What is MentorU?

3-month mentorship program, combining virtual one-on-one and small group coaching.

MentorU is a 3-month guided program designed for professionals new to the travel industry who want to start strong.
Over the course of the program, you’ll build a working business from the ground up; creating efficient workflows, developing client prospects from your own network, and learning how to work with top travel suppliers.

Our curriculum follows proven systems and complements the Virtuoso Advisor Learning Path, so every step you take is purposeful and practical. Your progress is measured by real results: hitting early sales milestones, working confidently within the Virtuoso platform, and having active bookings in motion by the time you finish.

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Upgrade Your Skills - Elevate Your Business

A strong network is crucial to starting a travel business. Access to valuable resources, industry expertise, and collaborative opportunities help you navigate challenges, stay informed, and build key relationships, enabling you to grow your business faster. At Uniglobe Travel Center, you're never going it alone.

MentorU Program

A 3-month online learning platform combined with weekly hands-on coaching.

What's included:

  • Course 1: Welcome to Uniglobe!

  • Course 2: Legal Aspects of Owning a Travel Agency

  • Course 3: Land Based Suppliers & Partnerships

  • Course 4: Hotels & Preferred Programs

  • Course 5: Cruise Strategy & Preferred Partners

  • Course 6: Sales and Marketing

  • Course 7: The Booking Lifecycle: From Inquiry to Deposit

  • Course 8: The Client Experience: Beyond the Booking

  • Course 9: ClientBase Online Fundamentals

  • Course 10: Commission, Agent Reports, & Pay Days

  • Course 11: Intro to Group Travel

  • Course 12: Running a Business

Download the MentorU Travel Academy Full Course Syllabus

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Who is the ideal candidate for MentorU?

Passionate entrepreneurs ready to launch their own travel business. MentorU is the industry’s premier onboarding program for aspiring advisors who are brand new to travel or have limited experience.

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Tailored to Every Step of Your Journey.

New to the industry receive one-on-one coaching and business mentoring. A well-rounded foundation to starting your business is crucial to your success.

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Tools & Resources You Need.

Dedicated accounting & support staff, Virtuoso tools, targeted marketing, air desk services, website program, and invoicing support.

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A Robust Portfolio of Suppliers.

Each of our preferred vendors have been hand selected and are held to a high standard of service and product. We want only the best for our advisors.

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Ongoing Business Development.

Learning never stops, so our continuous business development is crucial for staying competitive, adapting to change, and driving long-term success.

What's in it for You

What you can expect:
  • Three months of interactive coaching and guidance from experienced industry professionals
  • Full access to the MentorU Academy, including 12 core courses
  • Business and marketing mentorship from seasoned advisors
  • Advanced learning opportunities to support long-term growth
  • Access to a strong portfolio of preferred suppliers offering competitive commissions
  • Commission levels ranging from 70–90%
  • A dedicated, no-maintenance professional website program
  • In-house Air Desk services
  • Access to UTC’s CRM (Tern) and integrated invoicing tools
  • Ongoing support from UTC’s experienced internal team
  • A collaborative network of veteran advisors ready to share insights and best practices
By the end of your 3 months in MentorU, you’ll be able to:
  • Clearly define your Ideal Client Avatar (ICA) to ensure your marketing speaks to the right audience
  • Operate your business using a simple, documented plan and repeatable workflows
  • Build and manage a pipeline of 25+ qualified leads using UTC’s CRM
  • Confidently qualify prospects and provide well-researched, client-focused travel solutions
  • Create professional itineraries and proposals that convert into bookings
  • Complete 10+ supplier trainings with UTC preferred partners to deepen product knowledge
  • Customize and activate your Virtuoso profile to showcase your expertise and specialties
  • Efficiently manage bookings, CRM, invoicing, and marketing using UTC’s systems
  • Work toward a goal of $150K in gross sales within 18 months of program completion, supported by proven tools and strategies
Additional Benefits:
  • Registration to attend MentorU Summit 2.0 included
  • Access to IATAN benefits (qualification required)
  • First year of ASTA annual membership included ($250 value)
  • Preferred ASTA annual membership renewal pricing
  • First year of Virtuoso profile included ($250 value)
  • Preferred pricing for the ASTA Global Conference
  • Preferred CLIA membership pricing
  • Access to special supplier offers and FAM opportunities (eligibility requires a minimum of six months with Uniglobe)
  • Productivity and performance reporting
Please note: We can only host agents within the continental United States.
Mentor U Pricing

$3,499

Take our 'Exploring a Career as a Travel Agent' free course to see if being a travel advisor, and joining Uniglobe as your host agency, is the right fit for you.

Free Course Outline:
1. History of the Travel Industry
2. What is the Perfect Path for You
3. Working with a Host: Finding the Right Fit
4. Start with Why - Clarifying Your Business
5. Entrepreneur vs. Hobbyist
6. It Takes More than a Passion for Travel
7. Professionalism and Ethics
8. Common Sense to Success
9. Recommended Steps to Complete before Joining a Host

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to schedule a call with one of our team member to talk more in-depth about your entrepreneurial journey.