Frequently
Asked Questions
Q:
What is an Independent Travel Contractor?
A person that have signed a contract agreement with The Cruise Company as a self-employed
business person to sell travel and travel services to the public on behalf of
The Cruise Company.
Q:
What are the fees and what does it include?
We offer three unique and powerful packages that will meet your needs. Enrollment
fee starts at $595 and includes:
- The Cruise Company Retail Client Website
- Earn up to 80% Commission
- Active & Updated Website
- "Free" Personal Training - Plus continuing education programs
- The Cruise Company's Cruise Reference Guide
- Maintain all required industry membership and certification
- Participant in the Ensemble Travel Group - Exclusive offers for your clients
- "Free" Email Alerts
- "Free" Advertising
- Participant in CLIA - World's largest cruise association
- Complete back office support
- No Inventory - Book into our "preferred supplier" reserved dates
- Travel at agent reduced rates / Earn Bonus Commissions / Earn.Prizes
- Tax Benefits and Deductions
- No Monthly Fees
- Toll-Free Ongoing Support
Q:
Do I need prior travel sells experience?
No prior travel sales experience required. All that is required is your commitment
and willingness to learn.
Q:
How much will I earn?
You can earn up
to 80% commission from your commissionable sales. Unlimited earning potential
are largely dependent on the amount of time and effort you put into your business.
Q: Where
do I need to go for my training?
All training will be done at the comfort
of your own home. You do not have to waste time traveling to any training center
and spend extra money for flights, hotel stays and meals. All you need is internet
access and a telephone.
Q:
How do I get paid?
Commission is paid
on the 15th of every month.
Q:
How soon can I start selling and make commission?
Once you have been approved, signed the Independent Travel Contractor Agreement
and have paid your enrollment fee you can start booking your cruises and start
earning commission right away.
Q:
Are your cruise prices competitive?
Absolutely.
We offer competitive prices due to our successful past associations with the major
cruise lines and they have allowed us to secure special cruise program to offer
to our clients. We also offer Ensemble Exclusive - VIP benefits including prepaid
gratuities, shipboard credit, free bottle of wine and savings available only when
you book with The Cruise Company.
Q:
What is an Enrollment Fee?
This is a
onetime fee that is due when you sign The Cruise Company agreement and enroll
in our program.
Q:
Why should I become a member of The Cruise Company?
We have been in the cruise industry for over 45 years, we are reputable, honest
and dedicated. We will simply set the stage for you for a dynamic future and we
are excited about the growth potential for all our Independent Travel Contractors.
Businesses do not become great by chance. We are committed to assisting you in
finding your blueprint for success.