Do you want to join this money-making enterprise?
Are you asking ‘How can I open a travel agency?’.
Most tourists have easier access to travel agencies that are based online.
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We will show you exactly how to set up your own travel agency.
However, if you are already passionate about a specific sector, then you might focus on it.
The sector that you choose will be your niche; in other words, your product.
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Essentially, this is the most critical section.
A common mistake with first-time entrepreneurs is the need to do everything.
This invites lots of competition, especially from travel agencies which are already well established.
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It is paramount to do extensive research before deciding on what you will specialise in.
It is also essential to determine potential problems you may face and how to overcome them.
This is done by the CIPC (Companies Intellectual Property Commission) before the operation of the company.
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This will put you in the government database as a service provider and get you a travel agency license.
As a new establishment, you better be able to sell your services at a fair commission.
Give them your ideas, your business plan, vision, and what you hope to achieve.
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You will be taken seriously, and they will most likely partner with you.
Do they prioritise customer satisfaction?
Do they have an upstanding reputation?
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This section shows you how to start an online travel agency.
More people will sign up for something that they can see and expect rather than empty promises.
The website should also be professional and easy to use.
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Happy customers will always come back to your company and will bring their friends and relatives.
In hindsight, it will make your business grow very fast.
Also, it is essential to make use of good reviews.
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Sharing good reviews online will put your business ahead and elevate your position gaining more customers.
The associations listed below willfacilitate a smooth entry into the tourism world.
DISCLAIMER:This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances.
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Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!
Before joining the team in 2018, Lynn wrote for Kenyan media platforms and several other websites.
She graduated from the University of Nairobi in 2019 with honours after pursuing a BSc.
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She is currently studying for a Master’s degree in the same field.
Lynn specialises in writing celebrity biographies, listicles and teasers for popular TV shows.
Contacts; +254707596322, lynnkandie27@gmail.com
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