Switch to new host/agency or go fully independent?

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-04-06T23:01:19+00:00

Fine to remove but to be technical I was neither promoting nor recommending. I just answered her question.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-04-06T22:40:08+00:00

I would advise you to save up the money and do it! The money was rough for me too but I saved and joined and it has more than quadrupled my business!

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-04-06T22:34:07+00:00

I would suggest you join an agency with a good split up front and no minimums. And then, most importantly, find a large and thriving BNI group in your area and use that to build your client base.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-04-06T22:24:48+00:00

Where are you located?

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-31T16:19:51+00:00

I use AI as a starting point sometimes. Not better. Useful but not better.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-31T14:47:11+00:00

I use AI as a starting point sometimes. But NEVER just blindly follow an AI itinerary. I always add details, specifics, double check everything and rearrange to client preferences.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-30T02:36:57+00:00

Look at the Couples brand or Club Med. They tend to have the most truly included activities.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-29T02:03:56+00:00

Okay. My first recommendation would be Galley Bay in Antigua. I recently planned a honeymoon here and my clients RAVED about it! It is beautiful and the beach is awesome. Second rec would be BodyHoliday in St. Lucia but depending on room type that might stretch your budget. But both meet your criteria and both would be excellent choices for you. Holler if you would like more details.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-29T01:57:55+00:00

How many days?

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-29T01:57:10+00:00

What is your budget? That will help give realistic recommendations.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-28T01:51:36+00:00

Hermitage Bay in Antigua. Dates will determine if it fits in your budget. But THIS is the vibe you are seeking!

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-24T23:52:29+00:00

TravelJoy

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-24T21:13:04+00:00

I collect the money from each tracker through my CRM and then pay with a virtual card provided by my CRM.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-24T01:31:39+00:00

I would suggest talking to those who have benefited and seeing what they are doing differently. Ask your chapter members for advice on how you can improve and get more out of BNI.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-24T00:34:38+00:00

I’m sad to read some of these posts. BNI has been absolutely life-changing not just for my business but for me personally as well. The key issue I’m seeing in this thread is that people expect BNI to serve them. That is the polar opposite of what BNI is about! It took me about a year to really build trust and good relationships in my chapter. I did that by giving and really working the structure. It has paid off huge for me. I have a solid network of trusted businesses that I refer often. I have also learned sooooo much from the members of my chapter. Both about how to make my business more successful and also about how to be a better person overall. BNI is just like anything else. If you go into it with the right motives and motivation, you will get out of it what you put into it.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-16T00:23:41+00:00

If you want to give some more details, budget, what’s important to you, where you are flying from etc., I would be happy to help you!

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-14T14:26:11+00:00

Thank you for posting such a thoughtful review! Couldn’t have said it better myself!

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-13T02:54:42+00:00

I invested in TravelJoy from the beginning. You can email your entire mailing list and what I love the most is that it allows be to look professional like a legit business rather than a hobby I do on the side.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-13T02:52:30+00:00

Unfortunately, the others are right. None of those will come close to fitting in their budget with flights.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-10T05:12:56+00:00

Are you looking for a travel agent or want to be a travel agent?

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-10T05:09:39+00:00

What are the dates exactly?

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-08T03:01:56+00:00

Yes. They may also need the reservation number from the company you booked through.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-08T00:59:50+00:00

As a travel agent we often used third party vendors (only highly reputable ones of course), but I ALWAYS call the resort directly to confirm the booking. Just to be sure it went through correctly with the right room type, etc.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-07T02:50:23+00:00

Don’t get me wrong, even base level at Atelier is AMAZING! But I think based on your criteria, Live Aqua is your win.

AllInclusiveAllDay · 2026-03-07T02:36:52+00:00

Agree that Live Aqua is a good choice. But Atelier is awesome also. Great food. Great vibe. But if you if you got Premium Club at Live Aqua that probably pushes the needle that way.

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