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Day 3 of OTN Regionals was all about education and our experienced advisors! 📚

A great day filled with valuable insights, shared experiences, and opportunities to learn from some of the best in the business. Our experienced advisors brought their knowledge, expertise, and real-world perspectives to the conversation.

What a fantastic way to wrap up OTN Regionals! Thank you to everyone who shared their knowledge and helped make this such a great event. 👏

Day 2 of our OTN Dallas Regional was a wonderful mix of new connections and meaningful conversations. ✈️

A big part of the day was spending time with our incredible supplier partners — getting to know them, learning more about what they offer, and building relationships that go beyond the business.

It’s always exciting to discover new travel possibilities, but it’s the people and the connections along the way that make these experiences truly special.

Here’s to more learning, more exploring, and more great partnerships!

✨ Day 1 of OTN Dallas Regional is officially wrapped! ✨

What a day! Our new-2-travel advisors are leaving the room energized, inspired, excited, and—most importantly—educated and ready to take what they learned back to their clients. 🌎✈️

We’re just getting started, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the event brings!

There are many different business models in the travel industry, but after nearly four decades of owning and operating a travel agency, Lee Smolinski, Chairman & CEO of Oasis Travel Network, believes one thing has remained clear: the advisor creates tremendous value.

In his latest piece, Lee shares his perspective on commission models, the economics of the host-advisor relationship, and why an advisor’s success shouldn’t come at the expense of their independence.

“The host succeeds because its advisors succeed. That’s alignment.”

Read the full blog: https://www.oasistravelnetwork.com/the-advisor-creates-the-value-the-business-model-should-reflect-it/

The Advisor Creates the Value. The Business Model Should Reflect It. - Oasis Travel Network % For years, the travel industry has debated commission splits as though advisors face a fundamental choice between independence and support.Keep 100% of your commission, the argument goes, and you’re largely on your own. Give up a meaningful percentage of it, and in return you’ll receive the tech...

Being independent doesn’t mean doing it alone. 💙

One of the greatest advantages you can have as an independent travel advisor is a strong community behind you.

From sharing firsthand experiences and solving problems together to building supplier relationships, exchanging ideas and celebrating the wins, there is real power in having people in your corner.

At Oasis Travel Network, our advisors are building businesses that are truly their own, but they have an entire network behind them along the way.

Because independent and alone are two very different things.

https://www.oasistravelnetwork.com/the-power-of-community-why-independent-doesnt-mean-alone/

The Power of Community: Why Independent Doesn't Mean Alone - Oasis Travel Network % One of the biggest reasons people are drawn to becoming independent travel advisors is exactly that: independence.You get to build your own business, create your own brand, choose the clients you want to work with and decide what success looks like for you.But being independent does not mean you hav...

Your clients may not always be ready to book, but your business should never be far from mind.

The most successful travel advisors understand that lasting client relationships are built between the bookings, through thoughtful communication, consistent visibility and exceptional service long after a client returns home.

In our latest OTN blog, we're sharing simple ways to keep your business present and your relationships strong, from elevated email and print marketing to social media, personalized touchpoints, valuable content and more.

Because when the next journey begins, you want to be the advisor they already trust.

Read: How to Stay Top of Mind With Clients Between Bookings
https://www.oasistravelnetwork.com/how-to-stay-top-of-mind-with-clients-between-bookings/

How to Stay Top of Mind With Clients Between Bookings - Oasis Travel Network % One of the biggest mistakes travel advisors can make is only communicating with clients when there is a trip to book.Think about your own clients. Someone may book a vacation with you this year and not be ready for another major trip for six months, a year or even longer. If they don't

Are you making the most of every booking? 👀

Growing your travel business doesn’t always mean finding more clients. Sometimes, there are revenue opportunities already sitting inside the bookings you’re making every day.

From supplier incentives and planning fees to hotel benefits, travel insurance, and continued education, a few small changes can make a big difference over time.

Our latest blog breaks down 5 revenue opportunities many travel advisors may be missing and how to start taking advantage of them.

Read the full blog to see if you’re leaving opportunities on the table:
https://www.oasistravelnetwork.com/the-top-5-revenue-opportunities-many-travel-advisors-miss/

The Top 5 Revenue Opportunities Many Travel Advisors Miss - Oasis Travel Network % As travel advisors, we spend a lot of time thinking about how to grow our business. More leads. More bookings. More clients.While all of those things are important, growing your revenue doesn't always mean working harder or booking more travel. Sometimes, it's about taking advantage of the opportuni...

At OTN, we believe great support is one of the biggest differentiators for a travel advisor.

That's why we invest in people—not just programs.

Our third-party travel insurance program is a perfect example. Led by Andria Fredrickson, it's more than another product advisors can offer. It's a true business-building resource.

OTN advisors have access to:
• Better, more flexible travel insurance options for their clients
• The opportunity to earn commissions that can be more than 250% higher than many supplier protection plans
• Chairman's Club points
• A dedicated travel insurance expert who helps answer coverage questions, navigate complex situations, and assist with claims.

For many advisors, travel insurance can feel complicated. Having an experienced expert just a phone call or email away gives them the confidence to have better conversations with clients and recommend the coverage that best fits their needs.

This is what OTN is all about—providing advisors with real support from real experts who are invested in their success.

Technology and supplier relationships matter, but it's the people behind them who make the biggest difference.

That's the OTN advantage. Read more about the benefits of having the right insurance support and training to empower you below: https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Travel-Agent-Issues/Insights/Oasis-Travel-Network-strategy-boosting-insurance-sales?fbclid=IwY2xjawTDgrpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7oV4BFnDqldMQSxNCGjjdoFvFEWfNnxXnvzPKz1Zl-a9h0Ar9KPik_jGI10_aem_eh-hqo2Fmtbvc3w1Ml4_Mw

Boosting insurance sales: The Oasis Travel Network strategy The host agency reports huge increases in travel insurance sales last year and this year. Here's how Oasis did it.

Travel insurance isn't the most exciting part of planning a vacation... until someone needs it.💡

The confidence to have those conversations doesn't happen overnight. It comes from education, support, and having the right team behind you.

That's exactly why insurance education has become such a priority at Oasis Travel Network, and it's making a real difference for our advisors and their clients.

Curious how? Read our latest blog! 👇

🔗 https://www.oasistravelnetwork.com/how-oasis-travel-network-is-helping-advisors-grow-through-insurance-education/

How Oasis Travel Network Is Helping Advisors Grow Through Insurance Education - Oasis Travel Network % When travel advisors feel confident discussing travel insurance, clients benefit. That's a philosophy Oasis Travel Network has embraced for years, and the results speak for themselves.Over the past two years, OTN has seen significant growth in travel insurance sales, with overall sales increasing 40...

has officially kicked off! 🌴💙

This week is all about education, collaboration, and networking as industry professionals come together to learn, connect, and grow. We can’t wait to see what the week brings and the opportunities that emerge from the conversations and partnerships ahead.

A special thank you to our event sponsor, Sandals Resorts, for hosting us at the gorgeous Sandals Royal Curaçao. We are grateful for your support and hospitality as we kick off an exciting week together.