I want to become a Disney travel agent on the side

[Jmsavery]

What agency would you suggest I join? I already have a full time job, this honestly would just be something I do on the side for friends and family and to enjoy a few perks while I'm at it. I'm always the go-to for vacation planning and figured why not make a little extra money while I'm at it. I don't have experience as a TA, but I have been in sales/ administration my entire adult career and we go to WDW at least once a year. In looking for a company that doesn't have minimum requirements.
Thanks!

 

[PrincessShmoo]

What agency would you suggest I join? I already have a full time job, this honestly would just be something I do on the side for friends and family and to enjoy a few perks while I'm at it. I'm always the go-to for vacation planning and figured why not make a little extra money while I'm at it. I don't have experience as a TA, but I have been in sales/ administration my entire adult career and we go to WDW at least once a year. In looking for a company that doesn't have minimum requirements.
Thanks!

https://magicguides.com/how-to-become-a-disney-travel-agent/

 

[Kitty 34]

I think the DIS has a good one.

 

[Jmsavery]

What agency would you suggest I join? I already have a full time job, this honestly would just be something I do on the side for friends and family and to enjoy a few perks while I'm at it. I'm always the go-to for vacation planning and figured why not make a little extra money while I'm at it. I don't have experience as a TA, but I have been in sales/ administration my entire adult career and we go to WDW at least once a year. In looking for a company that doesn't have minimum requirements.
Thanks!

Edit to add, I've looked into countless agencies and would prefer recommendations from like-minded agents who can share their experience. I'm leaning towards Park Savers

 

[sam_gordon]

I suggest searching the board. This question comes up a couple of times a year. I think the general consensus is "it's not what you think it will be".

ETA: Here you go...
https://www.disboards.com/threads/becoming-disney-travel-agent.3745326/#post-60511418
https://www.disboards.com/threads/b...l-agent-salary-and-business-question.3575765/
https://www.disboards.com/threads/how-to-become-disney-travel-agent.3669418/#post-58924732
https://www.disboards.com/threads/h...ravel-specialist-agent.3486052/#post-55569993
https://www.disboards.com/threads/tips-for-becoming-a-disney-travel-agent.3402320/

 

[Jmsavery]

I suggest searching the board. This question comes up a couple of times a year. I think the general consensus is "it's not what you think it will be"

Thanks. I've tried searching for my specific question but I didn't have any luck. I'm not looking to do this as a career, strictly just for fun for myself and family/ friends. I'm not going to search for clients or hound people to book. I was curious if there is an agency that supports part time or is anyone has any feedback.

 

[PrincessShmoo]

@Jmsavery
Thanks. I've tried searching for my specific question but I didn't have any luck. I'm not looking to do this as a career, strictly just for fun for myself and family/ friends. I'm not going to search for clients or hound people to book. I was curious if there is an agency that supports part time or is anyone has any feedback.

I would doubt that a full service travel agency would have agents that do booking "just for fun for myself and family/friends". They're in business to make money.

 

[StitchesGr8Fan]

Doubtful you are going to find an agency to support it is a part time gig. Most travel agencies expect you to be available to your clients at any time in the event of a situation that needs resolved. The bigger agencies might have enough staff to have some coverage at odd hours, but not for the 40+ hours a week you are at your regular job. And if I remember correctly, Disney has a quota to stay an agent for their products, even if the agency itself does not.

 

[Jmsavery]

@Jmsavery
Thanks. I've tried searching for my specific question but I didn't have any luck. I'm not looking to do this as a career, strictly just for fun for myself and family/ friends. I'm not going to search for clients or hound people to book. I was curious if there is an agency that supports part time or is anyone has any feedback.

I would doubt that a full service travel agency would have agents that do booking "just for fun for myself and family/friends". They're in business to make money.

You're probably right, but a girl can dream! I swear I saw that some could be part time. I mean, money is money, right!? Just wishful thinking, I guess!