Apprentice Cruise Travel Consultant
Forget lectures! Iglu.com offers a 16-month elite Service-to-Sales training program where your “office” is the world. Become the next Iglu cruise experts who don’t just book holidays; we build dreams.
The Philosophy
We believe the industry’s best Sales Consultants aren't born; they are built on a foundation of world-class service. To sell a dream, you must first understand how to deliver it. Our 16-month program transitions you from a travel enthusiast to a high-performing expert by immersing you in the customer journey from start to finish.
Why Join Us?
Earn While You Learn: A structured path to a nationally recognised qualification.
Mentorship: Be supported by industry veterans who have navigated every ocean.
Career Longevity: We aren't just hiring an apprentice; we are training our future top-tier Sales Consultants.
Phase 1: The Service Foundation (Months 1–9)
Before you sell the cruise, you must master the voyage. You will start in our Customer Service Department, learning the intricate mechanics of the travel industry. By supporting our guests after they’ve booked, you will gain an unfiltered look at what makes or breaks a great holiday.
Global Geography & Port Expertise: Become a walking atlas, mastering worldwide cruise ports to provide authentic, expert advice.
The "Cost of Error" Mindset: Learn why detail matters—from visa requirements and medical protocols to the financial impact of a booking mistake.
Industry Tech Mastery: Gain hands-on experience with Internal and external platforms.
Compliance & Trust: Navigate the legalities of travel (Package Travel Regs, GDPR) to ensure every guest is protected and every transaction is secure.
The Goal: To build the technical confidence and product knowledge required.
Phase 2: Sales Excellence (Months 10–16)
Turn your knowledge into earning potential.
Having mastered the "how" of travel, you will transition into our Sales Department. Here, you won't just take orders; you will act as a consultant, using your foundation of trust to build high-value experiences.
Consultative Selling: Move beyond scripts. Use your service background to match customers with the perfect cruise line,cabin type and itinerary, naturally identifying upsell opportunities that add genuine value.
Commercial Acumen: Master complex costings. You’ll learn the vital difference between turnover and profit, understanding how to maximise margins while staying competitive.
Relationship Management: Transition from "one-off" transactions to building a loyal client base through rapport, passion, and post-sale follow-up.
Closing with Confidence: Use your deep product belief to overcome objections and turn inquiries into confirmed adventures.
The Goal: To graduate as a Level 3 Travel Consultant with a proven track record of sales success and elite customer satisfaction.
Candidate Requirements (Course Requirements):
Aged 16 or over.
Ideally, 4 GCSEs at grade C / 4 or higher, including Maths and English.
Must not already hold a L3 Travel Consultant Qualification, Degree or higher level qualification in Travel & Tourism.
Working Hours:
9.00-5.30, Monday to Friday in our offices in Cosham.
- Department
- Apprenticeship Opportunities
- Locations
- Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Why join Iglu.com?
We might be online, but we're real people who want to make a real impact and work together to create the best experiences for our customers. We've grown a lot and have now created a diverse, flexible, rewarding environment that strives to let everyone be the best version of themselves.
Our social calendar and regular educational trips mean that it is not all hard work. The social committee also allow us to give back to some great causes and initiatives. Plenty of reasons to enjoy life at Iglu.com.
About Iglu.com
Iglu is the UK's largest independent specialist cruise and ski travel agency. We pride ourselves on providing expert advice on the widest range of holidays at competitive prices. Founded in 1998 in London, Iglu has grown from a small startup to one of the country’s leading digital travel agencies. Our mission is to help people achieve their travel dreams.
Iglu.com operates in the UK under the Iglu Cruise and Iglu Ski brands, as well as the Planet Cruise brand internationally. By offering more than 20,000 cruises and over 6 million ski holidays, no matter where you want to go or what you want to do, Iglu makes it easy and stress free with award-winning sales and customer support.
Recent Accolades:
Travel Weekly Agent Achievement Awards 2025
Winner: Cruise Agency of the Year (Large Agency)
Winner: Online/Call Centre Agency of the Year
Wave Awards 2025
Winner: Best Online Agent
Highly Commended: Best Specialist Cruise Agent
UK Cruise Awards 2026 (Carnival UK)
Winner: Outstanding Contribution (Princess Cruises)
Winner: Outstanding Contribution (Holland America Line)
Winner: Outstanding Contribution (Cunard)
Celebrity Cruises Travel Agent Appreciation Awards 2025
Winner: Above and Beyond Award