Qantas, American Airlines and a collection of top USA tourism partners have joined forces to offer Australian and New Zealand travel agents an exclusive opportunity to earn a spot on an unforgettable self-guided or self-driven FAM trip across the USA.
An opportunity to experience the USA firsthand
This exciting incentive, in partnership with Brand USA, will reward the top-selling agents with one of 15 coveted spots across five unique destinations, providing an immersive experience that will enhance their USA selling expertise.
“This year, we’re excited to present this amazing collaboration between our valued destination partners, American Airlines, Qantas, and Brand USA,” said Corey Marshall, director of Canuckiwi.
“With just 15 exclusive spots available, this is an incredible opportunity for Australian and New Zealand travel agents to demonstrate their expertise, sell the USA, and experience these remarkable destinations firsthand.”
How to earn a place on the FAM
Agents can accumulate points through sales of American Airlines and Qantas flights, land packages and Brand USA Discovery Program training.
- 1 point for every round-trip return airfare booked to the USA with American Airlines or Qantas
- 1 additional point for every PNR that includes Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Washington, DC, Dallas Fort Worth or Anchorage
- 1 additional point for every land package (hotels, tours, sightseeing) booked in a participating destination
- 1 additional point for completing a Brand USA Discovery Program badge featuring a participating destination (agents must hold silver status or above)
Selling period and deadlines
Australia incentive
- Selling period: 17 February – 12 May 2025
- Registration deadline: 1 May 2025
New Zealand incentive
- Selling period: 3 July – 12 September 2025
- Registration deadline: 1 September 2025
Registrations will close after these dates, but agents can continue earning points until the selling period ends. Tracking sheets will be provided to all participating agents to monitor points and sales, with full incentive details sent via email upon registration.
What’s included in the FAM package?
- Round-trip economy class airfare with American Airlines or Qantas from Sydney or Auckland to either Anchorage (ANC), Dallas Fort Worth (DFW), Las Vegas (LAS) / Reno-Tahoe (RNO), Salt Lake City (SLC) or Washington, DC (DCA)
- A 5–6 night self-guided or self-drive inclusive land FAM package
- Accommodation, rental car (if required), activities and some meals
- Each FAM will include three travel agents, with 15 spots available across five destinations
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity
This is a rare chance to explore the USA while boosting your sales and product knowledge. Start earning points today and secure your place on an unforgettable FAM trip.
