Vacation Planning Specialist

Guidedbyljtravel; Frisco (TX); Remote; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel industry training

Destination education

Remote flexibility

Access to planning resources

Ongoing professional development

Support during learning

Job summary

Guidedbyljtravel is seeking organized, motivated individuals for a Vacation Planning Specialist role that is remote. You will help clients explore vacation options, coordinate travel experiences, and tailor trips to preferences and goals.

Training and ongoing support are provided. No prior travel industry experience is required; you will learn about destinations, resorts, cruises, suppliers, and booking resources while developing key planning skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in planning.
• Enjoy researching, comparing options, and planning travel.
• Comfortable using computers and learning online systems.
• Ability to work remotely and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to complete training and ongoing learning.
• Genuine interest in travel and helping others plan memorable vacations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients to learn vacation preferences and needs.
• Research destinations and vacation options based on client requests.
• Assist with planning accommodations, cruises, transportation, and activities.
• Compare travel options and explain available choices to clients.
• Learn and use travel supplier and booking platforms.
• Develop knowledge of destinations, resorts, cruise lines, and experiences.
• Maintain organized and accurate travel information.
• Communicate with clients throughout the planning process.
• Complete supplier, destination, and industry training.
• Stay informed about travel products, destinations, and supplier offerings.
• Follow up on travel details and deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Research and planning

Time management

Self-motivation

Training willingness

Interest in travel

Client-facing mindset

Job description

Vacation Planning Specialist – Remote

We are seeking organized, motivated individuals who enjoy travel, research, and planning and are interested in developing a career in the travel industry.

As a Vacation Planning Specialist, you will help clients explore vacation options and coordinate travel experiences based on their preferences, interests, and travel goals. You will learn about destinations, resorts, cruises, travel suppliers, activities, and booking resources while developing the skills needed to assist clients throughout the vacation planning process.

Previous travel industry experience is not required. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients to learn about their vacation preferences, interests, and travel needs
• Research destinations and vacation options based on client requests
• Assist with planning accommodations, cruises, transportation, activities, and other travel arrangements
• Compare travel options and help clients understand available choices
• Learn and use travel supplier and booking platforms
• Develop knowledge of destinations, resorts, cruise lines, and travel experiences
• Maintain organized and accurate travel information
• Communicate with clients throughout the planning process
• Complete supplier, destination, and industry training
• Stay informed about travel products, destinations, and supplier offerings
• Follow up on travel details and important deadlines

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Enjoy researching, comparing options, and planning
• Comfortable using computers and learning online systems
• Ability to manage time and stay organized while working remotely
• Self-motivated and dependable
• Willingness to complete training and continue learning
• Genuine interest in travel and helping others plan memorable vacations
• Previous experience in travel, hospitality, planning, or other client-facing roles is helpful but not required

What We Provide

• Travel industry training
• Destination and supplier education
• Access to travel planning and booking resources
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Support as you learn the travel planning process
• Remote flexibility

If you enjoy researching destinations, organizing details, and helping people turn vacation ideas into well-planned travel experiences, we would love to hear from you.