What should I do if:

a fire causes an emergency evacuation of the aircraft?

• Move away from fire and smoke.
• Stay quiet and listen for instructions from the flight crew.
• Concentrate on getting out and leave your possessions behind.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a wet napkin or handkerchief.
• Assist other passengers if you are able.
• Stay low and move quickly to the nearest safe front or rear exit.

Use the floor lighting to help guide you to the exit.

Once you reach the evacuation slide, remove any high-heeled shoes BEFORE you sit down to slide. Place arms, elbows in, across your chest with your legs and feet together and jump feet first onto evacuation slide. Once you exit the aircraft, move away and clear the area, but remain alert for emergency vehicles rushing to provide assistance.

Never return to an aircraft that has experienced a fire, even if it looks safe

How can I avoid injury on my flight?

Watch for special travel advisories issued by agencies of the U.S. Government concerning weather concerns, security threats or other important issues at or on route to your destination.

Research the Airline’s safety record and use the safest one. This is especially important when you are flying non-U.S. Airlines.

Book a non-stop flight to reduce the number of takeoffs and landings. Most accidents occur when the plane is increasing or decreasing altitude or speed, all of which happen during times of takeoff and landing.

Dress to cover as much skin as possible. Synthetic fabrics may melt when heated so wear clothing made of natural fabrics such as wool, cotton, denim or leather.

• Avoid restrictive clothing and wear clothing that is loose or can be loosened.
• Wear low-heeled, leather or canvas shoes. Lace up shoes are best because they can be loosened.
• Follow the flight attendants instructions. They are trained to keep you safe.
• Listen to the emergency instructions given at the beginning of the flight.
• Read the safety instruction card placed in the magazine pouch of the seat in front of you and locate your flotation device.

Make a mental plan of action in case of emergency. Locate the emergency exits both in front and behind you. Count the rows between you and the nearest front and rear exits so you’ll know how far to go even if smoke blocks your view.

Always keep your seatbelt fastened when you are in your seat. This can help protect you if you experience unexpected turbulence.

Have the flight attendant pour refills of hot beverages over their beverage cart and not over your lap. They should take your cup, refill it and then hand it back.

Limit your intake of alcohol. The cabin’s pressure causes alcohol to have a greater effect on your system than it does on the ground, so two drinks might feel like three or four.

Don’t place overweight items in the overhead cabin storage. You could injure your back in doing so and those items could fall back out on you or others.

Ask the flight attendant to remove any overweight items from the overhead cabin storage.

Avoid the seat under the overhead storage compartment. Many people are injured each year by heavy items falling from the overhead storage compartment.

How can I be more comfortable on the plane?

Pick the best seat for you in your class and then check on upgrades available at check-in.

If you think you’ll need them, grab a pillow and blanket as soon as you get on the plane, they go fast.

Dress in layers so you can peel off or add to as necessary.

Take a bathroom break, even if it’s just to get up and move around a little.

Washing your face can help you feel refreshed.


How can I reduce the effects of motion sickness?

Most people are perfectly comfortable flying on planes. If you’ve never flown before and fear sickness, see if your doctor can find something that could help if you need it. You probably won’t, but once you’re on the plane it’s too late and you might have trouble contacting your doctor before the flight home.

Booking a seat in the middle of the plane next to the wings will provide a smoother ride.


How can I reduce the effects of a change in altitude on my ears?

The planes are pressurized, but your ears are still sensitive to the change in altitude. The landing is usually worse than the take off.

If you have a head cold, try anything that has worked to clear it up before you travel.

If you have an ear infection, you might want to consider seeing the countryside on a train. An ear infection can be extremely painful on an airplane. You should contact your doctor and let them know about your travel plans to see if they can help you before you leave.

Children and adults both find relief from sucking on candy or juicy chewing gum. The act of chewing and swallowing relieves the pressure on the ears at take off and landing. Be careful when choosing the juicy treat for small children to avoid the possibility of choking during turbulence.

Nursing a baby can be used to help the baby’s and everyone else’s ears.

Yawning is also a good way to help the ears.

If you’re able to sleep, you should request a wake up before you begin descent. The landing is usually harder on your ears and since you swallow less when you sleep, you may wake up on the ground in pain.

Children and some adults are particularly good at smuggling hotel pool water home from their vacation. Buy some drops and get it out before you fly.

Whatever you do, do it all through take off and landing so you can adjust to the change little by little.


Article written by:  Dianne Tuttle, CTC

Dianne has been in the travel field over 30+ years and owns Academy Cruises & Tours and Academy Travel School

Anyone who flies through time zones

has to grapple with the biorhythmic confusion known as jet lag. When you switch your wristwatch six to nine hours forward, your body says, "Hey, what's going on?" Body clocks don't reset so easily. All your life you've done things on a 24-hour cycle. Now, after crossing the Atlantic, your body wants to eat when you tell it to sleep and sleep when you tell it to enjoy a museum.

Too many people assume their first day

will be made worthless by jet lag. Don't prematurely condemn yourself to zombiedom. Most people I've traveled with, of all ages, have enjoyed productive — even hyper — first days. You can't avoid jet lag, but with a few tips you can minimize the symptoms.

Leave home well-rested.

Flying halfway around the world is stressful. If you leave frazzled after a hectic last night and a wild bon-voyage party, there's a good chance you won't be healthy for the first part of your trip. An early-trip cold used to be a regular part of my vacation until I learned this very important trick: Plan from the start as if you're leaving two days before you really are. Keep that last 48-hour period sacred (apart from your normal work schedule), even if it means being hectic before your false departure date. Then you have two orderly, peaceful days after you've packed so that you are physically ready to fly. Mentally, you'll be comfortable about leaving home and starting this adventure. You'll fly away well-rested and 100 percent capable of enjoying the bombardment of your senses that will follow.

On the flight, drink plenty of liquids, eat lightly, and rest.

Long flights are dehydrating. I ask for "two orange juices with no ice" every chance I get. Help yourself to the juice pitchers in the galley area. Eat lightly and have no coffee and only minimal sugar until the flight's almost over. Alcohol will stress your body and aggravate jet lag. The in-flight movies are good for one thing — nap time. With two or three hours' sleep during the transatlantic flight, you will be functional the day you land. But remember to get up, move around, and stretch your legs occasionally to keep your blood circulating.


Reset your mind to local time.


When the pilot announces the local European time, reset your mind along with your wristwatch. Don't prolong jet lag by reminding yourself what time it is back home. Be in Europe.


On arrival, stay awake until an early local bedtime.


If you doze off at 4 p.m. and wake up at midnight, you've accomplished nothing. Plan a good walk until early evening. Jet lag hates fresh air, daylight, and exercise. Your body may beg for sleep, but stand firm: Refuse. Force your body's transition to the local time. You'll probably awaken very early on your first morning. Trying to sleep later is normally futile. Get out and enjoy a "pinch me, I'm in Europe" walk, as merchants set up in the marketplace and the town slowly comes to life. This will probably be the only sunrise you'll see in Europe.

You'll read about many jet-lag cures. Some travelers rave about melatonin, but I tackle jet lag without drugs. Just leave unfrazzled, minimize jet lag's symptoms, force yourself into European time, and give yourself a chance to enjoy your trip from the moment you step off the plane.


Article written by:  Dianne Tuttle, CTC

Dianne has been in the travel field over 25 years and owns Academy Cruises & Tours and Academy Travel School

So, you're thinking about taking a cruise

for the first time, and as anyone should, you have questions. What is cruising really like? Is it right for me? Where should I go? What can I see?

Welcome to our Introduction to Cruising 101. By the time we're done, you'll be a Cruise Guru and probably be able to wrote these columns and articles yourself! Ready? Here we go!

WHO IS A TYPICAL CRUISER?

We don't believe there is a "typical" cruiser. Cruisers are as wide and varied a lot as the ships that they sail on. Some are young, some older, some are looking for non-stop fun and some want cultural enrichment. Unlike in the days of yore - pre-1976 (about the time the original "Love Boat" was on TV), cruises are not just for the elderly and wealthy. Back in the 1960's and 70's, when cruising was in its infancy, the majority of cruisers were more mature, had plenty of money and plenty of time. It was not uncommon for a ship to depart New York City for a three-week jaunt to the Caribbean.

But over the years,

cruising has evolved into "everyman's holiday". On a cruise ship today, you are likely to find passengers from all ages, income levels and backgrounds. According to the Cruise Line International Association, the majority of cruisers today are under 60 years old and has an annual household income of $60,000 or less. In fact, the average age of cruise passengers has decreased year over year to the mid-40s and cruise lines are re-tooling their on board products and offerings to appeal to even younger and more active passengers. In fact, many of the cruise lines are now recognizing the Gen-X'ers (25-35 years old) and the Gen-Tech'ers (15-25) as the two age groups that hold the most promising prospects as future cruise customers.

In actuality, on a typical 7-night Caribbean cruise,

you are likely to find the majority of the passengers in the 35-55 age range, but a good rule of thumb is that the longer the cruise, the older the average age will be. Of course, on shorter three and four night cruises, you may find a younger crowd but it is just as likely to be a widely varied lot with younger and older couples, singles, families and seniors.

IS CRUISING RIGHT FOR ME?
Well of course it is!! Cruises offer something for just about everyone. Some people cruise just for the sheer joy of being at sea. It's a magical feeling of relaxation, elation and freedom from the stress of everyday life. Or some cruise to experience the convenience of visiting up to six different ports of call in one week, all without having to worry about packing and unpacking, making hotel reservations or catching flights. The ship is your floating hotel and magically transports you from one exotic destination to the next.

What do people find so appealing about a cruise? Cruises offer excellent value as they include your accommodations for the length of the cruise, meals and entertainment. On board the latest generation of cruise ships you'll find multiple dining options ranging from formal sit-down restaurants, to pizza, a grill serving hot dogs and hamburgers, casual buffets and informal bistros. You'll also find a myriad of entertainment options with lavish Broadway and Las Vegas style revues, live rock and country-western bands, cabaret, jazz, piano bars, discos and casinos. You'll also be able to keep up your workout regimen with the state of the art fitness facilities and spas, not to mention jogging tracks and swimming pools. On some ships you will even find ice-skating rinks and rock climbing walls!! Today's modern ships also follow and feature many of the popular trends found in world-class resorts and major cities such as Martini, Champagne and Caviar Bars, Cigar Clubs, cozy bistros, Coffee Bars and Internet Cafes.

The myriad of on board activities can range from napkin folding and vegetable carving to sports competitions, lectures on the fine arts, politics and world famous authors. Then there is the simple, yet hedonistic allure of simply relaxing in a deck chair with a view of the sea and being waited on hand and foot by your ship's onboard staff.

So, as you can see, life on board ship is not so different than vacationing at a large resort or in a large city. You can have and do it all or do nothing at all.

When the economy is jittery

and the dollar is down, there is no need to put your vacation plans to Europe on hold. Americans need to travel smarter in order to turn their trip into a safe, smooth, and affordable reality.

1. Fly "open-jaws"

(into one city and out of another): Save time and money by avoiding a costly return to your starting point. Try to start your itinerary in "mild" countries (such as England) and work into the places with greater culture shock (such as Turkey) to minimize stress. Save countries offering the cheapest shopping — and greatest health risks — for the end of your trip.

2. Use ATMs rather than travelers checks:

You will get your cash cheaper and faster using an ATM. Just keep in mind that while ATMs give the best possible rates, they do come with transaction fees. Minimize fees by making fewer and larger withdrawals. Store the cash safely in your money belt.

3. Shop cheap and interesting:

Do most of your shopping and gift buying in the cheaper countries where gifts are more interesting and your shopping dollar stretches the farthest . The difference is huge: for the cost of a pewter Viking ship in Oslo, you can buy an actual boat in Turkey.

4. Adapt to European tastes: Cultural chameleons drink tea in England, beer in Prague, red wine in France, and white wine on the Rhine. They eat fish in Portugal and reindeer in Norway. Going with the local specialties gets you the best quality and service for the best price.

5. Consider driving as a group: Four people sharing a car travel cheaper than four individuals buying four railpasses. Even at $5 a gallon, cars get great mileage and distances between sights are short. A single two-hour train ticket can cost you the price of a full tank of gas.

6. Pay with local cash: While credit cards get you a good exchange rate, many places offering Europe's best deals — from craft shops to bed & breakfasts — accept only cash.

7. Explore no-frills flights: Europe's highly competitive no-frills airlines (i.e. Ryanair, Virgin Air) can get you from one city to another faster and cheaper than the train . You generally book the flights yourself by phone or Web. Beware though: cheap airlines often use small airports located far from the city center, which can cost a little extra time and money.

8. Go business: During summer and weekends year-round, you can get a fancy business hotel room at a cheap one-star hotel price . It's not unusual to score a $300 double room for $100.

9. Don't over-tip: Only Americans tip 15 to 20 percent in Europe, even tipping when it is already included or not expected. Ask locals (who are customers rather than employees of a restaurant) for advice.

10. Buy museum passes: Passes save time and money. The Paris Museum pass, for example, pays for itself in three visits and saves you hours by letting you skip long lines. With a pass you can also pop painlessly into sights that might otherwise not be worth the expense.


Article written by:  Dianne Tuttle, CTC

Dianne has been in the travel field over 25 years and owns Academy Cruises & Tours and Academy Travel School and can be reached at 805-781-2630.

Every traveler wants a cheap international air fare.

And often a traveler wants to fly off to Europe or Asia now.

If airlines aren't serving up low fares (and they usually don't for last-minute departures), bargain hunters turn to the Internet to see what Expedia, Orbitz, Priceline, Travelocity are offering. But savings can be minimal, especially now during high season when planes are filled. So some savvy (and not so savvy) people then turn to consolidators.

Consolidators, sometimes called wholesalers,

help the airlines fill empty seats by contracting with carriers to buy seats in bulk at a deeply discounted and unpublished price. The consolidator can mark up the price of a ticket to make a profit and sell to a travel agent scouting a low fare for a client. It’s a legitimate system in which everyone wins. It helps airlines with their bottom line.

But as with everything else, you must know how the system works because the process can be aggravating. And you've got to ask questions.

Experienced travelers probably know

that when demand is high and seats are limited (as it is now for travel to Europe), prices from consolidators are not going to be dramatically lower than what they can get from the airlines or online booking services. But travelers unfamiliar with consolidators--whose ads usually are little more than an inch or two, with no room for fine print--may not understand this.

The consolidator process boils down to what the airlines call inventory management, "Consolidators are given a certain inventory [by the airlines] that they can book. The consolidator will set the price, depending on the season, the competition and market conditions. And, of course, they look at their historical [sales] data. Every consolidator has a contract with an airline or several airlines. That way you can cover most of the world.

Pricing consolidator tickets is a tricky issue. we will not sell directly to the consumer they only sell to a travel agent. "Travel agents get their special price. If I undercut my travel agent I'm cutting off my arms and my legs. Consumers usually are one-time buyers; travel agents are regular. We give the agent a margin to earn money, depending on season. When the seats are higher and tougher to get, our markups are much higher."

I am Dianne Tuttle, CTC

and the Owner and Qualifier of Academy Travel and Academy Travel School, which I founded in 1989.  I have over  30 years of experience in the travel industry and also hold a Federal Bond with the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC). I work closely with all cruises lines and tour operators and makes recommendations for vacation packages my clients. I raised $200,000 in private capitol to start my first travel agency. I am the administrator of Academy Travel School founded in 1990 to teach people how to become professional travel agents and start their own home-based travel agency. I also plan, write and produce my own local TV show, “Let’s Talk Travel” on public access channel. I  hold positions on the Board of Directors on Commission on the Status of Women, reporting directly to County Board of Supervisors, and secretary on  SLOCOPA TV show, a non profit organization, and I am  former President of Optimists Club, past Ambassador for the local Chamber of Commerce for 9 years, and  I am  the founder and director of Travel Connections & Social Club. I am also a travel consultant for Gerson Lerhman Group and Goldman Sacks.
I have been in the travel business since 1979!  WOW!  That is a long time!  I got hired right out of college with American Express and stayed there for 7 years.   I have an AA degree from Foothill College and in 1984 received my CTC degree.

Started my agency in 1989

along with my travel school, teaching people to be professional travel agents since 1989 and still teaching today!  The travel school is now taught via a virtual website and I can train anyone who can access the internet right from my desktop to their laptop.  I believe in the one-to-one hands-on training approach.  Once signed up they get the Galileo Icon on their desktop and everything is taught in live time.  They learn what a fare rule is and understand what makes them.  Along with teaching about tours and cruises and actually calling and making bookings so they are prepared for the real client when they graduate from class.
I was a million + in air ticket sales back in early 90's.  Well we all know what happened then.  So I closed for a year and was in my bedroom wondering what I was going to do when I grow up!  at the tender age of 50.  So I restructured  and reopened with leisure travel and $5.00 in my pocket.
I started a Travel Club.  Using my travel club to run free press releases inviting people to join me for dinner once a month and 10 years later have over 1,000 on my email list.  I plan social things to do during the month and plan group cruises and tours.  We have been all over the world together.  I also offer to help find roommates for those who don't want to pay the single supplement.
I then decided to look into TV.  So now I host "Let's Talk Travel" on my local public access TV station in town.  I invite my sales reps on to talk about their cruise lines or tour companies or invite someone who has been on a fabulous trip and would like to share it with my audience.
I am starting a "grass roots" effort to put the "professional" back in travel and in travel agents!  And why the public should look to a professional travel agent to handle their leisure travel.
So join me and my effort!  Call me I can share with you on some of these things I have done over time!

I have now added to my business building by having a once a month dance for my travel club.  I found a venue in town to hold the dance, hired a great band, putting out press releases all over town and posting on FB, Twitter and LinkedIn about the dance.  I also use a different non profit organization each month to donate all the proceeds to.  I take the check to them get my picture taken handing them a check and get it into the  local newspaper.  What better advertising can you ask for free!  

Dianne Tuttle is the Owner and Qualifier of Academy Travel Consultants which she founded in 1989. She has over 30 years of experience in the travel industry and also holds a Federal Bond with the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC). Ms. Tuttle works closely with all cruises lines and tour operators and makes recommendations for vacation packages to her clients. Her jobs have included raising $200,000 in private capitol to start her travel agency. She is the administrator of Academy Travel School founded in 1990 to teach people how to become travel agents and start their own home-based travel agency. Ms. Tuttle also plans, writes and produces her local TV show, xLetxs Talk Travelx on public access channel. She holds positions on the Board of Directors on Commission on the Status of Women, reporting directly to County Board of Supervisors, SLOCOPA TV show, a non profit organization, and she is a former President of Optimists Club, past Ambassador for the local Chamber of Commerce, and is the founder and director of Travel Connections & Social Club.



Dianne Tuttle, CTC
http://itravelconsultants.com
atc@itravelconsultants.com

“I am working with Dianne on creating a Seminar@Sea for clients who want to take a wonderful cruise and attend powerful seminars while at sea. She is a consummate professional with a keen attention to details. It is a pleasure working with her. Bob Nicoll Chief Paradigm Shifter Remember the Ice, LLC Eagle River, Alaska” April 23, 2010

Bob Nicoll , Author & Speaker , Remember the Ice, LLC
was with another company when working with Dianne at Academy Cruises & Tours / Academy Travel School


“A pleasant person to work with, to share knowledge, you can count on her if you need assistance in her market. You will enjoy having her as part of your team. Wish her all the best of everything.” April 21, 2010

yehia Aly , Partner-Planning & Marketing Manager , PROMOTOURS
Dianne at Academy Cruises & Tours / Academy Travel School


“Dianne is a very high skilled professional with wide knowledge and expertise on the tourism market,i have had the pleasure to work with her and i recommend for all your travel requirements. Shes a reliable and proficient individual.” April 20, 2010

Gabriel Medina , Sales Representative, R&E Broker,Business Associate , RivieramayaWeb
Dianne at Academy Cruises & Tours / Academy Travel School


“I recommend Dianne as a highly committed and dedicated professional in the tourism industry. She is a pleasure to work with and has a lot of valuable knowledge to share with others as an experienced travel consultant.” April 19, 2010

Tamara Camden , Real Estate Agent--Vacation Rentals , All Rentals 2 Remember, inc.
was with another company when working with Dianne at Academy Cruises & Tours / Academy Travel School


"Dianne is a person with outward personality, having positive attitude, go getter and very particular when it comes to servicing a customer. I wish Dianne good luck and I am sure with kind of attitude he will grow both in his personal and professional life. Regards"” April 17, 2010

Samer Danial , Sales Supervisor , Thomas Cook
Dianne at Academy Cruises & Tours / Academy Travel School

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Join Us! For a 7 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise on Celebrity Solstice. Learn on Vacation and Get a Tax Write off! - Feb 13th - 20th 2011

As a Certified Facilitator of The Passion Test, LuAnn shares with audiences a simply yet powerful system (Saving Your Self Time Energy & Money) to determine your true passions and set a course to living your life's destiny.

As a director for BNI (Business Network International), LuAnn has built a repertoire of presentations on networking skills and relationship marketing which she uniquely relates to delivering high quality customer service.

Caring is the ultimate competitive advantage.  LuAnn delivers Customer Service training with the same passion that she delivers customer service in her own event management business. When you hire LuAnn to speak at your events, you get the added value of a professional event planner. LuAnn has unique ability to capture the audience with her passionate, energetic personality.
LuAnn is also a part of the Transformational Leadership Council working team. An organization created by Jack Canfield, best-selling author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, where transformational leaders share best practices and co-create humanitarian projects to transform the world.

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Sue's workshops have impacted the lives of her audiences and have included people from more than 18 countries and 37 states. She's a NY Times best-selling contributing author in "Masters of Sales" by Ivan Misner & Don Morgan and is listed in Cambridge's Who's Who of Exceptional Women in Business.
Sue Henry's energy, passion, and enthusiasm touch the hearts and minds of her audience, turning them into raving fans. She delivers practical how-to tips and strategies in a way that is easy to understand and implement. Sue's workshops have impacted the lives of her audiences and have included people from more than 18 countries and 37 states. She's a NY Times best-selling contributing author in "Masters of Sales" by Ivan Misner & Don Morgan and is listed in Cambridge's Who's Who of Exceptional Women in Business.

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Remember the Ice and Other Paradigm Shifts was released on October 14, 2008.  In the first 18 months of publication, the book/audio book/program is already in 40 States and 30 countries:  Bahamas, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, Malaysia, India, Thailand, Scotland, Portugal, China, Switzerland, France, Philippines, New Zealand, Sweden, Malta, The Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Denmark, Slovenia, Germany, Ireland, Russia, Costa Rica, South Africa, Mexico, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan.

All seminars are priced at ONLY $199.00 per person! Register for the Seminars

Celebrity Solstice

As you stroll among the expansive decks, you'll experience the rich color palettes illuminated by beautiful natural light, and revel in the extensive amenities - all delivered with the attentive service for which Celebrity Cruises is renowned. Celebrity Solstice is built around you and the way you long to travel. Voyage with us, on the newest of our Solstice-class of ships, and discover a refined level of elegance - an unrivaled experience making a distinctive statement of style and design.

Highlights:

• The newest Celebrity ship with refined elegance and a distinctive style.
  Enjoy sumptuous cuisine and impeccable service at the main dining room or at the specialty restaurant Blues.
  Pamper your inner being in the relaxing Persian Garden or splurge with a number of exotic body treatments at the AquaSpa.

• Work only occasionally to find great deals for themselves and a small circle of friends
• Work just enough to earn themselves one or two great vacations every year
• Work as home-based travel agency on the side, in addition to their regular jobs
• Work part time basis to earn a respectable second income

• IATAN card with your earned commissions
• Get the travel industry discounts and benefits to which you are entitled
• Take tax-deductible cruises while you learn the business
• Receive FREE training and seminars from travel industry
• Enjoy tax benefits of a home office

Benefits You'll Receive with the Home-Based

Ongoing Telephone and E-mail Support

We'll provide you with ongoing telephone support to answer your questions and help you through any problems you might have.  One of our agents will be personally assigned to your account to assist you.

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With the Apollo system, you're equipped with a comprehensive set of tools that help you manage every aspect of your business.  The people of Apollo are committed to providing you with support and help your agency needs.  Have access to your own United Airlines Apollo reservation system Icon on your own computer.

Ticket Printing Services

ATC will print your airline tickets for you so you don't need expensive ticket printing computers and software

Dear Friend:

• Partnership and recognition with Academy Travel Consultants Inc (ATC), an established,
• reputable travel agency with both National and International accreditation and recognition.
• The support of a knowledgeable staff with combined industry experience of over 21 years.
• Your own ATC representative to help you and assist you at all times, just a phone or an email away.
• Computerized airline ticket printing through ATC.
• The ability to do business with many leading travel suppliers, e.g. tour operators, cruise lines, hotel and car rentals companies, etc.
• Special FAM trips and free/or discounted travel.
• Discounted CLIA membership and travel card.
• 50% off commission splits on all air, hotel, car rentals, cruises, tours and vacation packages.
• Co-op advertising opportunities with tour and cruise companies
• Free travel brochures, videos, window and office displays from all suppliers.
• Continuing education opportunities with Apollo via Web Ex training.
• On-going support and training from your representative and the staff at ATC.
• IATAN travel card with earned commissions.
• You get reduced rates on hotels and rental cars for your personal travel.
• You have the opportunity to earn reduced fares on airlines for your personal travel.
• You'll be invited to many free educational seminars conducted by tour operators like Princess Cruises, Mexicana Airlines and Hawaii World.
• You get special discounts on tuition fees for Academy Travel Consultants, which provides extensive training courses for travel agents.
• You can earn your ID card called IATAN.
• FAM trips after you have qualified for IATAN.
• Enjoy FREE trips with your group bookings
• Great tax benefit!

• Sincerely,
• Dianne Tuttle, CTC
• President

Any questions or problems concerning this school which have not been satisfactorily answered or resolved please contact Dianne Tuttle, CTC school administrator. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM

•  SABRE Computer Reservation System CD-ROM “The Graphic View ”

•  10 weeks program. Each class 2 hours twice a week plus 30 hours of lab time

•  Course fee US $1295.00

Excused Absences

Absences will be excused for illness, death or birth in the immediate family or for valid reasons stated in writing, at the discretion of the school.

Unexcused Absences

Each class session you miss will be considered as one unex­cused absence. No makeup sessions will be allowed.

Tardiness

Late arrival to class will be considered as one unexcused absence.

Unsatisfactory Attendance

If you have three (2) or more unexcused absences in any class, you will receive written notification of probation and the third unexcused absence will result in termination of the course and no refund will be made.

Make up Work

At the discretion of the school, make-up work may be al­lowed but will not be accepted as hours of class attendance.

Leave of Absence

Written requests for a leave of absence will be considered by the school and granted at the discretion of the school administrator or director.

Note: You are expected to attend classes as scheduled. However, you are cautioned that the refund policy is effected as cited in this catalog whether or not you attend as scheduled.

Student Conduct

At the discretion of the school, the administrator may dismiss you from school for a serious or repeated incident of unethical or immoral behavior.

Student Services

Students may make an appointment with school administrator. They may make an appointment for counseling for their career, go over test scores, discuss the curriculum, use the library or make use of the school environment with a potential client.

Tuition Refunds before Classes Begin

If you choose to enroll in the payment program that is when your cancel penalty begins from your first payment, even though you have not attended any classes.  Students that choose to pay on the payment program will not recieve a refund.

You may cancel enrollment within three working days following enrollment and your first payment that is received.  You must notify Dianne Tuttle in writing to receive a refund.



BUYERS RIGHT TO CANCEL

Withdrawal from Course:

You have the right to withdraw from the course at any time with a written notice.If you withdraw from the course of instruction after the period allowed for cancellation of this agreement which is 3 business days following the reciept of the CD-ROM disk the school will remit a refund less a registration fee of $150 within 30 days.

All CD-ROM disks must be returned at the time of submitting refund.

Tuition Refunds after you have started the program

If you cancel enrollment after you have started the study program, you can receive the following refund based on time of written notification.

Tuition Refunds

If you cancel enrollment after you have the disk, you can receive the following refund based on time of notification and postmark:

• After 1st week and within one week .......... 50% refund
• After 2nd week and within two weeks ..... 25 % refund
• After 3rd week and third weeks .............. No refund