Technology that works for you
Booking, CRM and AI tools help you save time, stay organised and deliver a seamless service to your clients.
Build your business. Not the infrastructure behind it.
Starting your own business can feel like a leap into the unknown — but with the right franchise partner, it doesn't have to be. At Travel Counsellors, we've been empowering entrepreneurs since 1994, enabling over 2,000 individuals worldwide to thrive in their travel businesses. We offer a proven franchise model that's designed to set you up for success. You run your own franchise and build your own customer relationships, without having to create everything from scratch. From technology and buying power to payments, compliance and support, the infrastructure is already in place – so you can focus on growing a business you're proud to call your own.
The franchise model
Your customers. Your business. Our back office.
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Choose the pathway that's right for you
Whether you’re new to the travel industry or an experienced travel professional, we have a training programme - or pathway - that’s right for you. No matter your experience level, our courses are designed to help you succeed, with accessible entry costs and a cost-effective model - so you can start your business without breaking the bank.
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Build your own customer base
You'll develop your own customer relationships, build your reputation and grow your business on your terms. We provide the systems and training that helps you do it.
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Commit to building your business
Building your own franchise with Travel Counsellors is a full-time, self-employed opportunity. You'll need to be in the financial position to fund your initial training fee and to support yourself for the first year as you establish your business.
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Enjoy uncapped earning potential
You won’t be salaried as a Travel Counsellor, but you'll get to keep 60% of the profit on every booking you make. You'll set your own sales targets and have the freedom to be your own boss, with the opportunity to increase your earnings as your customer base and sales grow.
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Work from anywhere
Work from home, set up an office with other Travel Counsellors, or run a travel agency with staff - it’s up to you. You’ll also set your own working times, choosing the flexible hours that are right for you and your customers Whichever way you work, you'll have the tools and support to thrive.
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Connect with a global community
Become part of a network of over 2,200 Travel Counsellors and 450+ dedicated support staff, all committed to helping you succeed.
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Experience real job satisfation
With us, it's personal, with a culture of care at the heart of everything we do. 98% of our Travel Counsellors say, “I love what I do,” and we’re confident you’ll feel the same.
Built around your business
Everything you need, from day one.
You’ll have the technology, support and commercial strength you need from the start. It’s all designed to make the day-to-day simpler, so you can spend more time on your customers and growing your business.
Support that grows with you
From onboarding and mentoring to ongoing training and development, you'll have the support and guidance to strengthen your skills and grow with confidence.
The admin, taken care of
Invoicing, supplier payments, financial protection, and compliance are handled centrally, so you have more time to focus on your clients.
A community behind you
Connect with more than 2,200 fellow Travel Counsellors to share ideas, offer expertise and support one another.
Marketing that gets you noticed
Access ready-to-use content, campaigns, and expert guidance to help you attract new clients, stay connected with existing ones, and build your reputation.
Strength in scale
Benefit from our buying power, trusted supplier relationships and strong commercial partnerships, helping you offer your customers exceptional travel experiences every time.
A proven model for success
- 92% of Travel Counsellors succeed, compared with 20% of small business owners going it alone.
- 10,000 enquiries each year, with only 200 accepted onto the training programme
Your questions answered
Find out more about Travel Counsellors
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Will I be a travel agent, a tour operator, or a Travel Management Company?
The simple answer is all three. You’ll have access to thousands of world-class products and rates - hotels, resorts, airlines, attractions, cruises, ancillaries - alongside the ability to work with specialist service providers and suppliers.
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What kinds of trips can I sell?
The only 'rule' is that you sell what’s right for your customer, because that’s our proven route to a successful and sustainable travel business. Whether that’s a third-party operator’s holiday, or a bespoke itinerary you’ve crafted from scratch using Phenix, our cutting-edge booking platform, you'll have complete freedom to get it right for your customer every time.
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What's the company culture like?
From our support team colleagues to thousands of Travel Counsellors across the world, we celebrate being part of a welcoming global community of travel experts. When working remotely and building travel experiences for your customers, that feeling of togetherness is priceless, and you’ll stay connected from day one. Life-long friendships are a brilliant support network often made on our training courses, weekly TCTV shows are broadcast live from our in-house studio, and we love to get together at virtual and face-to-face events. It's no wonder that more travel professionals start their business with us than any other UK travel homeworking company.
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Are there events and networking opportunities?
You'll have the opportunity to attend networking events and activities throughout the year. The biggest is our annual conference, a fantastic event that brings together over 400 suppliers and inspiring speakers for engaging training and important company updates. The evenings are reserved for headline performers and a gala dinner.
What's next
Thinking of becoming
a Travel Counsellor?
Use TC Pathfinder to take our quick self-assessment and find out if Travel Counsellors could be the right move for you.
