She's one of several people using their experience as travel creators to build lucrative businesses; some are becoming certified travel agents like her while others are organizing group trips. Certifications and commissions galoreWhen Cooper first explored the idea of becoming a travel agent in 2018, she was overwhelmed by the process. That's why travel creators don't have to have a lot of followers in order to be successful in this profession. A 'boom' in travel creators becoming agents could be the futureToday, Cooper mentors a few travel creators herself who are interested in getting their agent certifications. However, she thinks it will be a popular side hustle for travel creators since she said brand deals — the main way many influencers earn money — are often an inconsistent source of income.

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