Kelli, Travel Agent

Travel Agent for 10 Years

Favorite Sonlight Product/Book: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Homeschooled: Yes (Homeschooled 2 of her 3 children with Sonlight)

Why she became interested in this job: Kelli became interested in the career because of her love for traveling and experiencing the world.

Favorite Part of the Job: Helping others make their vacation dreams a reality.

Least Favorite Part of the Job: Kelli says she could do without “early booking windows.” (That means sometimes she has to book trips really far in advance, which can make it harder to find the best deals or plan trips as efficiently).

Skills Needed for Job:

➗Math for handling payments, considering due dates, and helping groups split payments.

💻Computer skills for completing bookings, attending trainings to learn more about travel destinations, and tracking the trips she’s planned.

✒️Writing skills to communicate with clients and vendors.

Kelli’s Advice for Those Interested in This Career: “You must have a love of travel. You must be able to communicate with clients, suppliers, and co-workers in a clear and efficient manner. You must also be a good listener.”

Kelli’s Advice to All Learners: Find an area you love and become an expert in that area.