Travel Agent Training and Support at BNT
Whether you are just starting out or already working as an independent travel advisor, BNT Travel Group provides the training, tools, and support to build and grow a real travel business, with no monthly fees and commission splits up to 90%.
We have been supporting independent travel agents as a host travel agency since 2004.
Our goal is simple: give you everything you need to sell travel with confidence and keep more of what you earn.
When you join BNT Travel Group, you get immediate access to a full range of travel agent education resources provided by BNT and directly by our preferred suppliers and travel vendors.
Here is what is available to you as a BNT member:
- Access to hundreds of training webinars hosted by our vendor partners,
including cruise lines, tour operators, resort brands, and destination specialists.
- Certification programs from major cruise lines: ideal for agents who want to specialize in cruise sales.
- Resort and destination certification programs covering luxury travel, family vacations, honeymoon packages, and more.
- Familiarization (FAM) trips (subject to vendor's approval) and site inspections offered by vendors -
first-hand experience with the products you will be selling.
- Seminars at Sea with select cruise line partners
- Ongoing supplier webinars and product updates to keep your knowledge current.
- Access to BNT's private agent community on Facebook, where members share knowledge, ask questions, and support each other.
Training at BNT is not a one-time onboarding; it is ongoing, practical, and directly tied to the travel products your clients will want to book.
For agents who want to go deeper, BNT Academy Premium is an optional upgrade available for $35 per month.
Academy Premium includes a growing, intensive training video library with 30+ original videos, an advanced travel business strategy, step-by-step guidance on building your client base, and access to personalized mentoring.
It is designed for agents who treat travel as a real business and want to invest in their own growth. If you are serious about building a profitable travel agency, BNT Academy Premium accelerates the process.
As a BNT Travel Group member, you gain access to our network of preferred suppliers: cruise lines, land tour operators,
all-inclusive resorts, luxury brands, and specialty travel providers.
Preferred supplier access means competitive commission rates, dedicated sales support contacts,
and priority access to promotions and group pricing.
Vendors also provide their own product training, booking platforms, and marketing materials: all available to BNT agents.
Our consortium membership through Travel Leaders Network further expands your access to exclusive rates and programs not available to agents working independently.
Selling travel requires more than product knowledge; it requires a consistent, professional presence.
BNT agents have access to marketing resources provided by our preferred suppliers and vendor partners, including:
- Email marketing programs offered by top travel vendors.
- Social media content, promotional materials, and co-op marketing opportunities.
- Group travel promotion support through our dedicated group desk.
- Guidance on building your online presence and positioning yourself in a niche.
BNT does not promise you clients.
Building your client base is your responsibility as an independent travel advisor, and it is something every successful travel agent does through their network, referrals, past clients, niche marketing, and relationship-building. We provide the tools and knowledge to do it more effectively.
BNT Travel Group operates as a professional host agency, not a platform that leaves you on your own after signing up.
Our professional support team responds to agent questions about bookings, vendors, commission submissions, and operational guidance.
We also maintain a private Facebook group exclusively for BNT agents - a space to ask questions, share wins,
and learn from other independent travel professionals in the network.
Our back office gives you access to booking submission tools, training resources, supplier information,
and everything you need to manage your travel business in one place.
BNT Travel Group is a straightforward host travel agency built for independent travel advisors who want to run a real travel business.
Here is what sets us apart:
- No monthly fees and no annual fees under the standard membership
- Commission splits up to 90% - one of the highest in the industry
- Preferred supplier access through Travel Leaders Network
- Travel agent training and education at no additional cost
- BNT Academy Premium is available as an optional upgrade for $35/month
- Professional host agency support
- Operating continuously since 2004. Not a startup, not MLM
We are not in the business of recruiting.
We are in the business of helping travel agents sell travel, earn commission, and build something that lasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does BNT Travel Group provide free travel agent training?
Yes. BNT Travel Group provides access to travel agent training at no additional cost under the standard membership. This includes vendor webinars, certification programs from cruise lines and destinations, FAM trip opportunities, and access to BNT's private agent community.
Do I need prior travel industry experience to join BNT Travel Group?
No prior experience is required. BNT Travel Group accepts both new and experienced travel agents. New agents receive step-by-step guidance and access to training resources designed to help them learn the industry. Experienced agents benefit from preferred supplier relationships, higher commission splits, and operational support.
How does a host travel agency work?
A host travel agency like BNT Travel Group allows independent travel advisors to operate their own travel business under the host agency's credentials and supplier relationships. The host provides vendor access, commission processing, back office support, and training. The agent builds their own client base, makes bookings, and earns commission based on their sales. Learn more here
What are the fees to join BNT Travel Group?
The standard BNT Travel Group membership has a one-time startup fee of $299 with no monthly or annual fees.
What commission can I earn as a BNT travel agent?
BNT Travel Group offers commission splits up to 90%. Commission is paid after the travel vendor pays BNT Travel Group, which typically occurs after travel is completed. Specific commission percentages vary by vendor and booking type. Learn more about commissions here
What kind of support does BNT Travel Group offer?
BNT Travel Group provides email-based support, an extensive video library, a private Facebook community for BNT agents, back-office access with booking submission tools and vendor information, and access to training resources. BNT Academy Premium members also have access to optional mentoring.
Is BNT Travel Group a legitimate host travel agency?
Yes. BNT Travel Group has been operating as a professional host travel agency since 2004.
We are based in New York and are a member of Travel Leaders Network and CLIA.
BNT is not an MLM and does not generate revenue primarily through recruitment. Learn more about BNT here