What qualifications do I need to attend a Los Cabos Expert Field Trip?	You must be a full-time travel agent who has completed the Los Cabos Expert Study Course and a holder of a valid CLIA/IATAN card. You should also be mentally and physically prepared to participate in a working fam. Please note that all itineraries are developed to make the most of the short duration of each trip. Agents should be in good physical condition to keep up with the scheduled events. If you have a physical condition that may keep you from doing so, please contact our office to inquire as to the rigor of the trip in which you plan to participate. Please also keep in mind the climatic conditions (i.e. humidity, season, temperatures).
How much does my trip cost?	Special Deal: Click HereThe registration fee is $99 (airfare is not included). This fee includes processing of your fam enrollment, 3 nights accommodations - 5-Star (single occupancy), scheduled meals, transfers, site inspections and specialized tours. Note: You will also be asked to contribute money for tipping (see below).
Who handles my air travel reservations?	This is done BY YOU, via any carrier of your choosing. Each carrier has its own policies, restrictions, black-outs, and rules. We suggest you FIRST investigate which carrier works best from your departure city. Then contact the carrier regarding availability and book your air space.
What other costs am I responsible for?	First, you will be responsible for your own air travel arrangements. Second, you will be responsible for any transfers, ground transportation, and meals not covered on your itinerary (including any necessary overnight accommodations and meals prior to and/or after your inspection trip due to connection schedules from/to your city of origin). Third, any incidental charges (mini-bar consumption, telephone calls, purchases, etc.) will be your responsibility.
How are tips handled?	You'll be asked to contribute $30 US toward payment of all meal tips and guide/driver trip tips. This will be collected at your first organized event by our escort or destination host.
How do I enroll?	First, select a trip and date from our Calendar (link below). Second, contact your preferred airline and reserve space in accordance with your Airline's Reservations Procedures information. Note: Carriers require a valid IATAN card which must be presented upon check-in. Third, complete your Enrollment (link below) which requires registration fee payment (MC/Visa/Amex) and your airline reservation details. (Please do not attempt enrollment without airline reservations details, as the enrollment will not go through.) Finally, send a copy of your valid CLIA/IATAN card to Los Cabos Expert's trip administrator, Destination Ventures Ltd., 30 SW Taft, Bend, OR 97702 or fax to 541-385-4908. (Trip operation is subject to reaching a required minimum of agents per trip.)
May I extend my trip or arrive early?	Your selected airline will determine if pre and post trips are allowed. These arrangements must be coordinated by you personally.
What will the trip itinerary be?	Each trip is customized to maximize your valuable time. Typically, your trip will include numerous property inspections, orientation sightseeing tours, and dining at varied locations. Free time will be somewhat limited due to the short duration of each trip. "Day 1" of your trip is mostly a travel day, and the first group event will normally be scheduled for that evening. The last day of the trip will usually include a breakfast, but is mostly used for leisure and/or travel time depending on individual flight schedules.
How large will my group be?	Group size will be no more that 20 agents per trip. (Trip operation is subject to reaching a required minimum of agents per trip.)
Is the $99 fee refundable?	Unfortunately, no. In the event that you must cancel your participation, we will do everything possible to reassign you to a later inspection trip providing space is available. An additional fee of $50 applies if you are rescheduled.
May I take my spouse or others along?	These trips are limited to qualified, full-time travel agents who are graduates of the Los Cabos Expert Program.
Who is administering the program?	Like the Los Cabos Expert Study Course, the Field Trip Program is administered and coordinated by Destination Ventures, Ltd. Based in Bend, Oregon, we are working in cooperation with the Los Cabos Convention & Visitors Bureau. Destination Ventures will send Itinerary details via email approximately one week prior to your date of travel. Fam documents will be received at the first group meeting.

 

DATES* (3 nights)	Itinerary	STATUS	HOST HOTEL*
Oct. 24-27	Click for pdf	Space Available	Sheraton Hacienda del Mar
Nov. 7-10	Click for pdf	Space Available	Barceló Los Cabos Palace

*subject to change

Registration: Open to holders of a valid CLIA/IATAN card who are Los Cabos Expert Study Course Graduates.

Registrants must be 2008-10 Los Cabos Expert Study Course graduates to register ($99 fee payment (MC/Visa/Amex) and airline reservation information required). NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE YOUR AIRLINE RESERVATION, PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ENROLL.

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