International Vacations, Inc. Helps New Travel Advisors Get Started

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PLANO, Texas, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For people dreaming of a career that offers flexibility, entrepreneurship and the opportunity to turn a love of travel into a business, becoming an independent travel advisor can be an appealing path. International Vacations, Inc., a full-service travel agency and host agency, provides aspiring travel advisors with the tools, training and industry support needed to get started.

Whether you are new to the travel industry, exploring a side business or second career, or looking for a host agency that feels like a better fit, International Vacations, Inc. provides the tools, resources and support to help independent travel agents learn the industry and build their own businesses.

"Travel is something people are already excited about, and we wanted to show that passion can potentially become more than just a hobby," said Shamali  Przywara, President of International Vacations, Inc. "You don't have to know everything about the travel industry when you start. That's where having a host agency behind you can make a difference."

What Is a Host Agency?

For someone new to the travel industry, getting started can seem overwhelming. A host agency provides independent travel agents with access to industry resources and support that would otherwise take significant time and investment to establish independently.

International Vacations, Inc. provides its independent travel agents with access to:

• Established travel industry credentials
• Consortium access and benefits
• Preferred supplier relationships
• Training and educational opportunities
• Travel agent resources and benefits
• Marketing resources
• Booking and business tools
• Basic CRM technology
• Commission tracking
• Commission-processing services
• Ongoing agent support

Independent travel agents operate as contractors and have the flexibility to develop their own travel businesses and brands while utilizing the resources, credentials and supplier relationships available through International Vacations, Inc.

"One of the biggest advantages of working with a host agency is that you don't have to build the foundation of your travel business completely on your own," Przywara said. "We provide the infrastructure, resources and support, while our independent agents have the opportunity to build their business in a way that works for them."

A Flexible Business Opportunity

The travel industry offers opportunities for people with a wide variety of backgrounds. Parents, retirees, career changers, entrepreneurs and anyone with a passion for travel may find becoming an independent travel advisor an appealing way to explore a new business opportunity.

For some, travel advising may begin as a side business while they maintain another career. For others, it may become a second career or develop into a larger independent business over time.

International Vacations, Inc. emphasizes personal support to help new agents understand the travel industry, learn how to work with suppliers, market their services and develop relationships with their clients.

"Starting something new can be intimidating," Przywara said. "Our goal is to give people the resources and support they need to take that first step. They bring their passion, their personality and their desire to build something. We provide the industry foundation and help them learn along the way."

Ready to Explore a Career in Travel?

For those who have ever thought, "I love to travel. Could I actually build a business around it?" International Vacations, Inc. encourages aspiring travel advisors to explore the possibilities.

Learn more about becoming an independent travel agent with International Vacations, Inc. at:

https://www.internationalvacations.com/

Coming Soon

As part of its continued commitment to providing innovative tools and opportunities for its network of independent travel advisors, International Vacations, Inc. is preparing to launch a new strategic initiative focused on expanding group travel opportunities.

The initiative will include a partnership with an emerging travel technology platform designed specifically for the group travel market, giving advisors access to new tools and resources to help simplify the group planning process and support the growth of their group travel businesses.

More details about the partnership and upcoming opportunities for International Vacations Inc. agents will be announced soon.

Brandi Lilley
Marketing Manager
[email protected]

SOURCE International Vacations, Inc