How to put up a travel agency business in the Philippines?

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Learn how to put up a travel agency business in the Philippines from business registration, operational requirements and marketing.

A travel agency is a business that deals in selling travel-related products and services on behalf of suppliers such as airlines, hotels, resorts, cruises, tour operators  land transportation, trains, etc.  It is also seen as a place or establishment where people can secure information, expert counselling and make arrangements for travel by air, sea or land to any point in the world.

This type of business was said to have first started in the mid 19th century when Thomas Cook  first organised a one-day excursion in open carriages of Midland Railway company carrying a group of 500 passengers for the price of 1 shilling.  That excursion package lid down the foundation of a travel agency business.

In the Philippines, the industry recognizes two types of travel agencies according to IATA accreditation:

  • IATA agents – these are agencies accredited by the  International Air Transport Association (IATA) , the international regulating body for airlines, passenger sales agents and cargo agents. Having been accredited, they are trusted by the airlines to issue tickets, directly oversee the rebooking, reissuance, or revalidation of tickets issued, or cause the endorsement to other airlines in case needed.  At present there are 112 IATA agents in the Philippines.
  • Non-IATA agents – as the name implies, they are not accredited with IATA hence they are not authorized to issue tickets. They either buy from an IATA-agent or directly from the airline.

Before learning how to put up a travel agency business in the Philippines, please understand that todate there are several kinds of travel agencies according to market niche which one must relate to before going thru the steps of business registration. Some of it are:

  •  Travel Management Company (TMC)
  • Wholesaler / Consolidator
  • Corporate Travel Agency
  • Marine Travel Agency
  • Leisure Travel Agency
  • Independent Travel Agency
  • Online Travel Agency

For clarification,  a  TMC is a travel agency that holds office within the premises of a multinational company or international organization that they are exclusively serving. They serve as the Travel Department of that company or organization.  The other types of travel agencies mentioned above are self-explanatory.

Once you have identified your niche , proceed with the steps in registering a travel agency business:

  1. Find an ideal location.  Initially base it on your market niche and initial products that you want to offer.  For instance, selling domestic tickets and short Asian or domestic packages might do well in a shopping center surrounded with several subdivisions .  Make sure you have high foot traffic in your area of choice. Your office should at least be 15 sq mtrs.
  2. Find an ideal location.  Initially base it on your market niche and initial products that you want to offer.  For instance, selling domestic tickets and short Asian or domestic packages might do well in a shopping center surrounded with several subdivisions .  Make sure you have high foot traffic in your area of choice.
  3. Check with the local government business licensing section if they allow travel agency in that city or municipality. Note that some cities have quota in licensing certain types of business.
  4. Think of a nice name for your travel agency, both for offline and online use.
  5. Process your licenses and permits . Decide if the business is sole proprietorship or corporation.
  • If it is sole proprietorship, go to this link –  DTI Business Name Registration Site, click on New Application, fill it up, just go on as directed. Pay the corresponding fee at the nearest DTI office.
  •  If it is a partnership or corporation, register a user login then reserve a company name  at SEC i-Register .  Pay the corresponding reservation fee thru SEC Teller or nearest Union Bank branch.  Name reservation fee costs P40 for 30days, such an ample time for you to comply with the registration requirements.

The requirements for SEC Registration are:

    • Name Verification Slip
    • Articles of Incorporation and By-laws or Articles of Partnership
    • Treasurer’s Affidavit/Authority to Verify Bank Account
    • Bank Certificates of Deposit (notarized in place where bank is located)
    • Written Undertaking to Change Corporate Name by  any Incorporator or Director, Trustee, Partner **
    • Registration Data Sheet

These documents formats can be generated online except for the Bank Certificate which should be secure from your bank. You need to put in the  paid-up capital and secure the bank ceertificate. Paid-up capital will depend on the kind of operation you want to have and as may be required when you go thru accreditations. IATA agents normally have minimum P3M paid-up capital. DOT requires minimum P500,000. If it is a simple operations, purely “agent” activities like reselling, just follow the minimum paid-up requirement of SEC, though P100,000 is reasonable.

  • Login again to your SEC i-Register account then proceed as directed to generate your SEC registration forms. Make sure you select the Tourism and tourism-related activities, it is a user-friendly system and you will be guided well by it so don’t worry. Once generated, print out four (4) copies, have it signed by the Board of Directors, have it notarized, attach the bank certificate and name reservation proof of payment, then submit all together to SEC Window. For reference on fees, click here. If the documents are all compliant to the requirements, registration is processed within 24hrs, although the Stock Books and registration certificate is claimed after several days.
  • Once you have copy of SEC registration, go to the city or municipal business licensing office and secure Mayor’s Permit.
  • For BIR registration, go to the BIR office nearest to your agency location, file a new application attaching copy of your Mayor’s Permit, then secure Authority to Print receipts. You will be asked to come back to claim the BIR registration certificate and attend an orientation seminar on reporting schedules.

6. Equip your office. Again this will depend on what kind of travel agency you want to operate. The conventional ones do have CRS (Computerized Reservation System) in their counter and these computers are usually provided by CRS companies. For smaller operations, provide equipment for three sales and reservations staff, one accounting staff, one cashier, the messenger, and you, the manager. Communication lines , internet connection, are of course necessary.

7. Source, search, hire the right staff. It is advisable to hire one experienced reservations agent for senior staff. Source the rest from fresh graduates or advertise.

8. Establish relationship with suppliers.  In case you have decided not to be IATA-accredited yet, establish business relationship with IATA agents. For hotels, resorts, packages, secure rates.

9. Once you feel confident that you know the business, set up your own website describing what you do and how you can help clients

Should you need coaching on any of the step above, or want to learn how to put up a travel agency business in the Philippines, leave me a message.

Should you want to attend a seminar on this , register here.

Clariza Nalam
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GDip Tourism Development & Management, University of the Philippines - Asian Institute of Tourism, 2019.
Currently pursuing MS in Tourism Development and Management, UP - AIT.

476 Comments

  1. I currently own a travel agency and i was wondering if you could help me or direct me to the right people. I need help in getting excellent rates for GIT/FIT tours to anywhere outside the philippines. appreciate if you could help

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        2. Hello Ms Cecille, Please send me details about starting online travel agency at home…I want to know about the docs needed, how much is the capital and I want to know the guidelines. I also would like to ask for endorsements kung anong magandang supplier. Thank you so much. Please email me at edmarkmalou8@gmail.com

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          1. Hi there I would like to ask for a pointers how to put up a small travel and tours business,thank u

          3. Hi, i am looking for possible tie ups with other hotels and resorts as i am currently owning a travel and tours here in taguig just started this year. your assistance will be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much. My email add is mae162000@yahoo.com.

        2. Hello everyone! We are a licensed travel and tour agency here in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. And we are looking for partners.. You can send us an email here: onepacifictours@yahoo.com

          I am also a licensed tour guide here and my name is Ellaine. 🙂

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        1. Hi Ms. Austin Solita,
          I wonder if you could share to me your knowledge about how to open up a Local Travel and Tour Agency business that cater to domestic travellers to selected tourist spots like Mt. Pulag, Sagada, etc. I havent opened up but still planning to open up when all necessary infos, skills in running a business like this are gathered.
          I would appreciate if you could share me your informations based on your experiences.
          e-mail me at: marketing.dammam@gmail.com or ar raylan.nanex_almarai2008@yahoo.com.

          Thanks and have a gread days ahead!

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        1. Hi, we own a hotel here in el nido. We can do business. We provide direct service like van transfers, island hopping and accommodation.

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          3. Peace of advice..if you want to put up a home based travel agency? Pls not in manila. Manila city hall don’t acept home- based travel agency. And you will pay a lot compare to other cities.(Yes, I paid for 20k, I only have 10-15sqm space. And some of the fees I paid didn’t even exist in their receipt! ? ) And it will take u months before you get ur business permit. T_T
            Sobrang corrupt nila doon.

          5. Hi Kat i have my own travel agency here in Pampanga and we receive several inquiries for El Nido, Please email complete info of your hotel for future bookings… please email me at neriza.raymundo@gmail.com

          12. Hi ms. Kat, can I have your e-mail add or contact nos. I need a tour operator in El Nido.
            here’s my contact no. 0925-3880731

          19. Hi ms kat . I own a travel agency in pampanga and we are in need of tour supplier for our elnido tours. Kindy message me for your email address for tie ups so we can formaly send our request . 09157257275 thank you .

          25. Hi I own a travel agency and looking for a direct operator for my tour package that has a cheap rate orwhere in my client can afford..what is the requirements?pls email me yazhdeen@yahoo.com

          34. Hi Kat,

            Pidjanga Travel and Tours would like to partner with you. Kindly provide your email, or get in touch with me.

            Thank you,

            Salve

          38. Hi! Me and my brother are planning to start a travel and tours business, Can you give your contact number please? Thanks!

          42. Hi kat! please send rates, i own a travel agencies pero kakasimula ko lang i need someone like who can help me with this business. thank you

          49. Hi Ms. Kat.. I just currently opened my agency and still looking for hotels and some other tour package. Can you please semde details and rates on your horel accomodation and services. Thanks
            karen.basirul@yahoo.com

          50. Hi Ms. Mitchy, I am a homebased travel agency in mandaluyong and would like to get permits sana. How did you inquire regarding the requirements?

          54. hello kat,travel agency ako dito sa czech republic at naghahanap ako ng magiging partner na agency ko sa pilipinas for tour and accomodation and etc.My watsapp no.+420608608930 and my fbmessenger Mae Podracka.thank you

          55. hello kat i am a travel agency in czech republic and i am looking a business partnership with me czech republic to phillipines for travel and tour to phillipines,and need accommodation and transport and boating.please add my watsapp +420608608930 and my email meamea@email.com.cz thank you

        2. hi. anyone needing help in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Western Visayas area, do contact silanganan.ett@gmail.com. We’re a travel agency with fresh ideas and will be glad to help and be a fruitful partner in the field. Great travel, everyone!

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          1. Hi there. Anyone there needs operator in Singapore?

            You can drop us at kattsingapore@yahoo.com.sg especially for the GROUPS min of 10persons.

            We have office in Cubao – Philippines, Phnom Phen – Cambodia with Head office in Singapore.

            Thanks
            Ernest

      7. hi, kindly help me find the right people to deal with. I actually planning to put up a travel/ tour agency and I wonder if you could help me,..Thanks in advance

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      8. Hi calrizanalam

        Also have travel agency, but cannot get good prices from suppliers, are you able to help us on this? Thanks

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      9. Hi Clariza,

        I’m planning to extend my business and planning to put up an homebased ticketing outlit. Can you give me some sort of advise or can you please email me therefore I can personally ask you about stuff i wanna know.. my email is, cindydapal@gmail.com.. will really appreciate it. thanks!

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      11. Hi clariza,

        I’m planning to start an online travel agency and I’m looking for a local travel host agency that can provide all of these services. Consortia Memberships like Vacations.com/ensembles, Association Memberships (CLIA, IATAN, NACTA, OSSN & more), Preferred Cruise Lines, Preferred Tour Operators, Air ticketing, GDS, Access to International and Domestic ticketing System with promo fares, Access to the latest Hotel Booking System, Cheapest Domestic Tour Packages, Cheapest International Tour Packages. Please email me at charmsanb@gmail.com

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      13. Hi Clariza,

        Planning to put up Travel agency, may i know how much is the capital?
        What are the things to consider, if there’s a seminar to attend to certify before putting up Travel agency. here’s my email photogiggle25@gmail.com

        Thank you.

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      14. I want to open for
        Manila travel agency for local tours and international pls assist me what are the steps

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      15. Hi Ms. I do have a computer shop and kind of thinking to put a travel agency on the side.. I would like to try at least a home based like agency.. Really appreciate if you could help me out.. Hope of hearing from you soon.. Thanks so much..

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      16. Hi ms clariza , any tips on how to do this business at home? Your reply is highly appreciated. Thanks and God bless.

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      1. hi, i am interested sa direct supplier for travel and tours para makamura ako, please help me. Thank u so much.

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          3. Hi ma’m! I’m also interested to put up a travel agency. Appreciate it if you could provide me details esp about the trainings and seminars.

    7. Hi, I’m interested to put up a travel agency

      I have a sister who owned a sea based manning agency and I want
      to tie up with her.

      I also have contact with different DepEd Office in Tarlac
      and Nueva Ecija and they want me to manage their Student tours and Faculty RnR
      trip.

      Need advice, thanks

      Email me @ eloyski07@yahoo.com

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    9. Hi Cecille, how are you? Kino consider ko din na magtayo ng home based travel agency, pwede bang paki email mo ako ng more info? Ang email address ko e itrade088@gmail.com. Thanks and regards.

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    22. hi ms. Cecille! Im interested in putting up a travel and tours agency,kindly send me the details on how to start it up. Also, pls help me find right operators to deal with.Here’s my email danicacomida@yahoo.com.. Thank you. 🙂

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    23. Hi I’m Abyzz Sampilo. I’m currently operating a home based travel agency and would like to expand now. I’m looking for a supplier on for my tour packages so I hope you can send me details about your offers. Here’s my email hiimabyzz@gmail.com

      Hoping for a response from you.

      Thank you!

      Reply

    24. Hi, I am interested in starting a domestic travel agency in Philippines.. Can I get some details on the service you provide.. 09088803260.. Alora

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    25. Hi Cecille, I’m interested in starting a home based travel agency, may I get in touch with you?

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  3. I am no longer certain the place you’re getting your information, but good topic. I must spend a while finding out more or working out more. Thank you for fantastic info I used to be on the lookout for this info for my mission.

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    2. Hi ms Cecile:
      I’m interested to start my own travel agency business. I don’t have any operator yet.

      Can you help me? Please email me at mambt2014@yahoo.com

      Hope to hear from you soon.

      Thank you very much.

      Best regrads

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  5. hi ms. clariza, i just registered my business. can u help me connecting to the right people or suppliers if possible? and i want someone who can coach me as well 😀 ur reply is highly appreciated 😀 thanks in advance

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    4. HI Ms. Cecil. I am interested also in availing good airline rates for our ticketing office in bulacan. I will appreciate very much if you can send me the details at berniebate@yahoo.com (majestic payment center)

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    12. Hi Ms Cecille,

      Please send me details about starting online travel agency at home…I want to know about the docs needed, capital and I want to kno the guidelines. I also would like to ask for endorsements kung anong magandang supplier. Thanks much. Please email me at mcampos.racho@gmail.com.

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    13. Hi i am looking for a good business and i am interested to put up my own travel agency , could u help me with it . I need more knowledge and people who could teach me. Thank u. I am hoping for ur response. Here’s my email add herlenegayares23@gmail.com.

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  8. my Iranian friend want to put up a travel agency in Philippines, either new business or branch,(we have tourism company in Dubai), can you help us if what is the process? We don’t know how to start. We will appreciate if you could help. Thanks.

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    1. Like, if it’s a sole proprietorship – how do I acquire a mayor’s permit, BIR, etc (do I need a copy of an SEC or do I not need that)? Sorry.

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      1. 1. DTI – register your business name (requirements are valid IDs and photos)
        2. Barangay – (reqts: DTI cert, lease contract, cedula, etc.)
        3. Municipal Office – for your mayor’s permit (reqts: bgy clearance, DTI cert, lease contract, cedula, fire safety/ sanitation clearances, etc)
        4. BIR regional Office – for your Company/business TIN and permits to print ORs (reqts: mayor’s permit, DTI cert, valid IDs, etc)

        DTI – for sole proprietorship
        SEC – for partnership, corporation

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        1. Thank you, bimbo! 🙂 Also – can I please know – as a non-IATA agency, where/how do I establish a relationship with an IATA agent? Do I just find their contact and identity? What do I say to them? Thanks again.

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          1. hi zsarina! sorry for the late reply. im still new on this one i dont have much idea on how it works. im also looking for more info and guidance on how to work in travel business.

          2. There is a site that shows a list of IATA Agents, so you may contact them. I am an non Iata agent too so were buying tickets to an IATA agent also.

        3. Hello!

          I read most of the comments and I am planning to set up my own homebase travel agency. I read that in Manila it will be too expensive, I don t want to think about Makati. Fortunately I am in Taguig, is there any one who made a home base travel agency in Taguig and can you please send me, more or less the cost of the registration?

          Please tell me others requirement and how much will be the minimum starting amount. Ideal for me it is Onweb travel agency.

          Thanks to all

          Ian 09279082088 or dnsptr@yahoo.it

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  12. Hi Ms. Cecille and Cez, please help me to get direct suppliers. 15k cap investment? please assist. thank u.

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  13. hi! i would just like to ask about the Computerized Reservation System? if i would opt to start my business at home, i would still need to avail this kind of system right? can we acquire this by downloading from the internet or somewhere else? thanks!

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    1. Hi Madi, yes you need to contact a GDS company to avail a system. Or contact your IATA agency for more details. You can’t download it on your own. Or you may try the booking system for low cost carriers like VIA (ph.via.com)

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  16. I would like to know more how I can start a small home-based travel agency. Do you offer trainings or seminar?

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  17. Hi Mis Cel, my son is having a report related to travel agency, can you help us sourvce out the right reference related to ROI of travel agency, benefits of clients and marketing strategy applicable to start a new travel agency,you can send info to alanmerilo@yahoo.com…many thanks & God bless

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  19. Hi,

    We’ve just put up, DTI-registered yesterday a home-based travel agency based in Batangas City.

    As we understand IATA is the umbrella organization of the industry, we would like to inquire and seek kind assistance if you could provide us a list of brokers who offer travel agency business opportunities for home-based travel agents like us.

    We look forward to receiving your reply.

    Thanks and kind regards,

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  20. Hi! I want to set up an online travel agency, In case, I am able to secure the permits like the DTI and the Mayors Permit, should it be required for me to be accredited at DOT?

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  21. Hello. I would like to seek mentorship on this industry. I recently started one and I realized that there are a lot of technical things that I need to learn.

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    1. You mentioned, you started one. is it still operating until now?
      I do own a travel agency too, and i believe you, me too, I still want to learn more, not only my experience in working as a travel agent.

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  22. HI!!! I like this page much!, I own a travel agency already, and I still want to learn more.
    Please email me at traveltoryta@yahoo.com

    This site is really nice, this could serve as a group for people plans to have their own travel agency business nor a travel agency owner.

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  26. Hi! I am planning to put up my own travel agency and i need someone to coach me, is it possible to put up my own travel business at home and without any office yet?

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  30. we also want to put up a travel agency. were now looking for a franchise. anyone here do franchising? thanks… have a good day.

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    1. Hi Gerlie, hope you are having a great day. we are a travel and tour agency based in the maldives. we are more than happy to discuss the franchising details. do let me know your email address, or send us an email to info@qiinvestments.com . regards and have a great day.

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  31. Hello ms. Veronica, i will send you a message on your email..can you help me to start my travel and tours agency home based.

    thank you and God Bless

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  33. hi, ive been a travel agent for years and now already preparing to put up my own. but since i wanted to be a sole-proprietor, im having some decision-making issues due to a wide range of choices…And I really need an expert who can help me on starting it.

    here’s my contact email :

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  35. hi good evening… i’m very interested in opening up my own travel and tours agency… i wonder what are the requirements to be accredited in IATA??

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  36. Hi, just want to confirm if the writer of this article, clarizanalam, and Veronica Totanes are working as one? I have questions about starting a travel agency but i don’t know to whom they should be addressed. Can you please give me your email address? Thanks!

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  37. Hi mam, im planning to invest on this kind of bness i am a fresh graduate and certainly does not have any knowledge aside from a minimal research on the internet. Hope you can help me please. Btw here’s my email crisfeliciano05@gmail.com

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  39. Hi ms. Cecille;)

    ill be opening my travel agency business.soon i already have the complete.requirements, but im still looking for partner wholesaler and iata registered travel agencies please help me heres my number 09164032543 and email aphroditetravelandtours@gmail.com 🙂

    Looking forward for your helping hand guys thanks a lot:)

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    1. hi ms. Cecile..
      every weekends we have a seminar nationwide and the participants that we have invited asking for their travel guide. I am from Bohol that is why I decided to have my own travel agency. can u help me how to do it.. here’s my contact number 09464595293 and my email account anadimple.adc@gmail.com..
      Your help is highly appreciated. Hope to hear from u soon. Thanks and God bless.. 🙂

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  40. Hi. Im really interested in putting up an online/home based travel & tours business. Where can I attend seminars? I want to promote the beautiful places and beaches here in our country. 🙂
    Thank u in advance.

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  42. Hi ms. Veronica can u help me to start a travel agency? I want to have knowledge about it. Kindly email me so we can talk further. Thank u

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  43. Hi,

    Good day!

    I’m interested to start a home based travel agency since i love to travel i think the it is the best business to start with.

    Can he help me in starting a travel aganecy?

    Here’s my contact details r_min21@yahoo.com
    09239667441

    Thank you so much for the help.

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  44. hi. i want to put up a travel and tours agency. but i dont know how or where to start. need help pls. hope to hear from anyone soon. thank you in advance.

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  45. good day…i hope you can help me regarding an airline ticketing business. how can i start it? how can i secure a system for airline and hotel booking? thank you for your help.

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    1. maam, i want to know where to inquire about how to open a travel and tours pls send me in my email add:junicelhdejarme32@gmail.com
      thanks

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  52. Hi Veronica/Cecille I’m interested to start my own travel agency. home-based for the meantime then will have my own office when the business is up & running/established. please help me to get direct suppliers, can you please help me, what is the process? I don’t know how to start. I will appreciate if you could help. Thanks.

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  53. Hi ms.veronica,i’ve been trying to search the simpliest way to put up my dream travel agency.i do hope u can help me,do i need yo attend seminars?what kind and where?hope to hear from you.thanks
    cathyaltar@yahoo.com

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        1. Hi Ms. Clariza my friend and I are planning to start a travel agency when is the next schedule for travel agency seminar?

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  54. Hello! Im interesting to put up home travel agency can u help me can i can i have sample of plans..here my email @gemmavelilia@yahoo.com

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  55. good day. i just want to know things or some processes in a travel agency business, we have franchised a business name and one of the services offered is the ticketing and tour packages, we are under via.com and they are accredited by iata, i want to know if the franchisee like me is cinsidered a third party travel agency? thanks, and i want to know how we can make our own tour packages so that we can give our clients the best yet affordable prices.

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  59. Hi,im also interested to invest (homebased or online travel agency),please advise me all the necessary requirements and procedures..willing to start asap.This is my email davidroxas@outlook.com…Thanks in advance.

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    1. Hi, there’s no Cecil in traveltradephilippines.com.
      We sent you an email regarding a seminar on how to put up a travel agency

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  62. Hello po. Where can I attend seminar to know about the putting up business of travel and tours? thank you

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  64. hi! im interested in putting up an online travel agency! please send me guidelines for starters like me.. are there any seminars i can attend for more tips? and how much ang capital? do u need dti permit as well? hope u can clarify this things to me… please email me at mcampos.racho@gmail.com thanks much!!!

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  65. Hi Miss Cecile, will you please help me with my travel agency on where to get much lower price of air fares and tour’s, bcoz as of now i’m having a hard time finding cheapest fare and tour’s to offer.

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  66. Hi! Im planning to put up a leisure travel agency but I really don’t have idea on how to put it up at first. Im really thankful for this article you posted however there are still things i need to clarify, like how much captal i’ll be needing and where could i get suppliers?thanks..

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  68. Hello Admin!

    Thanks for a helpful page you have here. This is Lou, me and my sister had just started to put up our Travel & Tours business and I am the one who manage this one. Currently we are in the stage of getting the Mayor’s Permit here in Mandaluyong City. One of its requirements is to get IATA membership. May I ask if there’s any other way for us to get membership from AIATa that would cost us cheaper here? I searched through internet and they required half a million for the membership.

    Any help also from existing Travel & Tours proprietor here would be much appreciated. Thank you so much! We need to move on to BIR after MAYOR’S PERMIT.

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  70. I’m elena,
    I’m interested with this to invest. Can you help me how to start?
    Hope to hear from you. You may email me at: reyesthatskie@yahoo.com
    Thank you
    Hi! Im interested to invest a home base travel agency but I really don’t have idea on how to put it up at first. Im really thankful for this article you posted however there are still things i need to clarify, like how much captal i’ll be needing and where could i get suppliers?thanks..

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  71. Hi. I love travelling abroad and would definitely wana make my travels fruitful and beneficial. if i tie up with int’l travel agencies, hotels, resorts abroad is it any better than doin it online? I havnt tried attending a travel agency seminar but would love to. If theres a schedule this week or early next week id love to be a part of it As im leaving again a week after. I’d love to here your advise. Email me joannelibunao888@gmail.com

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  72. is it true that Manila city hall don’t allow home based travel and tours? you should be in a commercial area to operate? and they categorize “TRAVEL and TOURS” as TRAVEL AGENCY AND TOUR OPERATOR even if you’re only home-based and not a tour operator. They will let you change your business name even if it is already registered.

    then,How do we get Mayor’s permit in Manila for our home-based travel and tours/travel agency? anyone pls? Thank you.

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      1. Hi Clariza Nalam. I am soon to open a Travel Agency. Im currently working on completing my documents. I would appreciate it if you can help me or give me adv on how I can get cheaper rates to be able to make affordable packages.

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      2. May update na po ba sa issue about this.. I’m also from Manila and planning to have a home-based ticketing services… in case they won’t allow us, how can we proceed?
        please email me also info on your scheduled seminars and fees @ venus.sotto16@gmail.com.

        Thanks.

        Venus

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          1. hi po.. I saw alot of same inquiries but decided na magtanong na rin.. I am a DOT accredited tour guide and wud like to set up a homebased travel agency .. pano po ako mag start dito sa QC? do know any free training or seminars about travel agency. salamat & God Bless us

  74. hi!
    i have a registered Travel Tours and Consultancy Service for 2years now. but we will be operating just this year. i need more infos and help in getting with the right people for partnerships. please e-mail me at avergara812@gmail.com. your response is highly appreciated. thank you and God bless! 🙂

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  76. Hi Ms. Claris,

    Can I know the procedure as I’m interested in putting up a travel and tours agency here in Lipa City. Appreciate your assistance! Best Regards,

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  78. HI Admin.

    I already have an account to sell airline ticketing (domestic and international). But, it can only generate transaction receipts. I want to issue original receipts so that my clients can liquidate the receipt whenever they buy tickets on me. Also, Im planning to tie up with some schools here regarding on their school tours etc.
    Do i need to to be AITA accredited? How and where?
    Please email me at lordhanney2002@gmail.com
    Thank you.

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  81. Hi Ma’am Clariza, Im planning to put up a business and im considering travel and tours business, can you give me some idea and how to start this kind of business, maybe we can start with non-iata accreditation. can you give me ma’am how much will be the starting capital and profit during full operational status, thank you and more blessings!

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  84. Hi im roxanne from bulacan, under grad of BSTourism. I want to have travel agency at home, i start selling ticket sa mga friend ng momy ko sa hong kong na gustong umuwi dito sa pinas kayalng po sa website lng ng cebupacific ako nakakapag book ng ticket tapos babayaran ko sa any remitance center. Please help me and contact me or email me
    09227782179
    roxanne_sanmiguel16@yahoo.com

    Thankyou so much for the help
    GOD BLESS US.

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  85. Hi im roxanne from bulacan,under grad of BSTourism, i want to have travel agency at home, im already selling tickets sa mag friend ng momy ko sa hongkong na gustong umuwi dito sa pinas kayalang sa website lng ng Cebupacific nakakpg book ng ticket tas babayaran ko sa any remitance center. Please help me,
    Please contact me and email me
    09227782179
    roxanne_sanmiguel16@yahoo.com

    Thankyou and God Bless us.

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  87. Hi, i’m planning to open a travel agencyin cbeu, do you know any that conduct seminar just in Cebu

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  88. hi! I am planning to have a home-based travel and tour business and I really need some help. Also need suppliers and a little coaching or seminar. 🙂
    Hope anyone can help me.. you may contact me here, eiramcosta@gmail.com

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  89. hello..im planning to get into ticketing business as home base or via internet..how is this possible?and how much it costs me to start a business and its requirements? im currently working abroad.please contact me through facebook or email @majikero_ako@yhotmail.com thanks!

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    1. Hi,

      I’ve been starting my own travel agency and I was wondering how to contact tour operators. Where do I find them? I actually just need a little bit of the idea. You guys might know someone. I have complete docs such us permits, BIR and DTI registration.

      Kindly send an email to me about this, hiimabyzz@gmail.com

      Thank you,
      Abyzz Sampilo

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  92. Hi ms. Madam
    I am planning to put up a travel agency ? But im wondering how i can manage and operate this business, given that im also a traveller.
    Can you give me an estimatd cost to start up ? By the way i have already a international travel agency and im only planning as a reseller/ agent.
    John mariel mandane
    publicserviceismypassion@yahoo.com

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  93. Pls help.need to know more about travel bussiness. My husband already had an acct with via.is there other option aside from via that we can get more profit?thanks.pls email me.

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  94. Hi, im also interested in putting up a home based travel agency. Pls contact me at pea_shell29(at)yahoo.com thanks

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  95. Thanks for the information..I am planning to put up travel business. These, will help me a lot.

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  96. Hi Ms Clariza! Thank you for this very informative article. I would like to know more about putting up a travel agency. I have been doing online booking for our relatives who are working abroad, and my friends as well who want to travel overseas. I also find destination tours for them and I enjoy doing it! I might as well start a travel agency. Please help me realize my dream. Kindly send me more details to gonzalesboots@gmail.com. Thank you and hope to hear from you! God bless you more! 🙂

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  97. Hi Ms Clariza! Thank you very much for your very informative article. Pls send me more details on how to put up a travel agency. I have been booking flights and tours for my relatives and friends who are based here in the Phils and abroad, and i enjoy doing it! So might as well make it into a business. 🙂
    Kindly email me through gonzalesboots@gmail.com. Hope to hear from you.
    Thank you and God bless you more!

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  98. Hi Clarissa we are very much interest to go to seminar on how to start a travel and tours business, and I’ve already sum muted a form hope we can be included on the next batch. Thank

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  99. Hi Clariza, my father owned a 25 hiace grandia/commuter, we are servicing international schools in metro manila. we are about to buy 15 more hiace commuter This year and we would like to know how to start small home based travel agecy. I hope you can help us. Thank you

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  102. Hi veronica i read about ur writings regarding in ticketing business im planning to start a business is your offer still available kindly message me in my cellphone09356064349.thanks

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  105. I currently own a travel and trasnport services and i was wondering if you could help me or direct me to the right people. I need help in getting excellent rates to sell tickets
    09332826383

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  106. Hi.. Im planning to have a travel/tour agency.. I got contacts here in singapore with some travel agency, but i have no idea how to start this business in philippines. Can you help me to have an idea.? Please do email me.. I will appreciate your help? Thanks

    Emman

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  107. hi! I want to learn in how to have a home-based travel and tour business too..please help me po..how much capital do i need if ever and where can i get suppliers..thanks po.. 🙂

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  109. I currently own a travel agency and i was wondering if you could help me or direct me to the right people. I need help in getting excellent rates for GIT/FIT tours to anywhere outside the philippines. appreciate if you could help

    traveltoryta@yahoo.com

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  110. Hi I really want to open a travel agency. I am wondering where i can hire the right and good travel agent with experience? I tried posting online but most of the appliacnts are fresh grads. Any advise where i can find a good travel agent/reservations agent with experience? Btw, i need those who know how to use abacus system. You can send your resume at callmariane11 @gmail.com my office is located at quezon city. Thank you!

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  111. Urgent hiring travel agent/reservations agent willing to work in quezon city. Qualifications are: with atleast 1 year experience in travel agency, can use abacus system without supervison, can make domestic and international tour package. Kindly send your resume at callmariane11@gmail.com thank you!

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  116. Hi I am Storkenne Ocampo, I wanna ask how to build online agency? I am planning to set up domestic travel agency and also asia .. Any advice how to start and how to secure permits. You can also email me at storkenneocampo@ymail.com
    I hope i get response 🙂
    Thank you 🙂

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  117. H.hi ms. cecille can you help me or give me advice how to put up a home based travel agency , or any idea po how to reserve set in airline specially during promo time nila…here’s my email add love_mabugnon@yahoo.com
    hope to hear you soon.

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  118. Hi im planning to start also travel agency business but i dont know what would be the first.

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  119. helo.. i need advice how to start ticketing business, because im enterested to that business in our province… thank u

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  124. Hello! Me and my sister are planning of establishing our own travel agency (preferably home-based) so we are in need of your help, valuable suggestions on how and what are the things that we must do. I would highly appreciate receiving informative messages through my email address: inaraine01@yahoo.com. Thank you 🙂

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  125. Hello! I am starting my own business as a travel agent, I currently have the system to book tickets. However, i don’t have packages/land arrangements yet as it can boost the sales of the business. Can anyone explain how can i get these? or who do i talk to? pls email me: mh.soriano@yahoo.com.ph

    Thank yo so much for your help!
    -Mark

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  126. Hi i am starting my own business as a travel agent. I already have the system that book airline tickets. However i don’t have the packages/land arrangements yet as it will boost the sales of the business. Can anyone help me, who do i talk to to get that those packages? please email me at: mh.soriano@yahoo.com.ph

    Thank you so much for your help!
    -Mark

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  127. Hi! I plan to start up a travel agency in the Province and want to start it off online and eventually start it’s affiliate in the U.S. any recommendations and contacts? Your feedback will greatly be appreciated. Thank you! Please reply via: jannard@yahoo.com

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  128. Any training or seminar in Cebu or Bohol? If none, what about in Manila? Interested to learn the trade of travel agency. Can someone help me out finding some source of info, please? Thanks.
    Email: jctex2@yahoo.com

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  131. Hi.I am interested to have a ticketing or travel and tour business online/home based.Could anybody help me how to start this kind of business?I am currently working abroad.Please send information @ reinavee15@gmail.com.Thank you and I really appreciate it.

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  133. Hi .Im interested to put a ticketing agency but i dont know how. Can you please tell me how to become a member

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  134. Hi, i am a part of a India Specialist company, [ http://www.takemetoindia.in ] and am looking forward to expand my business in Philippines too.
    So anyone interested in promoting India and selling tours to India for Philippine travellers can contact me for an exciting business opportunity.

    All itineraries, packages, and details will be shared by us and we will also give you the necessary product knowledge to know India better as a destination.

    we can be reached at – info@takemetoindia.in

    Stay Well!
    Pankaj

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  135. Hello. I have taken note all your advise in this blog on starting your own travel agency. I would like to start my own home-based/online travel agency on sole proprietorship. I would like to learn more on how I can start it. My email ad is daimee04@yahoo.com / 09272425864. Please message me ad to how to make a start. Thanks 🙂

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    1. I am also looking for a supplier for our new travel agency and also I want to attend seminars regarding this business thanks

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  148. Hi I would like to know how I could start with this, home-based if possible? If not, how much do I need to set-up an office inclusive of 2months expenses? Please email me at crcckam@gmail.com.

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  155. Hi.i wanted to start a home based travel agency.would it be possible for u to help me with this.
    I will highly appreciate it

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  156. Hello Ms Cecille, Please send me details about starting online travel agency at home…I want to know about the docs needed, how much is the capital and I want to know the guidelines. I also would like to ask for endorsements kung anong magandang supplier. Thank you so much. Please email me at julievlara@yahoo.com

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  159. Hi Clariza and all,

    I’m planning to put up a travel agency business. Appreciate your help directing me to the right people on the packages and rates and stuff. My email address is mayhuiso@gmail.com
    Thanks a lot!

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  160. Hi!Please send me details about starting domestic travel agency. I want to know about the docs needed, how much is the capital and I want to know the guidelines. I also would like to ask for endorsements on good supplier. Thank you so much. Please email me at shae.encinares@gmail.com. thank you

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  161. Greetings. I’m interested in putting up a travel agency of my own but admittedly knows very little about it. Would appreciate some coaching, tips and any other details you guys can spare me. Here’s where you can reach me: ervicgavieres@gmail.com . Thanks in advance.

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  162. Hi Ms Clariza im planning on putting up an online travel agency. I have a contact and can help me to some of domestic tours here in the Philippines. Any guide will surely help. And can you also email about the seminar?
    Thank you

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  163. Hello, Im also planning to start an online travel and tours agency(HOMEBASED) Can you help me expand my knowledges about the documents I’ll bw needed, how much is the capital and I also want to know the guidelines and endoresment po sana kung anong magandang supplier. please email me at hizon_grace@yahoo.com. Thankyou so much.

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  164. Hi! I’m planning to start a Home based Travel agency could you please help me. i will be grateful to here from you. here is my email add: khireganam@gmail .com

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  169. Hello !

    I would like to know more about this business . M planning to open a home based ticketing outlet . But i dont have an idea on hpw to start . Pla help !

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  170. Hi. Im interested in putting up an home based travel agency. please help me how. Thank you . Please send me msg at 0920 9590725

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  172. hi, i want to start this travel agency business by 2016 and is interested to attend seminars to know more on how to do it correctly.

    hope you could guide me.

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  173. hi, Im a Filipino who lives in South Korea and I always do booking tickets online for my friends, I came up with this idea to make it a business but I want to do it online. I have no idea at all, and I want to ask right people.

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  174. thank you po for your response, since medyo matagal pa po vacation ko, meron po ba kayo mai- refer na one on one seminar na pwede gawin online? gusto chop case sya simulan kahit nandto po ako sa Korea. dot ko po sya gagawing business pero sa mga kababayan po naten na hirap makipagcommunicate sa mga Korean Travel Agencies.

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  175. I’ m really interested na makaattend nang seminar nyo, san ko po ba malalaman yung schedule nang seminar para sa travel and tours? Hopefully may training before New Year.
    Thanks

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  176. Hi I would like to know more on how to secure a Mayor’s permit for t.a? will it cost a lot and will it cost a lot of time? please contact 09224500763

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  179. Hi my friends and I are planning to put up a home based travel agency.most of our friends kasi loved to travel so wer thinking to cater to their needs.non I ata will do.can u pls help us.on what to do.I also read some agencies on fb offering seminars on how to pit up travel agencies.are dey legit?hoping for ur response. Thanks in advance.my email is interiorfinishing@yahoo.com

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  183. Hi! Good day! I’m from Bacolod City & planning to put up a travel agency in my city. It would be nice you can email me. @ jtrish_82@Hotmail.com to discuss with me what are the steps on getting one. I am looking for your soonest reply. Thanks, Trish

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  189. hello…
    I need help po on how to start a travel agency business at home. Pls. help I need to be serious on this now because I will be leaving my job. I need to have an income where I can also watch over my kids.
    Hope to hear from reply. Thank you so much in advance.

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  191. Hi there,

    Good day Ms. Clarizze! Ma’am, We own a Bed and Breakfast in El Nido and arranges tours&transfer too. Were planning of putting up a travel agency and your expertise might give us a great help. Kindly send list of requirements/documents needed and hints on where to start or things to consider before going into this business.
    Your advice would be greatly appreciated. Hoping to hear you soon…
    Thank you very much.

    Best regards,
    Weng
    Mobile: 09258860414
    Email: paragua_23@yahoo.com

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  192. Hello Ms Cecille, Please send me details about starting online travel agency at home…I want to know about the docs needed, how much is the capital and I want to know the guidelines. I also would like to ask for endorsements kung anong magandang supplier. Thank you so much. Please email me at johnalyn_llanillo@yahoo.com

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  194. Hi Good Day Ms Kat pls give me information on how to attend the seminar in establishing Travel Agency. Thanks
    from Tony Viray

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  195. Hi Clariz, pls give me information on how to attend your seminar in establishing Travel Agency. Tks

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  201. Hi I am planning to put up Travel & Tours. How to become a member of AITA & where to find cheapest tikets domestics & international.

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  204. Hi Ms. I do have a computer shop and kind of thinking to put a travel agency on the side.. I would like to try at least a home based like agency.. Really appreciate if you could help me out.. Hope of hearing from you soon.. Thanks so much..

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  205. Hi Mam,

    I am starting my homebased travel ad tours and processing my permits as well. Can you help me find a hosting agency?

    Thanks

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  209. Hi ms Kat,
    I am very interested in a home base airline ticketing. Pls send me the details of the information to start my own ticketing agency. Tnx

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  210. I want to try putting up a homebased travel business, but I would need a lot of help, since this will be the first time that I will venture into business.

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  211. Hi i am an OFW and i really need to start a business and thought of opening a homebased travel ticketing agency after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Please guide me on what to do. Thank you.

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      1. Hi Ms Clariza I am planning to open up a small travel and tour agency, I am going to DTI to register the name that I want to have can you please advise me what will I choose National or Regional permit..

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  214. Hi Ms Clariza Nalam. My uncle opened an online travel agency and created own website. As of now all bookings for airlines was directed to other airline partners. However my uncle wants to accredit to airline so that all bookings will be directed to our website. How can we apply for accreditation to the airline bookings? Thanks

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  215. Hello Ma’am,,

    I’m planning to put up travel agency, but I want to know how much would be the approximate expenses to start the business.

    Your response will be greatly appreciated.
    Thank you!

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  216. Hi Ms. Clarissa.. I’m an ofw and i want to have a travel agency that is home based. Is it ok to franchise first for a beginner like me? Thank you.. Hoping for your reply..

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  217. Hi Ms Clarissa! Im a nephyte travel and tour service provider. Would like to ask- can’t i operate as tour operator without DOT accreditation? Thanks maam… Hoping for your reply

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  218. Hi, I’m very much interested to learn more about putting up a Travel Agency business. Can you give me details on how to go about it? When is your next training/orientation? Thank you.

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    2. Hi Ms. Clarissa, can you differentiate online travel, home based and wholesale agencies. I’m interested. Can you recommend which is best for a beginner in travel business. BTW, who are in travel business and looking for accommodation for their clients, a relative own a hostel in Baguio City that can accomodate 20persons. It has an overlooking view. Also in Binangonan, Rizal, overlooking Metro Manila, with indoor pool, kitchen. Best for 10–12 occupants. It is near to Garment Capital of the Philippines(taytay), where one will enjoy shopping for a low cost. Most of the Mall Owners get their stocks from here. Contact me at labaysa@gmail.com for inquiries…. Many thanks…Lydia

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      1. Hi Maam,I just want to ask if what are the documents needed to put up a travel agency business in the Philippines because my boss wants to a travel agency there. Anyways, I’m presently working in a travel agency here in UAE so I would like to know if we are the requirements..salamat po.
        Hope to hear from you soon..

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  219. Hi, my aunt is planning to start up a ticketing and travel & tours this year, and she wants me to manage it, I just want to ask whats the terms and conditions in tying up with other agencies? I would gladly appreciate your help. Thank you & God bless!

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  220. i am planning to put up a home-based travel & tours , do i still need to get a permit anyway it is only at home no office to rent… & i ‘ll get ticket only directly from airlines using internet ? can you help me know on how to start this business at home… thank you…

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  221. Hi there,
    My husband and I are planning to put up a business that’s got something to do about touring here in New Zealand. I would like to know the process in partnering with travel agencies in the Philippines. What I want to know in particular is how to get the travel agencies to book with us their clients who plan to have their vacation here in NZ. I hope you could shed light on this. Thank you.

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    1. Hi Ms. Lolita, NZ travel agents, tour operators, even sites and attractions, do annual workshop with travel agents in Manila. This is facilitated thru the NZ Embassy in Manila. You might want to join that group so you can easily tap PH travel agents.

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  222. Hi Ms. Clariza Nalam, me and my brother are planning to start up a travel and tours business in the Philippines. Attending seminars, like this, will be a great opportunity for starters like us. I see that you will conduct a seminar on June 2, 2018 – unfortunately, I am currently in Canada and will be staying here for a few more months. I would like to know if there will be another seminars that will be conducted in the future. If so, please let me know as my brother and I are very interested and would love to attend your seminar. It would be great if you could send me an email with the details. Thank you and God speed!

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  223. Hi Ms. Clariza,

    We are planning to put up a single proprietor home based travel agency, do we need to register the business in SEC or just the name registration in DTI only, kindly clarify.

    Thanks

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  224. Hi Ms. Clariza,

    I am in the process of putting up a home-based travel services business. I am newbie and would appreciate if you could share more about this business. I am interested to know more about what you can offer for a tie-up for tours and packages. And may i know if you have upcoming seminars to conduct? Thank you.

    Hope to hear from you.

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  228. Hi Miss Clariza! i am pretty much interested with home base travel agency, can you help on this? I am located at Cebu City.

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  229. Greetings! I know this is kinda off topic but I’d figured I’d ask.

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  230. Starting a travel and tour agency needs only little capital. It can be a fun, exciting, and profitable business for any aspiring entrepreneur. The business has a high potential since the travel and tour industry is steadily growing as the population increases and per capita income continuously expands its market. Besides the income from the business is the chance to enjoy the perks of traveling at wholesale prices.

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