Roughly nine months since New York City cracked down on short-term rentals by requiring hosts to register, the Office of Special Enforcement has approved just 2,242 applications.
04.06.2024 - 16:26 / travelpulse.com / Laurie Baratti
In recognition of the vital role travel advisors play in luxury travel planning, the premier global villa rental company, Rental Escapes, is excited to announce the extension of its bonus commission offer. Originally rolled out for Travel Advisor Appreciation Month in May, this lucrative offer of up to $5,000 in bonus commissions will now be available through June 30, 2024.
“We are thrilled to be able to offer additional opportunities for travel advisors to earn,” said Willie Fernandez, chief marketing officer of Rental Escapes. “The bonus commission is designed to incentivize advisors to get their sales through the finish line. We saw incredible success with the bonus commission last month with a record number of bookings, so we’re excited to be able to continue to reward our travel advisor partners.
The extended offer is valid on bookings made between June 1-30, 2024, for guest stays completed by December 31, 2025. This initiative underscores Rental Escapes' ongoing commitment to supporting and rewarding its travel advisor partners for their exceptional efforts in crafting memorable travel experiences for their clientele.
According to a statistic provided by the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), 70 percent of luxury travelers are turning to travel advisors to plan their vacations. Since this makes advisors absolutely vital to the company’s overall success, Rental Escapes makes certain to provide them with unparalleled support.
The company’s comprehensive Keys to Success program equips advisors with all the essential tools and resources they need to attract and serve their clients—including monthly webinars, weekly 'Wednesdays with Willie’ sessions, ready-to-send email templates, customizable white-label websites and more.
In addition, Rental Escapes runs a pioneering Rewards Program, whereby advisors can earn points that are ultimately redeemable for their very own villa vacations. Both of these initiatives demonstrate the company’s dedication to providing travel advisors with the utmost possible earning potential and business growth opportunities.
Rental Escapes stands out as the top choice for travelers seeking exclusive villa experiences, complete with unsurpassed accommodations and service. It’s a full-service luxury villa rental company with a vast portfolio of over 5,000 private properties, each carefully selected and vetted, in over 70 destinations across the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe and beyond.
Offering unrivaled support, the company’s team of expert villa specialists assists both guests and travel advisors in planning and booking the perfect villa stay. Additionally, every booking includes dedicated concierge services to arrange such optional amenities as
Roughly nine months since New York City cracked down on short-term rentals by requiring hosts to register, the Office of Special Enforcement has approved just 2,242 applications.
Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
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