One of the most alluring myths of becoming a travel agent is 'free travel.' While travel perks and familiarization (FAM) trips are real, understanding how suppliers award them is vital to running a profitable agency.
1. What Is a FAM (Familiarization) Trip?
A FAM trip is an invitation-only property inspection hosted by tourist boards, luxury resorts, or cruise lines to educate travel advisors on their destination so they can sell it effectively to clients.
2. How to Qualify with an IATAN or CLIA Card
To access legitimate agent rates, suppliers require an official photo ID card (IATAN or CLIA EMBARC) verifying that you meet minimum annual commission thresholds.