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Need A Black Star On Your Ohio Driver’s License To Fly? (REAL ID OH)

You don’t need a black star on your Ohio driver’s license or ID to fly today, but you will. Residents of the state of Ohio must obtain their state IDs and driver’s licenses with a star in a black circle by May 7, 2025. After that, federal agencies will no longer accept identification cards and driver licenses issued at the state level without stars on them for passengers older than 18 years old. This is an extension from the original October 2021 date due to the COVID pandemic. 

Department of Homeland Security’s Alejandro Mayorkas recently stated , “Extending the Real ID full enforcement deadline will give states needed time to reopen their driver’s licensing operations and ensure their residents can obtain a Real ID-compliant license or identification card.” 

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles has stated that those without a star on their cards can continue to use their cards after May 7, 2025, but they will only be accepted for state-related purposes like driving, accessing hospitals, visiting the post office, applying for or receiving social security or veterans’ benefits, or banking transactions. For federal purposes, this identification will not be able to be used.

Not everyone in Ohio has a passport, especially if they don’t travel internationally. For domestic flights, a state-issued document like a driver’s license is all you need to fly. 

Here is a great video on it from the Department of Homeland Security

However, according to a law called the REAL ID Act, air travelers in the United States will be required to use a driver’s license that complies with the Real ID requirements when traveling within the United States of America beginning May 7th, 2025.

Other documents that people will be able to use are passports or their U.S. Military cards. Most people use their license to get through security on domestic flights though.

Related: Do You Need A Gold Or Black Star On Colorado Driver’s License To Fly?

This law means that your driver’s license MUST comply with TSA’s requirements for you to fly domestically. A complying license will have a star on it. Does yours?   

Additionally, a REAL ID will be required to enter federal facilities in addition to the current identification requirements.

This is one of the new minimum security standards that will be used in federal buildings as well.  As such, your domestic flight in the US will require a REAL ID.

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Do you need a star on your license to fly in Ohio?

Real ID will be required for all Americans after May 7, 2025. This includes Ohioans. The black star indicates that your license has been certified as compliant with Federal REAL ID standards by the Department of Homeland Security. 

As of May 7th, 2025, at least one REAL ID compliant credential or another form of identification will be required for domestic flights on commercial airlines in Ohio.

What does an Ohio REAL ID look like?

Every driver’s license issued in Ohio after July 2012 is REAL ID compliant, and the upper right-hand corner will display a black star.

Does your Ohio driver’s license have a star on it?

To check whether you have a real id compliant driver’s license, check near the upper right-hand corner of your card. It will be a black circle with a white star in it.

If your license isn’t from Ohio and it doesn’t have a star in the upper right corner, know that some states already have enhanced their licenses to comply with the Real ID requirements. Such enhanced licenses do not have a star, but they have the United States of America flag on them or say “Enhanced”.

Your license or ID does not meet the requirements if it has any of the two phrases below: “Federal Limits Apply” “Not For Federal Identification” “Not For Federal Purposes”

How to get the black star on your Ohio license? 

You will receive it on your new license when you renew your ID before the May 2025 deadline.

You may need to present more identification documents to get a REAL-ID compliant Ohio driver license or ID to be verified. These required documents include:

• Your social security
• An unexpired U.S. passport card or book, or the original of your Birth Certificate
• Title or registration for an Ohio vehicle
• Legal documents proving your name change from your birth name if your name has changed
• Policy or statement from your current car insurance company

Just call or visit your local DMV to replace your old one with one that is certified REAL ID.

There is a comprehensive list from the Ohio BMV at the bottom of this article.

How much does it cost to get an Ohio REAL ID card?

To get an Ohio REAL ID costs $25.75. 

You will not be charged an additional fee when converting your state ID or license into a REAL ID during the normal renewal process.

This new ID will replace your existing driver’s license and is good for at least eight years. 

The date is wrong, but all the other info is good in the video below

What does a black star on your Ohio driver’s license mean?

The black star certifies that you have met the Real ID Act requirements. This means that the citizenship of the holder has been verified by a state department like the DMV that issued the ID.  

A star will appear in the top right corner of your Real ID license or non-driver identification card to indicate that this document can be used for federal identification.

Your Ohio driver’s license card will be REAL ID compliant if it was issued during or after July 2012 , and has a black star in the right-hand corner. Your compliant card can be used as a form of federal identification until it expires.

Ohio residents are given a black star in the corner of their licenses upon getting their first license or renewing one they already have. This indicates compliance with new DHS  REAL ID regulations. TSA checkpoints will require identification compliant with those regulations from all passengers after May 7, 2025.

Does REAL ID replace my driver license?

It will replace your current driver license, yes. And then you will use it as a driver license going forward. It is a driver’s license. It just ensures that each person that receives it has met some minimum guideline the federal government has established for identification purposes.

 What is the star on your Ohio license for?

It indicates that your license is compliant and can be used anywhere a REAL ID is required for federal purposes. Flights, military bases, and nuclear power plants are a few of these places.

Related: Do You Need A Gold Star On Driver’s License Or ID To Fly?

What is the REAL ID Act?

It is a federal law that requires states to issue driver’s licenses and ID cards that meet minimum security standards and prohibits federal agencies from accepting licenses and ID cards issued by states that don’t meet those standards.

It states as of May 7, 2025, REAL IDs will be required to board domestic flights or enter secure federal facilities.

Your Real ID Driver License or Non-Driver ID Card will be marked with a star in the top right corner or will have an American flag on it or the word “Enhanced” to indicate it qualifies for use as federal identification.

If your current identification card or license doesn’t qualify, so long as it hasn’t expired, it will be accepted until May 7, 2025. 

Do I need a REAL ID card?

Yes, they will be mandatory as of May 7, 2025. Until then you can use your current driver’s license or ID card that you have been using. But after that date, you will need to have a replacement card or REAL ID compliant card for international travel or domestic flight or to enter a secured federal facility.

Related: Do You Need A Gold Star On Your Arizona Driver’s License To Fly?

Do you need a REAL ID to travel to Ohio?

Ohio will begin to require the use of a REAL ID-compliant drivers’ license or state identification card starting on May 7, 2025.

For those traveling with commercial airlines, a REAL ID will be indicated by a black star in the upper right-hand corner of the ID, driver’s license, or another appropriate form of identification.

The U.S. Congress introduced this law in 2005. It was one of the security measures put in place in the wake of one of the most significant attacks against the United States of America on its own land, 9/11.

It is meant to set minimum standards of security for identification documents issued. These documents include identification cards and driver’s licenses.  

From May 7, 2025, you will need a black star on driver’s license or ID card for federal agencies such as TSA to board a federally regulated commercial aircraft. This will be the acceptable form of federal ID and ensure they are REAL ID compliant.

Do all Ohio IDs have a star?

After July 2012 all Ohio state IDs and driver’s licenses have a star and are REAL ID complian t . When renewing or replacing IDs that do not have stars, a star will be printed on them.

Can you fly without a REAL ID in Ohio?

You can fly without a REAL  ID right now, but you won’t be able to after May 7, 2025. Not only will you need to have one to board commercial flights, but to visit military bases, federal courthouses, nuclear sites, or other federal facilities like federal prisons.

Have more questions?

If you have additional questions, the Department of Homeland Security has a great FAQ here .

Additional information can be found on the Department of Homeland Security’s site here: state compliance and state implementation

You can also contact the Transportation Security Administration : 866-289-9673

To view information from individual Ohio agencies including time saving tips, licensing locations, documentation requirements, fees, and other helpful federal and state resources please click the links below.

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles has some great information on getting your license updated to the new REAL ID. 

Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles

For a list of the documentation required by the Ohio BMV click here 

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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.

Do you need a REAL ID to fly?

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.

LAST UPDATED: May 23, 2024

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Acceptable Identification at the TSA Checkpoint

Adult passengers 18 and older must show valid identification at the airport checkpoint in order to travel.

• Beginning May 7, 2025, if you plan to use your state-issued ID or license to fly within the U.S., make sure it is REAL ID compliant . If you are not sure if your ID complies with REAL ID, check with your state department of motor vehicles.  
• State-Issued Drivers License or State-Issued ID
• U.S. passport
• U.S. passport card
• DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
• U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents
• Permanent resident card
• Border crossing card
• An acceptable photo ID issued by a  federally recognized , Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe
• HSPD-12 PIV card
• Foreign government-issued passport
• Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card
• Transportation worker identification credential
• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
• U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
• Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)

In coordination with its DHS counterparts, TSA has identified acceptable alternate identification for use in special circumstances at the checkpoint.

A weapon permit is not an acceptable form of identification. A temporary driver's license is not an acceptable form of identification.

Beginning May 7, 2025, if you plan to use your state-issued ID or license to fly within the U.S., make sure it is REAL ID compliant . If you are not sure if your ID complies with REAL ID, check with your state department of motor vehicles.

Learn more about flying with a REAL ID .

TSA currently accepts expired ID up to a year after expiration, for the above listed forms of identification. DHS has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline to May 7, 2025. Learn more about REAL ID on  TSA’s REAL ID  webpage.

TSA does not require children under 18 to provide identification when traveling within the United States. Contact the airline for questions regarding specific ID requirements for travelers under 18.

Forgot Your ID?

In the event you arrive at the airport without valid identification, because it is lost or at home, you may still be allowed to fly. The TSA officer may ask you to complete an identity verification process which includes collecting information such as your name, current address, and other personal information to confirm your identity. If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint. You will be subject to additional screening, to include a patdown and screening of carry-on property.

You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if your identity cannot be confirmed, you choose to not provide proper identification or you decline to cooperate with the identity verification process.

TSA recommends that you arrive at least two hours in advance of your flight time.

Names With Suffixes

TSA accepts variations on suffixes on boarding passes and ID. Suffixes are not required on boarding passes. If there is a suffix on the boarding pass, and there is not one on the ID or vice versa, that is considered an acceptable variation.

If your identity cannot be verified, you will not be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint.

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Real ID for Travel in the U.S.

UPDATE: On Monday, December 8th, the Department of Homeland Security announced they will delay the REAL ID deadline to May 7, 2025  ( https://www.dhs.gov/news/2022/12/05/dhs-announces-extension-real-id-full-enforcement-deadline ).

Effective May 3, 2023 , you must have a REAL ID compliant driver license/ID to fly within the U.S., unless you use a U.S. passport or another federally approved form of identification. For more information on REAL ID requirements, please visit the following resources:

• State of Ohio Real ID
• Kentucky Real ID
• Pennsylvania Real ID
• West Virginia Real ID
• Or visit the appropriate states office/bureau motor vehicles website for more information

How to Become a Travel Agent in Ohio

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Have you thought about changing things up and becoming a travel agent in Ohio?

This is an exciting career that helps people, businesses, and other groups book vacations and travel in Ohio.

A travel agent in Ohio can make good money even without a college education.

Let’s dive into the job, the requirements, and the pay for Ohio travel agents.

Article Table of Contents

• 1 Travel Agent Duties in Ohio
• 2 Licensing Requirements to Become an Ohio Travel Agent
• 3 Travel Agent Programs in Ohio
• 4.1 Regional Salary in Ohio
• 5.1 How to become a travel agent in Ohio?
• 5.2 Is travel agent a good career?
• 5.3 Do travel agents work from home?

Travel Agent Duties in Ohio

A travel agent in Ohio has some pretty exciting job duties.

The main idea behind this job is that you are arranging the travel, lodgings, and activities for an individual, or a group, who is going on a trip.

This could be a family going on vacation, a couple putting together their wedding, or a company taking their staff on a trip.

Ohio is full of interesting travel options.

There are big cities like Cincinnati, as well as mountains to the south.

Ohio is known for everything from its art scene to its wild, outdoor destinations.

There is a strong combination of business and pleasure tourism in this state.

Licensing Requirements to Become an Ohio Travel Agent

There is no licensing requirement to become a travel agent in Ohio.

However, many travel agents in this state will have a certification for the completion of a training program at a two-year university before they begin their careers.

The only real requirement for this job in Ohio is a high school diploma or an equivalent like a GED.

Ohio does have one big requirement for travel agents.

If you plan on selling travel insurance as part of your services, you need to be licensed in the state of Ohio.

You get your license through the state government and are required to complete 40 hours of training courses either in-person or online.

These courses teach you about state laws and best practices for selling insurance in Ohio.

Many travel agents take courses to help them in their careers.

There are professional agencies as well as public colleges that offer programs

Local tourism boards also offer a few free training courses that can help you get a sense of the tourism and travel needs in those locations.

Travel Agent Programs in Ohio

There are a few travel agent programs in Ohio.

These range from general training courses that prepare you to start this career and specialized programs that focus on being a travel agent in the state of Ohio.

These programs are great for both beginners as well as experienced travel agents looking to branch out into Ohio.

Here are just a few of the programs you can find in this state:

• Ohio University – Travel Services Program
• Ohio Travel Association (OTA) – Webinars, conferences, and more
• The Travel Institute – Online Training and Certification
• University of Cincinnati – Travel Agent Training

Ohio Travel Agent Salary

There is an impressive salary range for travel agents in Ohio.

An Ohio travel agent earns anywhere from $35,245 to $45,050 each year.

This difference comes down to training, experience, and the particular niche they work in.

The average salary for a travel agent in Ohio is $38,683.

You can have some more control over your income as a travel agent by working in high-volume bookings.

Getting clients such as large companies, working with wedding planners, and learning more about tourism trends and destinations in Ohio can help you improve your income as a travel agent in Ohio.

Regional Salary in Ohio

Frequently asked questions, how to become a travel agent in ohio.

The process of becoming a travel agent in the state of Ohio is very straightforward.

All you need to do is have a high school diploma and sufficient math as well as business communication skills.

Most travel agencies will also require you to have a travel agent certification, the completion of a travel agent training program, or a degree in travel services from a two-year university.

Is travel agent a good career?

The career of a travel agent could be an excellent career opportunity for individuals looking to change their career or increase their income.

Becoming a travel agent does not require a college education, but it does have good starting pay which makes it an excellent opportunity for individuals who have not completed university.

The day-to-day work of a travel agent is also very challenging, as well as rewarding, which makes this an interesting career opportunity.

Do travel agents work from home?

Travel agents work from a variety of settings including travel agency offices, working from destinations, and working from home.

If you work for a travel agency, you will likely be working at their main office.

Other travel agents work from home and make their own hours or they work from a destination that they specialize in.

Read the full guide: How to Become a Travel Agent

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By Courtney Eisen

May 23, 2024

Becoming a top-notch travel agent in Ohio isn't just about following the usual protocols. It demands the correct attitude, educational resources, and a supportive community. Despite common misconceptions, lengthy university education or costly vocational training isn't always needed. Through dedication, networking, and effort, you can excel as an Ohio travel agent. Tools like LuxRally Travel's complimentary online training program are available to help develop essential skills for your travel agent career. The journey may be tough, but with persistence and suitable resources, your dream of being a successful Ohio travel agent is attainable.

Choosing the right host agency: your first step in the journey.

Unless you plan on starting your own travel agency in Ohio, joining a host travel agency is a must. Selecting the right host agency is a crucial step in kick-starting your career as a travel agent. It's such an essential part of the process that we've dedicated an entire article discussing the factors to consider.

For a comprehensive guide, check out our article: " Finding the Best Host Travel Agency ". If your plans include selling travel packages nationwide, make sure that the host agency you choose holds a Seller of Travel License in Florida, California, Washington, and Hawaii. These states require a license to sell travel services to their residents.

LuxRally Travel: Your Partner in Success

If you're serious about turning your career as a travel agent into a full-time venture with six or seven-figure potential, then LuxRally Travel may be the perfect fit for you. We're not looking for hobby agents who simply want discounts on Disney trips. We're searching for ambitious individuals and entrepreneurs ready to make substantial financial gains.

LuxRally Travel offers a free online travel agent training course. This comprehensive program takes approximately 50-70 hours to complete, with two-thirds of the course being self-directed. Upon completion of the training, you will be a fully licensed and insured travel agent, equipped and ready to sell. Additionally, you'll have access to a vibrant community of fellow luxury travel agents whom you can turn to whenever you have queries or need advice.

Becoming a travel agent in Ohio doesn't have to be a daunting task. With the right guidance and resources, it can be an enjoyable and rewarding journey. At LuxRally Travel, we're committed to helping you navigate through the early stages of your career and beyond. Our free online travel agent training is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this competitive industry. So, are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?

• What's in the Free Online LuxRally Travel Agent Training Curriculum? Our self-directed curriculum includes but is not limited to: ​ What is a Travel Agent? The LuxRally Mindset Tenets of Sales Quick-Quoting Fundamentals Evaluating Clients Problem Solving Steps of the Sale Closing Techniques How to Use Travel Leaders Select Hotel Benefits Programs Flights and Airlines Hotel Brands Primer Introduction to All-Inclusive Resorts Introduction to Wholesalers How to Use Wholesaler Portals Cruising Primer How to Use Cruise Portals Ancillary Services LuxRally Concierge Services Travel Insurance Accounting and Finance Group Contracts and Tools Booking Groups at All-Inclusive Resorts Booking Groups on Cruises Marketing Basics Fraud and Scam Detection How to Use Our Knowledge Base The curriculum ends with a concluding assessment. Once the self-guided portion of your training is completed your will begin preparing for your practical exam, a hands-on assesment of your sales skills and knowledge. Opportunities for continued learning are offered post-graduation. Thorough GDS training is provided upon request.
• How much does LuxRally Travel's Agent Training cost? Zero. Free. No hidden fees, no catch.
• Do I need experience to become a luxury travel advisor with LuxRally Travel? No, we do not hire prior travel agents. Our methods and philosophies are often opposite to that of traditional travel agencies. For example, we do not believe in charging service fees, and this is something experienced agents cannot wrap their heads around. Additionally, while we enjoy free travel occasionally, we do not believe in FAM culture. FAMs are free group trips for travel agents and often create a conflict of interest between the agents and their clients. Traditional travel agents may send people to a location in exchange for a FAM trip. We find this practice repulsive. The average travel agent makes $46,000 a year; LuxRally Travel agents are trained to make multiples of that. The LuxRally system is best for beginners as it takes more energy for us to fix existing agents than to make new ones.
• Who is a good fit for the LuxRally Travel team? We want general hustlers here to make money and who know how to sell. We want you if you have no sales experience but can prove to us that you are a natural-born hustler. Those with prior sales experience, mortgage brokers, car dealers, jewelers, IT salespeople, concierges, hotel sales managers, medical, pharma, top producing real estate agents, timeshare salespeople, etc., tend to be better at not only understanding the value of their networks but also understand how to advocate for their clients when interacting with vendors. We also look for individuals with large networks that deal primarily with the upper middle class and wealthy and those with a passion for all things travel, especially luxury travel and luxury dining.
• How long does LuxRally's travel agent training take? The training can be broken down into three portions: A Self-Guided Course on Teachable: 50-70 hours (varies by the speed of the individual). This should take you 2-4 weeks. A Launch Meeting on Microsoft Teams: 1-2 hours (scheduled weekly) You Will Have a One Week Period to Prepare for Your Practical Exam A Practical Exam / Final Assessment on Microsoft Teams: 3-4 hours (scheduled weekly) You have four weeks to complete the Teachable portion of your training. If you do not complete the training within four weeks of your enrollment (note: enrollment occurs after your contract is signed/counter-signed), you will be removed from the program. You have three attempts to pass your practical exam. If you fail on your first attempt, you may retake it the following week. You can expect to become an agent within 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you complete the teachable and whether you pass your final assessment on the first attempt.
• Do I need anything specific to become a travel agent? From a practical standpoint, you will need a solid computer (preferably with multiple screens), a smartphone, and a current job that allows you to interrupt your day to handle issues for traveling clients. This is a 24/7/365 career. While you will not be working all of the time, clients need to be able to reach you if they experience an emergency while on a trip.
• What is the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor? There is no real difference; however, travel advisor is often the preferred term for those in the luxury sector.
• Do I need to get my own leads? The short answer is that you will be responsible for getting your own leads and must cultivate a stable source of clients to earn six or seven figures as a Luxury Travel Agent. That being said, we have just launched our FastTrack program. FastTrack gamifies our leads program through a unique credit system, rewarding successful deals with additional credits and providing opportunities to earn more through various tasks. Credits are redeemed for leads. If an agent runs out of credits (because they did not close any leads), they can earn credits through various tasks or wait for their quarterly replenishment. Credits cannot be bought by agents. The Credits system is created to ensure agents with solid close rates work the leads and that agents with low closing rates do not take large quantities of leads. Participating in FastTrack is currently invite only. The program has completed it's pilot and has begun rolling out to other agents as of May 6th, 2024. We are expanding the program to make it accessible to all agents. Agents who score high on their final exam are more likely to be invited into the FastTrack program.
• Do I need to make my own travel brand to be successful? No, it is not a requirement for success. You can use the LuxRally Travel brand to market yourself as an agent. After graduation from our training program and completion of our orientation, you will receive the following: An @LuxRallyTravel.com Email A Landing Page (Agent Profile) on Our Website Access to Branded Templates for Business Cards, Flyers, and Other Promotional Materials Additionally, once you are officially a LuxRally Travel Agent, you will have access to our marketing team to help you create promotional branded materials. Sponsoring an event and need signage? Need help with a social media post? Our team has your back. Now, creating a brand might make sense if you plan on getting leads through SEO or paid ads that require landing pages. However, for most people, creating an independent travel brand is not necessary. Your name will be the brand you will want to focus on. When someone thinks about you i.e., "David Eisen", you want them to automatically think about travel. After completing our training, if you are still determining which path is right for you, we suggest scheduling a one-on-one session with our CMO to evaluate what would be most beneficial to growing a healthy client base. Some agents use social media and personal networks, while others use branded websites and more traditional marketing tactics. It all depends on your situation, networks and background. A simple example would be if your background is in digital marketing. If you have experience in SEO, we would never discourage you from having your own site. We don't make money until you do, so we always provide feedback based on what we think will be practical for ramping up your business. Whatever you choose to do, know that we support both approaches and will provide candid feedback after learning more about your goals.
• What can I earn commission on? Hotel Stays (including groups) Cruises Flights (select flights, not all flights pay commission, you will learn about this in our agent training) Tours Car Service Travel Insurance Rental Cars Private Villas Private Jets Luxury Trains
• How do I get Paid? We offer a commission split based on your received commissions from your client's bookings. It is one of the best commission splits in the industry, starting at 80%/20% in your favor, meaning you keep 80% of what you make. After your first $100,000 in commissions, your split increases to 90%/10%, meaning you keep 90% of what you make. The commission resets each year back to 80%. The most productive LuxRally travel advisors earn multiples of the average travel agent.
• Will I be a fully licensed travel agent after completing the LuxRally Travel Agent Training Program? Yes, after completing our training and orientation, you will be fully licensed under our host agency with all IATA and Seller of Travel licenses required.
• What is the LuxRally Travel Agent Portal? Our comprehensive portal is the one-stop shop for creating clients, making bookings, overseeing your accounting, and more. Instead of getting lost across dozens of systems, our agent portal centralizes all the essential tools you need to be a successful travel agent. These Features include: A Dashboard with Key Statistics About Your Performance, Top Clients, and Top Vendors A Booking Dashboard Where You Can Quickly Make Bookings Directly in the Portal (Launching Q3 2024) Quick Invoicing to Efficiently Complete All Accounting Work Associated With Your Booking Agent Analytics to Take a Deeper Dive Into Your Performance Over Time A CRM to Manage All of Your Client Information in One Place An Accounting Portal to Manage Invoices, Match and Track Commissions, and begin Collections From Vendors For Unpaid Commissions Direct Access to the LuxRally Travel Knowledge Base to Quickly Find Educational Resources Access to a Leads Program to Claim Leads and Track Your Performance (Launching in April 2024) Direct Access to Our "Schedule a 1:1" Feature to Easily Get in Touch With LuxRally Travel Staff When Your Need In-Depth Support in Sales or Marketing Our portal has been designed to minimize the administrative workload on our agents. It is developed in house meaning we make adjustments quickly based on agent feedback.
• What happens after training is over? After training, you become a fully licensed travel agent, ready to sell. We provide access to a superabundance of resources to ensure that all new agents feel welcomed and confident. ​ The LuxRally Group Chat: Our group chat is a go-to for most agents seeking hotel recommendations, assistance with booking tools and third parties, advice on utilizing benefits programs, and general guidance for anything that may come up. LuxRally Agents sign agreements stating they cannot poach each other's clients, allowing our agents to confidently ask for assistance without fear of giving up a promising lead. ​ Continued Mentorship: One-on-One sessions with members from our sales and marketing teams available to our agents. Whether you need a refresher on using a booking tool or lead generation advice, you will have access to a solid mentor. ​ Bi-Weekly Ask Me Anything (AMA) Sessions with David Eisen: David Eisen is not only the founder of LuxRally Travel but is believed to be the highest-grossing single travel agent in the world. Our agents can casually ask David anything travel related on bi-weekly video calls. Bi-Weekly Marketing Round Tables with Courtney Eisen: Courtney Eisen has an extensive marketing background and highlights destinations to focus on, marketing best practices and open format Q&A opportunities. Office Hours With Top Closers: Our top performing agents have open office hour sessions where you can join, ask questions and learn from other agents about specific strategies to better serve clients and increase earnings. ​ Weekly Vendor Chats: Each week, a vendor is invited to a companywide weekly video conference to present educational materials and lead a Q&A. From General Managers of Forbes Five-Star hotels to Mega Yacht experts, our agents have access to continued education directly from industry professionals.
• What if I fail? Follow our training, and, likely, you won't. However, in the rare case you do, you will owe us nothing unless you leave to join another agency. Before parting ways, we will remove you from our website, group chats, and other internal resources. While a tiny percentage of our agents who complete training drop out of the program, we understand that selling travel is not for everyone.
• Why should I choose LuxRally Travel as my host agency? We can confidently say we offer more to our agents than any other host agency with the following: Free, Comprehensive Travel Agent Training We Cover Licensing and Errors and Omissions Insurance for Our Agents We Do Not Charge Our Agents Any Subscription or Membership Fees to be a Part of Our Host Agency Weekly Group Classes One-on-One Sessions Available to All Agents, Even After Training, With Sales and Marketing Teams Competitive Commission Splits (80%/20% vs. 70%/30%), Meaning You Make More Money The Most Advanced Agent Portal on the Market Mentorship From the Highest-grossing Travel Agent in the World Modern Best Practices That Generate Revenue and Maximize Client Satisfaction A Culture of Camaraderie An In-House Team Negotiating Deals for our Agency Directly With Vendors A Comprehensive Knowledge Base Annual Sales Symposiums for In-Person Training and Networking Most importantly, we only make money once you do. We are vested in your success and will do everything possible to give you the best shot in this industry. These are just a few reasons why starting your career as a travel agent with LuxRally Travel is the best move. Lastly, we do not hire people who are already agents, so you will miss out if you ramp up with another host. Our methods are directly opposed to the fee-saturated "best practices" of archaic host agencies, and we've found it takes an immense amount of energy to break the bad habits of existing agents.
• What are the requirements to remain an agent with LuxRally Travel? To maintain your status as an agent with LuxRally Travel, you must meet the following requirements throughout the duration of your time with us: Email Communication: Agents must regularly log into their LuxRally Travel email address. If they have not logged in within 30 days or use an alternate email address for communications, this could affect their standing. Sales Performance: Agents must make at least one sale every 90 days. This can be any sale as long as it is not personal travel (booked by the agent for their own travel). Availability: It's important that agents have ample availability for clients. Limited availability may impact their ability to serve clients effectively. Equipment: Agents need access to a reliable computer to run their travel business. Without this, they may struggle to manage their work efficiently. Community Participation: Being part of the official LuxRally Travel Agent Facebook chat(s) or group(s) is a requirement. This helps agents stay connected and updated with the latest information. These are private channels for agency-related information and support. Revenue Generation: Our agents must sell $30,000 in revenue per year. That would equate to $3,000 a year in commission (an incredibly low number). If you go through our training and cannot hit this small milestone, this is likely not the right career path for you. By meeting these requirements, agents can ensure they maintain their status with LuxRally Travel. Agents who do not meet these requirements are cut from our agency. If you have additional questions regarding this list of requirements, we encourage you to ask them during your interview after applying to our program.
• What are the next steps? Go ahead and apply to join our team. You will be asked to schedule an interview or denied from our program within 24-48 hours.

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Got a suspended driver's license? Ohio moves to make it easier to get it back

The ohio poverty law center estimates more than 1 million ohio drivers had suspended licenses from 2016 to 2020, which is one out of every eight licensed drivers across the state.

• The bill would limit suspensions only to convictions that are related to dangerous driving.

The bill is opposed by county prosecutors but supported by the ACLU of Ohio, Americans for Prosperity and several other groups.

The Ohio Senate voted 31-0 on Wednesday for a bill that would help drivers get their suspended licenses restored more quickly and cut back on the ways Ohioans could lose their licenses in the first place.

Currently, Ohio drivers can lose their licenses for more than 30 reasons, many of which are not related to dangerous driving . Reinstatement fees can ramp up quickly, starting at $15 and maxing out at $650.

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles doesn't keep statistics on the total number of current suspensions but on average there are 257,500 suspensions imposed each year.

The Ohio Poverty Law Center estimates more than 1 million drivers had suspended licenses from 2016 to 2020, which is one out of every eight licensed drivers across the state. Roughly 60% of the suspensions stemmed from debt-related or other issues not related to dangerous driving, the center said.

A person’s ability to pay a fine or a fee should not determine whether they are free to drive, supporters of the bill say.

Senate Bill 37 , which still needs to clear the Ohio House, would:

• Limit suspensions only to convictions that are related to dangerous driving.
• Eliminate authority to revoke, suspend or renew a license for failure to pay court fines and fees.
• Wipe out old suspensions from the discontinued program that randomly selected drivers to provide proof of insurance.
• Shorten the window in which driving without insurance offenses can be considered repeat offenses from five years to one year.
• Increase the opportunities that Ohioans can ask for driving privileges if their licenses were suspended for failure to pay child support.
• Eliminate school truancy as a reason for license denial or suspension.
• Removes licenses suspensions for drug offenses unrelated to driving.

The bill co-sponsors, Sens. Bill Blessing, R-Colerain Twp., and Catherine Ingram, D-Cincinnati, said the legislation doesn't accomplish all the reforms they want but it does remove some barriers.

The Key Points at the top of this article were created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and reviewed by a journalist before publication. No other parts of the article were generated using AI. Learn more .

Ohio welcomed 238 million visitors in 2023, a new record

• Updated: May. 22, 2024, 2:23 p.m. |
• Published: May. 22, 2024, 2:06 p.m.

Cleveland's Blazing Paddles Paddlefest, running June 21-22, is featured in TourismOhio's 2024 Ohio Summer Events Guide. David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com

• Susan Glaser, cleveland.com

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio welcomed 238 million visitors in 2023, a 2% increase over the year before and a new record.

Those visitors spent a record $56 billion while exploring the state, according to the Ohio Department of Development. Of those 238 million visitors, 48 million stayed overnight -- and 84% of them said they are likely to visit Ohio again in the next 12 months, the agency said.

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