The Journal
Strategy & thoughts from a TA-turned-designer on websites, fees, and the business foundations for independent travel advisors.
How Travel Advisors Get Found on Google (Without Competing With Expedia)
Almost everything written about SEO for travel websites is written for booking platforms. Here's what actually works for independent Travel Advisors, and where to start, especially if you’re using Squarespace.
Five Reasons Your Travel Client Talked Herself Out of Contacting You
If clients land on your travel advisor site and leave without reaching out, it's almost never about design. It's the questions your copy didn't answer.
How to Choose a Website Platform as a Travel Advisor (Without Losing Your Mind)
A real comparison of every website option a travel advisor is likely to run into, from travel-specific platforms like Travefy and Truevail to general builders like Squarespace, Showit, and WordPress, plus the quick-fix options like Canva and Carrd. We'll cover what each one actually costs (USD and approximate CAD), what you own versus what you're renting, SEO, ease of use, and how to figure out what makes sense for where you are right now.
Do Travel Advisors Need a Website? Probably, Yes.
For the advisor who's been putting off the website decision, or who isn't sure the investment is worth it when referrals and social media are already working. We'll cover what a website actually does that Instagram can't, what your potential clients are doing before they ever talk to you, and the different ways to get started without losing your mind.
Blogging on Squarespace: What You Need to Know Before You Start
Adding a blog to your Squarespace site isn’t about pumping out content or chasing what’s hot. It’s about creating a purposeful space that works for your business; attracting aligned clients, building trust before the first call, and showing how you actually think about your work.
Squarespace Discount Codes & Ways to Save on Your Website in 2026
Save money on your Squarespace website billing plan including email marketing, courses, digital products, scheduling and more with the latest Squarespace discounts. As always, use code BIRCH10 at checkout to save 10% on your Squarespace website billing!
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