I've been with Travel Quest Network for almost six months now, and I have to say I am very happy with them as my host agency. I spent quite a bit of time digging through the reviews with HAR, and after attending the course for HAR, I narrowed my list down to 3 host agencies with TQN being one of them. They checked all the boxes for me, and I'm glad that I'm with them. They offer a good blend of support, while being hands off enough to let me run my business. They have lots of in person event options, trainings and their commission model is fair and easy to understand. The best part of them I feel, is that they are constantly upgrading their platform. Whether its the CRM, Itinerary builder, suppliers or trainings, it feels like they're trying to get better and better every month. The facebook groups, connections, and chats also enhance the experience for new travel agencies. I'm very happy that I chose them and can't wait to see what new things they'll keep rolling out in the future.
I have been with TQ since 2014 and I couldn't have asked for a better place to be! I will be here for my entire travel career!
Bonnie, Walt & the rest of the TQ family have exceeded my expectations as a host agency. They have ALWAYS been supportive of me and have attempted to help me in every way possible - especially when I needed it in the very beginning. They showed me the ropes and gave me confidence to fly on my own. If I ever have a situation I am unfamiliar with and need advice or help, they are ON it! AND, they have GREAT relationships with all of the resorts that I work with in my niche. The commission levels and the relationships with the "top" contacts in the industry is a HUGE bonus when picking a host for my needs.
The TQ staff is supportive of me as a person as well. Even though they have hundreds of agents (maybe more, I'm just guessing!) to keep track of, they took the time to send me a beautiful hand-written & signed card after adopting our last baby boy out of an unexpected situation. Times were happy but so stressful for me personally, and they recognized that I needed a "boost". I will never forget that. Most companies only look at people as a number - not TQ. I love them like family. And even though we are states away, I always feel "at home" when I see them again!
Give them a call - just one conversation will show you that they care about their agents as people, not just a business! :)
Erin,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We appreciate you and you are a important part to Travel Quests success.
I have been with Travel Quest since January 2017 (I was with them previously too a few years back as well).
Bonnie and her staff have been amazing in getting my company set up doing mostly corporate travel! I am very thankful that she was willing to get some new tools in place to make my job much easier. Being mostly a leisure agency I wasn't sure at first if it would work out but they have been absolutely the best people to deal with the hoops they have jumped through amaze me.
They really care about their agents and give you all the tools to succeed in this ever so changing industry.
The few encounters I have had with the network of agents has been great too...everyone helps everyone! The knowledge bank is huge!
In researching other host agencies they by far are the BEST!
Cheryl! Thank you for the kind words. Wow...have I learned a lot from you these past months. I always try to remember, "My weakness is another's strength and with any luck my strength is their weakness." Thank you for the trust you have placed in TQ!
Travel Quest is an incredible host agency. I am now almost 2 years in and can't say enough great things. From the beginning they were there to assist with questions and with bookings. If there was ever a question they are just a phone call or email away. For those new to the business they are there to hold your hand and walk you through everything.
They are also family. They are small enough, they are able to take the time for all of their agents. You are not just number bringing in sales. They care about each and everyone.
They also want the best for each and everyone and are great at encouraging you to do your best, learn and become the best you can be in the travel industry!!
All of the staff are kind, patient and so fun to work with. I could not ask for more in a host agency.
Marilee...Thanks for the kind words. We are truly lucky to have so many really great agents, you being one of them!
I love the fact that we have kept to our roots but at the same time grown into a progressive, forward thinking, agent centered host agency.
Travel Quest has been an absolute godsend in my life since the day I discovered them online through a Google search. Their various TQ 70-80-90-100 plans are excellent as they allow new agents to get their feet wet with very minimal overhead, and as you grow, your commission percentage can grow along with you. I've been with them for 4 years now as a 100% agent and I couldn't be happier. Their level of personal assistance is unbelievable considering how many successful agents are operating through them. They provided me with the exact framework I was looking for, in order to start my own agency, but feel supported by a large, extremely successful entity. Being affiliated with Travel Leaders as well, is also invaluable. The resources we have for education, training & vendor access/discounts/commissions are endless. TQ certainly embodies the motto of their home state which is 'Minnesota Nice,' while still being persistent & extremely professional. Can't say enough good things about them. I'm thankful to have found my home with them!
Molly, Thank you so much for the kind words.
We are thankful for you as well....kindness breeds kindness.
Take care!
bonnie
Travel Quest is a fantastic host agency. They always answers my questions or tell me where I can find the answer and I have had plenty lately! Bonnie and Walt are not your normal business owners. They are down to earth and very nice people. I would recommend Travel Quest to anyone looking for a host agency.
Bobbie...The motto I live by...
"Give a person a fish...feed them for a day. Teach them how to fish...feed them for a lifetime...and help to guarantee their future success."
Success for all!
bonnie
I've been a travel agent for 36 years and the last 7 years with Travel Quest.
Being in the business this long, you get used to doing things a certain way and I must admit, I drag my feet when there's change involved or have to learn a new procedure. BUT the staff at TQ has ALWAYS been there to say "you can do this" or "you're going to love this new format". And you know, they've been right every time. They have taught me so much. Their support staff is great and patient. If they don't know an answer, they will find out and
get back to you.
I've added that in for all the "older" agents, in the business who still want to and LOVE to sell travel, but are reluctant to walk away from the structured agency setting and go it on their own. You won't be alone with TQ - they always have your back.
TQ always has a meeting, seminar or a training to sign up for - if you want to learn more - or not - there's never any pressure - just the offer put out there for you to learn more.
And if the staff isn't help enough, you have a "family" of travel consultants of all various experience levels right with you. On their travel agent Forum, you can post a question and one, two or a dozen agents can comment, give you advise or just listen. That Forum (sometimes) is used, just to "blow off steam" - an amazing tool, in our crazy travel agent lives.
Make the move to TQ and you won't be disappointed.
Ha! You know I love my new technology, Theresa! :) And I'm so very happy to hear that we (and the rest of the TQ Network) have been able to help you so much in the last 7 years!
Your review embodies what we try to accomplish so thank you for taking the time to write it all up - it means a lot to all of us staff!
I have been an IC with Travel Quest since the first day I started my agency, Premier Travel Service, in early 2006. Bonnie and her staff are remarkable in their attention to service and support.
I mostly self trained myself into the retail side of the agency business with the help of Travel Quest's staff.
I would highly recommend Travel Quest to anyone looking for a host agency. They are down to earth and do not have a corporate feel or culture.
They also have the highest commissions with their preferred and non preferred suppliers. In addition their contacts in the industry are fantastic.
Awww, John! You are so thoughtful! Thank you for this lovely review and I have to say, I'm most flattered by your statement about our down to earth, non-corporate feel :) It has been awesome getting to see your company grow and you're always so helpful with new agents. Thank you again for the glowing review and congrats on winning the Delta tickets at T National Meeting!
Travel Quest has been my host for over 10 years. When I started I was new to travel, Bonnie and her staff helped in so many ways to shape my business. From helping me to get the training I needed, being a sounding board when I wasn’t sure what to do, to reassuring me when I made a decision and then doubted myself, they’ve always been there. With the number of agents Travel Quest now hosts, they still make you feel like family. They are constantly expanding the knowledge base available to us and keeping up on all the newest trends in travel so we don’t fall behind in the industry. I’m proud to be part of the TQ family and would highly recommend them to any agent.
Thank you so much for the kind words, Pam! It has been great having you with us and we're just as happy to have you a part of the Travel Quest family!! :)
I started with TQ 6 years ago and have found my home. Such a great group of mentors. I love that we have an affiliation with such a great franchise, Travel Leaders also. Looking forward to many more years with Travel Quest!
Dawn, You are right, being a part of a larger company like Travel Leaders is such a GREAT opportunity for all of us.
I love your profile https://www.travelleaders.com/travel_agent/agent-details.aspx?id=3647!
It's obvious you have take a lot of time when I look at your travel specialties, photo albums, and customer testimonials.
Thank you so much for being a part of Travel Quest,
Bonnie
I have a whole 7 months in the industry and I couldn’t be happier that I choose Travel Quest as my host agency. I spent months researching host companies before I decided to follow my dreams and start my own travel agency and after looking at so many options I kept coming back to Travel Quest! Being brand new in the industry I wanted a very supportive host agency that I knew I could go to with any question, as well as, have plenty of trainings available for me. Starting anything new is scary, but the team at Travel Quest helped me begin my career as a travel specialist with such ease. They have been so helpful and encouraging…I couldn’t be more thankful! I love my TQ family!
Hi Jeanie, You have validated what I believe to be true, "No one host agency is right for everyone", but with research it's possible to find the perfect fit for YOU.
It takes time to research, compare and talk with the different companies. Not an easy task I know (I did it myself years ago), but all the time and energy pays put forth in the research does pay off when in the end the fit is PERFECT!
Thank you for the trust you have placed in TQ!