8 Resources You Might Not Be Utilizing on VAX

One day, long, long ago, a website called VAX VacationAccess was created for travel advisors to book vacations with ease. It’s since expanded outside of simply being a booking engine and evolved into a marketplace for advisors to consume content of all kinds, from brand information and webinars to inspirational articles and destination knowledge, among so much more.  

With a constant flow of new and exciting resources being introduced and enhanced, it can be hard to keep up with what’s all available, but these tools are created just for you and are waiting to be utilized. While the options expand well beyond this list, let’s take a look at eight resources you might not be currently using. 

Travel Inspo Tool Kit 

It’s hip. It’s modern. It recently got a brand-new look. It’s none other than the Travel Inspo Tool Kit. This page is filled with content to share across your social media pages. There is now a navigation menu across the page which includes tabs for Reels (new feature alert!), Supplier Shareables, Social Media Posts, Inspomemes, Memes, The Compass and How-To. Be sure to check back often, as the materials on this page are regularly updated to keep things fresh, fun and buzz-worthy, with the ultimate goal of helping advisors get their clients talking (and booking their next vacation). 

Find it here: Resources → Travel Inspo Tool Kit

Advisor Incentives 

Working as a travel advisor isn’t a walk in the park, and we think you need to be rewarded for all your hard work. You might already know about the Offer Wizard or the endless amount of discounts available for your clients under the Promotions tab, but did you know there’s another spot filled with deals specifically for you? Under the Advisor Incentives tab, you can find exciting perks like exclusive advisor rates and extra commission. After all, traveling is one of the best parts of the job, and how else are you going to gain firsthand knowledge?  

Find it here: Offers & Incentives → Advisor Incentives 

Brand Showcases 

If you aren’t utilizing Brand Showcases, you’re missing out big time. These pages are jam-packed with important information. The brands that work with VAX (which includes hotels, cruise lines, tour operators and more) house all their resources on these pages. Advisors can find anything from marketing materials and brochures to contact information and promotions. Carve out some time to take a gander if you haven’t already done so. 

Find it here: Reservations & Brands → Choose any option from the dropdown and find a list of brands on each page 

Offsite Programs 

We know how important education is, and one of the best ways to learn about a brand you aren’t familiar with is by taking their specialist program. While we can’t house every single course directly on VAX, through one of our newest features, we’ve conveniently compiled a list of programs for you to browse and take at your leisure. We already have 60, and this list is sure to continue growing. Simply find the course you’d like to take and click “Begin.”  

Find it here: Education → Supplier Training & Education → Offside Programs 

Destination Pages  

VAX teamed up with Arrival Guides to provide enhanced destination content available on most of the destination pages. What type of content? We’re glad you asked. Anything from points of interest and videos to shareable guides and diverse content libraries. Best of all, much of the content is available in an easily downloadable guide so you can conveniently share information with your clients. Applicable destination promotions and webinars will also pull through the destination pages providing you with the tools you need to inspire more travel to a wide variety of places. New destination pages are continually being added. 

Find it here: Destinations → Choose any dropdown and start browsing destinations

Specialty Travel  

Vacations aren’t one-size-fits-all. You don’t book a family vacation in the same way you book a honeymoon. There are a lot of different aspects that go into each niche, and we’re helping advisors hone in on a handful of vacation types through our Specialty Travel pages. Each of our dedicated resource pages provides you with a collection of tools and information you need to master lucrative specialty markets and create the best possible vacation experience for your clients. 

Find it here: Resources → Specialty Travel 

The Compass Search 

We all know about the general VAX search feature, but did you know there is a search bar specifically for The Compass on VAX? On The Compass, if you scroll past the Trending Articles section, you’ll find “The Compass Search.” Here you can look for articles that might interest you or your clients. From savvy insights and advice for your business to vacation inspiration and tips for your clients, The Compass has an endless amount of helpful content.  

Find it here: The Compass → The Compass on VAX → The Compass Search 

Agency Logos  

The Compass already helps make content marketing a breeze. With one click sharing buttons at the top right-hand corner of each article, you can easily share content to your social media pages or in an email. However, we’ve recently taken this feature one step further to help drive more business to you. When logged into VAX, travel advisors will find that their agency logo and information are listed on the right-hand side of each article, and when they share the article with clients, this information is shared right along with it, so they know where to go when they’re ready to book. Go ahead and give it a try! 

Find it here: The Compass → The Compass on VAX → Click on any article to share 

Meet Vonda 

If you haven’t already met her, our Brand Ambassador, Vonda Keeler, is a great person to know. Have questions about VAX? She’s your girl! Whether it’s shooting her an email or stopping by the VAX booth at one of the many trade shows throughout the year, Vonda is available to help navigate your questions and concerns. And if humor is your thing, be sure you’re following her on Facebook — just search for “VAX Vonda.”  

Originally appeared in the Fall 2024 issue of The Compass magazine