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Travel Sales Agent

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Reliable and available to work a full-time schedule between 35-45 hours/week based on business needs
  • Strong typing skills and proficient with internet navigation, chat, email, and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to communicate through all mediums (verbal, listening, written) and confidence to make outbound, follow-up calls to customers
  • Self-motivated and adaptable to succeed in a structured virtual call center

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted travel advisor by delivering expert recommendations tailored to customer needs
  • Build new customer relationships by handling 1–2 inbound calls per hour
  • Accurately process new vacation reservations and make requested changes to existing reservations
  • Consistently meet or exceed sales goals by applying team lead feedback and executing sales strategies

Key facts

Other skills

  • Sales
  • Communication
  • Typing
  • Web Navigation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Coaching
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Self-Motivation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem Solving

About the company

World Travel Holdings Inc logo

World Travel Holdings Inc

Travel & Tourism

World Travel Holdings specializes in selling dream vacations to millions of customers and is one of the nation’s largest distributors of cruises. Our team is known for putting our customers first and delivering a remarkable experience with every interaction. Many of our employees refer to World Travel Holdings as a family and embrace our Core Values of Passion, Pride, Teamwork and Velocity. In fact, we have been named Achievers “50 Most Engaged Workplaces" since 2011. More than 80% of our employees work from home and we are consistently recognized as an industry leader in remote employment. That is why FlexJobs named us in its Top 100 Companies for Remote Jobs for three consecutive years. We are also privileged to have received prestigious awards and top honors from the largest cruise lines including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Celebrity, just to name a few. Our status as a powerhouse in the travel industry has also been acknowledged by leading publications such as Travel Weekly’s Power List every year since 2007, and the Gold Travvy for Best Large Retail Agency by TravAllianceMedia. We have acquired these by the success we have had in owning and operating more than 17 brands like CruisesOnly, Cheap Cruises, LuxuryCruise.com, Vacation Outlet and Resort for a Day. The company markets and sells vacations on behalf of its more than 18 partner brands which are comprised of top leisure travel providers, including almost every U.S. airline, leading hotel brands and prominent corporations — Priceline, BJ’s, Delta Airlines, Marriott, Hilton Grand Vacation Club and more. We also operate Dream Vacations/CruiseOne, a top-rated travel agency franchise, and a villas division comprised of Villas of Distinction, VillaRental.com and Jamaica Villas by Linda Smith. Offices in Wakefield, Mass.; Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; and Chorley, England.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryTravel & Tourism
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Overview:

Travel Sales Agent
Location: Remote (U.S.)

About The Role

World Travel Holdings is seeking motivated Travel Sales Agents who thrive on building strong client relationships, closing sales, and driving repeat and referral business. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and ready to turn your love of travel into a rewarding remote career, this could be the perfect opportunity.

What We Offer

  • Pay: Average first-year earnings are approximately $40K with greater potential as you gain experience. Compensation includes a guaranteed base pay of $15/hour or performance-based incentives, whichever is greater.
  • Training: Paid initial training and ongoing development to support your growth and success.
  • Equipment: We’ll provide you with the computer equipment and headset needed to work remote.
  • Support: Our internal support team is available real-time to help you be successful.
  • Benefits: Eligible 90 days after hire to include medical, dental, 401K, paid time off, and more.
  • Travel Perks: Experience the industry through deeply discounted cruises, access to travel agent rates, and more.

 

 

About World Travel Holdings
World Travel Holdings is the nation’s largest cruise agency and an award‑winning leisure travel company with nearly 40 travel brands. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL, we offer a people‑focused culture with a strong commitment to employee engagement and remote work. Learn more: WorldTravelHoldings.com.

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted travel advisor by delivering expert recommendations tailored to customer needs.
  • Build new customer relationships by handling 1–2 inbound calls per hour.
  • Accurately process new vacation reservations and make requested changes to existing reservations in a timely manner.
  • Adhere to our Customer Connection methodology to ensure customers receive a remarkable experience.
  • Manage assigned leads by completing multiple follow-up touchpoints and updating CRM records.
  • Proactively engage prospective customers through targeted outreach campaigns.
  • Navigate through multiple browsers and systems, chat via instant messaging, and respond to emails all while maintaining an engaged conversation with our customer.
  • Consistently meet or exceed sales goals by applying team lead feedback, executing sales strategies, and prioritizing calls effectively.
  • Remain accessible and responsive via phone, email, and chat during scheduled work hours.
  • Engage in team meetings and training to build knowledge and stay informed of company initiatives.
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Qualifications:

Qualifications

  • Schedule Adherence: Reliable and available to work a full-time schedule between 35-45 hours/week based on business needs.
  • Tech Savvy: Strong typing skills and proficient with internet navigation, chat, email, and Microsoft Office. 
  • Communication: Ability to communicate through all mediums (verbal, listening, written) and confidence to make outbound, follow-up calls to customers.
  • Receptive: Open to receive coaching feedback through regular meetings and apply learnings.
  • Dexterity: Able to concentrate and sit or stand at a desk while viewing a computer screen repetitively and answering the phone for each scheduled shift.
  • Remote: Self-motivated and adaptable to succeed in a structured virtual call center with reliable internet (at least 5.0 Mbps upload / 10 Mbps download).
  • Workspace: Must have a private, distraction-free workspace where you can focus. To avoid overlap, your home office must be in a different residence from any other World Travel Holdings remote employee.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time schedule (35–45 hours/week) based on business needs
  • Training: 6 weeks, Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM EST
  • Post-Training Schedule: Assigned shifts may fall between 10:00 AM–11:30 PM EST, including weekends, holidays, and non-consecutive days off
  • Ongoing Scheduling: Quarterly shift bids with schedules that may range between 6:00 AM–2:00 AM EST

 

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Overview:

  • Paid Training: $15/hour, with comprehensive onboarding and ongoing development
  • Earnings Potential: Average first-year earnings of approximately $40,000, with higher earning potential based on performance; includes base pay of $15/hour or incentive-based earnings, whichever is greater

 

Benefits Overview:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with discretionary company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Travel discounts and employee perks
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional development and learning opportunities

 

EEO Statement 

World Travel Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

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