trips through text, phone, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or whatever your preference may be. Once your agent has your information they will double-check for best price and value across multiple tools only accessible to travel agents. After providing you a quote and receiving your approval, your agent will book and manage your trip. You will save time, money and have an overall better experience with one of our industry insiders overseeing your trip. Become a Client Where is this? Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Tuscany Jessica Lattimore Luxury Travel Agent Email Jessica Jessica Lattimore is a Luxury Travel Agent at LuxRally Travel, based in Dallas, Texas. With a specialization in Group Travel Trips and All-Inclusive Resorts, Jessica has established herself as an expert in creating personalized travel experiences. Her passion for exploring new destinations ignited in 2009 when she embarked on her first international trip. Since then, Jessica has continuously sought out adventures that have enriched her understanding of people, cultures, and life-changing experiences. Jessica thrives on uncovering hidden gems and designing unique journeys that take travelers beyond tourist hotspots. She firmly believes that exploring the world doesn't have to break the bank, and excels in creating cost-effective yet incredible travel experiences. One of Jessica's specialties is creating unforgettable group travel experiences that foster lifelong memories. Whether you're traveling alone or with a group, Jessica understands your travel aspirations and tailors each trip to create a truly unique experience. As a newcomer to the industry, Jessica's enthusiasm drives her to explore the latest travel trends and destinations, offering fresh ideas and new experiences to her clients. She is committed to creating a luxury experience that fully immerses travelers in the culture while ensuring a stress-free travel experience. Embark on an exciting journey together with Jessica Lattimore. Contact her today and let her start planning your next adventure! Become a Client Need more information? Check out our New Client FAQs Best Form of Contact* What is your budget?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. Become a Client What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. Leave a Review For Your Agent Have you worked with a LuxRally Travel agent? Leave a review to help build their reputation. Submit Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

  • Jeff Swenson | Luxury Travel Agent

    How Does it Work ? Using a travel agent is easy. To begin, complete our new client form. From there, your dedicated agent will contact you through your preferred communication method for more information. We can discuss trips through text, phone, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or whatever your preference may be. Once your agent has your information they will double-check for best price and value across multiple tools only accessible to travel agents. After providing you a quote and receiving your approval, your agent will book and manage your trip. You will save time, money and have an overall better experience with one of our industry insiders overseeing your trip. Become a Client Where is this? Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Tuscany Jeff Swenson Luxury Travel Agent Email Jeff Meet Jeff Swenson, your go-to travel agent based in Woodland Park, Colorado, USA. From the vibrant streets of Mexico to the ancient ruins of Peru, Jeff specializes in crafting unforgettable adventures across Central America, Europe, and beyond. Born and raised on a farm in Minnesota, Jeff's entrepreneurial spirit sparked at a young age when he launched his first business selling jawbreakers out of a spare locker in elementary school. Since then, he has explored nearly every continent, with plans to conquer Antarctica and Australia in 2025. Despite his global travels, Jeff's heart remains in the Caribbean and Mexico. He's captivated by the crystal-clear waters, the aroma of al pastor sizzling on the grill, and the soothing ocean breeze. Jeff's passion for these destinations shines through in every trip he plans, ensuring his clients experience a slice of paradise wherever they go. For personalized travel experiences and expert guidance, trust Jeff Swenson to turn your wanderlust dreams into reality. Become a Client Need more information? Check out our New Client FAQs Best Form of Contact* What is your budget?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. Become a Client What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. Leave a Review For Your Agent Have you worked with a LuxRally Travel agent? Leave a review to help build their reputation. Submit Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

  • Ruby Hamacher | Luxury Travel Agent

    How Does it Work ? Using a travel agent is easy. To begin, complete our new client form. From there, your dedicated agent will contact you through your preferred communication method for more information. We can discuss trips through text, phone, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or whatever your preference may be. Once your agent has your information they will double-check for best price and value across multiple tools only accessible to travel agents. After providing you a quote and receiving your approval, your agent will book and manage your trip. You will save time, money and have an overall better experience with one of our industry insiders overseeing your trip. Become a Client Where is this? Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Tuscany Ruby Hamacher Luxury Travel Agent Email Ruby Hailing from Michigan, USA, Ruby Hamacher is a seasoned travel consultant with over 20 years of experience in international travel. Her passion for exploring the world sparked at the tender age of 17 with a road trip across America, followed by an adventurous journey across Africa at 19. Since then, she has set foot on five out of the seven continents and immersed herself in various cultures. Ruby lived in Spain during her college years, which further broadened her horizons and deepened her understanding of different cultures. Specializing in making luxury travel accessible to all, she focuses on providing clients with authentic experiences at each destination. Whether it's adventure, culture, or foodie tours, Ruby offers tailored itinerary recommendations to suit each client's preferences. Her expertise extends to planning dreamy girls' group trips that perfectly blend luxury and adventure. She also has substantial experience in organizing all-inclusive, couples, and multi-generational family trips, as well as arranging longer-term stays. When not planning trips for others, Ruby loves traveling with her three teenagers or her best friends. However, she is equally comfortable with solo travel. In 2023 alone, she was on 80+ flights, gathering a wealth of travel tips along the way, which she happily shares with her clients. In addition to her extensive travel experience, Ruby's role as a national consulting expert equips her with the skills to provide a customized and curated experience for each client. Her flexible approach allows her to assist clients in planning everything from quick weekend getaways to multi-week experiences of a lifetime. As for her upcoming trips, Ruby has plans to visit the Canary Islands, Iceland, the Dominican Republic, Switzerland, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and Zambia. With each new destination, she continues to expand her knowledge and expertise, ensuring her clients receive the best advice and service possible. Become a Client Need more information? Check out our New Client FAQs Best Form of Contact* What is your budget?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. Become a Client What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. Leave a Review For Your Agent Have you worked with a LuxRally Travel agent? Leave a review to help build their reputation. Submit Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

  • Zack Elizondo | Luxury Travel Agent

    How Does it Work ? Using a travel agent is easy. To begin, complete our new client form. From there, your dedicated agent will contact you through your preferred communication method for more information. We can discuss trips through text, phone, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or whatever your preference may be. Once your agent has your information they will double-check for best price and value across multiple tools only accessible to travel agents. After providing you a quote and receiving your approval, your agent will book and manage your trip. You will save time, money and have an overall better experience with one of our industry insiders overseeing your trip. Become a Client Where is this? Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Tuscany Zack Elizondo Luxury Travel Agent Email Zack Bio coming soon. Become a Client Need more information? Check out our New Client FAQs Best Form of Contact* What is your budget?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. Become a Client What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. Leave a Review For Your Agent Have you worked with a LuxRally Travel agent? Leave a review to help build their reputation. Submit Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

  • Grand Hotel Tremezzo | LuxRally Travel

    Grand Hotel Tremezzo Perched majestically on the western shores of Lake Como, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo is a beacon of luxury and elegance. With azure waters stretching towards the town of Bellagio and the Grigne mountains, it presents a picture of serenity and grandeur. Inaugurated in 1910 by Enea Gandola and his wife, Maria Orsolini, this luxury hotel was designed to serve the crème de la crème of the belle époque era. Over a century later, it continues to be managed by the same family, retaining its old-world charm and elegance. Maria Orsolini, a shrewd businesswoman, was considered a pioneer for her insistence on introducing modern amenities such as electric elevators, central heating, and an en-suite bathroom in every room. Her audacious spirit and high standards have endured through time, reflected in the blend of classic and contemporary aesthetics and personalized service of the hotel’s 90 rooms and suites, two private villas, and five restaurants. The Grand Hotel Tremezzo is a quintessential representation of Italian heritage, highlighting local craftsmanship and tradition. It showcases Como silk, restorations by local artisans, and the preservation of a vast botanical park and garden. The hotel celebrates its Italianità (Italian spirit) by incorporating local products whenever possible. The skincare brands at T Spa, the leisure couture at the gift shop, the exclusive Aqua di Como bath line in the rooms, and the Italian-only wine list at L’Escale Trattoria & Wine Bar all bear testimony to this commitment. The hotel offers several swimming options, including the tranquil Flowers Pool in the garden, the spa’s infinity pool, and the unique WOW (Water-on-the-Water) pool. This floating oasis on Lake Como boasts uninterrupted mountain views from the comfort of its blue waters. Romance thrives in every corner of the Grand Hotel Tremezzo. The staff can help arrange a marriage proposal, a boat cruise for two, or a day at the couples-only day spa. Guests can also take a picture in front of the Fontana della Felicita (“The Fountain of Happiness”), a mosaic-tiled cascade by Italian architect Ico Parisi located at the entrance of the hotel’s park. According to legend, having your picture taken in front of this water feature guarantees lifelong happiness. The hotel is nestled within one of Lake Como’s largest private botanical gardens, offering a haven for rare and tropical flowers, olive groves, and breathtaking panoramas. A stroll through these grounds is a must for any visitor. The Grand Hotel Tremezzo shuts down each winter (from mid-November to late March/early April) for refurbishment, ensuring that the property always looks pristine. Guests can arrive in style, either by motorboat at the hotel’s private pier or by air with the helipad just a 10-minute drive away. The hotel also offers private lake tours aboard its water limousines, a luxurious version of Venetian water taxis. Children are welcome here, with a Kids’ Club, daily activities, children's robes, and special in-room amenities designed for their enjoyment. The hotel is also pet-friendly, offering a pet menu at its restaurants. Each room and suite at the Grand Hotel Tremezzo features sophisticated interior design, with some rooms like the rooftop penthouse offering a more contemporary flair. All rooms provide mesmerizing lake or garden views. The hotel’s signature Dream Sleep combination ensures a comfortable stay, featuring silky linens made of natural Norwegian birch fiber weave, a 15-inch cloudy mattress, and a feather mat. Adjacent to the hotel is Villa Carlotta, an 18th-century mansion-turned-museum housing Italian artwork and a 20-acre botanical garden. The charming villages of Bellagio and Varenna are just a short ferry ride away. The villa featured in the 2006 James Bond film Casino Royale and Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones, Villa del Balbianello, is now a museum showcasing the lavish lifestyle of 18th-century Lake Como residents. For the adventurous, the six-mile Greenway Lake Como trail offers stunning views and a good workout. Explore the Brand Preferred Hotels & Resorts represents the finest and most diverse global portfolio of independent hotels and independent hotel experiences. With more than 700 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 80 countries, each property in this collection maintains the high standards for quality and luxury that Preferred Hotels & Resorts requires. From historic landmark properties, urban retreats, resort destinations, and private island escapes, guests can enjoy the benefits of I Prefer Hotel Rewards, the world's first global points-based loyalty program for independent hotels. Examples of brands in the Preferred Hotels consortium include Wynn Resorts , Montage Hotels & Resorts , Velas Resorts , Swire Hotels , New Otani Hotels , Kempinski Hotels , and Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts . Whether you're seeking a serene oasis or an exciting adventure, Preferred Hotels & Resorts offers locations in prime spots around the globe, ensuring a memorable travel experience tailored to your personal style. Luxrally Travel to get Preferred Hotels & Resorts Benefits on your next stay. Cinnamon Ellaidhoo Read More Embudu Village Read More Kurumba Maldives Read More 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 ... 34 Ready to book? Upgrade your trip with LuxRally Travel Get a Free Travel Agent Why LuxRally Travel Should Be Your Go-To Luxury Travel Agency Are you a luxury traveler looking for your next unforgettable getaway? Look no further than LuxRally Travel, the premier luxury travel agency that offers zero fees, no membership requirements, and five-star service. With LuxRally Travel, you can leave all the intricate details to us and focus on enjoying your well-deserved vacation. Our exceptional services come at no extra cost to you, making LuxRally Travel the ideal choice for those seeking unparalleled luxury experiences. ​ Access Unbeatable Offers and Perks LuxRally Travel's extensive connections in the travel industry allow us to bring you unbeatable offers and perks. Say goodbye to settling for mediocre accommodations and mundane experiences. With our well-traveled advisors, who have personally explored the world's most desirable destinations, you can trust their recommendations to cut through the noise of luxury mimicry. LuxRally Travel ensures that every aspect of your trip is tailor-made to meet your desires and exceed your expectations. ​ Full-Service Travel Management One of the key reasons to book your next trip with LuxRally Travel is our comprehensive range of services. Whether you need assistance with hotel planning and booking, flights and private charters, cruises and yacht rentals, car rentals and chauffeur services, restaurant reservations, tour and excursion planning, or train routes and bookings, we've got you covered. We take care of every detail so that you can relax and enjoy your journey to the fullest. ​ Unmatched Value Propositions At LuxRally Travel, we believe in providing unmatched value to our clients. When you book with us, you gain access to a host of exclusive value propositions available at most properties. These include: No Service or Membership Fees, Ever: We prioritize transparency and fairness, ensuring that you never have to pay any additional fees for our services. A Dedicated Travel Agent Who's Always Just a Text Away: Our experienced travel agents are readily available to assist you throughout your journey, providing personalized recommendations and resolving any concerns. Free Breakfast For Two Daily at Most Properties: Start your day with a complimentary breakfast included in your stay. Early Check-in / Late Check-Out, If Available: Enjoy the flexibility of early check-in or late check-out, subject to availability. Complimentary Upgrade Upon Arrival, If Available: Indulge in an upgraded room or suite upon arrival, if available. Welcome Amenity Upon Arrival and a $100 Resort Credit: Experience a warm welcome with a special amenity and enjoy a $100 resort credit on us. Special Rates From Vendors In The World's Most Desirable Destinations: Through our extensive connections, we secure special rates from vendors in the world's most desirable destinations for our valued clients. Forbes Five Star Trained Concierge Team Available for Penthouse Bookings: Elevate your luxury experience with the assistance of our in-house Forbes Five-Star trained concierge team. ​ Expert Group Booking and Incentive Trip Negotiation LuxRally Travel excels in expertly negotiating group rates and handling incentive trips. We have built our reputation as the go-to agency for group bookings, handling everything from large corporate incentive trips to weddings and exotic car rallies. By employing aggressive negotiating tactics, our LuxRally Travel Advisors consistently secure contracts at 20-50% below Average Daily Rate (ADR). Let our experienced team streamline your next group accommodations, relieving your in-house staff of logistical burdens and negotiation complexities. ​ Leisure Travel Tailored to You Whether you're seeking suite negotiation, bespoke itineraries, or maximum benefits, LuxRally Travel is here to make your leisure travel dreams a reality. We specialize in booking everything from hotels and cruises to tours and transportation. Your dedicated travel agent will take into account your budget, dates, and desires, guiding you toward your dream destination with ease. By choosing LuxRally Travel, you'll not only qualify for exclusive benefits such as free upgrades and early/late check-out but also gain access to our in-house Forbes Five-Star trained concierge team. ​ Not Just Your Typical Travel Agency At LuxRally Travel, we pride ourselves on being far from ordinary. Our roots can be traced back to LuxRally, a Luxury Exotic Car Rally that offered Forbes Five-Star hotel accommodations and Michelin Rated dining venues. From these beginnings, we have evolved into the most disruptive travel agency in the world. Our dedication to providing exceptional luxury experiences sets us apart, catering to those who crave adventure, opulence, and extravagance. ​ Why Wait? For luxury travelers seeking unforgettable experiences, LuxRally Travel is the ultimate choice. With zero fees, no membership requirements, and five-star service, we handle every aspect of your trip to ensure a seamless and extraordinary journey. From our unbeatable offers and perks to our expert group booking and incentive trip negotiation, LuxRally Travel exceeds expectations at every turn. Book with us today and embark on a luxury travel experience like no other. ​ Q&A Section Q: How does LuxRally Travel secure exclusive value propositions at most properties? A: Through our extensive connections and reputation in the industry, we negotiate special rates and perks that are passed on to our valued clients. ​ Q: Can I reach out to my dedicated travel agent for assistance during my trip? A: Absolutely! Your dedicated travel agent is just a text away, ready to provide recommendations and resolve any concerns throughout your journey. ​ Q: What sets LuxRally Travel apart from other travel agencies? A: LuxRally Travel goes beyond the ordinary, specializing in luxury experiences with a focus on exotic cars, luxury hotels, and eccentric travelers. We strive to disrupt the industry and provide unparalleled service to our clients. Discover More From Luxury Trains to Machu Picchu to Cooking Classes in Michelin Star Restaurants, Our Travel Guide is Just a Taste of the Knowledge Our Travel Advisors Can Offer. Explore the Travel Guide

  • Kay Persing | Luxury Travel Agent

    How Does it Work ? Using a travel agent is easy. To begin, complete our new client form. From there, your dedicated agent will contact you through your preferred communication method for more information. We can discuss trips through text, phone, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or whatever your preference may be. Once your agent has your information they will double-check for best price and value across multiple tools only accessible to travel agents. After providing you a quote and receiving your approval, your agent will book and manage your trip. You will save time, money and have an overall better experience with one of our industry insiders overseeing your trip. Become a Client Where is this? Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Tuscany Kay Persing Luxury Travel Agent Email Kay Kay Persing is a dedicated travel agent at LuxRally Travel, based in the vibrant city of Charlotte, NC. With roots in Pittsburgh, PA, Kay's love for exploration and adventure has been a constant companion throughout her life. Married with two children, she frequently journeys to Denver, CO to visit her adult daughter, embracing the diverse seasonal activities the Rockies have to offer, from snowboarding to hiking. Kay's transition from a seasoned manager to a travel agent was fueled by her extensive travel experiences and her innate ability to organize and communicate effectively. Her travels have taken her across the globe to iconic destinations such as Paris, London, and Munich, as well as to numerous cities within the United States, including Seattle, San Francisco, and New York. This breadth of travel has endowed Kay with a rich perspective on the nuances of various cultures and locales. At LuxRally Travel, Kay leverages her managerial skills to craft personalized itineraries that surpass client expectations. She believes in meticulous planning and open communication, ensuring that every trip detail is tailored to her clients' unique preferences and interests. Whether it's a cultural deep dive or a tranquil getaway, Kay is committed to delivering an exceptional travel experience. Kay is not only a travel agent but also a trusted advisor, always ready to offer insights, answer questions, and navigate any challenges with poise. Her upcoming trips include a family vacation to Punta Cana, a visit to Chicago in July, a wedding in San Francisco in August, and a trip to Calgary in June 2025 for the Rotary International Convention. Her favorite travel destinations reflect her versatile interests: the mountainous landscapes of Estes Park, the sandy beaches of St. Pete, and the festive atmosphere of Munich during Oktoberfest. As Kay continues to build her expertise in the travel industry, her passion for creating unforgettable memories shines through, making her an invaluable asset to travelers seeking a seamless and enriching journey. Become a Client Need more information? Check out our New Client FAQs Best Form of Contact* What is your budget?* Submit Your dedicated agent will reach out shortly. Become a Client What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request. How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch. What other costs might I incur as an agent with LuxRally Travel? We do not charge any annual or monthly fees to our agent. The only cost that our agents are liable for is an annual payment of $51.50, payable directly to the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. We provide assistance to our agents to ensure they understand which payment needs to be made to remain an active agent. Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones. Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining. How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt. Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip. What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector. Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program. Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals. What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent. Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required. What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback. What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals. What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone. Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents. What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program. What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours. Leave a Review For Your Agent Have you worked with a LuxRally Travel agent? Leave a review to help build their reputation. Submit Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!

  • Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai | LuxRally Travel

    Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai is a luxury hotel located in the heart of one of China's premier cities, offering guests an unforgettable stay experience. The hotel is set in a vibrant and bustling neighborhood, which enhances its appeal and provides an array of attractions to explore. Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai is a luxury hotel located in the heart of one of China's premier cities, offering guests an unforgettable stay experience. The hotel is set in a vibrant and bustling neighborhood, which enhances its appeal and provides an array of attractions to explore. Hotel Overview The Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai offers sophisticated yet relaxed sophistication with stylish decor and understated elegance throughout the public areas. Guests can enjoy the modernistic architecture combined with the traditional Chinese heritage to create a unique blend of old and new-world ambiance. The rooms are equipped with all the amenities that you would expect from a luxurious establishment, such as high-speed internet, flat-screen televisions, and luxury bathrooms featuring rain showers, soaking tubs, and marble vanity units. History The hotel was designed by renowned contemporary architect Jean Nouvel whose vision for the project was to bring together Chinese culture and modern design. The building is entirely framed by steel rods on its exterior façade, creating an elegant grid pattern across the entire structure. On completion, it quickly gained a reputation for being one of the top hotels in Shanghai and continues to attract many business travelers from around the world today. Hotel Amenities At Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai, guests are treated to world-class service, starting at check-in, where staff will be more than happy to help arrange any travel plans that you may have before or upon arrival at the hotel. Guests can also take advantage of their selection of restaurants located onsite, which offer delicious international cuisines and modern takes on classic Chinese dishes. Lastly, don't forget to take some time out to relax at their spa center located on-site, featuring multiple massage treatments as well as other pampering services such as facials or manicures/pedicures. Explore Shanghai For those staying at Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai, they will find themselves within easy walking distance of some of the most popular hotspots in town while still having access to quieter spots ideal for taking a relaxing stroll or enjoying some peaceful moments away from the hustle and bustle of downtown life. Nearby attractions include shopping malls filled with designer stores as well as small local markets selling everything from souvenirs to fresh produce. There is plenty for visitors to do here, whether you're interested in visiting historical sites or taking part in modern-day activities like rock climbing at Shiliupu Zoo Park! Book Your Next Andaz Trip With a Hyatt Privé Agent Booking with LuxRally Travel brings a multitude of advantages due to its participation in the Hyatt Privé program . Guests of this program are eligible for complimentary breakfast for two daily, preferential room upgrades when available, a quarterly $100 credit to be used at the spa or restaurant, early check-in and late check-out when available, free Wi-Fi in their rooms, special welcome amenities, and unparalleled VIP service. These benefits make LuxRally Travel an optimal choice for those seeking an elevated luxury experience. You May Also Be Interested In: Experience the Vibrant World of Andaz Hotels: A Comprehensive Overview of All Properties Explore the Brand Andaz Hotels is a luxury boutique hotel brand owned by Hyatt , renowned worldwide for its unique, immersive experiences that are deeply rooted in the local culture of each destination. The name 'Andaz' means 'personal style' in Hindi, reflecting the brand's commitment to creating a personalized stay for every guest. Each Andaz hotel showcases local art, uses regionally sourced ingredients in its culinary offerings, and provides guests with insider access to local experiences. From the vibrant nightlife in London to the serene beaches in Maui, Andaz Hotels offer a distinctive blend of sophistication and casual elegance, inviting guests to explore the world through a different lens. Book with Luxrally Travel to get Hyatt Privé Benefits on your next stay. Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort Read More Andaz Napa Read More Andaz West Hollywood Read More 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Ready to book? Upgrade your trip with LuxRally Travel Get a Free Travel Agent Why LuxRally Travel Should Be Your Go-To Luxury Travel Agency Are you a luxury traveler looking for your next unforgettable getaway? Look no further than LuxRally Travel, the premier luxury travel agency that offers zero fees, no membership requirements, and five-star service. With LuxRally Travel, you can leave all the intricate details to us and focus on enjoying your well-deserved vacation. Our exceptional services come at no extra cost to you, making LuxRally Travel the ideal choice for those seeking unparalleled luxury experiences. ​ Access Unbeatable Offers and Perks LuxRally Travel's extensive connections in the travel industry allow us to bring you unbeatable offers and perks. Say goodbye to settling for mediocre accommodations and mundane experiences. With our well-traveled advisors, who have personally explored the world's most desirable destinations, you can trust their recommendations to cut through the noise of luxury mimicry. LuxRally Travel ensures that every aspect of your trip is tailor-made to meet your desires and exceed your expectations. ​ Full-Service Travel Management One of the key reasons to book your next trip with LuxRally Travel is our comprehensive range of services. Whether you need assistance with hotel planning and booking, flights and private charters, cruises and yacht rentals, car rentals and chauffeur services, restaurant reservations, tour and excursion planning, or train routes and bookings, we've got you covered. We take care of every detail so that you can relax and enjoy your journey to the fullest. ​ Unmatched Value Propositions At LuxRally Travel, we believe in providing unmatched value to our clients. When you book with us, you gain access to a host of exclusive value propositions available at most properties. These include: No Service or Membership Fees, Ever: We prioritize transparency and fairness, ensuring that you never have to pay any additional fees for our services. A Dedicated Travel Agent Who's Always Just a Text Away: Our experienced travel agents are readily available to assist you throughout your journey, providing personalized recommendations and resolving any concerns. Free Breakfast For Two Daily at Most Properties: Start your day with a complimentary breakfast included in your stay. Early Check-in / Late Check-Out, If Available: Enjoy the flexibility of early check-in or late check-out, subject to availability. Complimentary Upgrade Upon Arrival, If Available: Indulge in an upgraded room or suite upon arrival, if available. Welcome Amenity Upon Arrival and a $100 Resort Credit: Experience a warm welcome with a special amenity and enjoy a $100 resort credit on us. Special Rates From Vendors In The World's Most Desirable Destinations: Through our extensive connections, we secure special rates from vendors in the world's most desirable destinations for our valued clients. Forbes Five Star Trained Concierge Team Available for Penthouse Bookings: Elevate your luxury experience with the assistance of our in-house Forbes Five-Star trained concierge team. ​ Expert Group Booking and Incentive Trip Negotiation LuxRally Travel excels in expertly negotiating group rates and handling incentive trips. We have built our reputation as the go-to agency for group bookings, handling everything from large corporate incentive trips to weddings and exotic car rallies. By employing aggressive negotiating tactics, our LuxRally Travel Advisors consistently secure contracts at 20-50% below Average Daily Rate (ADR). Let our experienced team streamline your next group accommodations, relieving your in-house staff of logistical burdens and negotiation complexities. ​ Leisure Travel Tailored to You Whether you're seeking suite negotiation, bespoke itineraries, or maximum benefits, LuxRally Travel is here to make your leisure travel dreams a reality. We specialize in booking everything from hotels and cruises to tours and transportation. Your dedicated travel agent will take into account your budget, dates, and desires, guiding you toward your dream destination with ease. By choosing LuxRally Travel, you'll not only qualify for exclusive benefits such as free upgrades and early/late check-out but also gain access to our in-house Forbes Five-Star trained concierge team. ​ Not Just Your Typical Travel Agency At LuxRally Travel, we pride ourselves on being far from ordinary. Our roots can be traced back to LuxRally, a Luxury Exotic Car Rally that offered Forbes Five-Star hotel accommodations and Michelin Rated dining venues. From these beginnings, we have evolved into the most disruptive travel agency in the world. Our dedication to providing exceptional luxury experiences sets us apart, catering to those who crave adventure, opulence, and extravagance. ​ Why Wait? For luxury travelers seeking unforgettable experiences, LuxRally Travel is the ultimate choice. With zero fees, no membership requirements, and five-star service, we handle every aspect of your trip to ensure a seamless and extraordinary journey. From our unbeatable offers and perks to our expert group booking and incentive trip negotiation, LuxRally Travel exceeds expectations at every turn. Book with us today and embark on a luxury travel experience like no other. ​ Q&A Section Q: How does LuxRally Travel secure exclusive value propositions at most properties? A: Through our extensive connections and reputation in the industry, we negotiate special rates and perks that are passed on to our valued clients. ​ Q: Can I reach out to my dedicated travel agent for assistance during my trip? A: Absolutely! Your dedicated travel agent is just a text away, ready to provide recommendations and resolve any concerns throughout your journey. ​ Q: What sets LuxRally Travel apart from other travel agencies? A: LuxRally Travel goes beyond the ordinary, specializing in luxury experiences with a focus on exotic cars, luxury hotels, and eccentric travelers. We strive to disrupt the industry and provide unparalleled service to our clients. Discover More From Luxury Trains to Machu Picchu to Cooking Classes in Michelin Star Restaurants, Our Travel Guide is Just a Taste of the Knowledge Our Travel Advisors Can Offer. Explore the Travel Guide

  • White Barn Inn - Coastal Maine's Iconic Luxury Inn | LuxRally Travel

    White Barn Inn Coastal luxury and timeless grace await you at White Barn Inn in the beautiful coastal town of Kennebunk. For over 150 years, this beloved local landmark has been synonymous with warm New England hospitality, rustic charm, and uncompromising attention to detail. It is renowned as one of the country's most distinctive getaways, just a 90 minute drive north of Boston. At the White Barn Restaurant, award-winning dining and expertly choreographed service unfold. Revel in a world of unending pleasures with cozy winter ski trips or summer excursions around Maine's beautiful backcountry - all within easy reach of this charming resort. Hotel Overview Coastal luxury and timeless grace await you at White Barn Inn in the beautiful coastal town of Kennebunk. For over 150 years, this beloved local landmark has been synonymous with warm New England hospitality, rustic charm, and uncompromising attention to detail. It is renowned as one of the country's most distinctive getaways, just a 90 minute drive north of Boston. At the White Barn Restaurant, award-winning dining and expertly choreographed service unfold. Revel in a world of unending pleasures with cozy winter ski trips or summer excursions around Maine's beautiful backcountry - all within easy reach of this charming Forbes Five-Star resort. History White Barn Inn has been a favorite for both locals and visitors for more than a century-and-a-half now. Founded by John Boyle in 1868 and originally serving as a blacksmith shop, it soon evolved into an elegant hotel offering luxurious accommodations to its guests. In 1906, the property was bought by Augustus Thompson, who renamed it White Barn Inn; he renovated it by adding additional buildings while maintaining its historic charm and elegance. The inn has since become an iconic landmark in Kennebunk – known for its warm hospitality and stunning setting that seamlessly combines rustic elements with modern amenities. Hotel Amenities At White Barn Inn, guests can indulge in heavenly pampering with treatments designed to rebalance, rejuvenate and revitalize at the spa, which is frequently named one of the best spas in Maine and open to both inn guests and day visitors. Treatments include: Raindrop therapy based on Native American wellness traditions. Age-defying facials that incorporate a high-frequency electrical current treatment. Thai Yoga massage that combines passive yoga with acupressure as well as sensory rain showers & infinity-edge soaking tubs after your treatment for ultimate relaxation. Dining experiences are equally exquisite with contemporary New England cuisine rooted in local seasonal ingredients cultivated from farmers & fishermen from coastal Maine & beyond for beautifully presented dishes that perfectly capture the essence of its surroundings. Why The Resort Is A Must See The White Barn Inn offers something truly unique when it comes to lodging experiences: firstly, they have incomparable hospitality standards coupled with welcoming rooms & suites all individually decorated - merging rustic touches along with modern luxuries, turning them into comfortable homes away from home that also provide spectacular views of the coast or surrounding gardens. But even more special are their culinary & spa offerings, making them stand out amongst other resorts: enjoy cooking alongside Executive Chef Mathew Wolf, who specializes in fine dining & seasonal cooking, taking locally sourced ingredients to create taste bud dazzling dishes. Or relax at their spa, which boasts incredible treatments for mental & physical wellbeing. Explore Kennebunk Kennebunk, Maine, is a beautiful town situated on the coast of the Gulf of Maine. It has a long and rich history, being settled in 1653 by English colonists. The small city boasts charming streets lined with colonial homes, quaint shops and restaurants, art galleries, and museums. Those who visit Kennebunk are treated to stunning views of Casco Bay and enjoy its many wonderful beaches, perfect for taking a relaxing stroll or spending an afternoon exploring tide pools. Kennebunk truly is an idyllic destination for anyone looking to explore the beauty and culture of New England! Gain Additional Benefits by Booking with LuxRally Travel Booking with LuxRally Travel, a member of the Travel Leader Network , provides access to special rates and benefits that make traveling more enjoyable. Benefits include: VIP amenity valued at $100 Complimentary breakfast for two daily Additional amenity for suite bookings (at participating properties) Upgrade upon availability Welcome amenity (at participating properties) Early check-in upon availability Late check-out upon availability Complimentary Wi-Fi These additional benefits may be offered at each participating location, so clients of LuxRally Travel enjoy all of these advantages without any additional cost. There are no membership, sign-up or service fees ever. The Travel Leaders Network is an extensive travel agency network that offers members an abundance of quality travel services and resources. With a nationwide network of 40,000 travel agents across the United States and Canada, the Travel Leaders Network brings magnitude when negotiating prices and advantages. Whether it's a romantic break or a large corporate gathering, LuxRally's relationship with Travel Leaders Network guarantees members will get the most competitive rates and benefits. Booking with LuxRally travel is always the best option. Our travel agents have access to special rates and benefits, as well as key contacts at every hotel that can quickly make your stay as easy and enjoyable as possible. Furthermore, we make communication hassle-free by conforming to our client's preferred methods, whether it be texting, phone calls, Whatsapp, or Facebook messages. For our VIP customers, we also offer an in-house Forbes Five Star concierge team for an extra luxurious experience. You May Also Be Interested In: Unveiling the Charm of Auberge Resorts Collection: A Comprehensive Overview of All Properties Explore the Brand Auberge Resorts Collection is a renowned luxury hospitality brand offering one-of-a-kind experiences in storied destinations across the globe. With its portfolio of award-winning hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs, Auberge Resorts Collection has established its presence in some of the world's most desirable destinations. From Napa Valley in California to the Big Island in Hawaii, Aspen in Colorado to Park City in Utah, each location offers unique experiences and exceptional service. The collection includes 26 unique luxury hotels and resorts, each with its distinct charm and character. Known for their unparalleled experiences, locations like the Mauna Lani in Hawaii and Esperanza in Mexico are part of this illustrious collection. Whether it's the breathtaking views, the luxurious amenities, or the immersive cultural experiences, a stay at any Auberge Resorts Collection property promises to be unforgettable. Book with Luxrally Travel to get Travel Leaders Network Benefits on your next stay. Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection Read More Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection Read More Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection Read More 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ... 8 Ready to book? Upgrade your trip with LuxRally Travel Get a Free Travel Agent Why LuxRally Travel Should Be Your Go-To Luxury Travel Agency Are you a luxury traveler looking for your next unforgettable getaway? Look no further than LuxRally Travel, the premier luxury travel agency that offers zero fees, no membership requirements, and five-star service. With LuxRally Travel, you can leave all the intricate details to us and focus on enjoying your well-deserved vacation. Our exceptional services come at no extra cost to you, making LuxRally Travel the ideal choice for those seeking unparalleled luxury experiences. ​ Access Unbeatable Offers and Perks LuxRally Travel's extensive connections in the travel industry allow us to bring you unbeatable offers and perks. Say goodbye to settling for mediocre accommodations and mundane experiences. With our well-traveled advisors, who have personally explored the world's most desirable destinations, you can trust their recommendations to cut through the noise of luxury mimicry. LuxRally Travel ensures that every aspect of your trip is tailor-made to meet your desires and exceed your expectations. ​ Full-Service Travel Management One of the key reasons to book your next trip with LuxRally Travel is our comprehensive range of services. Whether you need assistance with hotel planning and booking, flights and private charters, cruises and yacht rentals, car rentals and chauffeur services, restaurant reservations, tour and excursion planning, or train routes and bookings, we've got you covered. We take care of every detail so that you can relax and enjoy your journey to the fullest. ​ Unmatched Value Propositions At LuxRally Travel, we believe in providing unmatched value to our clients. When you book with us, you gain access to a host of exclusive value propositions available at most properties. These include: No Service or Membership Fees, Ever: We prioritize transparency and fairness, ensuring that you never have to pay any additional fees for our services. A Dedicated Travel Agent Who's Always Just a Text Away: Our experienced travel agents are readily available to assist you throughout your journey, providing personalized recommendations and resolving any concerns. Free Breakfast For Two Daily at Most Properties: Start your day with a complimentary breakfast included in your stay. Early Check-in / Late Check-Out, If Available: Enjoy the flexibility of early check-in or late check-out, subject to availability. Complimentary Upgrade Upon Arrival, If Available: Indulge in an upgraded room or suite upon arrival, if available. Welcome Amenity Upon Arrival and a $100 Resort Credit: Experience a warm welcome with a special amenity and enjoy a $100 resort credit on us. Special Rates From Vendors In The World's Most Desirable Destinations: Through our extensive connections, we secure special rates from vendors in the world's most desirable destinations for our valued clients. Forbes Five Star Trained Concierge Team Available for Penthouse Bookings: Elevate your luxury experience with the assistance of our in-house Forbes Five-Star trained concierge team. ​ Expert Group Booking and Incentive Trip Negotiation LuxRally Travel excels in expertly negotiating group rates and handling incentive trips. We have built our reputation as the go-to agency for group bookings, handling everything from large corporate incentive trips to weddings and exotic car rallies. By employing aggressive negotiating tactics, our LuxRally Travel Advisors consistently secure contracts at 20-50% below Average Daily Rate (ADR). Let our experienced team streamline your next group accommodations, relieving your in-house staff of logistical burdens and negotiation complexities. ​ Leisure Travel Tailored to You Whether you're seeking suite negotiation, bespoke itineraries, or maximum benefits, LuxRally Travel is here to make your leisure travel dreams a reality. We specialize in booking everything from hotels and cruises to tours and transportation. Your dedicated travel agent will take into account your budget, dates, and desires, guiding you toward your dream destination with ease. By choosing LuxRally Travel, you'll not only qualify for exclusive benefits such as free upgrades and early/late check-out but also gain access to our in-house Forbes Five-Star trained concierge team. ​ Not Just Your Typical Travel Agency At LuxRally Travel, we pride ourselves on being far from ordinary. Our roots can be traced back to LuxRally, a Luxury Exotic Car Rally that offered Forbes Five-Star hotel accommodations and Michelin Rated dining venues. From these beginnings, we have evolved into the most disruptive travel agency in the world. Our dedication to providing exceptional luxury experiences sets us apart, catering to those who crave adventure, opulence, and extravagance. ​ Why Wait? For luxury travelers seeking unforgettable experiences, LuxRally Travel is the ultimate choice. With zero fees, no membership requirements, and five-star service, we handle every aspect of your trip to ensure a seamless and extraordinary journey. From our unbeatable offers and perks to our expert group booking and incentive trip negotiation, LuxRally Travel exceeds expectations at every turn. Book with us today and embark on a luxury travel experience like no other. ​ Q&A Section Q: How does LuxRally Travel secure exclusive value propositions at most properties? A: Through our extensive connections and reputation in the industry, we negotiate special rates and perks that are passed on to our valued clients. ​ Q: Can I reach out to my dedicated travel agent for assistance during my trip? A: Absolutely! Your dedicated travel agent is just a text away, ready to provide recommendations and resolve any concerns throughout your journey. ​ Q: What sets LuxRally Travel apart from other travel agencies? A: LuxRally Travel goes beyond the ordinary, specializing in luxury experiences with a focus on exotic cars, luxury hotels, and eccentric travelers. We strive to disrupt the industry and provide unparalleled service to our clients. Discover More From Luxury Trains to Machu Picchu to Cooking Classes in Michelin Star Restaurants, Our Travel Guide is Just a Taste of the Knowledge Our Travel Advisors Can Offer. Explore the Travel Guide

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