Welcome!
Thank you for your interest in joining North Country Travel Planners as an Independent Travel Advisor.
We are excited that you're considering becoming part of our growing network of professional travel advisors. This application is designed to help us understand your background, experience, and goals as we evaluate whether our agency is the right fit for you.
Important Information About This Position:
Independent Contractor Status: This is a 1099 independent contractor position, not an employment opportunity. As an independent advisor, you will operate your own travel business while benefiting from our host agency support, resources, and supplier relationships. You will be responsible for your own taxes, business expenses, and professional development. This is also a remote position. All agents work remotely.
Florida Seller of Travel Licensure:
All approved advisors must apply for and obtain Florida Seller of Travel licensure as required by state regulations. We will provide guidance through this process, but it is your responsibility to complete the application and maintain active licensure.
Host Agency Compliance:
By joining North Country Travel Planners, you agree to remain in full compliance with our host agency policies, procedures, and standards. This includes adherence to supplier agreements, ethical business practices, professional conduct guidelines, and all regulatory requirements.
Membership/Licensing/Technology/Errors & Omissions
By applying to become an Independent Travel Advisor with North Country Travel Planners, you acknowledge that a small monthly membership fee of $16/month is required to maintain your active status with the agency. This membership provides access to all licensing and technology resources necessary to conduct business under the agency, including (but not limited to) booking credentials for approved partners and suppliers, supplier and partner technology systems, the agency’s CRM platform, and an official company email. The membership fee also includes active Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance coverage for your work performed under the agency and eligibility to obtain industry credentials such as CLIA and IATAN, as applicable. By proceeding, you understand and agree that maintaining this membership in good standing is required for continued access to agency systems, supplier networks, and compliance-related resources.
Application Instructions:
Please answer each section thoroughly and honestly. Incomplete applications may delay processing or may not be accepted. This application should take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.Once submitted, our hiring team will carefully review your information. If selected to move forward, you will be contacted within 7-14 business days with next steps, onboarding details, and your official welcome materials.
Questions During the Application Process?
Please contact us at: info@nocotravelplanners.com. We look forward to learning more about you and potentially welcoming you to the North Country Travel Planners family!
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info@nocotravelplanners.com; PO Box 10 Heuvelton, NY 13654
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Full Legal Name
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First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
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Preferred Name
First Name
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Date of Birth
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Primary Phone Number
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What type of phone is this?
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Email
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Current Mailing Address
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Do you have a valid passport?
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Highest Level of Education Completed
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High School Diploma/GED
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate/Professional Degree
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Current Employment Status
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Employed Full Time
Employed Part Time
Self-Employed
Unemployed
Retired
Student
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Current/Most Recent Occupation
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Years of Experience in Travel Industry
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No experience - New to travel
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-5 years
6-10 years
10+ years
Have you ever worked as a travel agent/advisor before?
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If yes, please describe your previous travel industry experience
Are you currently affiliated with another host agency or travel consortium?
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If yes, which agency/agencies?
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Do you hold any travel industry certifications?
Certified Travel Associate (CTA)
Certified Travel Counselor (CTC)
Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC)
Master Cruise Counselor (MCC)
Destination Specialist Certifications
Travel Agent Proficiency (TAP) Test
IATAN/CLIA Card
Other
If you have certifications, please list them with issuing organization and year obtained
Do you currently hold an IATAN or CLIA number?
Yes, IATAN
Yes, CLIA
Yes, Both
No to both
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What is your personal travel experience?
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Limited travel experience (1-5 destinations)
Moderate travel experience (6-15 destinations)
Extensive travel experience (16-30 destinations)
Well-traveled (31-50 destinations)
Highly experienced traveler (50+ destinations)
Which regions have you personally traveled to?
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Caribbean
Mexico
Central America
South America
Europe (Western)
Europe (Eastern)
Asia
Middle East
Africa
South Pacific/Australia/New Zealand
Alaska
Hawaii
United States (Domestic)
Canada
What travel niches/specializations are you most interested in?
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Luxury Travel
Ocean Cruises
River Cruises
All-Inclusive Resorts
Family & Multigenerational Travel
Honeymoons & Destination Weddings
Adventure & Eco-Tourism
Cultural & Educational Tours
Group Travel Corporate/Business Travel
Solo Travel
LGBTQ+ Travel
Accessible/Special Needs Travel
Wellness & Spa Retreats
Disney Experiences & Theme Parks
Culinary & Wine Tours
Other
Which suppliers/brands are you most familiar with?
Cruise lines, hotel brands, tour companies, etc.
Do you have any preferred supplier relationships or certifications?
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How do you plan to operate as an Independent Travel Advisor?
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Full-Time (30+ hours/week)
Part-Time (15-29 hours/week)
Side Business (5-14 hours/week)
Casual/As Needed (Less than 5 hours/week)
What is your primary goal in becoming a travel advisor?
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Build a full-time career with significant income
Supplement current income with part-time work
Earn travel benefits and discounts
Turn my passion for travel into a business
Retirement activity with flexible schedule
Other
Do you have a dedicated workspace for conducting travel business?
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Yes
No
Do you have an existing client base?
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Yes - Significant client base (50+ potential clients)
Yes - Moderate client base (20-49 potential clients)
Yes - Small client base (5-19 potential clients)
No, but have warm network to tap into
No, starting from scratch
Estimated size of your personal network (friends, family, social connections)
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0-50 people
51-150 people
151-300 people
301-500 people
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Do you have previous sales experience?
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If yes, please describe your sales background
How comfortable are you with selling and promoting travel services?
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Not Comfortable at all
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Extremely Comfortable - Sales is my strength
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1 is Not Comfortable at all, 5 is Extremely Comfortable - Sales is my strength
Which marketing channels do you currently use or plan to use?
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Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
LinkedIn
Pinterest
YouTube
Personal Website/Blog
Email Marketing
Networking Events
Word of Mouth/Referrals
Paid Advertising
None yet- Need guidance
Do you have experience with email marketing or CRM (Client Relationship Management) systems?
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Rate your overall computer/technology proficiency
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Beginner - Limited experience
Intermediate - Comfortable with basics
Advanced - Very tech-savvy
Expert - Technology professional
Which of the following tools/software are you familiar with?
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail)
GDS Systems (Sabre, Amadeus, Apollo)
CRM Software (Salesforce, Travefy, Zoho)
Travel Booking Platforms
Social Media Management Tools
Canva or Design Software
Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams, Google Meet)
None of the above
Other
Do you have reliable high-speed internet access?
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No
What devices do you use for work?
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Desktop Computer
Laptop
Tablet
Smartphone
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Do you understand that as an independent contractor, you'll be responsible for your own taxes?
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What is your expected first-year income goal from travel sales?
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$0-$10,000
$10,001-$25,000
$25,001-$50,000
$50,001-$75,000
$75,001-$100,000
$100,000+
What is your expected first-year sales goal from travel sales?
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$10,000-$25,000
$25,001-$50,000
$50,001-$75,000
$75,001-$100,000
$100,000+
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Why do you want to become a travel advisor with North Country Travel Planners?
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What do you hope to achieve in your first year as a travel advisor?
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What sets you apart from other travel advisor applicants?
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How did you hear about North Country Travel Planners?
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Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
Google Search
Referral from Current Advisor
Travel Industry Website/Job Board
Networking Event
Advertisement
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If referred by someone, please provide their name
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When would you be available to start?
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Immediately
Within 2 weeks
Within 1 month
Within 2-3 months
Flexible/Open to discussion
Preferred method of contact
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Phone call
Email
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Are there any reasons you would not be able to fulfill the responsibilities of an independent travel advisor?
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If yes, please explain
Is there anything else you'd like us to know about you or your application?
I certify that all information provided in this application is true and complete
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I understand that any false information or omission may disqualify me from consideration or result in termination
I understand that I will be working as an independent contractor, not an employee
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I acknowledge the difference and my responsibilities
I consent to a background check if selected to move forward
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Yes, I consent
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