Travel scams are on the rise and it’s more important than ever to verify the professional credentials for anyone claiming to be a travel advisor. In recent years, travel agency sales have grown exponentially, with total sales projected to reach $141 billion by 2026. Travel advisors are currently one of the nation’s fastest growing professions, with employment projected to grow 3% every year from 2023 to 2033, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statics. With more people entering the industry, consumers need a reliable source to discern who is a legitimate professional.
The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) created VeriVacation to help consumers connect with ethical Verified Travel Advisors, vetted by the industry trade group. Becoming a Verified Travel Advisor is a rigorous and unique professional development program for experienced travel advisors who have met ASTA’s gold standard in customer service, ethics, and compliance. VTAs must also continue their education every two years to maintain their VTA status, ensuring the traveler receives top-notch expertise and support for every trip.
Jennifer Lennox of Simply Enchanted Travel, LLC has recently obtained her VTA certification, indicating tireless dedication to her business and showcasing the highest level of integrity. Jennifer will now be featured on VeriVacation to help travelers plan the trip of their dreams. You can also get in contact with Jennifer directly at: Simply Enchanted Travel | 517-914-4812 | Jennifer@SimplyEnchanted.com www.simplyenchantedtravel.com
About ASTA:
Rebranded in 2018 as the American Society of Travel Advisors, ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel advisors, the travel industry and the traveling public. Its members represent 80 percent of all travel sold in the United States through the travel agency distribution channel. Together with hundreds of internationally based members, ASTA’s history of industry advocacy traces back to its founding in 1931 when it launched with the mission to facilitate the business of selling travel through effective representation, shared knowledge and the enhancement of professionalism. For more information about the Society, visit ASTA.org.
About VeriVacation and the ASTA Verified Travel Advisor Program:
The ASTA Verified Travel Advisor (VTA) certification program sets travel advisors apart by communicating to the consumer and travel industry as a whole, that an advisor possesses unparalleled knowledge, professionalism, and ethical boundaries. VeriVacation is a consumer tool used to connect travelers with Verified Travel Advisors they can rely on and trust. For more information, visit VeriVacation.com.
