On the first day of its Midwest trade show, which kicked off in Detroit on Monday, Apple Vacations unveiled its new educational program, Apple Vacations Agent Academy. The web-based, interactive program allows travel agents to become accredited by the tour company by taking four, 20-minute courses per semester, at their own pace. Courses focus on tools, policies and procedures of Apple Vacations, as well as hotel- and destination-specific seminars. In addition, on completion of each course agents will receive bonus Royalties Points, discount and promotions information and a listing on the "Find a Travel Agent" section of Apple Vacations' web site. Register for the academy by November 20 and be entered to win one of 20 vacations. Visit [www.applevacations.com/academy].
