Jose Cruz Rivera

Snow & Sand Vacations

Chicago, Illinois

Selling Travel Since 2025

Travel should feel effortless, especially the first time. With firsthand experience across dozens of countries, I specialize in designing seamless, personalized vacations that get it right from the start. I believe travel is an investment of both time and emotion, and my role is to manage every detail so clients can focus fully on discovery, joy, and lasting memories. From peaceful ski retreats for beginner and leisure skiers to restorative beach escapes for busy travelers, each journey I create is thoughtfully crafted to feel flawless, unhurried, and deeply rewarding.

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IATA | CLIA Membership

PTN IATAN code: 45769253

PTN CLIA number: 00032299

When you enroll with suppliers, you must use PTN’s codes to receive a commission from us. Want to sign up for your own CLIA or IATA numbers for exclusive travel benefits? See below.

Get your own IATA/IATAN ID Card:

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The IATA/IATAN ID Card is the industry-standard credential to identify bona fide travel professionals. Key benefits include access to concessionary incentives from industry suppliers. The IATA MemberPerks program provides cardholders with daily savings at over 300,000 merchants across North America.

To be eligible, you must register with IATAN under PTN’s IATA number 45769253, work a minimum of 20 hours per week, and earn a minimum of $5,000 per annum in commissions. You’ll need to send PTN a support ticket asking for approval. Once approved, we will send you a PRIN # to allow you to register with IATAN and ask for an ID card.

Get your own CLIA EMBARK ID:

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The official credential of the global cruise industry. The CLIA Enrolled Member Benefit And Recognition Credential (EMBARC ID) provides instant industry recognition and access to CLIA member benefits. 

To be eligible, you must register under PTN’s CLIA number 00032299, work a minimum of 20 hours per week and earn a minimum of $5,000 per annum in cruise booking commissions. Submit a support ticket to PTN for approval. Once approved, you can register on the CLIA website.

Please select the option that best describes you for more information.