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With Travel ID, you have access to the services of Lufthansa and all the airlines of the Lufthansa Group via a single account – and even to Miles & More.

What is Travel ID?

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From booking to check-in and beyond – with Travel ID, you can now travel even more easily. It is your login for all our digital services. You can use it to quickly and easily access your data and enjoy relevant information and personalized services at any time. And that’s with any airline in the Lufthansa Group.

Quick & secure

Book and check in instantly: for this, store your personal data, payment details and important travel documents in your profile. Here they are stored securely and retrievable at any time.

Exclusive promotions

With your Travel ID, enjoy special offers and promotions as well as information tailored to you – exactly when you need it.

Activate Miles & More for your Travel ID and earn miles directly – when you fly, travel and shop. Redeem them for great awards, unique experiences or your next trip.

Your access to all our services

Always well informed: stay logged in and receive the right information at the right time and in the right place.

lufthansa.com

After logging in on our website, you have access to all your bookings and receive helpful information in the Travel Cockpit about your trip. In your profile, you store personal data, preferences and payment information, and save travel documents. This now makes it even quicker to book and check in. In Travel Insights, you can see a summary of all your trips from the last 10 years.

Chat assistant

Lufthansa chat assistant.

Quick, targeted help for your concerns: once you have logged in with your Travel ID, the chat assistant Elisa has all the necessary information. You will receive personalized answers to your questions, can conveniently re-book or request a refund. All without entering any additional data.

Lufthansa app

Stay well informed from booking to arrival: make the best use of the benefits of your Travel ID in the Lufthansa app. Once you have logged in, all of your information is saved and your personal travel assistant will inform you automatically about your upcoming flight. Have your boarding pass issued and receive access to additional personalized services. Also conveniently book your next flight, including the seat, without entering data again.

Internet on board

Enjoy FlyNet® with your Travel ID. Once you have logged in, you will automatically receive up-to-date information about your trip. Also, you can use the free, unlimited messaging for messenger services such as WhatsApp to stay in touch with your loved ones and surf the internet for reasonable prices on board.

Miles & More

If you wish, you can also earn miles with your Travel ID. To do so, activate Miles & More directly during registration or later in your account.

Additional benefits with Miles & More

• Earn miles and Points (Points, Qualifying Points, und HON Circle Points) with 40 airline partners
• Become a frequent flyer and enjoy privileges
• Earn miles for hotel and rental car bookings with many service providers
• Redeem miles for flight awards or other travel awards

Free messaging above the clouds

Travel ID and Miles & More customers can benefit from free, unlimited messaging in the FlyNet® portal on all short-haul and medium-haul flights with aircrafts of the A320 family equipped with wi-fi. Stay in touch with your loved ones above the clouds and relax during your flight.

Simply visit our FlyNet® portal using your mobile device on your next flight, log in using your personal Travel ID and select “Free Messaging”. You’re now ready to enjoy chatting above the clouds.

You don’t have a Travel ID or Miles & More account yet?

FAQs about Travel ID and Miles & More

How do I change the email address I use to log in? How do I add a flight to “My Bookings” in my Travel ID account? What is changing for me as a Miles & More customer? We would be delighted to help you in any way we can. We have compiled these and many other frequently asked questions for you in our FAQs.

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If you have given your consent to digital communication, you will also receive advertising content from the following companies of the Lufthansa Group:

Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Austrian Airlines AG, Swiss International Air Lines AG, Brussels Airlines SA/NV, Eurowings GmbH and EW Discover GmbH.

Partner companies

If you have given your consent to digital communication, you will also receive advertising content from the following Lufthansa partner companies:

AIG Versicherung, Booking.com, Deutsche Bahn, Europcar, GetYourGuide, Hertz, Worldshop, Park.Aero, Porsche Deutschland GmbH, ShareNow and Sixt.

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All you need to know about travel id.

Travel ID gives you universal access to the digital channels of Lufthansa Group airlines and Miles & More. The customer profile gives you the ability to use services within the Lufthansa Group as conveniently as possible and to enjoy a travel experience tailored to your personal wishes and expectations, from your first visit to the website or app until long after your journey has ended.

Good reasons to get Travel ID

When you switch to Travel ID, you will benefit from many advantages and useful services. These include, for example, the option of receiving personalised flight offers and additional services on the booking platforms of Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS. You earn miles with Travel ID in the same way as before with your service card number, simply by entering it when booking a flight. Switch to Travel ID in just a few clicks.

Here are the benefits in detail: 

Simple login with your email address and chosen password

Universal access to the channels of Lufthansa Group airlines

Personal details and updates about your booking at a glance

Read the Travel ID privacy policy and terms of use now.

How to switch to Travel ID if you already have a Miles & More profile

You can now log in to Miles & More even more conveniently with an email address and password of your choice – using your Travel ID. This is also your universal login for Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS, and therefore for all bookings with these airlines. Login via service card number and PIN is still possible.

How to switch:

Log in to your Miles & More account as usual.

You will automatically be prompted to switch to Travel ID.

Set your desired email address and password.

All done. Now you can conveniently use all Travel ID options available on Lufthansa Group channels and at Miles & More.

If you can currently log in with your email address and password, you already have Travel ID. In this case, you don’t need to change your profile.

How to get your Travel ID if you don’t yet have a Miles & More profile

You only need to register for Travel ID if you don’t already have a profile with either an airline or Miles & More. To register , enter an email address and set a password. The password must have at least eight characters, including one upper-case letter, one lower-case letter, one digit and one special character. You will then receive an activation link by email, which is valid for 24 hours. Check your spam folder if you have not received a link. If your email address is not accepted, you probably already have a Travel ID profile. Only one profile can be created per email address. 

How to link your Travel ID to your Miles & More account

If you have already registered for Travel ID via Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa or SWISS and also have a Miles & More profile, you can easily merge the two profiles. To do so, log in to an airline channel with your Travel ID and link the accounts on the profile page in the frequent flyer programme section.

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Faqs: travel id, what is travel id.

Travel ID is your access to the digital channels of the Lufthansa Group airlines and Miles & More.

What benefits does Travel ID offer me?

• Simple: easy registration with your e-mail address.
• Comprehensive: access to the channels of the Lufthansa Group airlines.
• Fast: convenient prefilled forms.
• User-friendly: personal details, current information and recommendations relating to your booking are available at a glance.
• Personalised: offers tailored to your needs.
• Plus: on request, you can also enjoy all the benefits of Miles & More.

How can I earn miles and points with my Travel ID?

By activating Miles & More for your Travel ID. Either when you register or at a later date (e.g., in a few weeks) in your Travel ID profile. You will then earn miles and points when you book with your Travel ID or by quoting your Miles & More service card number at the time of booking.

Registration

Why is my password not being accepted during the registration process.

Your password must be different from your username and it must not have been used previously. In addition, it must consist of:

• at least eight characters
• at least one upper-case letter
• at least one lower-case letter
• at least one number
• at least one of the following special characters: §!"#$%&'()*+,-./:;<>?_@\

Why is my e-mail address not being accepted during the registration process?

There is probably already an existing Travel ID account associated with your e-mail address. Since only one account can be set up for each e-mail address, you must register using a different e-mail address.

Alternatively, you could reset your password and use the existing account.

Why has the activation link for my Travel ID expired/why is it not valid?

The activation link for your Travel ID is valid for 24 hours. You must then start the registration process from the beginning again to receive a new activation link.

Why have I not received an e-mail with an activation link?

Check your spam folder. If you have not received an e-mail there with the activation link, register again.

Why is my Travel ID not active?

Before you can log in with your Travel ID, you must click on the activation link. You will find this link in the e-mail sent to the Travel ID e-mail address you provided.

What do I do if I have forgotten my login details?

Click on “Forgotten password”, enter your Travel ID e-mail address and follow the next steps of the process.

What are my login options for my Travel ID?

Depending on how you set up your Travel ID (with or without Miles & More), the following login options are available:

• without Miles & More: Travel ID e-mail address and password
• with Miles & More: Travel ID e-mail address and password, or service card number and PIN

Why can I no longer log in?

Probably because you have not activated your profile yet.

If you registered less than 24 hours ago, check your inbox and spam folder. You will find an e-mail there with the activation link. If you registered more than 24 hours ago, register again and activate your Travel ID with the link we send to you by e-mail.

Can I also log in to other Lufthansa Group airlines with my Travel ID?

Yes, you will be able to log in to all Lufthansa Group airlines in future. That includes Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings and Discover Airlines.

Why can I no longer log in to my swiss.com profile?

The swiss.com profile was taken offline on 31.01.2023. It has been replaced by Travel ID. If you were not aware of this change, please create a new Travel ID.

If you have active bookings, you can add them to your Travel ID profile under “My Bookings”.

I missed the changeover of my airline ID to Travel ID. What can I do?

Your airline ID has been deleted. Please register for Travel ID again. If you have active bookings, you can add them to your Travel ID profile under “My Bookings”.

User profile

How do i change the e-mail address i use to log in.

First, add the new e-mail address to your profile under “Contact information”. Confirm the change using the activation link we send to you by e-mail. Go back to your Travel ID profile and drag the confirmed e-mail address to the top of the list.

Can I add several frequent flyer programmes to my profile?

No, you can only add one frequent flyer programme to your profile. If you have already activated Miles & More for your Travel ID, you cannot add an additional frequent flyer programme.

Can I add an e-mail address to my Travel ID account that is already associated with a different Travel ID account?

Each e-mail address can only be stored in one Travel ID account. If you have set up several Travel ID accounts, you must delete the account you do not use. You can then add this e-mail address to your active Travel ID account.

Data protection, advertising and deletion of accounts

How do i delete my travel id account.

You can delete your Travel ID account in your profile under “Your profile information”. If you have a Travel ID with Miles & More and wish to cancel both accounts, you must cancel your membership of the Miles & More programme first. Please contact the Miles & More Team to do so.

How do I unsubscribe from advertising communication?

You can unsubscribe from receiving advertising communication by changing the preferences in your profile under “Communication settings”.

How do I revoke my permission for the use of my Travel ID data?

You can revoke your permission for the use of your data by deactivating “Consent to personalised communication” under “Communication settings” in your profile.

How does the Lufthansa Group use my data?

Data protection is of great importance to us. The Lufthansa Group does not sell customer information and will not share this data with third parties.

Can I share my Travel ID login information with third parties?

Your Travel ID is for personal use only. To avoid misuse we recommend that you do not share your login information with others. This is also recommended in our Privacy Policy.

Flights and bookings

I have already booked a flight; why does it not appear in “my bookings”.

The booking appears in your Travel ID profile automatically if you make the booking via swiss.com or in the SWISS app whilst logged in. You can also add a booking to your account later at any time.

How do I add a flight to my bookings in my Travel ID account?

The switch will happen in several phases.

If you have a swiss.com profile and a Miles & More account, we recommend that you make the switch to Travel ID using your Miles & More account. We will notify you as soon as you are able to switch. Until then you do not need to take any action.

Insider knowledge

Myidtravel help, frequently asked myidtravel support questions, what is myidtravel.

• How to cancel & refund a myIDTravel ticket?

How to contact myIDTravel?

Interpreting the myidtravel fare codes.

• The same itinerary has already been booked for a passenger with this name

An error occurred while booking a ticket on myIDTravel

Chances are that you need myIDTravel to  book your staff travel tickets . It is an online portal created by Lufthansa Systems for airline employees to book their non-rev tickets.

You are visiting the StaffTraveler website

You might have found this page on Google while searching for myIDTravel. StaffTraveler is an app to get reliable flight loads for your non-rev flights. We are not associated with myIDTravel.

How to cancel & refund a myIDTravel ticket?

Refunding a myIDTravel ticket involves two steps:

• Find your ticket
• Refund the ticket

1. Find your ticket ticket

To initiate a refund, the easiest way is to access the ticket via  Your flight list . You can also click on the  Manage Bookings & Tickets  button and enter your e-ticket number.

2. Refund the ticket

Click the  Refund  button. The details of your ticket will be shown. Click  Refund now  to initiate the refund.

• Refunds may be processed on any e-ticket with an  open  status, issued less than 365 days ago (this period may differ per airline).
• Partially used tickets and segments flown out of sequence may need to be refunded manually, which may take some time.
• It may take 4 weeks or longer for the refund to be processed. Fares and taxes for unused segments will be refunded by the ticketing airline to the credit card used during the listing process. You may not receive an confirmation by email.
• Refunds will not be issued for the mylDTravel fee for used portions of any ticket.

MyIDTravel support is notoriously hard to get in contact with. If you face any problems with:

• login or password problems

... myIDTravel suggests you contact your airline's staff travel department.

For other inquiries, you can contact myIDTravel using a form on  their website . You'll find a link to their contact form on the bottom of the page.

StaffTraveler is not in any way associated with myIDTravel.

When checking the flight loads in myIDTravel, you are presented a variety of fare codes. These letters represent a category of airline tickets available for purchase. The corresponding number is a rough indication of the number of available tickets for sale. These numbers might be out-of-date and are capped to 7 or 9 (depending on the operating airline). Also, the sum of the numbers does not equal the total number of available seats. Lastly, most airlines overbook flights, so these numbers do not represent how many seats are actually available to non-rev on.

• Business/first class: A, C, D, F, I, J
• Premium economy class: W
• Economy class: B, E, Y, X

Accurate and up-to-date load information can be obtained in the StaffTraveler app.

MYIDTRAVEL ERROR

The same itinerary has already been booked for a passenger with this name. please change itinerary data..

When you get this error, something has gone wrong with your booking. Most likely, the payment has failed. Your tickets are held for about half an hour, during which you cannot make a new booking for the same itinerary.

Wait 30 minutes and try again.

If you cannot access an unused PNR, it has either been cancelled previously or purged from the airline’s reservation system and is no longer available.

Access your e-ticket via the  Your flight list  to relist or refund.

myIDTravel is known to have reliability issues. If you're having trouble booking tickets on myIDTravel, it's worth trying again the next day. We advice anticipating errors and book your tickets in advance.

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How to get a REAL ID and use it for travel

The REAL ID Act is a law that sets higher security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards (IDs).

Why upgrade your license to a REAL ID?

Beginning May 7, 2025, if you have not upgraded your driver’s license or state-issued ID to be REAL ID-compliant, you will not be able to use it to:

• Board federally regulated commercial aircraft
• Access federal government facilities or military installations
• Enter nuclear power plants

Visit the REAL ID website for more details and frequently asked questions .

Check to see if your license or state ID is already REAL ID-compliant

If your driver's license or state ID has a star in the upper right-hand corner, it is already REAL-ID-compliant. There is nothing more you need to do.

How to get a REAL ID

When you apply for or renew your driver’s license or state identification card, you can choose to make it REAL ID-compliant. Find and visit your state's driver's licensing agency website to see what documentation you will need. Your new card will have the REAL ID star marking at the top right.

Using REAL ID and other ID options to board a plane

If you do not upgrade your license or state ID, you can use a passport or one of these other acceptable forms of identification to fly . 

Can you still get a non-REAL ID-compliant license or state ID?

You will still be able to get a driver's license or state ID card that is not REAL ID-compliant. But you will not be able to use it for air travel or to get into federal facilities or military installations. Find and visit your state's driver's licensing agency website to see how to get a non-REAL ID-compliant license or state ID.

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18 Best Email Templates To Use If You Have A Travel Agency [2024]

If you run a travel agency, you probably rely on email quite a bit to communicate with your clients.

As a travel agent, your day-to-day is filled with quote requests, itineraries, planning, customer service, and much more. Having email templates on hand is a great way to maximize your productivity while still ensuring you are taking care of your customers.

Here are 18 free templates you can use for your travel agency.

The Early-Bird Email Template (Off-Season Business)

title=Special Early-Bird Pricing for [[Month or Year]] Hi [[Contact Name]],

It’s not too early to sign up for your [[Year]] [[service offered]]!

Get discounted early-bird pricing by calling us today at [[Contact number]]. Early-bird pricing applies to services booked through [[date]].

Terms and conditions apply [[link to details page on website]].

We look forward to being of service to you in [[Year]]!

[[Agency Name]]

Received Inquiry Confirmation Email Template

title=We received your inquiry! Hello [[Name]],

Thank you for reaching us. We are already working on your inquiry. And will get back to you within [[days/hours]].

In the meantime, feel free to check our FAQ section [[put the link]].

Thank you for your patience,

Learn more about starting a travel agent :

Where to start?

-> How much does it cost to start a travel agent? -> Pros and cons of a travel agent

Need inspiration?

-> Other travel agent success stories -> Examples of established travel agent

Other resources

-> Profitability of a travel agent

Promotional for a Free Travel Package Email Template

title=All-Expense paid trip to [[Location]], Why Not? Dear [[Recipient's Name]],

Wouldn't you love to go on an all-expense-paid trip to [[Location]] where you could soak in all the beautiful beaches and quaint medieval towns?

Or what about an all-expense-paid trip to [[Location]] where you could take walks in world-famous galleries and take pictures in one of their treasure-filled churches?

Now is your chance!

[[your agency name]] is awarding one of these two trips to a lucky customer. All you need to do is fill out the survey we have enclosed and send it back to us before the 25th of November. We will then add your name to an electronic database that will be used to draw the lucky winner on the [[date]]!

The winner will be receiving a free vacation package for one of the two destinations mentioned above. This prize will cover airfare, accommodations, and will also include a check for $10,000 as pocket money!

So, fill out the survey now! It will only take about ten minutes of your time but will give you a chance to go on a 3-day long vacation! Thank you and good luck!

[Agency Name]]

Travel and Services Sales Email Template

title=We've got something to offer! Dear [[Prospect's Name]],

Planning the perfect vacation means having all the right information. [[Name of your Agency]] is here to help you out with that.

We can give you everything you need to know to plan your trip, including lists of hotels, tour guides, tour packages, and so much more. We can even arrange the details according to the specifics you need.

All you have to do is get in touch with one of our travel agents, either by email or telephone. Call us at [[your agency number]] or send an email inquiry to [[agency email]].

Let us help you plan for an ultimate getaway. Get in touch with us today!

[[Sender's Name]]

Referral Request Email Template

title=Request for a potential referral Hi [[Contact Name]],

I first want to thank you again for choosing us for your [[service type]] needs. We’re so glad that we’ve been able to exceed your expectations.

And, in fact, I’m reaching out because I was wondering if you would be willing to vouch for us to a potential prospect we’ve been in contact with. All we need from you is to complete the [[form, survey, attached document, etc.]] and return it to us.

We would really appreciate the help if you have the time, but totally understand if not. Either way, we look forward to doing more travel and vacation plans work for you.

[[Agency name]]

Survey Feedback Request Email Template

title=Tell us how we’re doing in a brief survey Dear [[Contact Name]],

As one of our preferred customers, your feedback is of the utmost importance to [[your agency name]]. We are constantly striving to provide the ideal experience for our customers, and your input helps us to define that experience. That being said, if you could take a minute to post a review on [[review platform]], we would so appreciate it.

We hope to see you again soon!

Best regards,

Thank You Email Template

title=Hi [[Client Name]], thank you for booking your tour activity with us! Hello [[Client Name]],

We are so happy you were a part of our [[experience]] in [[location]].

We hope you enjoyed learning about the history of the city and got some great snaps of our unique architecture.

You’ll find a photo of you and the entire tour group enclosed in this message. If you want to see more pictures of you and the group, you can find them on our Facebook page. We would love it if you share or tag us in some of your photos, too!

Thanks again for booking with us and we hope you’ll visit us again!

[[Your name]]

Travel Agency Introduction to Client Email Template

title=Planning a summer holiday? Hi [[Contact Name]],

We are very enthusiastic to present our travel agency, [[agency name]]. Our well-established travel agency has been in the industry for more than twelve years. We are experts in every minor detail of this business and have been recognized by many people within these years. Our firm has familiarized the difficulty and aggravations of attaining visas and passports. So here we are, to deliver you the tension-free foldaway.

No matter whether you want to travel national or international, we offer the best class service for you. We provide our clients with the best sightseer & recreational spots and finest guesthouses at economic prices. Our services are prompt and way more competent.

People having traveling experience with us, are evidence of our exceedingly efficient and advanced services. They have submitted their high-quality experience of traveling with our company on our website. If you are fascinated with it and want to have you share, kindly let us know & we will shortly reach you.

We label ourselves as leading, innovative, and highly efficient and look forward to demonstrating these qualities at the earliest possible chance.

Thank you for your consideration.

[[Agency Contact No]]

[[Agency Email Address]]

[[Agency Website]]

Letter for Change of Address Email Template

title=Change of Address Dear Clients,

Hope this letter finds you in the best of your spirits. This letter is to inform you about the change in our address.

We have shifted our business location from [[old address] to [new address].

Kindly make sure to communicate at this new address for a proper response, and customer care.

Thanks, and Best Regards,

[[Company Name]]

[[Company Contact No]]

[[Company Email]]

[[Company Website]]

Travel Agent Introduction Email Template

title= Are you ready to getaway? Hi [[Contact Name]],

I, [[Agent Name]] will be serving you as your travel agent. I would like to thank you for choosing my travel agency, [[Agency Name]] for planning your vacation. I will make sure that you have the best value for your money through my services.

I have been working in this field for 10 years. Therefore, you can completely rely on me when it comes to experience and knowledge. I shall consider your requirements and budget to plan a very well-organized, comfortable, and fun trip for you and your family.

Kindly give me a call this week in your spare time and let me know when we can arrange a meeting. I would like to discuss your requirements and my recommendations so that I can plan a customized trip.

Looking forward to your call.

[[Agent Name]]

Travel Follow Up Marketing Letter to Loyal Customers

title=A good deal is always good news Dear [[Recipients Name]],

We appreciate that you have been such a loyal patron of [[Agency Name]].

For this upcoming summer, we would like to ask for your help. We have just finished the creation of several summer tour packages and would like you to refer some of your colleagues, members of your family, or friends who may be interested. We'd like to send them some brochures and put them on our mailing list so that we can give them the necessary updates.

We would be more than happy to provide you with compensation for your assistance. Thus, we guarantee you that for every referral that you give us, we'll be taking off 10% on your next tour or booking with us! Imagine how few names it would take for you to avail of a free trip from [[Agency Name]]!

You can send us your referrals by filling out the form we have enclosed.

We are very excited to hear back from you. If you have any further questions about our Referral Program, please don't hesitate to give us a call at [[agency number]].

Thank you very much!

[[Senders Name]]

Reservation Receipt Email Template

title=Reservation Receipt Email From [[your agency name]] Hi [[Client Name]],

Your reservation request for [[Hotel Destination]] has been submitted. We want to be clear that this is not a confirmed reservation. Not yet, at least.

Your potential host, [[Hotel Name]], has 24 hours to respond to your request, but most of our hosts reply more quickly than that! Once [[Hotel Name]] accepts or declines your reservation, we'll let you know.

We have authorized your payment method for [[Amount]], the full amount of the reservation. If your request is declined or expires, you will not be charged.

[[photo of the booking information]]

Reservation Confirmation Email Template

title=Confirmation of Reservation for [[Client Name]] Hi [[Client Name]],

This is the confirmation mail of the reservation of the [[Hotel Name]] in [[Location]]. Please go through the flight and accommodation details so that if there is any mistake it can be rectified at the right time.

As per your request, we have booked [[how many]] air tickets in the business class with [[Airline]]. The booking is made in the name of [[Bookers' Names]] with the age [[their ages]] years respectively. The tickets are for date [[Date]] from [[Location]] to [[Destination]]. Your accommodation reservation is done at the [[Hotel]] located at a [[exact location from the airport]]. You are confirmed for a stay of [[number]] days and [[number]] nights, from [[Date]] to [[Date and Year]]. The hotel rooms have spacious balconies with beach views.

I want to make clear that if you want any kind of change in the reservation then please inform within 24 hours of this confirmation letter after which any request won’t be entertained. Rest we assure you that you won’t face any problems with the proposed trip.

Thanks and Have a Good Day!

Follow Up Sales After Promo Introduction Email Template

title=Special promo just for you! Dear [[Recipients Name]],

During the last week of [[Month]], we sent you a brochure of our new products. Since we have already established a good long-time working relationship, we gave you a special promo for the month of [[Month]] to order them at discounted rates. [[Month]] is about to end soon and so is the promo yet we still did not hear anything from you. You are probably busy and might have overlooked our special offer for you.

From our years of working with each other, we have known you to be a man who greatly values customer satisfaction. You have always wanted to provide your customers with great products. If you would just take the time to peruse the brochure, you might find some things that would interest you.

If you decide to order now, we can give you a 15% off on the total amount of your purchase on top of the 10% on the individual product rates. So hurry and make your order before the promo period ends!

Travel Agency Business Proposal Letter

title=Collaboration request from [[Agency Name]] Dear [[newspaper owner]],

This is the very first collaboration I am making with you. I would like straightly to come to the point; we are a fresh travel organization firm positioned in the city. We are offering some prodigious travel packages for the new year. The strategies and packages are for both coast-to-coast and global visits. We are proposing incredible concession plans for populate in the city.

Your newspaper is widespread in the realm and masses read it regularly. It would be an honor to work with your organization to make known my concern to the people. Our commercial policy spins around the requirement to deliver class service to our customers.

We are completely focusing on the process of entirely nourishing their desires. This is going to get started through the enrolment of a specialized squad. We are also working hard on the delivery of better quality conventional plan travel packages, meeting & fulfilling the customer’s essential wants.

The company as well anticipates having brochures in unique designs. We also intend to have other marketing material that will empower regulars to know about the benefits of availing these services & to understand the categories of facilities we propose.

I have hemmed in the rate graph along with the letter to make it easy for you to create an eye-catching ad for us.

For additional figures or interrogations, you are welcome to communicate with me by phone [[ agency contact number]] or email [[agency email]].

Vacation Package Offering Email Template

title=Vacation made possible with [[Agency Name]] Dear [[Recipient's Name]],

How would you like to visit the beautiful country of [[Location]] to experience their fantastic food, inspiring culture, and incredible scenery for [[how many days and nights]]?

How would you like to stay at one of the top hotels in [[Location]] while you're there?

How would you like to pay just [[amount]] for all of that?

This vacation is all now a possibility with [[your agency name]]! We'll provide you with flight transfers, and accommodations for just [[amount]]! Just think about what that means regarding your potential savings!

This proposal is no joke. We are dead serious about the offer that we're making. All you need to do is give our customer hotline a call at [[contact number]] before the [[date]]. You do have to be of legal age, however, to avail of this offer.

Don't delay any further. Call us today so we can start planning your fabulous vacation. We hope to talk to you soon!

Trip Sales Email Template Sample

title=Don't miss this out! Dear [[Contact Name]],

I am pleased you selected [[Agency Name]] for your upcoming vacation in Italy. Our company offers the best packages for hassle-free vacations at the most reasonable prices. Italy is a place brimming with glorious places and splendid scenes. Cities like Venice and Florence are an exquisite blend of nature as well as classical craftsmanship. Our ten-day tour to Italy is devised to give our customers the finest taste of the picturesque cities and their rich cultural heritage. In this one-of-a-kind trip to Italy, you will experience a myriad of wonders; splendid countrysides and wines of Tuscany, the eternal city of Rome, private gondola ride in Italy’s famed Venice, boat ride to the surrounding islands, and Micheanglo’s legendary David, a masterpiece from the Renaissance Era.

The destinations included in the trip are Rome, Florence, Tuscany, and Venice; also known as the Jewels of Italy. The transportation for moving within the cities will also be included in the package. In addition, we will also provide you with an English-speaking tour guide to help you explore Italy and make the most of your trip.

Our standard prices start off from $5,500 per person for our Economy Package; the accommodation for this package is in a three-star hotel, such as the Hotel Al Paive. The Star Package costs $8000 per person, with accommodation in a four-star hotel such as the Hotel Berchielli. Our Deluxe Package costs $11,000 per person with accommodation in a five-star hotel, such as the Ritz-Carlton. These prices are exclusive of airfare. The prices may also vary depending on the type of transportation you want to choose; for instance, public bus, subway, taxi, or a private car. The current price is quoted for a private car.

Also, as the summers are approaching, the prices in the travel market is peaking due to the rush-season; yet, we are offering a special discount up to 10% until the first week of June. I would highly advise you to make your bookings with us as soon as possible, as the current prices are likely to go up several thousands of dollars in the coming weeks.

Your inclination to choose our company for your trip reflects astuteness; since Gleaming Horizons Travel Agency is a well-reputed company working relentlessly to provide luxurious vacations for couples and families for over a decade. We will ensure that you have a smooth trip without any complications and that you bring back many perfect memories.

Please do not hesitate to place your order right away. As mentioned earlier, the discounted prices are only available for six more days; i.e. the first week of June. You may inquire with other travel agencies if you wish. I guarantee you will find our company’s prices are the lowest for the caliber of quality we are providing for all our services.

To book your trip, please email us at [email protected] with detailed information about the number of people traveling, names of the individuals as mentioned in the passports, and your selected package; i.e Economy Package, Star Package, or Deluxe Package. Or call at our booking office – UAN: 800-111-22-33.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Yours Sincerely, [[Name]] [[Ageny Name]]

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title=Regarding your queries, [[Mr./Ms. Name]], Hi [[customer name]],

Thanks for reaching out to us with your queries. We would love to solve your issue and we think phone calls are the best way to go about it.

Would you love to get on a call with us to discuss this? Please do get back to us with your available timings and kindly leave a number so that we can call.

We look forward to taking care of your issues. Thanks for choosing us.

[[Agency Contact No.]]

25 Travel Agency Email Subject Lines You Can Use

Here's a list of 25 popular email subject lines you can use for your Travel Agency

• Sure, it's possible to land a cheap flight. Let us help you
• Hey! Look at this! It's a vacation deal!
• You deserve the trip of a lifetime.
• Planning Your Mini-Vacay?
• Need a last-minute flight?
• Are you curious about our personalized service?
• You're going to love this… Now you can escape to over 500 destinations
• Are you getting enough sunshine this summer?
• Check out 50% Off Call of the Wild at Super Summer Sale
• What location is perfect for your next escape?
• Let me help you find a vacation you'll never forget!
• The Perfect Destination For Birthday Getaway
• Need help planning your next vacation?
• Are you a travel addict?
• Hello traveler, you have found a treasure! Let us show you
• Book your flight now and get thousands of miles bonus!
• Your dream vacation is only a click away
• Your summer vacation is about to get interesting
• Forget the stress of travel.
• Your destination is waiting
• You don't want to miss out on these deals
• You've got the plan. We've got the room. It's all
• Where would you like to go?
• Travel hasn't been the same without you!
• How you can win the ultimate travel experience

Below we detail the most common questions as it relates to Travel Agency for email.

How to market a travel agency?

• Add variety to your social media posts.
• Send direct mail to your clients.
• Practice your 30-second commercial.

How to become a travel agent?

• Focus on a specialty.
• Develop and market your brand.
• Create a business plan.

How is email marketing used in the travel industry?

• Attract and retain new customers.
• Convince people to take a trip even if they weren’t planning to.
• Give customers a way to connect with your travel business on social media and develop a better relationship.

There we have it: some smashing email templates for your viewing pleasure. Emails are a way of strengthening your connection with your customers. The templates and emails above can guide you through the process of building trust and rapport with your customers and prospects.

We hope you have found them helpful and get plenty of inspiration for your email marketing campaigns.

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I've been on 50 cruises. Here are 5 things I wish I'd known before sailing in the Mediterranean.

• I've been on 50 cruises around the world and took my first Mediterranean route last year.
• Picking the right time of the season to go can make a big difference in your trip.
• Before packing, I always check to see if any of the experiences I've booked have a dress code.

As someone who's taken over 50 cruises all over the world, I know firsthand how popular cruising is this year. But one seabound itinerary people often forget to add to their bucket lists is a Mediterranean cruise .

The dreamy ships take passengers around European destinations like Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

After taking my first Mediterranean cruise last year, here's what I think everyone should know before booking the route.

Going early or late in the sailing season means fewer crowds and better weather.

Many cruise lines, like Virgin, Celebrity, and Disney, start the Mediterranean season in early spring and sail through early fall.

Going early or late in the season usually means you'll have more tolerable weather and smaller crowds in some of the big destinations like Athens .

I made the mistake of going on my Mediterranean cruise at the end of May (over Memorial Day weekend).

Some ports of call, like Nice, France, were easy to get around, but others like Rome were packed to the gills. I wanted the day to end before we even made it to the Vatican on our tour.

Arriving at your embarkation port early is key to having a smooth sailing.

My biggest tip for any cruise — but especially for Americans traveling to Europe for a Mediterranean cruise — is to arrive at your embarkation city at least a day before your sailing starts.

This gives you plenty of time to ensure you make it to the port, especially with the airline delays that typically spike in the summer. The boat isn't going to wait for you i f you don't land on time

Even though it means paying for lodging and likely a few meals before boarding the boat, getting a good night's sleep before a jam-packed vacation is worth it to me.

As a bonus, arriving early also gives you a chance to explore the city.

Be sure to pack at least one shirt with sleeves and bottoms that cover your knees.

Some of the major European tourist destinations have strict dress codes — typically everyone must at least cover their shoulders and knees out of respect.

If you're planning on checking out Vatican Ci t y in Italy or the Meteora monasteries in Greece, b e sure to pack at least one outfit that fits the bill.

Most cruise ships have laundry services (self-serve or valet), so you can wear the same dress-code-approved outfit for a few excursion days if needed.

Food tours are a great way to see a city, taste local dishes, and learn some history.

If you're looking for a unique excursion that still gives you the highlights of a European city, I recommend booking a food tour . I've done tours in places like Amsterdam, Budapest, and Paris, and I've never been disappointed.

Food tours can be booked through third-party travel operators, like TripAdvisor or Viator, and offer the chance to see some of the major landmarks of a city, try local dishes, and learn some history all in one outing.

The tours are usually led by locals, which means the guides can also give you some good recommendations if you have time before you need to return to the ship.

Consider booking tours through third-party sites.

Mediterranean cruises can last anywhere from seven days to two weeks, depending on the company and itinerary. Booking every excursion through the cruise line can add up, but luckily, there are typically more affordable options through third-party companies.

But I only book with third-party operators if the ship docks right at the city I want to explore because I never want to miss the all-aboard time.

For example, on my Mediterranean cruise last summer, the ship anchored at Cannes, and I was able to keep my eye on it throughout my excursion.

If the ship docks in a secondary location and you have to travel to the big tourist destinations , I always book excursions through the cruise line. For instance, the day my family and I explored Rome, the ship docked in Civitavecchia, Italy, and we had to take a two-hour bus ride into the city.

Booking with the cruise company guarantees your return to the ship, even if your excursion runs late.

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Trump criminal trial wraps for the day after opening statements and first witness

From CNN's Jeremy Herb, Lauren del Valle and Kara Scannell in the courthouse

Key takeaways from opening statements and the first witness in Trump's hush money trial

From CNN's Jeremy Herb, Lauren del Valle and Kara Scannell

Prosecutors and Trump’s attorneys delivered opening statements and the first witness — a former National Enquirer publisher — was called Monday in the historic and unprecedented criminal trial of a former president.

Each side got their first chance to lay out a theory of the case for jurors. Prosecutors told jurors that the reimbursement of hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels was part of a larger conspiracy to influence the 2016 presidential election.

The former president’s attorneys responded by telling the jury that Trump was innocent and not involved in the creation of the 34 business records he’s charged with falsifying. They also pointedly added that there’s “nothing wrong with trying to influence an election.”

Here are key takeaways from Monday:

• Prosecutors say Trump schemed "to corrupt the 2016 presidential election": The district attorney’s office framed the case for jurors as illegal payments to try to influence illicitly influence the 2016 election that Trump then tried to illegally cover up by falsifying business records. Prosecutor Matthew Colangelo walked the jury through Trump’s efforts, along with Michael Cohen and former American Media Inc., chief David Pecker, to keep damaging information from coming to light during the 2016 election.
• Defense says Donald Trump is innocent: Defense attorney Todd Blanche began his opening statement with a simple assertion: “Donald Trump is innocent.” Blanche told the jury that the story isn’t as simple as prosecutors laid out and argued that Trump was not involved with any of the business records he’s accused of falsifying beyond signing the checks. Blanche didn’t dispute the paper trail existed, but he argued to the jury there was nothing illegal about signing non-disclosure agreements — or trying to influence an election.
• Tabloid publisher testifies first: Prosecutors called former AMI CEO David Pecker as the first witness in their case against Trump. He testified for less than 30 minutes Monday morning before the trial adjourned for the day. He’s expected to continue testifying Tuesday. Colangelo teed up the former tabloid publisher as a key player in Trump’s “catch and kill” scheme to control the public narrative about him ahead of the 2016 election.
• Gag order hearing will lead off court on Tuesday: Before the trial resumes Tuesday, Judge Juan Merchan is holding a hearing on allegations that Trump violated the judge’s gag order barring discussion of witnesses. The district attorney’s office asked the judge to fine Trump $1,000 for each of several gag order violations leading up to and since the trial started. In addition to the fines, prosecutors want the judge to remind Trump he could be imprisoned if he continues to disobey the order.
• Trump was thinking about the $175 million bond hearing down the street: Meanwhile, other lawyers for Trump were in a courtroom a block away arguing over the legitimacy of the $175 million bond Trump posted to appeal the judgment in his civil fraud trial. Trump, who could not attend the civil hearing because he’s required to attend each day of the criminal trial, railed against Attorney General Letitia James.

Fact check: Trump falsely claims Michael Cohen’s crimes "had nothing to do with me"

From CNN’s Daniel Dale

Speaking to reporters Monday after opening statements in his criminal trial in Manhattan, former President Donald Trump declared that the crimes committed by his former lawyer and fixer Michael Cohen “had nothing to do with me.” 

Cohen is expected to be a key  witness for the prosecution . Trump said: “The things he got in trouble for were things that had nothing to do with me. He got in trouble; he went to jail. This has nothing to do with me. This had to do with the taxicab company that he owned, which is just something he owned – and medallions and borrowing money and a lot of things – but it had nothing to do with me.” 

Facts First:  Trump’s claim that Cohen’s prison sentence “had nothing to do with me” is false. Cohen’s three-year sentence in 2018 was for  multiple crimes , some of which were directly related to Trump. Most notably, Cohen was sentenced for  campaign finance offenses   connected to a hush money scheme  during the 2016 presidential campaign to conceal Trump’s alleged extramarital relationships -- the same hush money scheme that is central to this prosecution against Trump. Cohen was  also sentenced to two months in prison , to run concurrently with the three-year sentence, for  lying to Congress in 2017 in relation to previous talks about the possibility of building a Trump Tower in Moscow, Russia , including about the  extent of Trump’s involvement in the aborted Moscow initiative  and about when in 2016 the discussions ended. (The discussions continued into June 2016, the month after Trump  became the presumptive Republican nominee , and did not conclude in January 2016 before the first votes were cast, as Cohen had claimed.)

Referring to Trump as “Individual-1,” Cohen  said  at the time of his 2018 guilty plea for making false statements to the US Senate Select Committee on Intelligence: “I made these statements to be consistent with Individual-1’s political messaging and out of loyalty to Individual-1.” When Cohen pleaded guilty in 2018 to the campaign finance violations, he  said  he broke the law “in coordination and at the direction of a candidate for federal office,” Trump. 

David Pecker is an important witness in prosecutor's quest to prove criminal intent, legal analyst says

From CNN's Elise Hammond

David Pecker will be back on the stand on Tuesday to continue testimony in the hush money trial against former President Donald Trump. Not only is he the first witness to answer questions from the prosecution, but he is also a critical piece of how the state is trying to prove criminal intent, one former federal prosecutor said.

Criminal intent means that “not just an act happened, but an act happened for a purpose,” said Elliot Williams, a CNN legal analyst. “The defendant did something wrong to carry out some criminal purpose.”

As the then-chairman of American Media Inc., which publishes the National Enquirer, Pecker was involved in numerous “catch-and-kill” schemes he orchestrated on behalf of Trump, and he allegedly helped broker the deal with adult film star Stormy Daniels which is at the center of  the case.

“It’s not just the catch-and-kill payments, but catch-and-kill payments for the purpose of concealing information from voters in the context of an election,” Williams explained, referring to the 2016 presidential election. 

Williams said it’s likely that prosecutors will focus much of their questioning trying to uncover what was discussed in meetings between Pecker and Trump.

The question at the heart of the argument, Williams said, is if the payments were intended to conceal information from voters, “or was it just Donald Trump saying, ‘Well, you know, this is embarrassing to my wife and my kids, I really want to keep this hidden.’”

Read about the stages of Trump's criminal trial — and what they mean 

From CNN's Lauren del Valle, Jhasua Razo and Gillian Roberts

Former President Donald Trump’s first criminal trial is expected to take six to eight weeks from start to finish.

This trial, related to a  hush money payment  to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016, is the first of  four ongoing criminal cases  that are expected to head to trial for the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee.

Now that opening statements are done, prosecutors are presenting trial evidence through witness testimony and exhibits. David Pecker, the ex-publisher of the National Enquirer, will resume testimony Tuesday.

Defense attorneys can cross examine the prosecution’s witnesses and typically aim to discredit their testimony. Witnesses’ responses are considered evidence, but not the questions posed by an attorney.

Read more about the stages of the trial, and what they mean here.

Michael Cohen jabs back at Trump's claim that Cohen's crimes have nothing to do with him

From CNN's Laura Dolan

Michael Cohen, who is expected to be a key witness in Donald Trump’s criminal trial, jabbed back at his former boss in response to comments Trump made about him outside the courtroom Monday.

Speaking to reporters in the courtroom hallway after court concluded, Trump said Cohen’s crimes have “nothing to do with me."

“He got in trouble, he went to jail. This has nothing to do with me,” said Trump. “This had to do with the taxicab company that he owned, which is just something he owned — and medallions and borrowing money.”

Shortly after those comments. Cohen posted on social media, “Hey Von ShitzInPantz … your attacks of me stink of desperation. We are all hoping that you take the stand in your defense. 

Cohen, who is Trump’s former attorney, served time in federal prison after pleading guilty to breaking federal campaign laws when he facilitated the $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, which is directly linked to the charges against Trump.  As for the taxi medallions that Trump referenced, Cohen was also sentenced for tax evasion related to a taxi medallion enterprise and lying to a bank in relation to a home loan. 

Trump is under a gag order and was ordered by Judge Juan Merchan not to comment about any witnesses in the trial.

CNN's Daniel Dale contributed to this post.

See courtroom sketches from today's Trump trial

No cameras are allowed inside the Manhattan courtroom where Donald Trump's hush money trial is underway, but a sketch artist captured the scene as opening statements unfolded and the first witness took the stand.

Biden builds early advertising edge as Trump spends millions on legal fees

From CNN's David Wright

President Joe Biden and his allies have nearly tripled Donald Trump’s network in ad spending over the last month and a half while the former president has had to devote millions of campaign funds to legal expenses — and sit in a New York courthouse for his hush money trial.

Since March 6, after Super Tuesday when Trump effectively secured the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, through April 21, Biden’s campaign and other Democratic advertisers spent $27.2 million on advertising for the presidential race, while the Trump campaign and GOP advertisers spent about $9.3 million, according to AdImpact data.

Ad spending data (presidential race, March 6 to April 21)

• Democrats: $27,153,293
• Republicans: $9,344,948

During that time, Biden's campaign has spent millions in key battleground states, including $4.1 million in Michigan, $3.9 million in Pennsylvania, and at least $2 million in Arizona, Wisconsin, and Georgia. And the Biden network has used its plentiful airtime to promote the administration’s first-term record and slam Trump, focusing on key issues such as the  cost of living  and  abortion rights .

Meanwhile, Trump’s network has failed to match that effort since he became the presumptive nominee, though a pro-Trump super PAC, MAGA Inc., recently ramped up its advertising, booking over $1 million worth of airtime in Pennsylvania to coincide with Biden’s recent campaign swing through the state last week.

Trump has also benefited over that stretch from a nearly $3 million anti-Biden campaign from outside groups aligned with the oil and gas industries, which have been  running ads  in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, criticizing California fuel standards  defended  by the Biden administration. But despite some recent signs of activity, Trump’s network has been significantly outspent on the airwaves since his general election matchup with Biden came into focus. And  the latest round of FEC filings  shows how Biden’s fundraising edge is enabling that advertising advantage, as Trump’s ongoing legal battles drain millions from his campaign coffers.  

How we got here: A timeline of the Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels hush money case

From CNN’s Lauren del Valle, Kara Scannell, Annette Choi and Gillian Roberts 

The first criminal trial of a US ex-president is underway in New York, where former President Donald Trump faces charges from the Manhattan District attorney related to a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016. 

This is the first of four criminal cases expected to go to trial for Trump, also the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee. CNN compiled a timeline of the key events leading up to the historic trial. 

Here’s how we got here: 

• September 2016: Donald Trump discusses a $150,000 hush money payment understood to be for former Playboy model Karen McDougal with Michael Cohen who secretly records the conversation . McDougal has alleged she had an extramarital affair with Trump beginning in 2006, which he has denied. 
• October 7, 2016: The Washington Post releases an "Access Hollywood" video from 2005 in which Trump uses vulgar language to describe his sexual approach to women with then show host Billy Bush. 
• October 27, 2016: According to prosecutors, Cohen pays Daniels $130,000 to her attorney through a shell company in exchange for her silence about an affair she allegedly had with Trump in 2006. This $130,000 sum is separate from the $150,000 paid to McDougal. Trump has publicly denied having any affairs and has denied making the payments. 
• November 8, 2016: Trump secures the election to become the 45th president of the United States. 
• February 2017: Prosecutors say Cohen meets with Trump in the Oval Office to confirm how he would be reimbursed for the hush money payment Cohen fronted to Daniels. Under the plan, Cohen would send a series of false invoices requesting payment for legal services he performed pursuant to a retainer agreement and receive monthly checks for $35,000 for a total of $420,000 to cover the payment, his taxes and a bonus, prosecutors alleged. Prosecutors also allege there was never a retainer agreement. 
• January 2018: The Wall Street Journal breaks news about the hush money payment Cohen made to Daniels in 2016. 

See the full timeline.  

Trump is also facing charges in 3 other criminal cases

From CNN’s Devan Cole, Amy O'Kruk and Curt Merrill 

The hush money criminal trial against former President Donald Trump is just one of  four criminal cases  he faces while juggling his presidential campaign.

The former president is facing at least  88 charges  over the four criminal indictments in Georgia, New York, Washington, DC, and Florida. Trump has pleaded not guilty to every charge in these cases. 

Here's a recap of each case: 

• Hush money:  Trump was first indicted in March 2023 by the Manhattan district attorney on state charges related to a hush-money payment to an adult film star in 2016. Prosecutors allege Trump was part of an illegal conspiracy to  undermine  the integrity of the 2016 election. Further, they allege he was part of an unlawful plan to suppress negative information, including the $130,000 payment. 
• Classified documents:  Trump was indicted in June 2023 by a federal grand jury in Miami for taking classified national defense documents from the White House after he left office and resisting the government’s attempts to retrieve the materials. The National Archives said in early 2022 that at least 15 boxes of White House records were recovered from the estate, including   some that were classified . The charges were brought by special counsel Jack Smith. 
• Federal election interference:  Smith separately charged the former president last August with four crimes over his efforts to reverse the 2020 election results. The indictment alleges Trump and a co-conspirator "attempted to exploit the violence and chaos at the Capitol by calling lawmakers to convince them ... to delay the certification" of the election. That case is currently on hold as the Supreme Court weighs Trump’s claims of presidential immunity in the matter. 
• Fulton County:  State prosecutors in Georgia brought a similar election subversion case against Trump and others. An Atlanta-based grand jury on August 14, 2023, indicted Trump and 18 others on state charges stemming from their alleged efforts to overturn the former president’s 2020 electoral defeat. A trial date has not yet been set in that case. 

Read more about  the four criminal cases  Trump faces.  

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