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Our journey began over 34 years ago. We have since distinguished ourselves as one of the most trusted and prestigious Host Agencies in the United States. We have created a successful business model that appeals to the premier travel professional.
Our mission is to continually create options and opportunities solely dedicated to our Independent Travel Professionals' success. Our executive support team is comprised of operations, accounting, sales & marketing, and finance who look forward to helping you meet and exceed your business goals.
Our agents enjoy what some call “the best of both worlds”. The Travel Society Professionals maintain the freedom, flexibility, and independence of agency ownership while using the buying power and resources of an international corporation, especially with our membership in Virtuoso. Travel Agencies and Independent Travel Professionals members are able to focus their attention on sales, customer service, and the growth of their own travel business.
Specialties
Host Agency, Accounting, Back-office, Marketing
Our mission is to continually create options and opportunities solely dedicated to our Independent Travel Professionals' success. Our executive support team is comprised of operations, accounting, sales & marketing, and finance who look forward to helping you meet and exceed your business goals.
Our agents enjoy what some call “the best of both worlds”. The Travel Society Professionals maintain the freedom, flexibility, and independence of agency ownership while using the buying power and resources of an international corporation, especially with our membership in Virtuoso. Travel Agencies and Independent Travel Professionals members are able to focus their attention on sales, customer service, and the growth of their own travel business.
Specialties
Host Agency, Accounting, Back-office, Marketing
Overview
Location
United States, Colorado, Denver
Employees
51-200
Phone
+1 800-926-6031
Founded date
1986
Mentions in press and media 9
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| Sep 22, 2026 | The Travel Society Turns 40 — and Enters Its Next Era With Record Momentum | No. 59 on Travel Weekly’s 2026 Power List, $240 million in annual sales and a growing global advisor community mark a new chapter for the longtime host agency We are celebrating what comes next. The travel advisor business is changing rapid... |
| Aug 11, 2026 | The Travel Society Goes ‘Shopping for Travel’ at Virtuoso Travel Week 2026 | Virtuoso Travel Week Internationally recognized boutique host agency strengthens supplier ties, expands advisor resources, and supports growth at luxury travel’s premier event. We like to say we're going shopping for travel,” — Randy Yaroch... |
| Jul 9, 2026 | The Travel Society Climbs to No. 59 on Travel Weekly's 2026 Power List Through Advisor-First Model | The Travel Society Power List 2026 Boutique Virtuoso host agency reports 38% of advisors exceed $1.25M annually, fueled by relationships, leadership access, and luxury partnerships. Rankings don't define success—our advisors do,” — Randy Ya... |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Ralph Iantosca Named to Condé Nast Traveler Top Specialists List for Sixth Consecutive Year | Luxury advisor advances conservation-focused travel, expands philanthropic initiatives, and launches a new podcast. Ralph's Condé Nast Traveler Top Specialist recognition reflects both deep expertise and meaningful purpose in global ecotour... |
| May 27, 2026 | Virtuoso-Affiliated Host Agency The Travel Society Honors Top Luxury Travel Advisors at Society Summit Awards | Dana Welch, Sean Hornbeck and Meghan Mikulencak recognized for excellence in luxury travel advising, mentorship, supplier partnerships and advisor growth. Dana Welch, Sean Hornbeck and Meghan Mikulencak represent the kind of leadership help... |
| Apr 7, 2026 | The Travel Society Celebrates Advisor Rebecca Gade Sawicki as One of 2026’s Influential Women in Travel | Group Trip in Thailand Veggies Abroad founder Rebecca Gade Sawicki earns global recognition for sustainable, vegan travel innovation and leadership in ethical tourism. Rebecca exemplifies the future of travel advising,” — Randy Yaroch DENVE... |
| Mar 17, 2026 | The Travel Society Honors Top Advisors and Partners at Annual Summit, Reinforcing Boutique Luxury Leadership | Nearly 40-year travel industry leader and Virtuoso member honors advisor excellence, longevity, and strategic vendor partnerships at three-day summit. These awards are not symbolic, they represent revenue growth, client retention, elevated ... |
| Oct 25, 2009 | More women-owned businesses of Boulder and Broomfield counties | 8th & Pearl Antiques Address: 740 Pearl St., Boulder 303-444-0699 2008 sales: WND 2009 sales (Jan.-Sept.): WND Employees: WND Women ownership: 100 percent Who: Loretta Lockett, Pauli Wanderer, Jill Cassells, Vicki Andersen and Caroline ... |
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FAQ about The Travel Society
When was The Travel Society founded?
The Travel Society was founded in 1986.
What has the press written about The Travel Society?
Parsers VC has collected 9 articles mentioning The Travel Society, among them “The Travel Society Turns 40 — and Enters Its Next Era With Record Momentum” (Sep 22, 2026) and “The Travel Society Goes ‘Shopping for Travel’ at Virtuoso Travel Week 2026” (Aug 11, 2026).
Is The Travel Society still active?
Yes, The Travel Society is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Oct 14, 2026.