047: What is the Future of Travel? | A Conversation with Henley Vazquez, CEO of FORA

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Are you ready to transform your travel experiences and maybe even your career through the world of travel?

In this episode of the Transform with Travel podcast, I sit down with Henley Vazquez, the CEO and co-founder of Fora. This conversation illuminated the evolving landscape of the travel industry, the rise of travel advisors, and the growing interest in wellness travel.

We got into the changes in the travel industry, particularly post-pandemic. The demand for travel advisors has surged as travelers seek guidance through the more complex travel landscape. The conversation highlighted the growing need for flexibility and the ability for last-minute planning, as people are still wary of committing to travel plans far in advance.

Fora aims to revolutionize the travel advising industry by offering a modern platform that supports advisors with training, efficient booking tools, and community connection. This approach not only helps seasoned advisors but also makes it easier for newcomers to enter the field and succeed.

Henley shared some exciting travel trends, including a move towards exploring less touristy areas in popular destinations like Italy and the rise of far-flung destinations such as Bhutan. She also noted the continued popularity of domestic travel within the United States, with destinations like the American West offering unique experiences.

Henley also emphasized the importance of customer service, attention to detail, and leveraging personal networks over social media. By providing exceptional service, advisors can build a loyal client base through word-of-mouth referrals.

We talk about:

• 00:00 Intro
• 04:56 The Evolution of the Travel Industry
• 09:17 Introducing Fora: A Modern Travel Agency
• 16:25 The Power of Community in Travel Advising
• 20:12 Becoming a Standout Travel Advisor
• 22:41 The Power of Word of Mouth in Travel
• 24:02 The Rise of Wellness Travel
• 28:05 Emerging Travel Trends and Destinations
• 33:17 The Value of Local and Simple Travel
• 42:16 Final Thoughts and Becoming a Travel Advisor

Connect with Henley

• https://www.foratravel.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/hellofora/
• https://www.instagram.com/henleyv/

Connect with me

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