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Global Travel Network

Global travel network – is it legit.

After careful and thorough analysis:  Yes, Global Travel Network is 100% Legit .

We completed a thorough audit of Global Travel Network in fall of 2022 that took us over a year to conduct, and found them to be a 100% credible, legitimate company that delivers on what it promises .

Global Travel Network is a wholesale travel club – meaning you pay a one-time initiation fee to join and get anywhere from 30-69% off in travel prices.  They call themselves a “ private invitation-only travel club ” but in fact, they have over 250,000 members, making them one of the largest wholesale travel clubs in the country .

After considerable research we found that the situation behind Global Travel Network is quite confusing, so this page, and our audit, are our attempt to add some clarification.

Likewise, though their sales tactics are a little perhaps-aggressive (they give a presentation a lot like a timeshare presentation) they follow through on their promises. So we give them a A+ 100% rating.

If you have any specific questions or wish to let us know about a negative experience you’ve had, please contact us .  We want to hear your feedback.

Here’s what we know

• A+ Rating at Better Business Bureau –  Link To Reviews
• Over 250,000 members and only 18 complaints with BBB in over 3 years.  That is staggeringly good.
• In business for 21 years and is a safe, multi-million-dollar company.
• While their sales method is a little aggressive and “timeshare-ish” — it’s not a timeshare, it’s totally safe, and they deliver on what they promise.

Their sales method of adding members is unique.

• The good news is that most of their membership is actually word of mouth and comes from other satisfied members.
• However, to get new members in, they run promos online to win vacations.  The odds of winning these contests are quite high, usually around 1 in 1200 people win a vacation.

If you meet certain criteria they will just give you the vacation for attending one of their meetings which are a bit like a timeshare presentation, except that it’s online via Zoom only, and is confirmed to never last more than 90 minutes, ever.  So we feel safe that consumers and contest-entrants aren’t sucked into “a never-ending timeshare presentation” which we saw in some of the negative online reviews while conducting our audit.

Do respondents, contest winners, and presentation attendees actually get their free vacations?

This part of the contest took us the longest to verify — it took us over 3 months .

• The good news: 100% of respondents we contacted received their free vacations even if they didn’t purchase anything. 
• We were given a list of 2164 people who had attended their presentations. Literally every single person who’d attended over 6 months.  We selected people randomly to contact.
• Because the list was so comprehensive and we had notes on when they opted in, we feel we were given everyone who’d attended over this 6 month period.  The company didn’t omit anyone from their sample. So we really don’t feel that we were deceived or that there was any room for deception.
• We eventually spoke to about 150 people, and every single attendee e spoke to received their free vacation , or a voucher that allowed them to travel for up to 18 months after their attendee date that they hadn’t used yet.
• So we feel exceptionally confident in verifying that attendees receive their vacations.

How does their business model work?

Basically, travel at the real wholesale level is actually quite inexpensive .

Like dramatically cheaper.. 50%? 65%? 83% cheaper? Yes — all the time.

The retail prices of travel are marked up due to a variety of factors:

• Retail prices are dramatically marked up because of commissions to resellers (Expedia, Orbitz, Travel Agents and more).
• If companies can gain access to base travel prices and somehow pass that on to customers then some customers can see this base pricing.
• The travel industry uses aggressive computerized pricing algorithms based on supply and demand to set prices.  These companies are trying to get the maximum price for any given property.  This is also why construction of massively-expensive hotels and resort destinations is so strong right now.  Particularly now in the post-covid world, there is massive money to be made in hotels and resorts at exorbitant markups.
• Global Travel Network skips the markups to resellers and expensive websites and is nearly 100% word-of-mouth, OR, they do these giveaway offers.
• The deal normally would seem to good to be true but they’ve been around for 20 years and they showed us the math behind their operations and it’s safe and makes sense.
• The membership deal is so good that 38% of people who attend presentations choose to join.
• However, the majority of attendees attend presentations and receive a free vacation even if they purchase absolutely nothing. So, we feel very safe in recommending any interaction with Global Travel Network, even if you purchase nothing.
• 100% verified: members are not charged anything in years when they don’t use their wholesale travel club membership. They pay an one-time joining fee, and are only charged their annual fee on years they choose to use the wholesale membership.
• As a member – the deals are pretty incredible, as high as 50 to 79% off on travel. Sometimes higher. The earlier you book usually the better the deal is.

I Google-searched Global Travel Network and some of the reviews are negative.  Why do you guys give them the thumbs up?

In full transparency, Global Travel Network contacted us and requested that we do a review of their company.  As an upstart blog, we jumped at the opportunity as that’s why we started this site.  However, we came back to them requesting for a full audit of their company with nothing off limits, and that they would pay us even if we found negative information or bad experienced.  They felt so good about their performance that they wrote us a check and here we are.

We 100% participated in all parts of their business and we even gained access to their inventory. 

We honestly didn’t expect that we would vouch for them as much as we are.

The biggest reason we found negative comments online is that they’re often confused with a slew of companies with similar names.  For whatever reason, many of these companies have horrible reviews and/or are out of business.  This is tough because Global Travel Network has been around longer than these competitors , at 21 years. Perhaps these are sketchy companies trying to pirate off Global Travel Networks’ name?

These similar companies are / were:

• Global Vacation Network
• Global Travel International
• Travel Global Network
• Global Travel Vacations
• Global Travel Service

Even Google gets this wrong.  The term “Global Travel Network” is so generic that when searching, it will show results for these companies above.

While their sales method is a bit “sketchy” the company is not.  They do what they say, almost all of their online negative reviews are unwarranted and/or they were confused with a different company, or negative reviews were by people who never followed through on the presentation and/or took their vacations.  

Care to offer additional comments, questions, or thoughts?  Or tell us about your experience with Global Travel Network?  Please contact as we love hearing feedback about our reviews. 

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The 15 Biggest Travel Scams, and How to Avoid Them

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You know that old saying “there’s a sucker born every minute”? Don’t be one of them. Stay ahead of these surprisingly effective travel scams to keep your vacation plans from falling apart. The schemes below may be just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to travel cons, but preparing yourself for these common swindles is a good place to start.

Vacation Clubs

Wholesale travel clubs claim that you’ll have access to incredibly cheap vacations if you join. However, once you pay the joining fees, you find that the deals offered aren’t any better than what you can find for yourself online—for free. Consumer advocate Christopher Elliott , whose book Scammed lays out a helpful roadmap for being a responsible and effective shopper in a world of corporate swindles, has told SmarterTravel: “I’ve never come across a legitimate travel club. My advice is to run, don’t walk.”

Elliott advises that anyone considering joining a travel club do research with a very critical eye beforehand. Simply doing an internet search for the name of the travel company plus “travel scam” will usually reveal a host of problems experienced by other members. Also check the Better Business Bureau for complaints about the specific service before you buy.

Timeshare Sales

Ed Perkins, a longtime contributing editor at SmarterTravel, calls the up-front fees for selling your timeshare the biggest travel scam out there.

“Scammers promise to get you out from under, saying they have buyers, but all they really do is take a fee, upward of $400, and do nothing,” says Perkins.

Never pay up front to have someone help you sell your timeshare. If you want out, go to a licensed company and check them out with the Better Business Bureau before listing with them. If you’re having trouble getting out of your timeshare , work with a rental company and rent it out to recoup some of the money until you can sell.

Vacation Certificates

Ed Perkins also warns against prepaid vacation certificates: “Travel scams promise really great prices but deliver nothing. The idea here is to get the up-front money, then keep stalling: ‘Sorry, these dates are sold out; try again soon.’ They delay until people just quit trying.” Or the company charges huge additional fees to redeem the certificates, and the trip is considerably less luxurious than promised. Before prepaying for a vacation package, be sure to research fees and blackout dates, as well as the company’s reputation.

“Travel-Agent” Card Mills

Ah, the life of travel agents. Cheap hotels and airfares are thrown at their feet once they pull out their travel-agent ID cards, right? Wrong. Don’t believe the hype from outfits that promise to issue you a travel-agent ID that provides access to discounts. Scammers charge hundreds of dollars for these cards, but victims who shell out will quickly find that no place will accept the fakes, and they never see any discounts. The only way to avoid this travel scam is to not buy a travel-agent card if you’re not a travel agent—there’s really no legal way to get around it.

Car-Rental Collision Damage Waivers

Rick Steves calls the car-rental collision damage waivers (CDW) a “collision damage waiver racket” for a reason. When you rent a car, the company often pressures you to buy a CDW supplement, which will prevent you from having to pay a high insurance deductible if the car is damaged. (The deductible can be thousands of dollars before insurance kicks in.)

But most major credit cards already include deductible collision coverage for free , so check your credit-card terms and pay for the rental car with your credit card. Then you’ll be covered without having to shell out extra cash for phony insurance. Most credit-card collision coverage is secondary, meaning you have to claim from your regular insurance first. If you don’t want a claim on your insurance, you can buy third-party primary collision coverage from the booking agency for about $10-$11 a day. Or, if it’s pricey, you can instead buy coverage from an independent outlet; sites like Bonzah.com offer rental coverage from $7.99 per day. That’s about one-third of what the rental companies charge.

“You Won a Free Trip!”

If you’ve ever dropped your business card in a “win a free trip” drawing at a restaurant or signed up to win at a fair, you may have gotten a phone call, letter, or email claiming you’ve won a free vacation. These days, the hustle is often via robocall. Be wary—many of these “prizes” are actually booby traps in which you’ll have to pay hefty fees to claim the vacation or give your credit card number to “verify your eligibility,” resulting in identity theft. After a recent lull in monitoring these robocalls, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is again cracking down on them. If you’re scammed, get the names of resorts and airlines included in the prize and call them independently to verify the trip. Never give credit card information to someone who cold-calls you, and be sure to get details of the prize in writing before accepting.

Fake International Driving Permits

The FTC also warns against fake International Driving Permits (IDPs) . Some countries require tourists to have an IDP in addition to a U.S. driver’s license. However, there are only two American associations that are legally authorized to issue IDPs—the American Automobile Association (AAA) and the American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA). Fraudulent companies sell fake IDPs over the Internet, but you’ll pay hundreds of dollars for a permit only to face legal problems for using the imposter IDs in another country.

The Bait and Switch

The hotel you’re thinking of booking is suspiciously cheap, but the property’s website makes it look beautiful and centrally located. When you arrive, the hotel is run-down, missing amenities, and in a deserted part of town—and it won’t refund your money. Avoid this travel scam by using websites like Oyster (one of SmarterTravel’s sister sites) and TripAdvisor (SmarterTravel’s parent site) to read real customer reviews and see honest photos of the property.

“Grandparent” Travel Scams

Even if you’re not currently traveling, you can still be the victim of a travel scam: The State Department warns that scammers will call an older relative or friend of someone who’s away on vacation and pretend to be the traveler in desperate need of help. The scammer usually poses as the traveler or a foreign government official and directs the victim to wire a large sum of money, citing an array of things: They have been robbed and need money to return to the United States, or they have run into legal trouble and need bail money. Sometimes the scammer will even pretend to be someone from the U.S. embassy calling on behalf of the relative for money. Never wire money in response to a suspicious phone call; instead contact the State Department to ask if the situation is legitimate, or call your relative directly. If you encounter this scam, the FBI advises you report it to local authorities or a state consumer protection agency. You can also file a complaint with the FCC .

The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) offers the following advice to prevent “grandparent” travel scams:

Never give out personal information such as account numbers, Social Security numbers, mothers’ maiden names, passwords, or other identifying information in response to suspicious calls or to callers demanding immediate action. Scammers can spoof the caller ID of their number to make it appear to be from a trusted source. If a caller claiming to represent a company or a government agency asks for personal information, hang up and verify the authenticity of the request by contacting the company or agency yourself, using information found on its official website or through other means such as the phone book. If a caller claims to represent a company with which you have an account—such as a utility or a bank—hang up and check the contact information on a recent bill or statement, then call the company back yourself.

Rental Property Scam

Rule of thumb: Never go to Craigslist (or anything similar) for a rental home. Scammers will place an ad and ask the victim to wire money to secure the vacation rental—and then disappear. Or they’ll have you send money to them rather than to the actual property owner. Avoid the rental scam risk by going through a reputable vacation rental site with protections and insurance guarantees such as Airbnb , HomeAway , or SmarterTravel’s sister site FlipKey , all of which will protect your money from fraudsters.

Bogus Travel Agents

Don’t trust a tour operator or packager you don’t know of or can’t find reviews of easily online—especially with a big payment. An even more worrisome version of these travel scams in the U.S. is fake versions of websites: You search for a hotel or tour and get through to what looks like a legitimate website from a known company. But it isn’t: It’s a copy-cat version run by a scamster who paid a lot of money for a good search engine position. At best, after you make a payment, the hotel will honor your reservation—but probably at a higher price than you should have paid. At worst, you get nothing.

Take a close look at the website’s URL. Unsure if it’s right? Do a new search to find the company’s homepage and compare it to the first half of the link—any rogue characters, numbers, or symbols might mean it’s a fake. You should also never pay for a service via wire transfer, or any other irreversible money-transfer system.

Currency Short-Changing

A longstanding travel scam relies on tourists’ unfamiliarity with a foreign currency. This can take various forms: counterfeit bills, miscounting change, mixing smaller bills into what should be a pile of larger notes, etc. Get to know the bills of any country you visit, and limit the amount of foreign currency you exchange and have with you at any time. Get your foreign currency from an ATM, and put all your big-ticket purchases on a credit card.

Counterfeit Event Tickets

These days, high-tech forging can make almost any piece of paper or cardboard look authentic. Don’t buy a high-priced ticket (or even a low-priced one) to a sold-out event from someone on the street or via an unfamiliar website. You might be turned away at the gate. Buy from an authorized source—the box office or an online dealer that’s a verified reseller.

Fake Tour Guides

Have you ever been walking in a tourist-frequented area and had someone approach you offering to be your guide? Of course, you would have no idea in this situation whether this person has any useful knowledge of the city, but you may be coaxed into a nearby store that they claim offers the “best” prices on local specialties.

Pre-arrange a guide through an official tourism office or a local travel agency so you can compare prices and know what you’re getting. I once arranged the best local guide I ever had through an American Express agency. A university history professor showed us the fantastic National Museum of Damascus in Syria.

Credit Card Fraud

One of many potential credit card fraud risks is the familiar “verification call” gambit. In this travel scam, within a few hours of checking into a hotel, you get a call from someone claiming to be at the front desk to “verify” the details of the card you used. Of course, that caller is a scammer with no connection to the hotel who just wants to get your card data. In this and any other situations, be highly suspicious of anyone who calls you asking for credit or debit card information, no matter how plausible the excuse may seem. Tell the caller you’ll be right down to settle the problem, and instead call a known number, like the hotel’s direct line, to settle whatever account is involved.

More from SmarterTravel:

• How to Avoid Counterfeit Money While Traveling
• 6 Cruise Scams You Should Never Fall For
• Europe Travel Scams to Watch Out For

Editor’s note: This story was originally published in 2012. It has been updated to reflect the most current information. Caroline Morse Teel and Ed Perkins contributed to this story.

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6 Travel Scams to Avoid

Aarp's fraud watch team warns you of cons that could ruin your getaway plans.

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Patricia Frolander, 78, walked into the Rapid City, South Dakota, Regional Airport last year with a ticket to St. George, Utah. She was on her way to visit a dear friend — but never got there. An airline employee broke the bad news: Her $398 ticket was for a nonexistent flight.

"I booked my trip through a travel agency website that looked legitimate,” Frolander says. The only red flag: fine print on Page 5 of her ticket saying she couldn't contest the reservation once purchased. “When my granddaughter checked online, she traced the website to a travel agency with a very bad history with the Better Business Bureau,” Frolander says. Her credit card company investigated and agreed to refund her money.

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Scammers are constantly looking for ways to part people from their money, and, unfortunately, have found lucrative targets among travelers .

Here's how experts say you can avoid six current travel scams.

1. Free or rock-bottom deals

Phone calls, emails and postcards with enticing travel offers are tempting, but a deal that's way under the value of a trip — like five nights in a hotel plus airfare to Maui for $200 — means it's probably a scam, says Amy Nofziger, AARP's anti-fraud expert.

Avoid this scam: Simply walk away from any deal that seems too good to be true. And if a company asks you to pay with a prepaid gift card instead of a credit card or debit card, it's a scam, Nofziger says. Always work with a trusted travel agency or company that has a long, proven history of offering travel opportunities, she says.

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2. Rental-car cons

Scammers set up phony customer service numbers online that look just like those of major rental-car companies. When you call, they take your money and personal information, then leave you stranded.

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Avoid this scam: Before you call or click to reserve a car, verify that you're calling the real customer service department, or that you're on a legitimate company website.

3. Third-party websites for TSA PreCheck  and Global Entry programs

Look-alike websites are popping up and claiming to be able to help you renew or enroll in the  U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck or the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Global Entry program , which speed you through airport security for a fee. But these sites are trying to con you out of money and personal information.

Avoid this scam:  Travelers interested in enrolling in or renewing TSA PreCheck should start the process by going to the official government website, tsa.gov .

4. Disappearing vacation rentals

Scammers capitalize on the popularity of vacation properties rented out on legit sites like Airbnb and Vrbo (Vacation Rentals by Owner) by offering — online or via social media — properties that don't exist, don't belong to them or don't measure up to the gorgeous photos.

Avoid this scam:  Keep all of your interactions with a vacation property's owners on the website of legitimate companies. A request to take your conversation off the site is a sign of a likely scam. If a property has few reviews or seems too good to be true, search the address online, or check it on Google Maps.

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Connecting to public Wi-Fi gives savvy hackers easy access to your personal information.

Avoid this scam:  Use your smartphone's hot spot to connect to the internet more securely. Or invest in a virtual private network (VPN), a service that encrypts your data to keep unscrupulous hackers from stealing sensitive information online. A VPN costs about $30 to $100 per year.

6. Tourist visa scams

Popular destinations (Australia, India, Vietnam, for instance) require visas from American visitors, and scammers have stepped in, creating third-party websites promising to get tourists their visas quickly, for a fee. They not only request money to expedite your visa, they request personal information valuable to criminals for identity theft. Some travelers who’ve used these sites have ended up with a fake visa — or no visa at all.

Avoid this scam : Get your tourist visa directly from the website of your destination country. (You’ll find links at https://travel.state.gov .) Many countries have turnaround times as short as one day for electronic visas, and some even allow visitors to procure them upon arrival at the airport or border crossing.

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Global Travel Network Scam

The Global Travel Network (GTN) is a company that has been around for over two decades, and during that time, it has amassed a large following of customers. However, there are some who believe that GTN is a scam, and that its customers are being scammed out of their hard-earned money.

There are a few things that make GTN stand out from other travel companies. First, GTN is a membership-based company. This means that in order to book a trip with GTN, you have to be a member. And, in order to become a member, you have to pay a fee.

Second, GTN is a “travel club.” What this means is that GTN is not a travel agency. It is a company that provides its members with access to discounted travel rates. In order to get these discounts, you have to book your trip through GTN.

So, is GTN a scam? There are definitely some people who believe that it is. However, there are also a lot of people who have had good experiences with the company.

The bottom line is that GTN is not a scam, but it is not for everyone. If you are not comfortable paying a membership fee or booking through a travel club, then GTN is not the right company for you.

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Is global travel legit?

Is global travel legit? This is a question that many people ask, and there is no easy answer. The short answer is that it can be, but there are a lot of factors to consider.

One thing to consider is your destination. Some countries have more relaxed visa requirements than others, making it easier to travel there. However, it’s important to make sure you are aware of the visa requirements of your destination country and that you have the proper documentation in order.

Another important thing to consider is your reason for travel. If you are traveling for leisure, you may have an easier time getting approved than if you are traveling for work. Additionally, if you have a criminal record, you may have a harder time getting approved.

It’s also important to be aware of the risks associated with global travel. There are many things that can go wrong, from getting lost in a foreign country to becoming the victim of a crime. It’s important to do your research and take precautions to minimize these risks.

Ultimately, whether global travel is legit depends on a variety of factors. It’s important to do your research and understand the risks and requirements associated with your specific trip. With careful planning, global travel can be a great experience.

Is global travel a timeshare?

When most people think of a timeshare, they think of a property that they can only use for a certain amount of time each year. While this is certainly one type of timeshare, there is another type that is becoming increasingly popular: global travel.

With a global travel timeshare, members have the opportunity to travel to different parts of the world each year. This can be a great way to see a variety of different places without having to worry about the cost or planning. All the logistics of the trip are taken care of by the timeshare company, so all you have to do is enjoy yourself.

One of the biggest benefits of a global travel timeshare is that you can choose the destination yourself. This means that you can go to a place that you have always wanted to see, or a place that is new and exciting. You also don’t have to worry about traveling with a large group of people; with a global travel timeshare, you can travel solo or with just a few friends.

While a global travel timeshare may seem like an expensive option, it can actually be quite affordable. In fact, many timeshare companies offer monthly payments that are much lower than the cost of traditional travel. This makes it possible for almost anyone to take advantage of this type of travel.

If you are considering a global travel timeshare, be sure to do your research. There are a number of different companies that offer this type of travel, so you need to find one that is right for you. Ask questions, read reviews, and compare prices before you make a decision.

Ultimately, the decision to buy a global travel timeshare is a personal one. But if you are looking for an affordable way to see the world, this may be the perfect option for you.

Who is global travel?

Global travel is the industry of transporting people to and from different places around the world. It encompasses everything from commercial airlines and cruise ships to buses and trains.

The global travel industry is a massive one, worth an estimated $7.6 trillion in 2016. It employs millions of people and supports a vast array of businesses and services.

Commercial airlines are the largest component of the global travel industry, accounting for more than two-thirds of all passenger traffic. The world’s top 10 airlines carried a combined 2.5 billion passengers in 2016.

The cruise ship industry is also a major player in global travel, with more than 25 million passengers taking cruises in 2016.

While the commercial airline and cruise ship industries are the most visible components of global travel, there are many other sectors that are just as important. The bus and train industries, for example, transport millions of people every day and are essential to the movement of people and goods around the world.

The global travel industry is a vital part of the global economy, supporting businesses and jobs in every corner of the world.

How much does it cost to join global travel?

There is no definitive answer to the question of how much it costs to join global travel, as the cost of membership will vary depending on the specific travel club or organization that is chosen. However, some general information on the cost of global travel membership is provided below.

One of the most popular global travel clubs is Adventure World. Membership prices for this club start at $149 for a basic membership, which includes access to a range of discounts on travel and other services. More comprehensive membership packages are also available, with prices starting at $249.

Other global travel clubs and organizations offer a wide range of membership options, with prices ranging from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. It is important to carefully research the different clubs and organizations to find the one that best suits your needs and budget.

Ultimately, the cost of global travel membership will depend on the features and benefits that are included in the membership package. However, in most cases, the cost is relatively modest when compared to the cost of travel alone. By joining a global travel club, travelers can access discounts and other benefits that can save them money and make their travel experience more enjoyable.

Who owns Global Travel?

Global Travel is a massive online travel agency that offers flights, hotels, car rentals, and other travel-related services. It is one of the largest travel companies in the world and serves customers in more than 180 countries.

So who owns Global Travel? The company is privately owned and has never released any information about its ownership structure. However, it is believed that a group of private investors, including several venture capitalists, are behind the company.

Global Travel has been around since 1997 and has grown to become one of the largest and most popular travel companies in the world. It offers a wide range of travel services and has a large customer base that spans the globe.

The company has faced some criticism in the past, most notably for its high prices and poor customer service. However, it has made significant improvements in recent years and is now considered to be one of the best online travel agencies around.

So who owns Global Travel? That’s a question that has never been fully answered, but it is believed that a group of private investors, including several venture capitalists, are behind the company. Global Travel has been around for nearly 20 years and has become one of the largest and most popular travel companies in the world. Thanks to its wide range of travel services and its large customer base, Global Travel is sure to remain a major player in the online travel industry for years to come.

How do I become a travel agent online?

Becoming a travel agent used to require a physical office location and a team of employees. However, with the advent of the internet, anyone can become a travel agent online. This guide will teach you the basics of how to become a travel agent online.

To start, you’ll need to find a good travel agency training program. There are a number of these programs available, and they will teach you the basics of booking travel, handling customer inquiries, and other essential skills.

Once you have completed a training program, you’ll need to create a website or online storefront. This will be your virtual office, and will allow customers to book travel with you. You’ll also need to set up a payment processing system, so that you can accept payments for your services.

Finally, you’ll need to market your business. You can do this by creating a social media presence, writing articles about travel, or participating in online forums and discussion groups.

If you follow these steps, you’ll be on your way to becoming a successful travel agent online.

Is the travel savings network legit?

There are a lot of travel savings networks out there these days. So, is the travel savings network legit?

The answer is yes, but there are a few things you need to know before you start using one.

The first thing to know is that there are different types of travel savings networks. Some are just websites where you can find deals on flights and hotels, while others are membership clubs that offer discounts on everything from airfare to car rentals.

The second thing to know is that not all travel savings networks are created equal. Some of them have better deals than others, so it’s important to do your research before joining one.

The third thing to know is that most of these networks require you to be a member in order to get the discounts. So, if you’re not a member, you won’t get the savings.

Overall, the travel savings network is a great way to save money on your next vacation. Just be sure to do your research and join the network that has the best deals for you.

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About Global Travel Network

Who We Are and What We Do!

Who Is Global Travel Network

For the past 20 years, Global Travel Network has been providing tens of thousands of families with the ability to travel conveniently and affordably. We are locally owned and take pride in the communities we live and work in. We know that it can be a daunting task to plan a vacation, which is why we’re here to help you create memories that last a lifetime!

Why Global Travel Network?

Relax and enjoy your vacation.

Global Travel Network is helping thousands of families across the nation with their vacation planning. It can be a daunting task to plan a vacation with all the hotel options, airlines, travel websites, search engines, etc.

This is why thousands of American families have trusted us to take out the stressful task of planning a vacation, so that they can relax and enjoy their vacation.

We have over a hundred travel consultants that actually listen to your travel needs and desires, and plan an ideal vacation accordingly. Our booking agents make it easy to call in and book a trip on the phone right away.

Private Member Website

Global Travel Network also has a private member website where you can book your vacation on your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Some of our members have even used the website to book another week of vacation at the same resort while they are there on vacation.

We can book your flights, cruises, hotels, condos, and resorts all at a discounted rate. We have a wide selection of resorts in popular destinations for you to stay for a week at the cost of a night or two. So sit back and relax and let Global Travel Network book your next vacation.

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Horrible company

Horrible company! This company is a scam! They do nothing for you! And I would've cancelled my membership immediately after I was charged however, it was impossible to get in touch with anyone & no one would respond to my calls or emails. They do not do what is promised. I did not receive any discounted trips or even hotel rates. The rates are their site are more expensive than hotels.com. No one should ever sign up for their membership, the commission is very minimal and takes forever to be paid out. They should be put out of business. I wish I had read the complaints on this site before I joined the site. Such a huge disappointment!! So sad that a company can be able to take such advantage of people. This company's membership is USELESS!!

Date of experience : November 01, 2023

Daughter travelled to New Zealand with Global Travel

When my daughter L. said she was going to New Zealand for a year (from Ireland) on her own, I was very concerned. She said she was organising her trip through Global Travel. Global Travel organised the flights to New Zealand via San Francisco, the stopover visa in the USA, her accommodation in Auckland, someone to meet her in the airport in Auckland and drive her to her accommodation, a four-day site-seeing trip in Auckland, and an interview. We are now nearly a week later. Everything that Global Travel said they would do has occurred. L. had the interview and got the job. There is no amount of money that can buy this peace of mind for a parent. Thank you so much Global Travel.

Date of experience : March 10, 2023

Joined, still a member and would join again

Joined them as a travel agent years ago as I travel quite a bit (not during covid). I get travel agent discounts (hotels, cars, and cruises not on airlines). Their travel agent rates are usually much better than I can find elsewhere online. Commission have always been paid on time for me when I book for others. The are the oldest in the home based space. Also like you can call up to make reservations and get help with your bookings.

Date of experience : May 20, 2021

Several Issues...

The wait on the phone for customer service is ridiculous...call backs are rare....customer service on the management level is lacking...customer service hours should be longer. Pay is not timely....exceeded 30 days and I got tired of checking. Still don't know if I have received anything. On a brighter note... There are some decent customer service agents. I finally got a manager to correct an ongoing issue and go beyond. The system is easy to navigate. Hope this helps!

Date of experience : August 04, 2017

I had book 4 clients to BB Barbados …

I had book 4 clients to BB Barbados april 25, 2017. I turned in the commission sheets after the trip. I have been getting the run around such as, being transferred to different people in the GTI, person I was talking to, I was told she was not working there at GTI, emails that was sent regarding this matter, came back to me . There was no one who answered my questions regarding this matter. also I ordered Thank you cards, and never got product or money back. It makes me sort of scared to try to book anyone for trips, flights, because I am not sure GTI will honor the bookings. R. Allen, ITA

Date of experience : August 07, 2017

Stay away! They are scammers!

They promise you everything and anything just to trap you in! They advertise fake photos of food where their food tastes and looks sh**, they advertise nice attractions what are closed already for years, they advertise beautiful rooms and they actually smell of damp! Don’t trust them!

Date of experience : August 17, 2022

Very difficult to get responses to questions or issues

I never get replies to emails I send with issues, and when I call with an issue, it takes forever for someone to respond. Very dissatisfied with the customer service. Also very displeased with how long it takes to get commissions paid. It seems to drag out for 6+ months, and then I'm told if I cancel my membership I will forfeit any unpaid commissions, regardless of how long ago they were earned. Then I keep getting offers to upgrade the membership for more money - it seems like a scam at this point. The hotels on the website tend to be ones I've never heard of and I can usually get better rates on my own by going directly to the hotel or through a different booking website.

Not a company to engage with

Impossible to reach GTI support staff at any level. They do not respond to voice mail or email requests. You are put on multiple holds, often disconnected. They do not pay their commissions owed to agents citing non payment from sellers which is a total scam. Properties such as Fairmont, Hertz pay their accounts. This company goes by various other names, Globaltravel.com, Valu-pass.com, Gtimemberships.com, Globaltravelworks.com and Infovpass.com. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH ANY OF THESE COMPANIES, AND DO NOT GIVE THEM YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER!!! They make fraudulent, unauthorized charges, one being renewing memberships over a month before they expire at escalated rates. Afterr literally hours of attempting to reach someone at GTI, you get responses from them saying they created a policy, without notifiying you, that you have to cancel between certain dates. Huge staff turn over.

Date of experience : August 06, 2017

I'm not happy with the membership i got …

I'm not happy with the membership i got and have had to jump thur hoops to get information and learn the website! and there have been no discounted fares at all for me to continue paying the amount each year for this service!

Date of experience : August 05, 2017

No valid communication

I joined this company as an agent. I was immediately transferred to US status. Software out of date. Amateur type so called training. No or very little communication. I cancelled my membership but one year on they have charged me £140+ and get away with it because they have my bank details. Absolutely horrible company , indeed are scammers !!! I've had to close my bank account t of 42 yes because of this .

Date of experience : March 25, 2018

I joined Global Travel International …

I joined Global Travel International almost one year ago. I explained multiple times to multiple people within the company that I was unable to see their training videos and asked what I could do to see them in another way, or if someone could help answer questions I had. Months later, still no help. Constantly, getting "well let me see what I can do and I'll get back with you" or "well who did you speak with" and after I respond, they never respond back. I've lost multiple customers because I did not know what to do. I've not received one sale and it's quickly approaching one year with the company.

Worst customer service and hold tIme …

Worst customer service and hold tIme ever. My website was suspended and explain why just that it was cancelled before I actually cxl my memebership. I CALLED LEFT NUMEROUS message and no return calls. Will NEVER REFER anybody to this company to work or purchase from

I made a hotel reservation using this scammer company. They took my money and send me a confirmation e-mail stating that my book has been booked. A few weeks, later when I arrived to the hotel, they did not have the book reserved. All they did was apologize... truly ridiculous and would not recommend them to anyone. Shame on you for not taking care of your customers and only worrying about profiting. I will never use you again.

Date of experience : May 06, 2022

unhappy agent

I am one of the agents I have called 4 to 5 times to try to get the website fixed so I can use it to book reservations for customers and they've never fixed it and they don't return my calls!!!

I would give zero stars if I could

I would give zero stars if I could. I had a horrible experience with this service. I expressed that at te time and they were unsympathetic and even less helpful. As a result I never used their service again. Since then I have been bombarded with unwanted phone calls and emails. I have asked countless time to be removed from the contact list yet today I was sent an email asking for a review. So to summarize GTI it is a horrible service, their customer service is worse than Comcast, and they are an overall nuisance

Absolutely a SCAM

Absolutely a SCAM. You won’t receive or be able to track commission. Customer service reps are mean, unprofessional and lack knowledge. I have over $6000 in trips booked and won’t receive a dime BUT this company will. For a $4500 I was only going to receive $145 that I have to wait 3 months for.. I will have paid more to be a member that what I will ever receive

Date of experience : August 03, 2022

Do not join

Do not join. We signed up for their advertsied $1 silver package month trial.Not only did they take out the $1 but proceeded to almost immediately take out 15 times that from our account. No communication on our refund or acknowledgement even though we have contacted them numerous times. Necessary government agencies will be notified with evidence.

Date of experience : April 03, 2019

Reply from Global Travel International

Hi Lexy, Sorry about your experience with our program. We're upfront in regards to the billing process. You agreed to a 3 day trial with a $19.99 monthly fee. We do a pre-authorization of $19.00 to your credit card as stated on the terms & conditions on the site. Our records show that you spoke with our member team today and we released the pre-authorization on your account. If you're ever interested in saving up to 70% off your travel in the future, please feel free to give us a call. Thanks, Management

To have access to different Global …

To have access to different Global Travel databases it cost, it appears this travel agent is more about the money than customer service, plus I couldn't set up my web page the way I wanted to. Will not renew my membership in December.

Date of experience : November 19, 2017

Dont know what has changed with this …

Dont know what has changed with this company, but my dad loved them before he died, and I decided to keep it going but their customer service has gotten really terrible, not sure if its because I don't do the numbers he did or what... but I have had three groups decide to book elsewhere because of the amount of time it takes for me to even get group pricing...

Date of experience : August 23, 2017

Independent Travel Agent with this company.

I recently became a travel agent with this company and I will not be renewing my membership. The hold time is terrible for customer service and after you hold for 30 minutes the phone hangs up, which you have call and ask for another department to transfer you to existing members. In addition I have yet to receive any of my commission on any of my bookings that I have booked over 6 months ago. In all honesty I read the reviews before I signed up, but the reviews were 50/50, so I decided to give them a chance. What a mistake. They only care about pitching you different levels which make you spend more money.