What is a certified Disney travel agent?

What is a certified Disney travel agent? Travel agents with Disney have been trained on all their vacations including theme parks, cruises, Adventures, Aulani and resorts. This allows the trained agent to provide not just the basics of booking for a client, but inside information to make sure they get the most out of it.

Does Disney have a good reputation?

The Walt Disney Company has been recognized among the “World's Most Admired Companies” on Fortune's annual list, released online today and in the magazine's February/March issue. Disney ranked No. 5 overall, and for the 19th consecutive year, retained its position as the top-ranked media and entertainment company.

Do I need an IATA number to be a travel agent?

In order to book from IATA, the travel agent must get registered with IATA as an IATA travel agent. However, it is also possible to buy and sell tickets without getting affiliated with IATA. All travel agents who do so are known as non-IATA/independent travel agents.

Can I use a Disney travel agent after booking?

Transfer of reservations (or voyage fares) which are not paid in full may be requested within 30 days of the initial booking. Any requested transfer subject to Disney's approval is Disney's sole discretion. Reservations which are paid in full are not eligible for a transfer request.

Why are Disney travel agents free?

Why? Disney pays the agent for you. Each agent gets a commission from Disney for the bookings they've made on your behalf. That's why most Disney travel agencies have a policy of not charging their clients any sort of itinerary planning fee — because they're already getting paid.

Is it cheaper to book Disney as a package?

Buying a Disney World vacation package means you must purchase your hotel room and either dining or tickets or both for each person in the party directly from Disney, with those components priced and sold together as a “package.” Normal Disney vacation packages are not discounted; prices are more-or-less consistent ...

Is it easy to get hired at Disney World?

Although Disney has competitive programs like the Disney College Program, many locals and Disney-lovers alike are easily able to land a position with the company as long as they have the proper experience. The hiring process is like that of many other theme park jobs.

How do I know if my Disney agent is legit?

How do I know if my Disney agent is legit? The biggest thing you need to look for is if the agency itself is EAR-marked and has its Authorized Disney Vacation Planner status.

What are the levels of Disney travel agents?

Agency Information: Is the agency an Earmarked Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, and if so, at what level? (The levels are Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond.)

Are Disney travel agents worth it?

Unless people are willing to spend a lot of time reading and researching, we usually recommend they use a Disney World-focused agent to help plan trips.

How much is Disney travel agent training?

Disney Travel Agent (DTA) Training The Disney College of Knowledge is free. You should not be paying a travel agency for access to DTA. The College of Knowledge has online classes that will get you up to speed on all the Disney destinations and offerings. Here is the link to Disney Travel Agents.

Is it hard to be a Disney travel agent?

Being an independent contractor takes commitment and dedication. Being a Disney Travel Agent is a lot of fun, but like with any job, there will be times that it is tough. You will need to push through the tough times if you want to succeed. As mentioned above, it will take time to develop a clientele.

How to get IATA card?

Does Disney have their own travel agents?

Now, while Disney does not have official travel agents that book packages including things like airfare, there are a number of Authorized Disney Vacation Planners that support clients in a variety of ways.

Is it stressful to be a travel agent?

Being a travel agent is a stressful job. Agents must keep up on all new traveling information as it develops. Those working for themselves will experience tough times if they don't get enough customers. Travel agents market themselves by creating websites, belonging to travel consortiums, and networking.