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Career insights, hiring trends, and AI-powered recruitment advice for the travel industry.

Career Advice

Top 5 GDS Systems Every Travel Agent Should Master in 2026

From Sabre to Amadeus, here's which Global Distribution Systems are most in demand with premier employers this year.

Oct 1, 2026 2 min read
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Industry Trends

How AI Is Transforming Travel Industry Recruitment

AI matching technology is cutting time-to-placement by 40%. Here's what that means for candidates and employers.

Sep 22, 2026 2 min read
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Salary Guide

Corporate Travel Consultant Salary Guide: 2026 Edition

What can you expect to earn as a corporate travel consultant? We break down compensation by region, GDS, and experience level.

Sep 10, 2026 2 min read
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Career Advice

Why Leisure & Luxury Travel Is the Hottest Travel Niche

High-net-worth clients drive demand for luxury travel advisors. Here's how to break into the Virtuoso network.

Aug 28, 2026 3 min read
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Industry Trends

Hiring Entertained: MICE Travel Is Booming — Are You Ready?

Meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions travel is surging. What employers need to know about sourcing MICE talent.

Aug 15, 2026 2 min read
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Career Advice

Remote Travel Jobs: The New Normal for Corporate Consultants

More agencies are offering fully remote corporate travel roles. Here's what candidates need to stand out.

Aug 2, 2026 2 min read
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Career Advice

How to Ace Your Travel Consultant Interview: 10 Questions to Prepare

From fare construction scenarios to VIP service role-plays, here are the questions top travel agencies ask — and how to answer them with confidence.

Sep 28, 2026 2 min read
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Training & Certification

The Complete Guide to Amadeus GDS Certification in 2026

Amadeus remains the dominant GDS in Europe and emerging markets. We break down the certification paths, costs, and how to showcase proficiency to employers.

Sep 18, 2026 3 min read
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Industry Trends

Travel Nurse Staffing vs. Travel Agent Staffing: What's the Difference?

The word 'travel' trips up a lot of candidates. Here's a clear breakdown of healthcare travel staffing versus corporate travel industry staffing — and which path fits you.

Sep 5, 2026 2 min read
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Salary Guide

Negotiating Your Travel Consultant Salary: A Step-by-Step Playbook

Base, commission splits, after-hours premiums, and remote stipends — know every lever before you sign. Our recruiters share the exact framework they use.

Aug 22, 2026 3 min read
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Career Advice

From Travel Agent to Travel Manager: Mapping Your Career Progression

What does the path from front-line agent to senior travel manager look like? We chart the milestones, skills, and salary jumps at each stage.

Aug 8, 2026 3 min read
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Industry Trends

Why Boutique Travel Agencies Are Hiring Faster Than the Big OTAs

Smaller, specialized agencies are winning talent wars with flexibility, niche expertise, and better culture. Here's what's driving the shift in 2026.

Jul 25, 2026 3 min read
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