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traveling agency business plan

Do you need really need a travel agent to plan your next vacation? The answer is a qualified yes, especially if you have access needs. Although booking a flight these days is a relatively simple procedure; people who need wheelchair-accessible lodging, ground transportation or other accommodations, may benefit from working with a qualified professional. Finding the right travel agent can be a real trick though; so here are a few tips to help you along the way.

· Make sure your travel agent is a true accessible travel expert. If they claim to hold some certification or professional membership, ask how many hours of training or experience it entailed. Some agents become “experts” after a quick afternoon seminar.

· Although you want to find an expert, beware of any agent who claims to be an expert in everything. It’s virtually impossible for any one agent to be a true expert in every type of accessible travel. That old saying, “Jack of all trades, master of none”, applies here.

· Ask any prospective agent if they have booked trips for other people with your same disability. Ask them how many clients they have handled with your disability, not how long they have been doing it. Remember, a travel agent could be in business for many years, yet still have not had that many clients.

· Ask friends who share your same disability if they have any travel agent recommendations. Remember to also ask about the trips they booked with their recommended agent.

· Ask your prospective agent for references, but don’t totally rely on them. Remember, almost anyone can pretend to be a reference.

· If you have a specific destination or trip in mind, ask about the agent’s experience with it. Some agents only specialize in a few destinations, so try and find someone with an expertise in your top choices.

· Some agencies advertise that they are “owned and operated by a person with a disability”. Although there’s nothing wrong with stating that fact, be wary if that’s the agent’s only qualification. Just because someone is disabled, doesn’t automatically mean they’re knowledgeable about accessible travel.

· If your travel agent claims non-profit status in advertisements, then ask about the services the agency provides for the community. If the best answer the agent can come up with is, “We negotiate good deals on travel,” then you may be dealing with a non-profit in name only. Remember, operating a non-profit organization doesn’t necessarily guarantee altruistic motives.

· Be wary of travel agents who don’t travel. Ask them how long it’s been since their last trip or ship inspection.

· Ask some trial questions to test the agent’s knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act. A true specialist should be aware of basic access regulations.

· Last, but not least, don’t be afraid to eliminate anyone you just don’t like. After all, this is a personal service. You don’t have to become best friends with your travel agent, but you do need to maintain a cordial working relationship.

Candy Harrington is the editor of Emerging Horizons and the author of Barrier Free Travel: A Nuts and Bolts Guide For Wheelers and Slow Walkers (http://www.barrierfreetravel.net). She blogs regularly about accessible travel issues at http://www.BarrierFreeTravels.com.

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How Can I Become A Travel Agent – Home Based Travel Business

traveling companions

Bichon Frise

The Bichon Frise is a breed that is sweet tempered, merry, and eager, always wanting to please his owners and family. He or she is a dog that loves to spend time with his family and loves interaction with humans and other animals.

The Bichon is fine for novice dog owners as well as more experienced ones, and will fare well around considerate children. Housebreaking the Bichon Frise can be a difficult task, and some can be quite noisy with their high pitched barks. All in all, the Bichon Frise is a wonderful little dog with a cheerful outlook, bags of enthusiasm, a sociable personality, and is perfect as a family pet or companion dog.

Puppies

Puppies sometimes have beige to apricot markings, but these fade over time. They commonly have buff, apricot or cream color on their ears or head that will almost always fade to complete white. Puppies must be accustomed to brushing at an early age, a process that requires much patience and gentle handling to make them ready for a new loving home.

Training

The Bichon Frise is a very intelligent dog and can be trained to do tricks. They are slow to mature and males are generally slightly easier to train than females. The breed is easy to train using standard obedience commands. Training begins at birth and ongoing consultation is available to all breed owners at the local obedience school or vet. The Bichon works well with food treats along with the leash and collar. Training must be gentle and firm, with no harsh corrections or scolding.

Bichons

Bichons are notoriously smart and easy to train, making them a favorite for circus acts. My bichon have been part of my life since 1999. On the downside, bichons are prone to liver shunts. They weigh about 10 to 18 pounds, depending on size and are classified under four categories: the Havanese, Bolognese, Maltaise, and Tenerife, from which the Bichon Frise ultimately descended.

Bichons require a moderate amount of exercise, including a daily walk, and make perfect indoor dogs. Bichons should be between 9 1/2 to 11 1/2 inches tall at the withers. They were the popular choice of dog that Italian sailors used for bartering during medieval times and were the preferred choice for bartering because they were very friendly and made good traveling companions.

Family

The Bichon Frise is a breed that is sweet tempered, merry, and eager, always wanting to please his owners and family. They love to spend time with their family and loves interaction with humans and other animals.

The Bichon Frise is a cute little “puffy” dog. This is a small but sturdy dog who can be taken on family trips, and will be sad if you leave him at home. He is a good family dog and will love everyone in his “pack.

Jack Ryan is an avid Bichon Frise lover and long time owner. He has trained many dogs and believes in supporting the breed by ensuring the future owners are well informed.

He offers more free information at

Bishon Frise Training

Who would you want as your traveling companion for the journey of a lifetime?

Imagine you have been selected to be a crewmember on a deep space probe that will be gone for more than 30 years. The crew is small–only four or five people. You can select anyone you want to travel with you.

My wonderful wife. As she is my best friend, my awesome lover, Beautiful yet very intelligent. Not to mention she is a nurse. On a long journey like that, you better have one of those on board! of course my children and it wouldn’t hurt to have someone smart enough to get us there and back in one piece. (Maybe another smart Beautiful woman? )

The Ultimate Travel Companion