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Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Prestige Travel Network..
 
WHAT IS PRESTIGE TRAVEL SYSTEMS?
Prestige Travel Systems is a full service travel corporation established in 1988 and operates an Internet cruise and tour division and a corporate incentive. The company is bonded and approved by the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), and the Cruise Line International Association (CLIA). Prestige Travel is licensed as a Seller of Travel and is authorized to operate throughout the United States.
 
HOW DO I FIND MY CLIENTS?
Everyone you know or meet is a potential client. Start with family, friends, church, sport organizations, the Internet, business associates, teachers and clubs. Our Travel Club is also an excellent marketing tool to obtain new clients. We can also provide you with a personalized web site which can be used to market and sell travel on the internet or simply distribute your Preferred Customer Cards.
 
HOW DO I BOOK TRAVEL WITH SUPPLIERS?
1. You can simply refer clients to your agent I.D. number (Preferred Customer number) and they can call us directly;
2. Call us and we will assist you with your clients travel needs;
3. You can book directly with suppliers (cruises, tours, hotels and cars) following the procedures outlined in your Agent Training Manual.
4. If you are on the Internet, you can access one of our reservation booking systems and book directly on-line. Advanced systems will actually allow you to issue tickets directly from your home/office location.
 
 
HOW ARE COMMISSIONS EARNED?
Commissions are paid to Prestige Travel Systems by suppliers. The following percentages are typical of what is paid to the agency by suppliers:
 
Travel Type Commission Range
EXAMPLE: You book a $2000.00 cruise and the commission rate from the cruise line is 18%. The total commission earned is $360.00. As a Level I Network Member you would earn 30%, or $108.00. As a Level V Network Member you would earn 60%, or $216.00.
Cruises 10% - 20%
Tour Packages 10% - 20%
Hotels & Car Rentals 10%-18%
Insurance 15% – 35%
HOW CAN I COMPETE WITH OTHER LOCAL AGENCIES?
As an affiliate of Prestige Travel you will have access to extremely competitive cruise, tour, hotel and car rental , by utilizing the services of our discount cruise division you will obtain the lowest prices available.
1. By utilizing the services of our discount cruise division you will obtain the lowest prices available.
2. Use our Travel Club to create customer loyalty by offering special discount vacations travel for members.
2. The above services, as well as good customer service, will set you apart from agencies in your local area.

HOW DO I KEEP CURRENT ON SPECIALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIAL PROMOTIONS?
You can subscribe to our weekly E-mail Information Hotline Service. Prestige Travel will send you via email weekly specials and promotions and our monthly E­News, which is also published on our website. You can also visit various Travel websites. All sources offer a wealth of information.

WHAT OPERATING EXPENSES ARE THERE OTHER THAN MY INITIAL INVESTMENT?
1. Very little! You'll need business cards, and if you would like, letterhead displaying your agency name.
2. If you wish, you can work off your dining room table and use your existing phone/computer. Most travel suppliers have toll­free numbers and websites, so there will be no long distance phone bills to worry about.

HOW LONG DOES MY NETWORK MEMBERSHIP LAST AND ARE THERE ANY MONTHLY FEES?
Your membership in the Network will be renewed on the one year anniversary of your initial affiliation, provided you have earned at least $100.00 in net commissions. There are no monthly or annual fees. The only additional fee is a $35.00 fee to cover administrative costs to update paper­work and issue a new photo I.D. card upon your renewal.

WHAT IS THE MONEY BACK GUARANTEE?
If the program does not meet your expectations, notify the Agent Support Center. When books & materials are received by Prestige in their original condition within 30 days of your initial registration, you will receive a full refund for your membership fee less the cost of an administrative/shipping & handling fee.
 
HOW DO I GET BROCHURES?
Suppliers will send you brochures once you are established with them at no cost to you.
 
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE AGENCY I.D. CARD?

The card is used for the following purposes:

1. To provide agency identification for those states that require registration as a seller of travel.
2. Required for agency specials events and training.
3. Contains agency and agent data including renewal dates.
4. Identification for special programs arranged through selected suppliers and vendors.
 
Click here to request additional information via email benny@ptstravel.com or, Call 800-359-0517, Ask for Camille x239 or Carolyn x557
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