Before Applying - Travel Sales Consultant Railbookers Group Employee Review

2.0
Jun 13, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

WFH, Equipment sent to you

Cons

Training is a crammed 6 week session that you learn absolutely nothing for what is actually needed to "being on the floor", Comm is you have to sell 260k just to get an extra (pre taxed) 1,500 on your check, Calls are inquiries but you also have to answer Customer Service calls and fix itinerary your colleagues have done with no financial credit, Cold Calling, You are told that people chose a certain package but really everything you do is custom and you will spend 20 mins on a package for them to call back and someone else gets the sale, People steal each other sales with frivolous rules, managers are spread thin so you will be on hold with someone just because you are waiting for help, the job is you finding the answer in the many resources you have, If you don't know the answer the Travel Agents will eat you alive, people burn out and either leave or find a job elsewhere in the company. If you want to have anxiety and worry that you didn't follow every single rule to the T and take personal record of your own quotes, packages etc (there is no method to keep track of personal sales) then you can handle this job.

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Railbookers Group Response
3y
Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns and feedback. With our company employing more than 250 staff in five countries and 33 US states, our Account Executive role is a highly competitive position that has the potential for unlimited earnings based on success and productivity. Beyond our comprehensive six-week paid training program, our account executives receive continuous feedback and training to maximize their success in the company. We have a well-structured support system in place for our account executives and frequently use “ride-alongs” and other techniques to ensure live training and coaching while on the phones. We do not cold call – all our outbound calls are from customers or travel advisors who have requested a quote or information prior. Considering our important relationship with travel agents, we want to ensure that they can meet their clients’ needs effectively and easily with our fully customizable and unique rail vacation packages. When our staff come to us seeking additional assistance or training, we have ample resources available to educate and assist them as they work towards improvement. I encourage you to reach out to me or anyone in our HR Department at 949-876-6747 or HR@railbookers.com to learn more and continue the dialogue, as we are committed to your success with the company and strive for a positive workplace culture with all of our employees. Thank you, Ja’Net McGhee- Employee Engagement Manager

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1.0
Feb 20, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Remote. Hourly + Commission. Health Benefits.

Cons

High performance metrics were not the primary factor in employment decisions. Leadership communication was inconsistent and lacked transparency. Policies prioritizing customer satisfaction leaves you feeling undervalued and used. Rapid operational changes occasionally impacted team stability. Goals and priorities were sometimes ambiguous and would change suddenly without explanation. Organizational changes created confusion and conflict to the work culture. Inconsistent enforcement of policies and standards. Constant increase to work load with no additional scheduled time to complete new assigned tasks. Management is mostly comprised of individuals who failed as successful Account Executives but got moved up to management. They impose unrealistic expectations that they themselves couldn't keep. You aren't just selling Rail Vacations you are teaching customers about how train travel works on the phone, this leads to very long phone calls and over time. Website pricing is misleading which leads to a lot of mad customers calling in taking it out of the people that answer the phones. Mandatory weekends, and monthly changes to schedule with only 2 weeks notice which leads to a bad work/life balance.

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Railbookers Group Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not reflect the culture we strive to maintain. Our top priority is providing respectful, professional service to every guest we speak with, and we hold our team to clear expectations in how they represent our organization on the phone and in all interactions. When concerns are raised about behavior that does not align with those standards, we review them carefully and take appropriate action. Our decisions are always guided by our commitment to our guests and to maintaining a positive, respectful environment for both customers and employees. We remain dedicated to delivering a high level of service and appreciate feedback that helps us continue to improve. Thank you! Jesse Avalo Senior Sales Manager
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