Post by Mary Stein

A GDS Primer: What is the GDS and Which Travel Agents Need It?
March 21, 2023
A GDS Primer: What is the GDS and Which Travel Agents Need It?
By Mary Stein
HAR breaks down the ins and outs of the global distribution system (GDS): What it is, who needs it, and how can travel agents book without it?
Travel Agency Franchise or Host Agency? A Crash Course
March 18, 2023
Travel Agency Franchise or Host Agency? A Crash Course
By Mary Stein
What's the best route for you? A travel agency franchise with an existing brand, going independent, or going with a host agency? Get an insider's take.
The Independent Travel Advisor Report 2022
March 07, 2023
The Independent Travel Advisor Report Summary, 2022
By Mary Stein
Read HAR's 55-pg 2022 Independent Travel Advisor Report to find the latest trends on income, fee, operations, demographics, and more among this segment.
Using a Travel Agent vs. Booking Online: An Infographic
February 01, 2023
Using a Travel Agent vs. Booking Online: An Infographic
By Mary Stein
What's the difference between using a travel agent vs. booking online? Quite a bit of money! Save $1057 per trip, and that's just one of the perks.
Switching Host Agencies
January 19, 2023
Switching Host Agencies? Here’s 5 Things to Consider.
By Mary Stein
Switching host agencies? Here's a complete list of what to do before you make the change (plus insights from hosts and advisors).
Host Week 2023 Deals
January 16, 2023
Host Week 2023 | 65+ Travel Advisor Discounts
By Mary Stein
Don't miss exclusive specials just for travel advisors during Host Week 2023!