EXCLUSIVE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT
Led by Angela Hughes, Founder & CEO — Live on Zoom
Trips & Ships Luxury Travel
Virtual Open House
Your Invitation to Explore a Career in Luxury Travel Advisory
Join us for an exclusive live session where you'll discover if a career as a luxury
travel advisor aligns with your goals, lifestyle, and aspirations.
DATE
January 15,2026
TIME
2:00 PM EST
DURATION
45 Minutes 15,2026
Who this is For
Whether You're Just Starting or
Ready to
Elevate
This Open House is designed for two distinct paths, each leading to the same destination:
a thriving career in luxury travel.,
Aspiring Travel Advisors
You're curious about turning your passion for travel into a rewarding career, but you're not sure where to begin.,
You love travel and dream of helping others experience the world
You want a flexible career that fits your lifestyle
You're ready to learn a proven path to success
Experienced Travel Advisors
You've built a foundation, but you're looking for a host agency that truly supports your growth and vision.
You want a supportive community and mentorship network
You're ready for higher commissions and premium partnerships
You seek professional development and industry credibility
What Awaits You
What You'll
Experience
This isn't a pitch, it's an open conversation designed to help you make an informed decision
about your future in luxury travel.
See Inside Our Community
Get an authentic look at the culture, values, and day-to-day experience of being aTrips & Ships advisor.
Ask Questions in Real Time
This is a live event, bring your questions and get immediate, honest answers from our leadership team.
Understand the Business Model
Learn exactly how advisors build sustainable income through luxury travel—no guesswork, no hype.
Discover Our Support System
See the training, mentorship, and resources available to every advisor who joins our network.
Meet Fellow Attendees
Connect with others who share your interest in luxury travel careers during our networking segment.
Receive Exclusive Resources
Every attendee receives a curated resource guide to help you evaluate your next career move.
"I don't just want to help you sell travel.
I want to help you build a business and a life that
you're genuinely proud of."
Your Host
Meet
Angela Hughes
Founder & CEO of Trips & Ships Luxury Travel
Angela Hughes isn’t just an expert . She’s the heart of luxury travel. As the founder of Trips & Ships Luxury Travel and Luxury Travel University, she’s built a multimillion-dollar brand that transforms ordinary trips into life-changing experiences.
With over four decades of global experience and time spent living in Japan, Angela has guided hundreds of advisors from their first booking to six-figure success. Her insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Travel Weekly, and LUXE Magazine, and she was named 2024 Travel Leaders Network Influencer of the Year.
Angela founded Trips & Ships with a singular vision, to create a home for travel advisors who value integrity, excellence, and genuine care. When you join her Open House, you’re not just meeting a host . You’re meeting a mentor who will help you dream bigger, book boldly, and thrive in the world of luxury travel.
From Our Community
Real Stories from Real Advisors
Hear from advisors who attended our Open House and made the decision to join Trips & Ships.
"Joining Trips & Ships was the best decision I made for my career. The mentorship and support system helped me go from zero experience to booking six-figure honeymoons within my first year."
Sarah Mitchell
Luxury Travel Advisors, 3 Years
"I left a 20-year corporate career to pursue my passion. Angela and the team provided the structure and training I needed to transition successfully. I've never looked back."
Michael Lopez
Former Corporate Executive
"The community at Trips & Ships is unlike anything else in the industry. We genuinely support each other, and the preferred partner relationships give us a real competitive advantage."
Jennifer Williams
Independent Travel Advisors, 5 Years
Register for the
Live
Open House
Take the first step toward clarity. Join us for this exclusive live event and discover if Trips & Ships is the right fit for your journey.
90-minute live interactive session
Limited to 100 attendees for quality interaction
No obligation—just information and clarity