VCTA

Gain a competitive edge for personal and professional success in luxury travel through the Virtuoso Certified Travel Advisor (VCTA) program. Our signature training course is tailored to new and novice Advisors seeking to further their careers in luxury travel. Hear from travel experts and Virtuoso leadership as you follow a dynamic curriculum through small-group learning, role-playing, and real-life scenarios.

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Advisor Feedback:

"While the outlay of time and resources was appreciable, the return on investment was outstanding. The amount of training, professional growth, and collegiality in just three and a half days exceeded any of my previous professional development or accreditation experiences."
"I can't say enough good things. Again, this was my best ever experience in a professional development setting, and I would do it again next week if work and life allowed!"
"I am leaving fearless. The 'stuck' was removed. I am moving forward from the knowledge, training and resources to forming partnerships to start working with my clients."

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements to participate in the VCTA Program?

We recommend you be with your agency between 3 months – 2 years. A VCTA application must be approved by the owner/manager, the prerequisite coursework must be completed, and participants must have an up-to-date Virtuoso.com profile.

How many hours should an Advisor expect to spend throughout the VCTA program?

~12 hours of pre-work, all found in the Virtuoso Travel Academy, 30 hours during the four-day class, and 12-15 hours during the six months of post-class learning.

What benefits are offered to VCTA graduates?

Complimentary membership to a Virtuoso Community of choice
Note: Advisors interested in the Ultraluxe Community must meet eligibility requirements of $1M in Preferred Partner sales for prior year (based on agency-reported sales).
Invitation to exclusive VCTA grad reception at Virtuoso Travel Week
Access to our private VCTA Grad Facebook Community
VCTA logo for your signature line
VCTA designation on your Virtuoso.com profile that is visible to Partners, Members and consumers
Opportunities for exclusive continuing education