Navigating the Messy World of Employee Versus Independent Contractor Relationships We appear at long last to be on the verge of a renaissance in travel. Pent-up demand is strong. In fits-and-starts, the government and industry are moving toward workable ways to assure that travelers can be safe while going places. In the ramp-up toward “normal,” whatever that may mean long-term, individual travel advisors may be looking, more than usual, for new “homes” from which to re-engage and travel advisor businesses, will be looking for experienced advisors with, ideally, movable clients. The consortia, franchisors, and host agencies will be seeking new affiliates.