Elite Travel Jobs: How to Work Conventions, Meetings & Incentive Events Worldwide
Elite Travel Jobs: How to Work Conventions, Meetings & Incentive Events Worldwide Want to get paid to travel, work high-end events, and be part of unforgettable experiences? This course teaches you how to break into the CMI market (Conventions, Meetings & Incentive travel) as a Travel Director — locally and internationally. You'll learn how to work with Destination Management Companies (DMCs), get hired for corporate events and incentive trips, and build a reputation in one of the most exciting corners of the travel industry. Inside, you'll discover what Travel Directors actually do, how to find jobs in your city and abroad, what companies are really looking for, and how to stand out and get booked. Whether you're brand new or experienced in tours or events, this course gives you the tools, insights, and insider strategies to land elite travel jobs and start getting paid to do what you love — anywhere in the world.
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Every year companies send their employees to destinations throughout the world for conventions, meetings and incentives. They stay at the finest hotels and resorts and require VIP treatment.
- Incentives are offered to top sales staff to reward them for their success and encourage them to continue in their sales goals. The destinations need to be somewhere exciting that will encourage them to continue in their efforts. It may be Hawaii, Cabo San Lucas, New York City, The California Rivera, Palm Springs, England, Paris, Germany, Switzerland, South America, China, a deluxe cruise and more.
- They may be attending meetings for their board of directors, meetings to introduce a new product, meetings to inform their employees of changes, meetings within markets as in medical, music, advertising, farming etc.
- They may be attending conventions with businesses and individuals arriving by the thousands to promote their products, attend lectures, training etc.
Each program requires a professional staff to assist with the needed VIP services. Travel Directors and Travel Staff, travel to the destinations to assist. Local staff is hired in the destination to help in running the program. Careers may include travel and or working in local popular destinations.
Looking for a career you love? If you love travel and working with people, you’ll love working in the CMI Market! Experienced Travel Directors earn $350 to $400 per day.Some are hired as employees with full benefits and retirement.
“Enjoy VIP Travel Working in the Conventions, Meetings and Incentive Market” includes easy to follow lessons, videos, Power Point Presentations, downloadable lists, live Office Hours, a private Facebook page, networking and more. I cover all the information and procedures you need to be successful and get hired!
I’ve been traveling and training professional Tour Directors, Guides, Travel Staff and Field Staff for over 20 years. My goal for my students is always to get you hired. I have lists of companies, easy to follow instructions in finding local companies, informational interviews, help in preparing for interviews, cover letters and resumes and my personal help!
A Certificate of Completion is issued to those that complete the lessons and pass the final.
Do you already lead tours but you’re looking for additional opportunities within the travel market? The CMI Market may offer opportunities in between your tours, with travel and or working locally. They are especially busy in the spring and fall when domestic tours may slow down. It’s also a great way to get experience, build your skills, network and have fun!
We love our careers! Let me help you get into a career you love!
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Your Instructor
Hi, I’m Cherie Anderson – and I’ve been helping people become amazing tour guides for over 20 years.
I’ve spent the last two decades training tour directors and guides to not only do the job well — but to love it. From leading groups through historic cities to helping guides find their unique voice and confidence, this work is my passion.
I created Tour Guide Training because I know what it’s like to be just starting out, wondering how to break into the industry, or trying to level up your skills and stand out in a competitive field. I’ve helped hundreds of students go from unsure and overwhelmed to polished, professional, and ready to lead tours anywhere in the world.
My style is practical, real-world, and straight to the point — no fluff, just the skills and mindset you actually need out there. Whether you want to lead local food tours, cross-country adventures, or international groups, I’ve got your back.
Let’s get you trained, confident, and out there doing what you love.