It has been a year since I signed up with OA. Now is a great time to share my experience with you if you looking for a new host ( like I was) or are a new agent looking to join the tourism trade.
OA is a GREAT host. No doubt. Before joining them, I simply picked up the phone and called them to speak with the owner. I had zero expectation of this actually happening but was pleasantly surprised when Chad Burt came on the line and spent a good half an hour speaking with me and answering all my questions. I signed up the same day. It didn't take me much time to understand their systems and if I had a question, the OA staff was very quick with their email replies. Best way to communicate with them. They have brilliant internal systems set up for just this purpose. Agency staff and higher-ups are almost always available for insight and help as and when needed. They are highly professional ( yet super funny on socials). I had a chance to meet most of the staff at one of their TA conferences and the vibe is that of one big family. For new agents, they have mentors for initial support. Though I have industry experience, I still set up a call with a mentor just to test the new waters. It was a lovely call.
They have great contracts with vendors, resorts, and consolidators across the world. Their payment system is top-notch with very little room for confusion. Payments have been on time on expected dates. The split is also one of the best ( that I know of) ( Ex host had a terrible split and I wish I had known of OA before).
All in all, I highly recommend Outside Agents. It has been a great year with them.
Happy Travel!
I have been with OUTSIDEAGENTS.COM for over an year, they offer great support to all of us.
Great support, good pay.
So lucky to have found them! Great Host agency with support and training if needed. Commissions are high and I love being independent, but they are there if you need them. Easily accessible if you have questions or need help with a product. I was alittle afraid of going to a larger company but it was one of the best decisions! No start up cost or monthly fees makes this great company to work for!!
Look no further for a host. No fees, great commissions and lots of support!
I can honestly say that Chad and Steve do all in their power to train and mentor agents in this industry. Their agency is second to none considering there are no monthly fees to be paid. They are great!
I have been with the host since November of 2011 and am very satisfied with them. They respond to inquiries quickly and accurately, always friendly and very informative. They offer education and assistance with bookings whenever needed.
I have just entered into this industry and Outside Agents have been invaluable. Not just the company but all of the other travel consultants who have helped me out. i would recommend Outside Agents to anyone who is interested in getting into the industry.
I have been with this host since November of 2011 and am completely satisfied with there services. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, they respond quickly and do there best to answer all inquiries quickly and correctly.
With over thirty years in the travel industry I can say with authority that Outside Agents is all about their agents in every way. From access to training to the highest commissions paid in the industry with no fees! The experience they have as agents and hosts goes back over twenty years! With a solid retail based history they understand what agents need and how to deliver it efficiently and honestly.You will NEVER be without support with cell phone access to the owners at any time of day or night if the need arises (which in this industry tends to be the case). When issues come up clients want fast resolution that you can deliver with Outside Agents.com this will help you by supplying what clients want and need, fast and accurate information and assistance. this will help you retain and expand your client base which is what its all about as an independent agent
This is my fifth host agency over the years and in many ways, by far the best. I am receiving an 80% commission on my travel sales, and that makes me want to sell more. I am paid on a monthly basis for each month that I have sales. No more calling and asking where my commission check is, no more getting shorted on my checks. Questions are easily answered, either by other TAs in our forum, or by the folks who head up the agency. If I have a problem, they get to it immediately and help me resolve it. Very patient people! There are no fees to join, and as I increase my sales volume, my commission can increase to 90%. For my own travel, I receive 100% of the commission, less a small service fee. I call that a great deal. I can track my commissions, find links to all the vendors, and in many cases, earn a higher commission from vendors than I was achieving with my old host agency. I can also have them create a web site for me if I wish, and obtain E&O Insurance for a nominal fee. It's working out very well for me.