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    Take a Break From Information Overload

    By : Ruthanne Terrero - SEPTEMBER 07, 2010

    Ruthanne Terrero tells agents to give their brain some rest from the constant barrage of technology and social media, reminding them that creating dream itineraries requires some imaginative time, too.

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    Top 25 Agents of 2010

    By : Jena Tesse Fox - AUGUST 27, 2010

    We invited our readers to tell us why they were the top of their field. All had wonderful stories about their challenges and triumphs, making it very difficult for us to select just 25.

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    When Poor Service Wrecks Your Best-Laid Sales Plan

    By : Ruthanne Terrero - AUGUST 25, 2010

    Ruthanne Terrero reminds agents that it's imperative that the first impression they have on interested clients is that they're knowledgeable and excited that they clients responded to a marketing message.

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    Supply Is There, Now Create the Demand

    By : John McMahon - JULY 20, 2010

    John McMahon reminds agents that it's up to them to create demand for cruises now that there is a plentiful supply along with some generous support to sell them.

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    Don’t Just Survive, Thrive!

    By : Ruthanne Terrero - JULY 19, 2010

    After attending several industry events and speaking with industry leaders, Ruthanne Terrero notes that a new ship launch and an inviting Europe have set the tone for an exciting period for travel.

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    The Power of Destination Weddings: A Valuable Group Business

    By : Jacqueline Johnson - JULY 13, 2010

    Approximately 16 percent couples opt for a destination wedding—a 400 percent increase in the last 10 years—and different estimates put the market value between $3 billion and $5 billion.

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    The Upside of the Downturn

    By : Ruthanne Terrero - JULY 01, 2010

    The goal for 2010 should be to forget about 2009 and to aspire to prior years for revenue goals, and to keep in mind basic selling techniques that allow you to meet a client’s needs and communicate them instantly and effectively.

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    Building A New Bridge Between Traditional and Online Travel AgentsThis story may be especially useful to the Home-based Agent.Exclusive

    By : Ronnie Gurion - JUNE 29, 2010

    EXCLUSIVE: Ronnie Gurion, president of Orbitz Worldwide Distribution, addresses the community about Orbitz for Agents program and the relationship between OTAs and traditional agents.

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    What’s Your Success Mantra?

    By : Ruthanne Terrero - JUNE 21, 2010

    Revving up your business post recession could mean returning to your forte and diversifying the destinations you sell.

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    Turning Lookers Into Bookers

    By : Ruthanne Terrero - JUNE 10, 2010

    Ruthanne Terrero reminds you that it's unlikely consumers are in your store or agency if they don't want something from you. Determine what they want to educate them on the wonderful things they didn't know they wanted.

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