To ensure a comfortable journey, you will want to invest in a good travel purse. This is a kind of bag where you put everything that you will need for your trip. It can be a small transparent purse that contains your toiletries and can be placed inside your luggage or as big as an actual carry-all where you can put in practically everything. Travel bags these days come in a wide array of designs and forms. If you’re shopping for a good purse, here are a couple of things that you need to consider.
Pockets and compartments
A good travel purse will come with a lot of pockets and compartments where you can place small valuables like jewelry or loose change. Instead of having to fish deep into your bag each time that you need your keys, just go for a purse that has a designated compartment where you can easily access your things each time you need them.
Material and form
Go with a purse that is made of durable material. Leather or nylon would be a good choice. You can also try one that is made of waterproof material for those summer beach travels. Check the zippers and clasps to make sure that they are durable and strong enough for tough handling. It’s also a good idea to choose one that is lightweight so as to keep it from adding unnecessary weight in your luggage or carry-all.
Easy handling
When choosing a travel purse, go with a versatile design – that is, something that is easy to carry. It’s a good idea to select a bag that comes with convertible handles.
By: Ilse Hagen
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March 8th, 2010Travel Agent Classes – Special Skills That Will Get You Hired Over Other Travel Agents
March 8th, 2010
Let’s face it: education contributes to success. Travel agent classes are a great way to enter the travel industry quickly, and command a higher salary. Here is a list of classes you should consider taking if you want to become a travel agent:
Community college. Many universities offer short courses taught by an experienced travel agent (such as myself). Here you can learn the basics of the travel industry, including pricing structures, fare rules, ticketing procedures, hotel and car rentals, etc. They come in all flavors: I have them range from a one day introductory course to an intensive six week course complete with training on a GDS (Global Distribution System).
Online travel agent classes. This is a great way to save time. You can cram a six week course in half the time if you study hard enough. One of the more comprehensive places for travel agent classes online is The Travel Academy.
Global Distribution System classes. I’ve hired several travel agents in my career, and every single one of them knew how to use at least one GDS. The truth of the matter is, most employers are reluctant to hire someone without prior knowledge of their GDS (the major ones are Amadeus, Sabre and Worldspan) because the time it takes to train someone. Here’s a way to speed up the process: sign up for the tutorials these GDS providers offer on their websites, and get to studying. Then, apply for positions that currently use that GDS.
Language classes. If you are somewhat familiar with a second language, consider taking a few classes to improve your skills. You’d be amazed at how helpful it is to speak French when calling Air France, or Hebrew when speaking with a manager at El Al. One of the highest paid travel agents I’ve known speaks six languages fluently, which comes in handy!
Travel suppliers. This is an often overlooked source for education in the industry. My advice is to learn as much as you can about at least two major hotel chains (Marriot’s Hotel Excellence Program is a great place to start), two car rental providers (Hertz and Avis) and as many airlines as you can. Not only do these companies want you to learn as much about them as possible, they often extend special travel agent rates to those who have passed their classes.
As stated before, you will notice a rise in income along with a rise in your education. Study hard, learn as much as you can, and you and your clients will reap the benefits.
By: Adam Costa
