OTN’s Membership Collaboration with ASTA Works for You
OASIS Strike Groundbreaking Membership Deal with ASTA Recently, OTN created a membership deal with the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), resulting in all of OTN’s’ more than 800 members becoming members of ASTA. The partnership allows us to integrate ASTA memberships into the suite of benefits for our members, with all OTN agents becoming ASTA members as soon as they move over to the new OTN Build-A-Plan program. ASTA membership benefits are vast, including discounts on health care premiums, advocacy, training, lead generation, and more. Several OTN members have openly shared their positive experiences thus far. “My ASTA membership is important to me for three reasons,” said Nancy Scorby, Owner, Scorby Travel and Cruise Inc. “Educational opportunities like the ASTA Verified Program—which I completed this summer. Additionally, our representation on Capitol Hill is more important than ever for all travel advisors. Also, ASTA’s insurance program—I’ve saved more than 60% in premiums over the open market for my health care coverage.” Several other OTN members appreciated the variety of free-of-charge support they’ve received. “I particularly love the benefits of the complimentary services you get,” said Lauren Celli, Co-Owner, MoGo Travel Service, LLC, when speaking about her ASTA membership. “During this COVID time, we’ve had the chance to review our terms and conditions and had some incredible, very talented lawyers have a look at our services and give us some really great suggestions that we’ve implemented.” MoGo Travel Service LLC Founder, Maureen Celli, agreed, adding that she loves the direction [...]
OASIS Travel Network Wins 2018 Magellan Award for ‘New2Travel’ Program
Travel Weekly Recognizes Unique Training Initiative with Silver Award Boca Raton, FL (October 11, 2018) – OASIS Travel Network – the independent contractor division of Smart Travel Group – today announced that its ‘New2Travel’ program has received Travel Weekly’s prestigious 2018 Silver Magellan Award. The ‘New2Travel’ program was created in 2015 to mold “new sellers of travel” into high-performing travel agents through customized curriculum and ongoing support for their business. Earning this premier award is a testament to the network’s reputation as one of the leading travel agencies in the industry. “We created this program with both consumers and travel agents in mind – ensuring that agents are well-equipped to serve and surpass the expectations of their clients,” said Kelly Bergin, OASIS Travel Network president. “It is truly an honor to be recognized by an industry leader in this way, and this award serves as motivation for us to continue strengthening our network and setting industry standards.” Since 2009, Travel Weekly’s Magellan Awards program has recognized movers and shakers in the travel industry across several segments, including online travel services, travel agents and agencies. Each year, winners are selected by a panel of seasoned, top-tier industry professionals that use a 100-point performance scale to hand-pick victors. Students who participate in the innovative ‘New2Travel’ program participate in boot camps, interact with suppliers, learn the latest cruise booking technology, gain destination specialist certifications, partake in Cruise Line International Association’s training, receive access to a sales training mastermind program, and can sell travel experiences while [...]
OASIS Travel Network Says It Had Best First Six Months Ever in 2018
Host agency OASIS Travel Network has reported its strongest first two quarters in its history. Land and cruise sales from January to June rose 52 percent compared to the same period in 2017. The agency’s record period saw increased overall sales and new bookings. In May it also distributed its largest commission payment ever, near half a million dollars. OASIS Travel Network, in the business for over 30 years, provides access to training and education. Its program New2Travel offers a guide for people new to the travel industry looking to start their own business. Included in the program are 15 customized modules to achieve Signature Travel Network certification, CLIA/IATAN cards, ongoing training webinars and a cruise itinerary and price tracking system. In addition to all this, participants get to attend an in-person boot camp in Boca Raton, Florida. To read more: Click Here
LET US HELP YOU FLY!
Every 3 months we welcome a new group of people to Boca Raton, FL for our New2Travel boot camp. Some of the folks that attend are experienced travel professionals that are brushing up on supplier products, but most are new to our fabulous travel industry. They have finished the required online training and are now ready to take the next step into their new travel career. They are excited. Our staff here at OASIS Travel Network, that runs the New2Travel program, is excited also. We welcome them with open arms and hugs. We have gotten to know these folks over the past couple of weeks and months since they first signed up for our new to industry program. It is not an inexpensive program, but nothing worth anything is. We know that learning about a few suppliers and some geography is not going to get a travel business off the ground. We know what it takes to be successful and so we have created a program that teaches about cruise, land vacations, hotels, etc. More importantly we offer training on consulting, social media, marketing and arrange mentoring if desired. We include a best in class website and an email and print marketing system that is the best the industry has to offer. 88% of people that have completed our training and transitioned to our travel consultant plans are still with us. After boot camp we push our chicks out into the travel world and help them to fly [...]
MARKETING MADE EASY!
Once you know people and they know you, make sure you stay in touch. OASIS Travel Network sends agent branded emails once a week for our members. It’s also important that the information you send is of interest to your client. OTN gathers info about clients’ interests, stores it for our members and only sends relevant emails. Direct mail is another way to generate leads. OTN mails high quality pieces about destinations, products, and promotions with the agent’s logo and branding. Remind your clients about passport expirations and always remember birthdays. We can do this for you too!! Staying in touch is imperative to acquiring new clients and keeping existing clients.
SMART TRAVEL GROUP PROMOTES THREE TEAM MEMBERS IN MARKETING, SUPPLIER RELATIONS & SALES
Boca Raton, FL (March 19, 2018) – Just in time for International Women’s Month, Smart Travel Group that was started by CEO Lee Smolinski, today announced the promotion of several team members, establishing one of the travel industry’s most powerful female leadership teams. Effective immediately, Amber Blecker has been named manager of sales and product strategies for Smart Travel Group, Kameish Stanley has been named vice president of marketing for Smart Travel Group, and Lisa Baron has been named vice president of supplier relations for OASIS Travel Network, the company’s independent contractor division. A seasoned travel industry veteran with 16 years of experience selling and marketing cruise and land vacations, Amber Blecker will manage all aspects of Smart Travel Group’s sales and product strategies. Most recently, she was in the same position for SmartCruiser.com – the company’s internet cruise division. Blecker (pictured left) has been listed in Travel Agent Magazine’s Top 25 Travel Agent List and in USA Today’s CruiseLog Top 10 Cruise Specialist List. She also founded SoloCruiseResource.com, a site devoted to help solo cruisers find reduced single supplement sailing. Stanley (pictured right) – who previously served as senior director of marketing for SmartCruiser.com – joins the Smart Travel Group team in a similar capacity, where she will oversee marketing, ecommerce initiatives and supplier relations. Her previous experience includes product development and operational management positions at Online Vacation Center in Fort Lauderdale. Stanley holds a degree in marketing and international business from Florida International University. Baron (pictured left) [...]
OASIS Travel Network 8th Annual Conference to Set New Records
November 1st, 2017 – Host OASIS Travel Network (OTN) announced today that new attendance records will be set at their, 8th Annual Conference at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, December 6th & 7th. “Our growth strategy has always been anchored in attracting serious business professionals to the OASIS Network” remarked Kelly Bergin, president of OTN. “”Over 200 Travel Professionals will convene in celebration of our parent Company, Palm Coast Travel’s 30 year anniversary.” … Read More