1. What is the GTI Independent Travel Agent program and how does it work?
2. Who is Global Travel International?
3. How will being a GTI Independent Travel Agent also benefit my traveling?
4. What kind of savings can I get as a GTI Independent Travel Agent?
5. What about GTI's industry and travel agent credentials?
6. What support is available if I don't have any experience as a travel agent?
7. Does the GTI Independent Travel Agent business opportunity really work?
8. Is there a money-back guarantee?
9. What kind of benefits will I receive as a GTI Independent Travel Agent?
10. What kind of commissions can I make?
11. Can I use the Internet to book travel?
12. What is a ResMax™ website?
13. How do I launch my ResMax™ website?
14. Do I have to build a business or can I just supplement my income?
15. What is a FAM Trip?
16. How does GTI make money?
17. How long is the GTI membership good for?
18. How is my payment processed?
19. What are my payment options?
20. Is there anything I need to get started?
21. What kind of training and education does GTI offer?
22. What is included with my GTI enrollment fee?
23. Are there any benefits or bonuses for referring people to GTI?

Answers

1. What is the GTI Independent Travel Agent program and how does it work?
   
   Global Travel International currently has tens of thousands of successful Independent Travel Agents and is continuously growing. These are regular everyday people like you who have become Independent Travel Agents under the GTI umbrella. Through GTI, you have access to generous commission-making opportunities and big discounts GTI has specially negotiated with leading travel suppliers in the industry. GTI affords a profitable home-based business opportunity for people who want to build a business or supplement incomes, while also enjoying the benefits of a career in the travel industry. Plus, our Agents are given an exclusive advantage over their competition, with unparalleled training opportunities and call center support to help them build profitable businesses, and live their dreams of working from home and traveling more![Back to the top]
    
2. Who is Global Travel International?
   
   Since 1994, Global Travel International has quickly become America’s #1 home-based travel agent enterprise. With an impressive roster of tens of thousands of Independent Travel Agents worldwide, GTI and its team of Agents sell over $100 million in travel annually. It is the high-powered volume that allows GTI to provide our top-producing Agents with huge travel discounts and savings. GTI's comprehensive business-building system provides all the know-how, training and tools you'll need to succeed in this exciting field as your own self-employed career professional! [Back to the top]
    
3. How will GTI membership enhance my traveling?
   
   If you love to travel, imagine doing it in style for much less than you're paying now. In fact, imagine receiving preferred treatment, upgraded accommodations and more as you make your way through the world's most exciting destinations. As an Independent Travel Agent with GTI, you'll enjoy a world of travel and lifestyle benefits. The fantastic discounts you'll receive will give you the opportunity to travel more than you dreamed possible before. You can enroll online today at www.globaltravelworks.com. [Back to the top]
    
4. What kind of savings can I get as a GTI member?
   
   GTI opens up a world of opportunities and savings for you and your clients, such as cruise savings up to 70% off the brochure prices; opportunities to obtain space-available courtesy upgrades; access to GTI Familiarization (FAM) Trips to exciting destinations; discounted car-rental rates and category upgrades; up to 50% savings on hotel rates worldwide; discounted rates on vacation packages and escorted tours; 20% off at more than 10,000 restaurants across the United States; extra savings at popular national retailers, food and beverage establishments, consumer services and recreational facilities; and much, much more! [Back to the top]
    
5. What about GTI's industry and travel agent credentials?
   
   Global Travel International is recognized by major professional organizations, including the Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC) and the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). Once qualified, GTI proudly endorses your acquisition of the appropriate travel agent credentials including CLIA cards. [Back to the top]
    
6. What support is available if I don't have any experience as a travel agent?
   
   The GTI Independent Travel Agent business opportunity is designed for people of all skill levels, whether seasoned professional or little to no travel experience whatsoever. GTI will provide you with all the necessary tools you'll need, and teach you how to sell travel, make money, refer friends and family to build your organization, and travel more. It's really very easy! You will have access to the GTI Agent-Only website where you can view your commission account, book travel online and set up your own travel business website. GTI offers unparalleled training opportunities through GTI University, including Teleconferences, Global Tutor Program, Global Tutor Training On-Demand, Getting Started Workshops and CruiseColleges™. In addition, more than 100 Reservation and Support Specialists at GTI’s state-of-the-art facility located in Maitland, Florida are available to help you every step of the way. [Back to the top]
    
7. Does the GTI Independent Travel Agent business opportunity really work?
   
   Booking over $100 million in annual travel sales through its army of Independent Travel Agents, GTI has forged strategic alliances and been honored by the industry's leading travel suppliers. Additionally, GTI Agents earn millions of dollars in commissions each year. All travel industry research concludes that the most trusted source for travel recommendations is family and friends. As a GTI Agent, you are perfectly positioned to be successful. Plus, your benefits are based on availability and productivity. Once qualified, you can typically expect to take advantage of travel perks and possible space-available upgrades, as well as substantially lower rates for hotels, cruise lines, car rental companies and resorts. [Back to the top]
    
8. Is there a money-back guarantee?
   
   You have a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are unsatisfied with the GTI Independent Travel Agent program. However, given the tremendous success of our GTI Independent Travel Agents, we feel very confident that once you get the Agent Welcome Kit and review the materials, you'll agree what a beneficial and incredibly simple opportunity it is. However, you have up to 14 days from the date of your membership enrollment certification to cancel and receive a full refund less any shipping and processing fees if you are not completely satisfied. Unfortunately, there is no refund after the 14 day period, but we're confident you'll know by then what GTI can do for you. [Back to the top]
    
9. What kind of benefits will I receive with membership?
   
   Being a GTI Independent Travel Agent affords numerous opportunities to earn money and take advantage of tremendous savings. Benefits include up to 90% travel sales commissions based on sales performance, up to 50% travel savings, residual income from direct referrals' travel sales and membership renewals, Agent-Only deals, FAM Trips, comprehensive training, call center support and so much more! You can even enhance your GTI membership with additional Benefits Plans designed to enrich and maximize your travel experience. [Back to the top]
    
10. What kind of commissions can I make?
    
    The commissions paid on most travel reserved through GTI is 5 to 10% of the commissionable rates for hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages, which we will share with you. Better yet, based on your sales performance, you could receive possible commissions up to 90%! Commission percentages are calculated from Base Commission, which ranges from 5-10% of the price of travel excluding any applicable taxes or non-commissionable fees. The commission checks are sent out once a month and paid to you on average 30 to 60 days after the date the travel. It's one of the best opportunities to make some extra income by doing your friends, family or co-workers a favor. All you have to do is have your clients book online through your ResMax™ site or call GTI's Travel Reservation Center when they want to book travel and give the Travel Sales Representative your Personal Identification Number (PIN). Your clients will get the best possible deal around, and you can earn commissions. View the commissions matrix. [Back to the top]
     
11. Can I use the Internet to book travel?
    
    If you have a computer with Internet access, we can provide you with state-of-the-art, user-friendly technology that stimulates the success and profitability of your travel business and allows you to take advantage of tremendous savings, simply with the click of a button. We can provide you with your very own travel business website, ResMax™, which allows you to access reservations, book travel, and get hot travel deals and a world of savings. All of the details and instructions will be included in the Agent Welcome Kit you receive from GTI, and on the GTI Agent-Only website. [Back to the top]
     
12. What is a ResMax™ website?
    
    When you join Global Travel International, we'll help you set up and launch your very own, GTI-maintained ResMax™ travel business website. ResMax, GTI's ultimate turnkey travel e-business, comes complete with all the necessary tools that your clients will need to research and book all of their travel. You don't need to be technologically savvy. If you prefer, you can contact a GTI Agent Services Representative who will gladly activate your website for you. [Back to the top]
     
13. How do I launch my ResMax™ website?
    
    With ResMax™, your personalized travel reservation website can be doing business on the Internet in less than 5 minutes. You can follow easy setup instructions on the Agent-Only website. Or if you prefer, you can contact a GTI Agent Services Representative who will gladly activate your website for you. Your clients will be able to research and book airline, car rental and hotel reservations, as well as vacation packages and cruises. Plus, they'll have access to last-minute specials, destination information and so much more. When your clients book their travel on your website, you can earn commission. With your website active 24 hours a day, you can actually make money while you sleep! [Back to the top]
     
14. Do I have to build a business or can I just supplement my income?
    
    Whether you're looking for a way to supplement your income on a part-time basis or wanting a full-time business venture, GTI offers you the opportunity to build a lucrative home-based business while also allowing for a more fulfilling, cost-effective travel experience. Imagine a business opportunity that offers you a way to earn income without handling any inventory or selling items door to door, doesn't entail you learning complicated technical information, requires only a small upfront investment, provides extensive support, and involves the freedom to be your own boss while doing something you enjoy ... traveling! [Back to the top]
     
15. What is a FAM Trip?
    
    A Familiarization, or FAM, Trip is a lower-rate vacation that travel industry professionals can go on to familiarize and educate themselves with vacation destinations, All-Inclusive resorts, cruise ships, etc. FAM Trips are sometimes available for as low as $100 for an All-Inclusive vacation. Many times, an Agent on a FAM Trip travels for between 50% and 90% off the value of the travel services provided. [Back to the top]
     
16. How does GTI make money?
    
    We benefit and profit simply by travel sales! We combine the tremendous buying power of our huge Agent base with over $100 million in annual travel sales to negotiate better rates and benefits with leading suppliers than most independent agencies can by themselves. It is a win/win relationship for everyone. [Back to the top]
     
17. How long is the GTI membership good for?
    
    The enrollment fee covers your membership, Welcome Kit, access to your GTI Agent-Only website and your personal ResMax™ travel business website to get you started. The program is good for one full year, and there is an annual renewal fee that covers GTI's cost to recertify your Independent Travel Agent status, and give you ongoing service and support, through printed publications, web hosting service and much more. [Back to the top]
     
18. How much of a discount will I get as a Travel Agent?
    
    Your GTI Independent Travel Agent Reference Manual will give you the details and actual scripts to use when traveling so you can take advantage of upgrades and discounts. Our members typically report saving up to 50% off hotels and up to 30% on car rentals. We negotiate the best deals on cruises and tours, and even have a Low Price Guarantee! As far as air travel goes, our reservation system is updated 27 times a day to find you the lowest published fare and help you obtain courtesy upgrades when available. [Back to the top]
     
19. How is my payment processed?
    
    Your enrollment fee is processed today, and we conveniently bill it to any valid major credit or debit card of your choice. Once we confirm your enrollment you will receive your Personal Identification Number (PIN) and Welcome Kit with all of the program details so you can begin selling travel and making money. We are extremely confident you will love this program, but if you're not completely satisfied, all you have to do is give us a call within the first 14 days and you will receive a refund (less any shipping and processing fees). [Back to the top]
     
20. What are my payment options?
    
    GTI offers multiple payment options, including installment and monthly payment plans. Please contact a Membership Sales Representative for full payment plan details. [Back to the top]
     
21. Is there anything I need to get started?
    
    The only thing you need to get started is the desire to enhance your life and travel experiences including making and saving money. All of the details will be sent to you in the mail along with our Independent Travel Agent Agreement for you to sign and return. You can call GTI’s Agent Services Department for details. We designed this program to meet the needs of everyday consumers and make it as easy as possible! [Back to the top]
     
22. What kind of training and education does GTI offer?
    
    GTI's Independent Travel Agent program comes complete with easy-to-follow comprehensive training, promotional and marketing tools, and the assistance from more than 100 Travel and Agent Services Representatives. We give GTI Agents the opportunity and advantage over their competition through specialized programs designed to guide you through all of the facets of this exciting business, including our exclusive Global Tutor Program, Global Tutor Training On-Demand modules, Getting Started Workshops, CruiseCollege™ seminars, weekly Teleconferences, FAM Trips and Ship Inspections aboard the world's greatest cruise ships - all of which have been designed to help you build and maximize your travel business. [Back to the top]
     
23. What is included with my GTI enrollment fee?
    
    When you join GTI you'll receive a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand program that includes everything you need to start earning income and booking travel immediately. You will receive your GTI Agent Personal Identification Number (PIN), Agent Welcome Kit, Agent Agreement form, access to the GTI Agent-Only website, instructions for setting up your ResMax travel business website, access to your online marketing kit, an email marketing campaign, access to GTI University and several online quick-start courses, access to DealFinder (GTI’s proprietary deal finding gateway) and so much more! [Back to the top]
     
24. Are there any benefits or bonuses for referring people to GTI?
    
    Yes! In fact, referring new Agents to GTI is one of the easiest and fastest ways to make money. Not only can you earn a Quick Cash Bonus when you refer a new Agent who sets up their ResMax™ website within 30 days, but you also can make money from all their commissionable travel sales. It’s an unlimited, high-income-generating opportunity that requires very little effort on your part! [Back to the top]