Discover the Tradition, History and Culture of Korea as a Specialist

Bring a dream vacation to life for your clients selling Korea. The Korea Travel Specialist program explores this fascinating country and its incredible diversity. Travel advisors can become experts on the experiences and special interests this country has to offer clients. With more than 5,000 years of tradition, history and culture as well as natural wonders, unique cuisine and more, travelers will be mesmerized by all that Korea has to offer.

There are two spcecialist tracks: one for travel agents from the U.S. and one for Canadian travel advisors.

Travel advisors will learn key information, enabling them to be experts in selling Korea. The course provides information on how to match each client with the perfect Korea vacation; information on transportation, accommodations and travel tips; information on top attractions and experiences.

The course highlights of seven diverse vacation destinations in the country, including Seoul, Gangwon-do, Busan, Jeju, Gyeongju, Daegu and Jeonju.

Travel advisors who complete the course receive a certificate of graduation as an Korea Travel Specialist. Advisors can also earn 2 Continuing Education Credits from The Travel Institute. (Go to www.thetravelinstitute.com for details on the certification programs, eligibility for continuing education credits and how to receive these credits following graduation.)

Graduates also receive priority invitations to familiarization trips and seminars hosted by Korea Tourism Organization as well as a free internet listing as a Korea Travel Specialist Travel Agent on KTO NY Social Media. Advisors also receive free promotional materials, a quarterly newsletter with the latest updates on destinations, products and offers and special travel agent discount rates at LOTTE Hotels & Resorts.

This chapter serves as an introduction to Korea and provides an overview of Korea's top selling points, and background on where to find information on transportation, accommodations and travel tips within the country.

This chapter provides information on Korea's top destinations, including Seoul, Gangwon-do, Busan, Jeju, Gyeongju, Daegu and Jeonju.

Chapter 3 delves into the how travel agents can bring Korea to life with visits to the top attractions and experiences. Learn about Korea's Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and how clients can visit. Advisors will learn about K-Culture and Korean festivals. This chapter also discusses popular hiking routes, Hanok Stay programs and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Ready to sell Korea as an expert? Get your Korea Travel Specialist certification with Travel Agent Academy by enrolling today.