The Travel Acedemy Curt Armstrong The Travel Academy Lied, were Very diseatful, Backstabbers, Not helpful, FAKE, LIERS. DO no attend the Travel Academy unless you want your money stolen, lost or never seen. I am in the Military and we Eagan, Minnesota

 I recently graduated from the Travel Academy and based on your description I am not sure we attended the same school. My experience with the Travel Academy was a positive one and while I didn't agree with all their policies that is not for me to decide. I knew the policy when I started there so my only job was to work hard and follow the rules. We had 96 students in my class so there was drama but I never observed the school playing favorites or being unfair. If anything they went out of their way to make sure they got both sides of the story before making decisions or handing out consequences. What I observed was instructors and staff who genuinely cared for their students and wanted nothing more than to see them succeed. We didn't lose any students during my time there and over 90% of them had new careers and several job offers before they even graduated! My time at the Academy changed me for the better both in the knowledge I gained and the friendships I made. You get out of it what you put in to it. The school provides ample opportunities for its students but its up to use to take them. They even held a graduation ceremony for us in which our family and friends could attend! Complete with cake and a beautiful certificate. Not many trade schools do that. When it was all over all I saw were tears from the instructors, staff and students that it had come to an end. None of us wanted or were ready to leave! I am still in contact with my former classmates and instructors and we talk almost daily. My former teachers are currently preparing for the new class of 144 students coming in in January and that's in between the 120 hour refresher course that starts next week. That speaks volumes too me. This was one of the best and most rewarding experiences of my life. I am truly sorry your experience was less than that but I would have to ask you this, "Did you do all you could do to get the most out of it?". No school is perfect but this one came pretty close to it in my eyes. On an ending note Compass Airlines wasn't one of the airlines that came to the school while I was there. In fact they weren't even mentioned. The only thing I saw the staff or Curt pushing was giving the companies who offered us positions a timely answer. That's not self interest that is called being courteous.

We apologize that you were not satisfied with your experience at The Travel Academy. Student satisfaction is a top priority, and we pride ourselves on consistently delivering the best travel career training and placement services in the industry.

We offer housing as a service for our students- not as a money-making venture. Along with student satisfaction, student safety is a top priority. We take all conduct very seriously and have strict standards to ensure student safety and comfort. People who do not comply are removed from housing so that other students who do comply feel safe. It’s really that simple, and we take it very seriously.

We invite you to look at thetravelacademy.com/about-us/testimonials to hear all the positive things that graduates are saying about our program, as well as our A+ ranking from the Better Business Bureau at http://www.bbb.org/minnesota/business-reviews/travel-and-tourism-development-and-education/the-travel-academy-in-eagan-mn-23000999.

We hope this post serves to alleviate any concerns you have about The Travel Academy. If there is anything else we can do to help, please don’t hesitate to contact us by visiting this page: thetravelacademy.com/contact.

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I am a Fall 2012 Graduate of The Travel Academy, and I would recommend it to anyone.  I will say that I had a difficult time while I was there, but it wasn't with the staff, it was other students (only 3 or 4), but through all that drama, the staff was fair in their mediations, and kept me going instead of getting caught up and just throwing me out, or letting me quit.  That was my ONLY problem at this school.

It took me 4 months after graduation to get my job. I was turned down for several, and I also turned down a few that just didn't fit my salary requirements, where to live, etc.  There was a moment when I thought I had wasted my money on The Travel Academy, but I still kept on applying for jobs, and staying in touch with Jackie, who always had time to point me in the right direction.  Finally, just yesterday, I landed my dream job starting out at $30,000 a year, plus full benefits that I qualify for my first day of work.  This is more than I have ever expected in a career, and I wouldn't have landed this job, had it not been for the coursework and preparation I received at The Travel Academy.

I am sorry your experience wasn't as good as mine, but my advice to you is to keep on applying---these interviews are tough, but I know the Career Development training at The Travel Academy will get you through those tough interviews.  The best things in life take time.......just give it time and let The Travel Academy help you because they will...not matter how long it takes, your dream job will be yours before you know it!!!

I am 20 years old, and I am currently a student at the travel academy,I will be graduating next week. The travel academy has been a wonderful experience for me. The travel academy has polished me to be the best candidate for any job I desire in the travel industry. Not only have I gotten training in flight attendant safety, airport codes and FAA regulations, they provide additional information for working on cruise lines and being an travel agent. To say that this school is a ripoff is like saying all schools is an ripoff. Why deny something you have not experience for yourself nor tried to gain more knowledge on. Without the travel academy I wouldn't have been prepare for any interview. The teachers, teaches you the in's and out's, how to dress,questions to ask after interviews, how to make an correct resume and cover letter. I now have a job at go jet airlines thanks to the travel academy and will be starting my training for them in the next 4 weeks. Not only did the travel academy teach me the things to get a job they prepared me to have a better future, made me more confident in myself, before this I was attendant an University College where I personally don't think I would have had an career afterwards. The teachers work with every individual as much as need and you will only have a bad experience with this school if u failed to apply your self. What You put in is what you get. Besides the travel academy being very supportive and helpful they will send out recommendations for you that actually try the best to either have you interviewed with serval jobs or graduating with one. No you do not need to go to the travel academy but if you want to have unlimited jobs offerings,professional training, fully prepared for them flight attendant schools that you are required to take prior to being an flight attendant , then the travel academy is your best bet. Iv gain so much knowledge in this last 10 weeks then I have been in college for the past 2 years. I dont see how someone can past up a great opportunity. They provide housing where you don't have to pay for no utilities take you on weekly shopping for groceries and have transportation to take you to and from school. If thats a ripoff then I dont want my money back. I have gotten really attached to my roommates and my teachers even the staff in the office. This school is very much need for those individuals like me that don't want to keep attending a for four year college and want to get their careers started now. If you don't think your education nor future is worth the cost the just work at Mc Donalds or some other retail/ fast food restaurant for the rest of your life because it's obvious you don't want to expand nor succeed in life.

The Travel Academy has made many changes I'm sure, since you attended there. I am about to graduate next Friday on the 24th of august. This school is 100% legit, it is not a scam. YES there are a few things that could change, but that is with every growing company. They have moved buildings and apartments. For my 2 1/2 month course, i only paid $100 a week for rent for a very nice, comfortable, 2 bedroom apartment. The school does NOT lie to you or cheat you, although some people do have their own opinions, I just don't want others to get the wrong impression about this school. I am in a class of 35 students, and the class that is starting in September is going to be well over 50 students. It's a fact that The Travel Academy is growing and rapidly. They have wonderful teachers who help you along the way. Yes the school can be tough but that's because they want you to be there for the right reasons and to be serious about being there. You cannot choose this school just because its short term. Shorter school does not mean easier. We have lost 2 students this class course, but only because they did break the rules. Yes the rules are strict, but they are that way for a good reason. As a Travel Academy student, when you apply for certain jobs, you get moved to the top of the list . This is what happens with Norwegian Cruise Line. I applied for them just last week, and yesterday was my interview with them. I am now a new shipboard employee of The Pride Of America ship based in Hawaii.  I could not have gotten this job, or been prepared for the interview without the help of this school. I have heard both good and bad about TTA, but over all, they know what they are doing, BUT they are willing to take criticism and if something can change for the good of the school they are willing to try.

As of June 8th 2012, I am a graduate of The Travel Academy. I would advise anyone to attend the school. I was hired by an airline on June 12th. The school focuses on teaching you all the ins and outs of how to become an outstanding flight attendant. They cover all different subjects from FAR's to how to stand out in the crowd. The instructors work with you step by step to make sure you are successful. They have worked in the industry and they know what they are talking about.

The staff and instructors stand next to you every step of the way. They are amazing people and want you to be the best that you can be. They also cover the Cruise Industry and how to become a Travel Agent. I would recommend taking the 300 hour course because there is so much more material to cover. Before coming here I had no direction, and now I can say, I did the best thing I could have done with my life. I am in an industry that I have always loved, and I am around people that are positive and want the best for me.

Take the next step and sign up, worth every penny. If money is an issue, they offer payment plans and finical aid. Trust me on this one, the knowledge that you will gain will last you a life time. They will also work with you until you are hired. If your out of state, they offer housing, great location and nice apartments. I can't stress this enough, the staff, the instructors, the placement director, are the greatest people I have come across in my life, I have gained a world of knowledge by attending the school, I now know what I am capable of doing and I will be successful at any job I hold.