I was with a previous host agency for 7 years and had to fight to receive almost every dime I earned. So many excuses and delays and lack of Head Office support. My previous agency may have been around for 25+ years but their services took a nosedive during covid and never bounced back.
Because of this I decided to leave and joined TTAND about a year and a half ago and I can't begin to express how happy I am to have switched host agencies.
TTAND works WITH their Agents by providing prompt immediate support; you can make a call and speak to someone immediately or put in a support ticket if you don't need immediate action.
The Founder is just an email or phone call away, always! He has even taken my calls while sitting at an airport! How is that for support and caring for his agents?
TTAND walks walk you through everything if you are unfamiliar or have questions.
The difference in host agencies is like night and day! I'm so glad I made the switch and wish I had done it sooner!
As a seasoned travel advisor, we were an independent agency for over 40 yrs, that said, changes and time took it's toll. We looked to TheTravelAgentNextdoor for change. It has been less than a year, and I can say Flemming and his team delivered just what they promised. The rest is up to us. The support teams are really dedicated. It is not easy to put up with old dogs learning new tricks! Kudos, ladies and gentleman your the backbone of TTAND.
Our intrepid leader Flemming and team are definitely a main reason for me to continue working with this company.
The support, understanding, networking and ability to do what you do bet in surpassed by none.
Thank-you TTAND, you are the best!
I started as a new agent with The Travel Agent Next Door 2 years ago and I could not be happier with my choice of host agency. I decided to become an agent after working for Canada's friendliest airline for 10 years and TTAND'S culture reminded me so much of theirs... friendly, inviting, encouraging and empowering.
With no prior experience in booking travel as I was previously aircrew, I truly feel that the high level of support that TTAND offers to their agents has been the key to me succeeding. I would be lost without the tremoundous support staff, strong leadership and plethora of colleagues to reach out to for anything and everything.
If you are looking for a host agency that truly has your best interest and success at heart, look no further. Come join us!
Been in the industry for 25+ years, worked retail, but have working as Homebased Agent for approx 10 years. Four years ago joined The Travel Agent Next Door - as most host agency - now currently have own Agency in Quesnel BC with 4 Associate agents. The TTAND support is very supportive, knowledgeable, patient. Head office does keep you informed on changes. They offer websites, phone and training.
This was my best move ever. I now feel part of TEAM across the country and
not just number by myself.
Kudos to The Travel Agent Next Door - Flemming Friisdahl, Penny Martin and Rhonda Friisdahl - for the awesome company to work with.
PPollard - Jan 8/18
Family. Cliché? No! That is the word that many Travel Consultants, including myself, who are part of “The Travel Agent Next Door” call it. Having been with another Host Agency and a Tour Operator, I can honestly say, “I’m home”. The support we receive through Marketing, Support Desk, Conferences, Programs (that just keep getting better!), Staff, Management (including but not limited to our President) and so much more, is really and honestly second to none. Through the many opportunities afforded to us from Head Office, I am able to do what I love, create lasting memories for my clients. The support & encouragement I receive helps me to continue to grow in the industry and can only do one thing. And that is to trickle down to my clients which is a win-win situation. I can’t say enough about TTAND. You need to see it for yourself. I highly recommend that you contact Head Office (or myself) and see the difference for yourself. You will be so happy you did. You and the rest of the TTAND Family will be saying “Welcome Home Family”.
TTAND has been nothing but great to work with. The support team along with Flemming and Penny have been excellent. The best I have ever seen. They actually want to help their agents grow their business. Other host agencies do not charge as much ( very close) however do not also give the benefits that TTAND does to their team. With high commission levels and bonuses you can not beat TTAND
My company and I are very lucky to be part of such a great network and host agency
TTAND has been the best "move" I have ever made.
Being in the business for close to 25 years I have worked for big brand named companies both in the bricks and mortar office and in home based (10 years) and the support I get from TTAND is bar none. I may have the silliest of questions but they are always there in a timely manner to answer them. No question is silly!!!
From the amazing support staff, marketing staff and finally Penny, Fleming and Rhonda moving to TTAND is the best move you could make.
After working for everyone else for the past 18 years, it was time to take the leap and go on my own. While I loved past agencies and owners I had worked for, the commission split program was very motivating for me to receive more of the money I have earned. After only the first 6 months on my own with TTAND (branded as Travel by Amanda), my sales have surpassed my entire 2016 sales.
The marketing and back office support is nice to have so you don't feel alone, yet I can choose what I would like to do.
There is never pressure to succeed, you just do because you have the tools and I put in the time.
Looking forward to the continuing success with TTAND and bringing on new agents for my agency!
As an agent with over 30 years of experience in the industry I was happy to join TTAND a few months after they opened. I knew both Flemming and Penny had plenty of experience and I trusted both of them to run a great company. I was not wrong. Since joining TTAND I have had nothing but support from head office with marketing, website, training and anything else I need to run my own home business. The commission split is excellent. The yearly conferences are life changing, and meeting all the other agents either in person or in online forums just for us is a fantastic way to grow my business. Although we have grown in numbers, there is always someone to answer my questions. One important factor is that the people at head office ALWAYS want our feedback on anything they do. They really listen to the agents and treat us all the same, no matter what our sales are. Best Host Agency ever!!!
I joined The Travel Agent Next Door a year ago and couldn't be happier. With my last host agency I constantly felt like a failure and a nobody to the organization because I wasn't one of their top earners. At TTAND it's not about how much money you make them. You could be one of their top sales agents or at the bottom and they treat you the same. With respect. With TTAND it is all about you and your business. How to build your business and make you more money, not them. The head office staff is wonderful and a joy to talk to. You can ask them any question or if you have a problem, they are always happy to help. The staff at head office are all very knowledgeable I find the agents that TTAND is attracting are all about helping each other, and not just themselves. I recently meant a lot of them at our TTAND conference. What a great group of people. If you are thinking of joining the travel industry or you are already in but thinking of a change, then The Travel Agent Next Door is the way to go. It has made my life better.
