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Westa’s Travel Agency
Affiliate Program

Have You Outgrown Your Host Agency?

Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program gives growing independent travel agencies access to consortium resources while they work toward the requirements for full Westa membership. Affiliate agencies can build industry knowledge, connect with supplier partners, and use eligible training and business tools as they grow.
In the past four years I have learned more about running a travel agency than I did in the first 15 years of my career.

Phillip Archer

Westa’s Educational Program
Honestly what sets Westa apart from other consortia, and I have friends at other consortia, is the way that they embrace their membership. They are interested in helping us succeed and the tools to do that.

Monica Fraga

What Sets Westa Apart
After almost losing my house due to another consortia going bankrupt, it took a while for the Westa staff to convince me to join. Once I did, I can honestly sat that it is the best business decision I have ever made.

Roger Robertson

Financial Impact
What is coming to mind is family, every one of us, no matter who we are, we feel like we can pick up the phone and they are more than willing to help us

Betty O’Brien

The most Important thing from Westa
That’s why I like being here, I’ve done the conferences and cruises and it is a bunch of truly professional people that are working to succeed and they don’t have the ego to say they have all the answers.

Kevin Prime

One of my favorite things about Westa are the events. We have an opportunity to network with all the other agents to talk about what is going on and what is successful.

Paul Schneidmiller

World Wide Travel Service
We’ve been with Westa for 25 years, since 1997, we love it. Westa has friendly staff, great members, and great suppliers.

Derrick Tran

Four Seasons Travel
During some of the economic downturns, had it not been for Westa I would not have survived as an agency

Ginger Minoletti

Bay World Travel

    A Travel Advisor's Growth Path

    Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program supports independent travel agency owners who are growing toward full consortium membership. Eligible affiliates can use Westa resources and industry connections as they build their agencies. Agencies that later qualify and are approved for full member-owner status can access ownership rights, profit sharing, and overrides.

    Getting Started

    Gains experience as a travel advisor at an established agency or through a host agency.

    Building a Client Base

    Develops travel-planning experience, builds client relationships, and prepares to operate an independent travel agency.

    Launching Their Own Agency

    Establishes an independent travel agency and takes responsibility for business operations, supplier relationships, and client service.

    Joining Westa as an Affiliate

    Joins Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program to access available supplier connections, education, and business resources while growing the agency.

    Becoming a Member-Owner

    Transitions to Westa member-owner status with ownership rights, profit sharing, and overrides.

    How Westa Supports
    Growing Agencies

    Westa's Cruise Department

    Westa’s Cruise Department provides independent travel agencies with specialist support for cruise bookings and group travel planning. Agency owners and travel advisors can work with the department to explore applicable cruise supplier amenities, group opportunities, and booking support as they grow their cruise business.

    Flexibility to Choose

    As an independent travel agency owner, you make business decisions for your agency. Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program provides access to eligible training, supplier relationships, and marketing resources that can support your business goals while you retain responsibility for your agency’s operations.

    Direct Supplier Connections & Education

    Westa helps affiliate travel agencies build relationships with supplier partners and expand their travel industry knowledge. Through eligible supplier connections and educational opportunities, advisors can learn about travel products, connect with industry representatives, and strengthen their ability to serve clients.

    Community & Mentorship

    Westa’s travel agency community offers opportunities to connect with experienced independent agency owners, exchange practical business ideas, and learn from peers. Eligible affiliates can participate in available networking events and community resources to discuss destinations, agency operations, and travel industry tools.

    FAQs About Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program

    What is Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program?

    Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program provides smaller independent travel agencies with an opportunity to join a travel consortium while growing toward full Westa membership. Affiliate agencies gain access to eligible Westa resources, supplier relationships, training, and business support without immediately becoming full member-owners.

    Who is eligible to join Westa as an affiliate agency?

    Westa's Affiliate Agency Program is designed for independently established travel agencies that are building their businesses but do not yet meet the requirements for full Westa membership. Agencies must generate at least $150,000 in annual travel sales and meet Westa's independent agency eligibility requirements.

    Can I join Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program while working under a host agency?

    Westa’s Affiliate Agency Program is intended for independent travel agencies rather than individual advisors operating solely under a host agency. Hosted travel advisors who are preparing to establish their own agencies can contact Westa to learn about the qualifications for joining after becoming independent.

    What benefits are available to Westa affiliate agencies?

    Affiliate agencies can access eligible Westa programs and resources, including professional development opportunities, supplier connections, educational events, and business support. These resources are designed to help independent agency owners strengthen their operations, expand industry relationships, and grow their businesses.

    Can an affiliate agency become a full Westa member-owner?

    Yes. The Affiliate Agency Program provides a pathway toward full Westa membership as an agency grows. Once an affiliate agency meets the applicable membership qualifications and is approved for full membership, it can transition to member-owner status, which includes ownership rights, profit sharing, and overrides.

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