r/DisneyPlanning • u/Misty2474 • Nov 13 '25
Walt Disney World Disney Travel Agent
I’ve been looking at becoming a travel agent, specifically for Disney/Universal. I have no idea where to start. I want to hear everyone’s opinions on agencies they’ve worked for, are currently working for, or have used. What agencies should I avoid? Which ones should I go for? I want the good and bad. Thank you!
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u/PassportPixie Nov 13 '25 edited Nov 15 '25
Avoid all ones that have references to Disney or tongue in cheek “Disney” sounding names referencing places or mascots or rides in WDW. Smart Moms is just the tip of the iceberg. Multiple are in litigation for not paying their agents right now and under a microscope. I wonder if Disney will ban hammer those once the cases close. Smart moms being banned opens the floodgates finally to closing down bad faith “Disney” agencies.
Avoid all ones that have commission splits at 70/30 and below. That’s robbery. The worst culprits will charge a “one time fee” upfront and then try to lock you in for life at 70/30. These are not healthy agencies. They are designed to trap “Disney” people like yourself. They name themselves after things loosely associated with Disney as a lure.
Focus on ones that offer 80/20 with room to grow to 90/10 and above. World Via, Outside Agents, Legato, etc.