Welcome to Travel Advisor Resource Center (TARC)

Whether just starting a new career in the exciting travel industry, or working full-time as a career travel professional, TARC was created to connect the travel industry while providing advisors with the necessary tools to be successful.

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Travel Agency Puzzle

Use this FREE resource to complete the puzzle to your travel business!

LETS GO — FREE!

New to the
Travel Industry?

Learn the essentials of becoming a Recognized Travel Advisor.

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Travel Industry Resources

TARC provides resources, education, and collaboration to veteran professionals and those new to the industry.
Our resources help you:

  • Become a more successful Travel Advisor

  • Find business development techniques to grow your travel business

  • Effectively grow your travel business: Growth Strategies FB Group

  • Connect with industry professionals and find top-rated events!

Travel Supplier Directory

FREE tool for active travel advisors!

✅ Connect with industry professionals and supplier partners
✅ Make "Registering Your Bookings" a breeze
✅ Easily access learning and certification platforms
✅ Find top-rated industry events worldwide
Travel Supplier Directory
Travel Supplier Directory

Travel Guides

Choose from multiple destinations!

1. Brand the Guide to YOUR agency
2. Give your clients something to browse through
3. Help provide ideas and excitement for your client's trip
4. Includes well-crafted information about each destination
Access Travel Guides
Travel Guides

Our Resources

We are always adding new resources to our website. Check out our entire library to find the one that best suits you and your business!

Don't forget to join the discussion on our Facebook Group as well!

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Many Resources Include:

  • Worldwide Accessibility

    TARC provides online resources that can be accessed worldwide. This gives customers control of their research environment, which helps develop a deeper understanding of each program.

  • Self-Paced Learning

    TARC offers many self-paced resources to increase flexibility, efficiency, and convenience. With self-paced learning, you can work programs into your schedule whenever it works best for you.

  • Professional Support

    TARC instructors are here to help you succeed. They will navigate you through the website to find any resource you are looking for. Please contact us directly at: [email protected].

Design & Define Your Travel Business

Coaching & Mentoring Programs

  • Career Coaching

    Individual one-hour consultations with industry experts to help guide you in the right direction.

  • Revive & Refresh

    We all get stuck. Let our experts provide a different perspective to potential hurdles in your business!

  • Executive Mentoring

    Hands-on approach for long-term mentorship to help develop yourself and your business.

Meet Our Team

  • Steven Gould

    CINO - Chief Innovation Officer

    Steven Gould

    Travel has always been more than just a hobby – it is my BIGGEST passion. I learned early in my career that travel is not just a way to see another destination. It’s about creating immersive experiences that will change your life! There's something about venturing to new destinations, learning about different cultures, and coming back with a piece of you that wasn't there before you left. “I always encourage advisors to learn, experience, and grow in this amazing industry. We are afforded so many opportunities and I hope TARC helps enrich and enhance those opportunities for years to come!”
  • Kathy Santos

    Director of Global Partnerships

    Kathy Santos

    With over 25 years of diverse experience spanning various industries, Kathy is a trailblazer known for redefining trade shows and infusing joy into strategic networking. Her journey has been defined by a passion for crafting innovative events, where she has seamlessly connected key players in the luxury travel industry. As the visionary founder of KGS Events and Travel, Kathy has expertly woven her love for travel with a profound interest in weddings, crafting bespoke event and travel experiences for each of her clients, earning certifications as a Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist, Luxury Specialist, and Destination Wedding & Event Planner. In her new role, Kathy remains committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends while helping us continue to connect the travel industry.

Customer Testimonials

Hear what our customers are saying about our products!

Kristi M.

Great for business!

Kristi M.

TARC is great resource for Travel Agents new to the business or have been in the business for years. They have a great range of products from legal templates to a sales Mastermind group. This industry is always changing so this has been great for my business!
Michelle S.

Take your Business to the Next Level!

Michelle S.

Whether you are new to the travel industry or a veteran looking to hone your skills and take your business to the next level. TARC is a great resource! The Recognized Travel Advisor Certification provides information to help a new advisor feel confident in their skills and apply it in the real world. Real information and support from other industry professionals is key! TARC is the missing piece of the puzzle so many in the travel industry are looking for.
Daniel C.

Streamline Processes

Daniel C.

I highly recommend TARC to those new to the industry and established professionals looking to grow. We recommend TARC’s Recognized Travel Advisor Program when we onboard new agents. The RTA Program has excellent content on the industry and is the perfect foundation for anyone looking to jumpstart their career as a travel advisor. In addition to utilizing TARC for training, I have purchased their Workflow Templates and used them to create customized templates for our agency. These templates have helped me streamline my process, provide a better client experience, and ensure consistency across all client interactions. It’s truly been a pleasure working with TARC, and the investment in their services has genuinely paid off.

*Please note that TARC does not endorse or recommend any specific travel related resources. Each agency, advisor, supplier, and/or user must do their own research and make a decision to access/purchase resources based on their own findings. All sales are final. TARC does not own or manage many of the resources provided on our site, so please look into them before signing up or purchasing them. Keep in mind that you are accessing and using these resources at your own risk.