Questions & Answers
Thinking about becoming a travel agent or joining 407&Beyond? Explore answers to common questions about getting started, training, mentorship, commissions, fees, building your client base and what it’s like to be part of our team.
Training and Support
“What support does 407&Beyond provide after I finish training?”
Support at 407&Beyond isn’t intended to end when an agent finishes initial onboarding. Travel changes too frequently for
“Does 407&Beyond offer supplier training and continuing education?”
Yes. Continuing education is an important part of working at 407&Beyond because destinations, promotions, products, ships, resorts, and
“Will I have someone to ask questions when I start booking travel?”
Yes. We don’t expect new agents to figure everything out on their own. You’ll have an advisor during
“Does 407&Beyond provide training for new travel agents?”
Yes! New 407&Beyond agents complete an onboarding and training process covering the fundamentals of working as a travel
“Will I get to learn from experienced agents, and do you offer any type of mentorship?”
Absolutely! Every new 407&Beyond agent is paired with an experienced advisor during onboarding who is there to answer
Commission and Fees
“What commission split do new 407&Beyond travel agents receive?”
New 407&Beyond agents begin at a 65% commission split. Our Legacy Program allows agents to permanently increase their
“How much does it cost to become a travel agent with 407&Beyond?”
New 407&Beyond agents pay a $350 one-time onboarding fee. That fee provides access to the personalized support and
Getting Started
“Is 407&Beyond a good travel agency for new travel agents?”
407&Beyond can be a great fit for someone who is new to the travel industry but serious about
“Do I need travel agent experience to join 407&Beyond?”
You don’t need previous professional experience as a travel agent to apply to 407&Beyond, but travel experience does
“What does 407&Beyond look for in new travel agent applicants?”
We’re looking for more than someone who simply loves to travel. Strong 407&Beyond candidates have firsthand travel experience,
“How long does it take to become a travel agent with 407&Beyond?”
Becoming a successful travel advisor isn’t something we view as completing a few lessons and immediately knowing everything
“How do I become a travel agent with 407&Beyond?”
The first step is applying to join 407&Beyond. Our application process is intended to help us learn about
“Do I need travel agent experience to join 407&Beyond?”
No. Previous travel industry experience is not required to apply to 407&Beyond. We look for people who are
“Is 407&Beyond a good travel agency for new travel agents?”
Yes! 407&Beyond welcomes both new and experienced travel professionals. New agents receive a structured onboarding experience designed to
Life at 407&Beyond
“Why should I choose 407&Beyond as my travel agency?”
The right agency depends on the type of travel business you want to build. 407&Beyond may be a
“What should I look for when choosing a travel agency?”
Choosing the right travel agency involves much more than comparing commission percentages. Prospective agents should understand the entire
“What makes 407&Beyond different from other travel agencies?”
We believe agents should have the freedom to build businesses of their own without feeling like they’re doing
“How collaborative is the 407&Beyond travel agent community?”
Collaboration isn’t simply something we say we value at 407&Beyond—Collaboration Over Competition is one of the principles we’ve