National Association of Career Travel Agents
The TOP TEN Reasons to Join NACTA

Recognition, Representation and Networking

Actually three separate benefits in one! You can use the NACTA logo to demonstrate you are a serious career travel agent. In addition, we will represent your interests in the industry at large. Between our extraordinary members, supplier and strategic partners, you will have access to, and learn from, the best in the industry. With our local chapters and other events, networking with NACTA is not intimidating, it’s invigorating.

Seminars
Dedicated Professional Staff

NACTA’s staff is here to serve our members and constantly strive to offer the most unique and effective programs to help you. We have a toll free number for member issues and we are always accessible via email. NACTA’s staff members are industry professionals with years of experience working full time for you and we have an advisory board made up of agent members to help generate ideas, concepts and direction.

 
Agent Life Magazine

As a member of NACTA you will receive your exclusive Agent Life magazine. Our members love the articles and features that are written with you, the independent entrepreneurial travel agent, in mind. You could even be a cover star as we feature successful members and share their stories.

Agent Life Magazine
Annual NACTA Convention

In the fall of each year, NACTA members come together for one of the best combinations of learning and fun in our industry. In some years we include an inaugural cruise but every year is unique and ahh-inspiring!

Annual NACTA Convention
Seminars at Sea & Land FAMs

NACTA has a wide selection of both at Sea and Land programs designed not just to experience a product or destination but to provide training to help you grow your business. We provide hosts who also coordinate relevant training during the trip. On many of our Seminars at Sea or Land FAMs, we include exclusive add-on packages created exclusively for our members.

 
MasterMind ~ NACTA’s In-depth Training Program

Not only does NACTA provides Supplier, Host and general business skill webinars and training, but you also have access to the exclusive MasterMind program. Each month a training program is provided to allow you to focus on your business instead of being wrapped up in your business. The sessions can be viewed individually or with a group and are sure to challenge you and make you think differently about your business

MasterMind
NACTA Agent Digest (NAD)

This member favorite is the ultimate networking opportunity without leaving your desk. Every day questions and answers are shared between our members that reach you in one consolidated email. Need a transfer in Rome, a hotel in Buenos Aires, a recommendation or information about a tour operator? NAD is a quick and efficient way to combine the brainpower and experience of our entire membership for your benefit.

 
Member-Only Web Site & Webinars

If you visit www.nacta.com you will see an easy to navigate site and a dynamic calendar of upcoming events. While it is designed to make the process of joining online a snap, the real treasures are on our member-only site. You will find many resources, a varied and large number of recorded webinars accessible 24/7, and lists of suppliers, hosts and affiliate members that provide special offers to NACTA members. It is a constantly improving and growing benefit where members learn, interact and plan to for success!

 
Exclusive NACTA Destinationals!

You won’t find these anywhere else and you won’t want to miss them. Imagine three days in a city where you will see all of the highlights, experience the cuisine, network with the area’s key contacts, participate in training and become an expert of the destination for an amazing price! You do not need to imagine any longer as NACTA introduced Destinationals that do all of that and more.

Exclusive Destinations
Your Membership Kit and One Sheet

When you join NACTA, you will receive a customized folder with helpful tips to maximize your benefits, a membership card, lapel pin and more. NACTA’s One Sheet is probably the most unique and beneficial tool that you will find to build your business. What is it? Join NACTA today to find out about this exclusive benefit.

 


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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions from agents thinking about becoming NACTA members. If you have your own question, please email us at: nacta@nacta.com

I am interested in becoming a home based travel professional. Where do I begin?

We recommend that your first step be joining NACTA to take advantage of all the educational opportunities and networking among our members. Hearing the feedback from other agents who all started in your shoes at some time is invaluable.

Where is NACTA?

NACTA headquarters is located at 1101 King Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. Please contact us with questions concerning NACTA Membership and Travel Sellers as well as any other questions you may have. For more contact information please go to Contact NACTA.

Can I join NACTA if I do not have an IATAN identification?

Yes. You can join NACTA at any point in your decision making process to become an independent, home based travel professional. You do not have to already have a CLIA,IATA or other identification.

If my Host Agency is a NACTA member, am I automatically a NACTA member too?

No. Each independent agent needs to join NACTA individually. You will want to use your own agency name on your registration if it is different than your host agency's name.

What is NAD?

NAD stands for NACTA Agent Digest. This is a service included with NACTA membership which allows you to correspond with other agents who need ideas or feedback. Information on the digest is available on the members only website. This is a terrific benefit!

My host agency (or consortia) provides me with education and networking. How will NACTA membership benefit me?

In addition to the education and networking that your host or consortia provides, NACTA has a number of additional resources for you to meet other home based travel professionals, such as the Mastermind program, meetings and events. These meetings and events put you in touch with suppliers and give you the opportunity to meet other agents face to face. In addition, as a NACTA member, you will have access to our NACTA agent digest which is an email communication forum that allows you the chance to submit questions and solicit feedback on any travel related issue to our entire membership base. If you break down the cost of your annual membership to a per diem (per day) basis, it is like spending pennies for fresh new ideas each and every day. You will also obtain education on successful sales and marketing skills from NACTA personnel at our Seminars at Sea, regional seminars and annual conferences.



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