Independent Vacation Consultant – Expedia Cruises | Hybrid (2 Office Days Required)

Company: Expedia Cruises – Island Compass Group
Locations: Nanaimo BC
Job Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance
Compensation: 100% Commission-Based
Work Location: Hybrid – Minimum 2 days per week in office mandatory

About Expedia Cruises

Expedia Cruises is part of the globally recognized Expedia family, helping travellers discover exceptional vacation experiences through cruises, all-inclusive resorts, guided tours, flights, and customized travel packages.

We are expanding our team across four Vancouver Island locations — Nanaimo, Parksville, Duncan, and Langford — and are seeking motivated individuals interested in building their own travel business with the support of an established brand.

About the Opportunity

This is not a traditional salaried position. It is a self-employed, 100% commission-based independent contractor opportunity for individuals who want to build a long-term business in the travel industry.

As an Independent Vacation Consultant, you will develop your own client portfolio while benefiting from Expedia Cruises' booking technology, supplier relationships, training programs, and local office support.

We welcome individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, including sales, customer service, hospitality, banking, insurance, and business ownership.

Previous travel industry experience is not required.

Our Hybrid Work Model – Two Days in Office Required

We believe that flexibility works best when combined with collaboration, continuous learning, and direct client engagement.

All Vacation Consultants are required to commit to a minimum of two days per week at their assigned Expedia Cruises office.

This commitment is an essential part of our consultant development model and provides opportunities for:

- Hands-on training and guidance from experienced consultants.
- Direct interaction with walk-in customers and potential clients.
- Participation in supplier presentations, workshops, and team activities.
- Collaboration on group bookings and shared business opportunities.
- Building confidence, product knowledge, and sales experience.

Outside the required office days, consultants have the flexibility to manage their travel business remotely.

Please apply only if you can consistently commit to two days per week at one of our four Vancouver Island offices.

Your Responsibilities





- Consult with clients to understand their travel preferences, budgets, and vacation goals.
- Research, recommend, and book cruises, resorts, tours, flights, and vacation packages.
- Build and maintain your own client portfolio through networking, referrals, and relationship development.
- Promote appropriate travel protection and other value-added travel services, subject to licensing requirements.
- Provide skilled customer service before, during, and after travel.
- Stay informed about supplier promotions, travel trends, and new destinations.
- Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and office activities.

What We Provide

- A personalized Expedia Cruises booking website.
- Access to Expedia Cruises' booking platforms and supplier resources.
- Structured onboarding through the International Cruise Academy.
- Supplier certification and professional development programs.
- Mentorship and support from experienced travel professionals.
- Access to local office facilities.
- Opportunities to participate in group bookings, supplier events, and travel-related activities.
- A collaborative environment focused on helping consultants build successful businesses.

Your Onboarding Journey

Our structured onboarding program is designed to help new consultants develop the skills and confidence required to begin selling travel.

The process includes initial training, booking-system familiarization, supplier certifications, and guided sales-readiness coaching.

An key early milestone is achieving your first three confirmed vacation bookings, followed by a review of your progress and continued support as you develop your business.

Compensation and Earning Potential

This is a 100% commission-based independent contractor opportunity.

There is no guaranteed salary or hourly wage. Income depends on individual sales performance, bookings, and the development of a sustainable client portfolio.

Additional commission opportunities may arise through cruise sales, vacation packages, travel insurance where authorized, group bookings, and repeat customers.





There is no fixed cap on commission earnings.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

- Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
- Passionate about travel and helping others.
- Comfortable communicating with clients and developing relationships.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using technology.
- Willing to complete training and supplier certifications.
- Interested in developing a long-term travel business.
- Able to work from an Expedia Cruises office for at least two days each week.

Experience in travel, hospitality, retail, sales, banking, or insurance is an asset but not essential.

Education: Secondary school completion required.
Language: English required.

Learn More About Expedia Cruises

Informational video:

https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/846681869/d049c2a3c9

Our Expedia Cruises website:

https://www.expediaagents.com/en-ca/100010

Ready to Start Your Journey?

If you're passionate about travel, enjoy connecting with people, and want the opportunity to build your own commission-based business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to explore becoming an Independent Vacation Consultant with Expedia Cruises – Island Compass Group.

Important: This is an independent contractor opportunity, not a salaried employment position. A minimum commitment of two days per week in the office is required. Licensing may be required for certain products, and guidance will be provided where applicable.

Pay: From $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Nanaimo, BC V9V 1S3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- 1. Can you commit to working from your assigned Expedia Cruises office for a minimum of two days every week?

Accepted answer: Yes

2. Do you understand and accept that this is a 100% commission-based independent contractor opportunity with no guaranteed salary or hourly wage?
Accepted answer: Yes

3. Are you willing to complete the required training, supplier certifications, and onboarding program?
Accepted answer: Yes

4. Are you legally authorized to work or provide self-employed services in Canada?
Accepted answer: Yes

Education:

- Secondary School (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nanaimo, BC V9V 1S3

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