In January 2023, I decided that I was going to take the TICO Exam and become a licensed Travel advisor. I first thought I would open my own travel agency under TICO, but when I looked at the overall startup cost, it was I realized I needed to join a host agency to make this dream a reality. After searching the web for a host agency I narrow it down to 3 host agencies, The Travel Agent Next Door, Trevello Travel Group and TravelOnly. I set up meetings with all 3 companies to compare each one offering and decide to go with Trevello Travel Group. The reason behind choosing Trevello came down to the initial application cost, the amount of commission a new advisor will be making and the monthly fees that it would cost. I also had the option to operate under my agency name for marketing and it will be under the TICO and government license of Trevello Travel group brand.
After one 1.5 years with Trevello, I have been very satisfied with the level of support I have been receiving from the inside sales team, to their Business development managers right up to the CEO who is willing to help or address any concerns you may have. Trevello is always looking to improve its technology and they list to their advisor.
Overall you feel like you are part of the family and other Trevello Advisors are always willing to help and support new travel advisors.
Partnering with Trevello Travel Group (formerly TPI) was a complete game-changer for my travel business. Their support, tools, and innovative approach to the travel industry have allowed me to elevate the services I provide to my clients. They allow you to be in business for yourself but not by yourself.
Our Head Office team is professional, forward-thinking, and always there to guide, re-direct, listen and are always ready with resources & insights to help you succeed.
Trevello equips its advisors with everything needed to build a thriving travel business and I love being apart of a community (aka family) that truly values their advisors and our Trevello family of advisors are incredible too. I've made many lasting friendships over the years and most are willing to answer questions, help, mentor, celebrate wins and encourage when needed. I honestly couldn't imagine a better host agency (family) out there.
I highly recommend Trevello Travel Group to any experienced advisor or new advisor looking to get into this amazing industry to grow and thrive. Trevello has it all and you won’t be disappointed.
Where do I begin to describe Canada's Leading Host Agency I call HOME - After being a retail business owner, I was looking for another career that I could embark upon and eventually lead into my passion of travel and retirement . An opportunity at a home-based franchise for Travel Professionals International (TPI) presented itself and I haven't looked back as I am approaching my 25th year at Trevello/TPI in 2025.
I had no experience in travel except for my own personal travel and it was overwhelming to say the least. However, with the support and training from the Head Office staff at TPI was a godsend. Support is key when you are a newbie and there are no stupid questions when you call into our amazing Inside Sales Support Team.
Kudos to our entire Head office team along with both our CEO management, technical, Inside sales support, accounting, regional managers, etc. - throughout our unprecedented times, you were constant with your Zoom Calls support , you never failed us and made us stronger and resilient
Our founder, Morris Chia had this vision back in 1994 of being the best of the best in a Host Agency and he was correct in his prediction
I highly recommend the Trevello Travel Group if you are looking for a host agency for support, reputable preferred partners, professionalism, camaraderie with fellow advisors, top commissions and the sense of being with family
So much so, that I am proud to announce my granddaughter, Sydni Clement will be joining me at Trevello effective January 1, 2025 to carry on my legacy to start our Momentum year together.
Jan Poon
I had followed TPI from its inception in Canada when I was working as a Leisure Travel Advisor in esteemed agency downtown Toronto. I thought what a wonderful concept - but could not at the time leave the stability of my pay check and benefits. As an industry veteran I certainly did my due diligence and research as I dreamed of one day being able to leave the corporate world of National Brands of Travel Agency 's to live my dream. My number requirement was that my host be a Virtuoso affiliate. I started my own Travel Business 2015 with TPI then now Trevello. I have never looked back. The support is excellent and there when I need it and nobody bothers me. My business is completely my business. I define my niche, how and when I work, the business I say yes to and the business I say no to. If I want to be totally solo or if I want to build my own team. How I scale my business. I am grateful everyday to not have to commute, deal with politics and drama of in person office and corporate environments. I have total control over my day, when I travel, how I travel. The world is truly our oyster and it is my privilege to serve my clients and live my own dreams! Trevello has been a perfect partner for me.
I have been with a few host agencies over my years and Trevello is by far the most supportive host I’ve been with. They provide top support, answer questions quickly and put agents first.
Their programs for commission can’t even be comapared with others.
If you are looking for a host, stop looking and give Trevello a call!
Trevello Travel Group is a great Host Agency! They are supportive from the top. The HO staff are always quick with encouragement and answers.
Inside Sales go above and beyond.
There are always opportunities for continuing education.
Success is celebrated. Our success is Trevello's success.
It has been over 7 years and there have been ups and downs in travel. However, Trevello has been there every step of the way.
I have worked with Trevello Travel Group since 2020, and I am so happy with this agency! I feel like we are all an amazing community of Advisors and Support Staff/Management, who work together to cheer one another on and always are there to help. This business can sometimes be stressful, but knowing that there is always someone in this organization that can help is the best.
I began my career with TPI in 2008 as a complete novice but with their training (one week, in-person back then), I was given the tools and knowledge I needed to start from scratch. I eventually climbed up their Velocity levels to the highest achievable, Chairman's Circle, in 2017, something I never thought was possible!
In 2019, I felt they lacked technology advances to keep up with industry trends, as well as commission structure. I signed up with another more lucrative agency that seemed to offer better opportunities for growth. However, I soon learned, what I gained in technology I lost in support. TPI/Trevello's inside sales and accounting support is unmatched! Without this backbone, I can't do what I do best.
When Covid virtually shut the industry down, I was forced, like many other agents, to pause my business.
In 2023, as I watched the industry make a reliable re-entry, I knew I wanted the support I once had and decided to rejoin what had now become Trevello. Once I saw the many changes they had to made to their technology, the biggest being their online chat feature with inside sales (no more calling in!), I signed up again and have never looked back. They continue to shine in their support and responsiveness to tickets and emails, and have the easiest procedures for me to operate my custom groups which is the bulk of my business.
Their focus is quality over quantity - rest assured their focus is on the growth of their agents, not the number of agents!
I joined Trevello in 2014 when a brick and mortar agency I worked for closed. There have been many changes in the past 10 years, which have seen the company grow and improve.
The support is phenomenal and there when you need it from head office and other advisors. There are vast resources available and a user-friendly platform. The other advisors, unlike in a previous agency format, are like a family and want each other to succeed. Everyone's success is celebrated, and we help each other. We don't view each other as competition.
Our CEO has our backs and she advocates for the advisors. She knows us personally and encourages us to be the best advisors we can be, while building the support and resources we need to do that.
There is always room for improvement, and the head office team is aware of that (not aloof like many corporations), and continue to work toward what is best for the advisor.
I have been with Trevello for a year and a half, I recently became an independent advisor, and have been able to make the move because of the wonderful support this company provides. Despite the learning curve of becoming an advisor, now that I'm in I find the systems in place to be easy to navigate and organize, and have been able to make so many really cool sales. The supports in place are invaluable, and I haven't come across anyone who doesn't work hard to help me succeed!
I joined in August 2023 as a new agent in the travel industry. I did my research on some other Host Agencies and after careful consideration, chose Trevello. Being new to the industry, I have never felt alone or unprepared. The Inside Sales Team at Trevello is amazing, offering professional and knowledgable answers to the many questions I ask! Trevello has exceeded my expectations in terms of support and training and I can confidently say that Trevello has been a great place to build a career.