The Travel Franchise

18/02/2025

☹️ Have you ever felt like your dream job might have passed you by? Anette certainly did. At 59, she thought working in the travel industry was out of reach — until she discovered The Travel Franchise.

🛳️ Anette’s love for travel started decades ago when she worked as a Commodore Class stewardess on the MS Tor Scandinavia. Her journey has then taken her from working as a Personal Assistant booking executive travel to being a full-time mum and a published author. But her love for travel— especially cruises — never faded.

When she discovered The Travel Franchise, the idea of being part of a supportive network and receiving top-tier training gave her the confidence to go for it. Now, she’s determined to build a successful business, starting part-time but ready to go full-time when the time is right.

💭If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to do something like this, but I don’t know where to start,” take it from Anette — there’s no perfect time, just the right opportunity. And this might be yours!

16/02/2025

Central London we’re coming!

⏰Are you ready to break free from the 9 til 5 grind, and start your very own home-based travel business with the Best Lifestyle Franchise in the WORLD?

Join co-founder Paul Harrison on February 27th for our first-ever Discovery event in Central London!

Here is why you don’t want to miss this:
🏆We’ve just been named Best Lifestyle Franchise in the World and Best European Franchise at the Global Franchise Awards 2025 in Las Vegas. This is your chance to beat the queue and join the winning team.
✔️Meet our co-founder Paul Harrison and learn how we’ve helped hundreds of people from all walks of life take their passion for travel and turn it into a successful business!
⭐Hear from star brand ambassadors Eamonn Holmes OBE, celebrated broadcaster, and Hayley Sparkes, popular TV presenter.

You could be part of this global success story!
Spaces are limited - REGISTER TODAY 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gN9xQ0

15/02/2025

🎉 Wow what an incredible week it's been.

We're in the spotlight again and for a good reason!

🏆We're officially the Best Lifestyle Franchise in the WORLD and Best European Franchise!

What an achievement!
✔️This is your chance to be part of the winning team and get inspired by co-founder Paul. Read more about him here 👉https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/man-lost-everything-back-31004258

14/02/2025

💔 Stop settling for a job you don’t LOVE

If you ever get that feeling, it might be time for a change?
If your 9-5 is getting you down, why not find something better- one that gives you freedom, flexibility, and so much more 🌴

😍 Ready to fall in love with your life? Let’s do it together

13/02/2025

Announcement fresh from the awards in Las Vegas...

13/02/2025

We’re still on cloud nine!

🏆 Yesterday we were officially named THE BEST FRANCHISE IN THE WORLD.

We got awarded not one but TWO incredible awards at the biggest franchise event worldwide - the Global Franchise Awards 2025 by the International Franchise Association at its annual convention in Las Vegas.

🥇Not only were we voted Best Lifestyle Franchise globally but we were also crowned Best European Franchise!

What an achievement!
It's great to be internationally recognised for our successful business model which helps people explore the world while taking bookings and earning a living.

Ready to live the life of your dreams? Then come join THE BEST lifestyle franchise in the world and the no.1 franchise in Europe!

🚨But you have to hurry up, we’re expecting a big queue!

12/02/2025

We WON! Not Once But Twice!
🍾 OMG we can hardly believe it, but we didn’t just win one award we won TWO!

We are officially:
⭐ The BEST Lifestyle Franchise in the WORLD
⭐ The BEST franchise in Europe (all sectors).

Incredible… simply incredible!
Let’s frame what has happened:

🤯There are 2 million plus franchise companies worldwide.
There are over 60 National Franchise Associations.
There are only 16 awards at the Global Franchise Awards held at the conference of the International Franchise Association in Las Vegas.

Three of them are regional: Europe, North America & Asia. Thirteen are specific categories…
… and we won TWO! A prestigious regional award and one of the big specific ones.

👏Kudos to our pioneering co-founders, Paul Harrison and Steve Witt, for creating this amazing business and opportunity for all to benefit from, and to the amazing team of 85+ corporate staff who work daily with our amazing network of 700+ travel consultants.

🏆 This outstanding, high profile global recognition will truly propel our business to the next level and, as always, we invite you to join us.

If you have not done so already…
Check out our blog for the full scoop 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gDTHR0

11/02/2025

We can change your life in just two hours!

Don’t believe us?
⭐ Join co-founder Paul Harrison and star brand ambassadors broadcaster Eamonn Holmes OBE and TV presenter Hayley Sparkes for a Discovery event on Thursday, 27th February and find out for yourself.

It’s the first time in years that we have held the FREE two-hour Discovery Event in Central London and we couldn’t be more excited.

This is more than just an event — it’s your opportunity to meet the people behind the UK’s BEST travel franchise and see firsthand how we can help you take control of your life and build a business that works for you!

❗Seats are limited, and with a major announcement coming up on Wednesday (that’s tomorrow!), we’re expecting that demand will skyrocket.

Hurry up and secure your place now before it’s too late 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gCCpv0

We can help you turn your passion for travel into a profitable business

10/02/2025

⏰The countdown to the Global Franchise Awards 2025 has begun!

In less than 2 days co-founder Paul Harrison will attend the BIGGEST franchise event in the world - the International Franchise Association (IFA) Annual Convention in Las Vegas and we can’t wait!

We’re not going to lie. The competition’s tough.

We're up against the big dogs from the food and beverage sector. With marketing budgets that could rival a small country’s economy make up 80% of franchises worldwide.
💪But we’ve got quite a few wins under our belt, we've already been voted Britain’s Best Franchise and listed in the top 10 alongside Burger King and Costa Coffee so if you’re looking for a franchise that’s not just local, but internationally respected, you may have found your match.

Last year we submitted our application for the awards ceremony and we’re excited to see the results! With 2024 being one of the best years in our 12+ year history we have a lot to be proud of!

Here’s some of the highlights from 2024:
⭐ Eamonn Holmes OBE joined us as Brand Ambassador: We were thrilled to welcome renowned Eamonn onboard, adding star power to our brand.

💸 £3 Million Investment in Technology: We’re committed to giving our consultants the best which is why we've invested over £3 million to provide our consultants with free access to the industry's leading client quotation tool, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction.

🏆Recognised as Britain’s Best Franchise: Our dedication to excellence has earned us this prestigious accolade, reflecting our record-breaking growth and unwavering support for our franchisees.

🌴 Luxury Mentorship Retreats: We took hundreds of consultants on over 1,000 exclusive trips abroad in stunning destinations, combining training with exploration to inspire and empower them to build the business of their dreams.

💰Money-Back Challenge Success: In 2024, numerous franchisees achieved their goals and had their £14,995 Elite franchise fee refunded, proving once again what is possible when you have the right support and training.

Curious to know more? Head over to our website 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gzlhY0+

06/02/2025

📣 Big news, we’re jetting off to Las Vegas for ‘the Oscars of the franchise world’!

Co-founder, Paul Harrison, is heading Stateside for the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) 65th Annual Convention taking place from February 10-13 2025!

🌍 As members of the IFA, the world's largest franchise association, we're beyond thrilled to be part of this global gathering of franchise leaders where over 4,000 people are expected to attend

🏆This is huge for us. We’ve already been ranked among the Top 10 franchises in the UK — alongside Burger King and Costa Coffee — so we’re feeling confident!

It shows that when you join us, you're not just buying into a business. You’re stepping into a proven, award-winning model that’s constantly growing and innovating. You’re not just another franchisee – you’re part of something big and trustworthy.

✈️ Stay tuned as we bring you along for the ride!

06/02/2025

Can you really have the life of your dreams? Even after retirement?

💸 At 59 Marietta, turned a curveball into an opportunity.
After being made redundant, instead of sticking her head in the sand, she reinvented herself — launching her own travel business with The Travel Franchise.

🌴Fast forward a few years, and Marietta has built not only a successful travel business but also her dream home in Cyprus.

She sold her UK house, took a leap of faith, and now runs her business from the Mediterranean, enjoying the freedom to work on her own terms.

What’s stopping you from living your dream life?

05/02/2025

🤯 FIVE Money-Back Challenge winners in ONE month. Read that again.

That’s right – January 2025 has seen FIVE franchisees hit their targets and get their initial £14,995 investment refunded. If you need proof that this business works, here it is!

So who’s the latest winner?
💸Bring it on for Emma and Jason. The dynamic duo has booked over 130 trips in under a year – and they still have two months left before their first year is even up!

They’re shining examples that no travel experience isn’t a problem. They joined us in March 2024 and booked a £17K cruise in their FIRST WEEK. How? By following the training, soaking up all tips and tricks from their Business Development Manager and simply telling everyone they know.

✔️If you’ve been wondering whether this is possible for YOU… it absolutely is. Five winners in one month. More to come. And the busiest time of year is happening RIGHT NOW.

Don’t wait – get started today and you could be next!

04/02/2025

Wow, we got another one! In fact, we got two more…

🍾Yes, that’s right we got two more Money-Back Challenge winners, which means that the total number of Money-Back Challenge winners in January just hit five!

And yes, we know it is now February, but with so many big wins and special announcements happening last month, we simply couldn’t announce it all!

🎉But today we want to celebrate Anne, a midwife with over 18 years, who joined us in 2024 at 59 with no prior experience in the travel industry! Anne, who’s a true warrior, booked 17 holidays in her first month after just 5 days of our expert online training — despite having a heart attack two weeks before!

So it is no surprise that she smashed our Money-Back Challenge in seven months and is now getting her franchise fee refunded!

💸If you’re new here and this is your first time hearing about the Money-Back Challenge, all you need to know is that:
🤯We’re the only franchise that offers this Challenge - quite simply, achieve a set amount of commission in your first year and we’ll refund you the £14,995 franchise fee - which means you’ll not only have earned great money in commission, you’ll also have a thriving business PLUS some extra cash in your pocket!

What would you do with it?

Curious to know more about her inspiring story? Head over to our blog to learn more 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gmCj80

31/01/2025

Thinking about starting a travel business? Here’s why now is the best time to join The Travel Franchise.

🎉We’re making a major investment in your success by giving every single franchisee free access to our Cruise Division – one of the most lucrative growth sectors in travel.

Here’s how we’re setting you up for success:
✔️A dedicated cruise support.
✔️Incredible pricing including exclusive offers.
✔️A closed Facebook group for insider deals and community support.
✔️Virtual & in-person training events with top cruise brands.
✔️A six-week induction programme that has already helped 76 consultants generate over £160,000 in sales.

Our Cruise Division has seen incredible results:
💸Cruise bookings are up 40% compared to 2023!
🛳️The average booking value has increased by £1,079, meaning higher commissions for our agents.

Since launching in 2022, our Cruise Division has helped agents become cruise experts, secure high-value bookings, and even attend luxury training retreats onboard state-of-the-art cruise ships.

🍾 Now, we’re giving everyone that opportunity, for free.

Ready for a change? Partner with a business that invests in your success.

29/01/2025

💸Record-breaking sales and commissions…
Can January get any better for our consultants?

💎Well, it certainly did for Andy and Nikki who just joined our Diamond club, meaning they’ve earned over £500,000 in commission. In fact they’re well past that figure and their business is going from strength to strength!

So what’s the secret to their success?
Easy… partnering with the right franchise.

They started their travel business in 2017 with no prior experience in the industry — just a love for travel and a drive to build something of their own.
🛳️ Fast forward to today, they’ve carved out a highly profitable niche in cruise, with 45% of their business dedicated to helping clients book unforgettable cruise holidays. By joining our exclusive Cruise Division, they gained the specialist knowledge, supplier connections and marketing tools to dominate this lucrative market.

With over 400 happy clients and an average booking value that’s soared by nearly £1,400, their business is thriving.

🤝Andy and Nikki are proof that you don’t need prior experience to thrive in travel — you just need the right support behind you.

Are you ready to follow in their footsteps?

28/01/2025

Imagine starting your business with everything you need to stand out from day one. ⭐ That’s what we promise at The Travel Franchise – and we’ve just raised the bar even higher.

Our customer-facing brand Not Just Travel has gotten a brand-new makeover, by one of the UK’s leading marketeers – Fridays At Nine (the minds behind Yeo Valley and Miller & Carter) – and here’s why it’s a game-changer for YOU:
😍A striking new brand designed to grab attention and build trust.
🌴A clear, compelling message: “We make planning a holiday feel like a holiday.”
📱Effortless, customisable marketing materials that make you look like an expert.

We’ve done the hard work so you can focus on what matters: creating amazing travel experiences for your customers and building the life you want.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to start your travel business, this is it.

28/01/2025

What happens when you bring together 530 consultants, travel partners, and industry leaders under one roof?
💥A weekend like no other!

Earlier this month 530 franchisees and travel partners joined us for our biggest and best UK-based Annual Conference yet, and we’re still buzzing with excitement!

😍From record-breaking achievements to industry insights from travel icon Dame Irene Hays, Chair of Hays Travel (the largest independent travel agent in the UK), the weekend was packed with inspiration and celebration.

Our travel consultants couldn’t stop raving about the conference, and we’ve captured their thoughts on camera.

27/01/2025

We’re kickstarting the week with another success story.
🎉 Meet Sasha, our THIRD Money-Back Challenge WINNER in one week.

At the end of last week we saw power duo Ian and Richard, plus new mum Ellie celebrate that they had beat our unique Money-Back Challenge which means they get their £14,995 initial investment back! Now Sasha has now joined the winners club! And she did it all while working part-time alongside her recruitment job.

Sasha had zero experience in travel when she joined us, but with our award-winning business model and ongoing training and support everything is possible.

💸But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Sasha hit a few bumps along the way but her BDM was right there to pick her up, motivate her, and keep her going. That’s what we do here — we’ve got your back every step of the way.

"My BDM had absolute confidence in me, which was amazing. When I doubted myself, she pushed me to get back on the horse."

And that’s exactly what Sasha did — and guess what? She secured a £70K luxury cruise booking.

✔️If Sasha can do it, so can you. She’s proof that with the right support and a can-do attitude, incredible things can happen.

Read her inspiring story on our blog 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0g7GJW0

27/01/2025

We’re kickstarting the week with another success story.
🎉 Meet Sasha, our THIRD Money-Back Challenge WINNER in one week.

At the end of last week we saw power duo Ian and Richard, plus new mum Ellie celebrate that they had beat our unique Money-Back Challenge which means they get their £14,995 initial investment back! Now Sasha has now joined the winners club! And she did it all while working part-time alongside her recruitment job.

Sasha had zero experience in travel when she joined us, but with our award-winning business model and ongoing training and support everything is possible.

💸But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Sasha hit a few bumps along the way but her BDM was right there to pick her up, motivate her, and keep her going. That’s what we do here — we’ve got your back every step of the way.

"My BDM had absolute confidence in me, which was amazing. When I doubted myself, she pushed me to get back on the horse."

And that’s exactly what Sasha did — and guess what? She secured a £70K luxury cruise booking.

✔️If Sasha can do it, so can you. She’s proof that with the right support and a can-do attitude, incredible things can happen.

Read her inspiring story on our blog 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0g7J2s0

24/01/2025

Wow, what a week!

🍾 Cheers to mum Ellie, our second Money-Back Challenge (MBC) winner of the week!

She’s getting her initial franchise fee refunded as part of our unique MBC promise, and you could do it too! We’re the only franchise that offers to give you £14,995 in your first year! And it clearly drives franchisees like Ellie to succeed!

✈️Ellie left her teaching job in January 2024 and took a leap of faith to start her own travel business with us after attending two of our free Discovery events.

She soon found that having no experience in travel wouldn’t hold her back if she used our incredible training and support network - a team of experienced travel experts on call six days a week.

⭐They’re so good that Ellie is the second Money-Back Challenge winner we’ve announced this week. And guess what? There’s still ONE more winner to be revealed over the next few days.

💸This could be you, this time next year, starting 2026 with a burgeoning business and an exciting career ahead!

Ellie has succeeded even though she’s been juggling her new business with her first baby, born in summer 2024! And now she can look forward to building her business but working around her family.

Want to ditch a tiresome job, work flexible hours, be your own boss and do something you love (and get £14,995 plus GREAT commission in your first year)?

Learn more 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0g5jn90

23/01/2025

🎉 Ian and Richard did it! And YOU could too...

After launching their travel business in May last year, this dynamic duo have officially achieved our Money-Back Challenge (MBC), which means their Elite franchise fee - £14,995 - is being refunded!

💸We’re the only franchise that offers this Challenge - quite simply, achieve a set amount of commission in your first year and we’ll give you £14,995 - which means you’ll not only have earned great money in commission, you’ll also have a thriving business and some extra cash in your pocket!

⭐ With no previous experience in travel, the couple proved that passion + our award-winning training = SUCCESS. In their first eight weeks alone, they sold over £85,000 worth of holidays and have now achieved their Money-Back Challenge in under eight months!

And here’s the best part... Ian and Richard aren’t the only ones celebrating! We’ve had THREE MBC winners this week, and we’ll be sharing their stories very soon.

Could you be next?

22/01/2025

We’re thrilled (but co-founders Paul Harrison and Steve Witt are slightly less happy 😅) to announce that not one but THREE of our travel consultants have achieved our unique Money-Back Challenge this week!

But what does this mean for them - and why are Paul and Steve looking glum?
💸Winning our Money-Back Challenge means you get your Elite £14,995 franchise fee refunded… which means Paul and Steve are paying out £45,000…

To win our unique Money-Back Challenge (FYI we’re the only franchise that does this!) you have to make a set amount of commission within your first year as a travel agent!

⭐Dozens of our Elite travel agents have achieved the challenge, some in as little as six months working part time, proving that beating the challenge is possible if you set your mind to it!

Stay tuned for the grand reveal and find out who’re the lucky winners over the next couple of days

22/01/2025

💸Starting a business is exciting, but how much time and money do you need to spend marketing it?

You don’t have to worry about this if you join us - we’ve got that covered!

⭐We commissioned a leading UK marketing agency, Fridays at Nine – the experts behind big-name brands like Yeo Valley and Miller & Carter – to create some stunning marketing messages and materials.

You don’t need a marketing degree – we provide everything you need to stand out and succeed.

Ready to see how we make running a travel business stress-free?
Link to the full story in the comments below 👇

19/01/2025

Dreaming of being your own boss and running your own business but niggling doubts creep into your mind and prevent you from taking the leap?
😔Do thoughts like: “What if I fail? What if I can’t make this work?” keep you up at night?

Nikki knows that feeling all too well.
After 22 years in the NHS and six years as a Head of Special Educational Needs, she craved something different — something that combined her love for travel and her passion for helping others. But she also wanted support….

💡Nikki had the lightbulb moment following a chance encounter with some of our consultants who were driving across Europe to raise money for charity. We’re the headline sponsor for The Travel Trade Crusade the travel industry’s most adventurous charity event and Nikki had tagged along with her husband who organises it. After chatting to a group of our consultants (we had six teams enter the event which raised £63,000 for charity) Nikki decided to take the leap.

✔️In fact, choosing The Travel Franchise was an easy decision after hearing glowing recommendations! She picked our most popular Elite package, determined to build a thriving travel business and attempt to win our Money-Back Challenge where we refund your franchise fee if you achieve a set amount of commission in your first year.

If you’ve ever dreamed of starting fresh, just like Nikki, this could be the perfect time to begin your journey! Just chat to some of our consultants or read our Trustpilot reviews and you’ll see how much franchisees love us!

18/01/2025

😍 Do you love your job or are you just counting the days to your next holiday?

You’re not alone! When Greg started his travel business with us in 2023 he was in a high-stress sales job and ready for a change.

💸 Fast forward to today, and he’s celebrating a jaw-dropping £85,000 booking that will see his clients travel to Australia for the Ashes, experience New Year’s Eve 2025 in Sydney, and explore Kuala Lumpur on the way home.

Greg’s success is no accident.
🌴He joined us on our most popular Elite package that gave him all the tools to excel, including an invite to our luxury Millionaire’s Retreat, which sharpened his business skills, and a Seminar at Sea, where he discovered the magic of cruising. He is also taking full advantage of our brand-new T-Profile quoting tool, which allows him to create stunning, professional quotes that impress his clients and make selling luxury travel easier.

✔️Best of all, he had the constant support of a dedicated Business Development Manager and a network of agents cheering him on every step of the way.

Curious to know more about his journey with us? Link to the full story 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0fYQD-0

17/01/2025

💸 Imagine being part of a travel business that’s growing faster than the rest of the industry.

At our UK conference, Dame Irene Hays praised Not Just Travel for its record-breaking growth, including a 35% surge in holiday sales and dominance in the lucrative long-haul market.

✈️With inflation at its lowest since 2021, consumer travel spending up by 9.3%, and a leap in bookings made through agents, the future has never looked brighter. Dame Irene called our consultants’ passion and first-class service the key to their success — and we couldn’t agree more.

Ready to start your journey? Read the full story here 👉https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0fYd130

15/01/2025

Dreaming of leaving your demanding 9 ‘til 5 job and running your own travel business but worried you don’t have the right experience to succeed?

✔️We’ve got you covered!
When you partner with us you get to run your own business but you’re never on your own. We’ve invested millions in bringing the best industry talent to help you turn your dreams into reality.

Every franchisee at The Travel Franchise gets a dedicated Business Development Manager (BDM) to guide you every step of the way.

“Our team is here to make sure you never feel alone,” says Senior BDM Natalie Singleton.

⭐You’ll get one-on-one support from day one, and your BDM will celebrate your wins and help you grow.

Curious to know more about our fantastic team of BDMs which are rocking a combined experience of over 250 years? Link to the full story in the comments below 👇

15/01/2025

😍 Wow, what a week so far!

🎉 We’re absolutely thrilled to be celebrating a monumental achievement – our second Diamond consultant in just days! This isn’t just any milestone – Janet has earned an eye-watering £500k in commission, shattering expectations and proving that when you combine unstoppable passion, relentless drive and the right opportunity, the sky’s the limit!

Janet’s journey with The Travel Franchise began in 2019, and despite having no prior experience in the travel industry, she has gone on to book nearly £5 million in holidays and secure the loyalty of countless happy clients.

✔️ Janet and her husband Justin built their business from the ground up, using the tools and training provided by The Travel Franchise to deliver exceptional service and inspire customer trust. Sharing their own travel experiences has been key to their success, helping them connect with clients and attract repeat bookings.

💸 Last year, during the January - March peak season, Janet booked £125,000 worth of holidays in just one week, showcasing just what is possible when you have the right drive, determination, tools and support.

If you’re considering starting your own business, Janet’s story proves that with the right partner, there’s no limit to what you can achieve. What’s stopping you from taking the first step?

13/01/2025

Can you really make it as a travel consultant if you’re new to the industry?
With the right support, you absolutely can! And we have the success stories to prove it!

💎 Today we’re celebrating the success of one of our star couples, power duo James and Natasha, who’ve officially reached Diamond level which means they’ve made £500k in commission.

Natasha and James joined The Travel Franchise in July 2021 looking for a fresh start. With careers in IT and the NHS, they were new to the industry but determined to turn their passion for travel into a thriving business. Starting in the middle of Covid didn’t hold them back and by following our proven business model they soon became successful

💸 Fast forward to today, Natasha and James have booked over 700 trips worth £4 million and now they’ve earned more than £500,000 in commission they’ve achieved Diamond Consultant status!

What’s stopping you from following your dreams and becoming Diamond too?
✔️Like Natasha and James, you don’t need any former experience in the travel industry - we supply all the training and support you need.

13/01/2025

We invest so you succeed!

💸 We’re spending over £2 million to give our consultants FREE access to the industry’s best client quotation tool. From saving time to boosting conversion rates, this tool transforms how our agents create stunning, professional quotes for their customers.

"Everything we do is designed to make our members more effective, efficient, and profitable,” says co-founder Steve Witt.

✔️Want to see how this game-changing tool is empowering our agents? Head over to our blog to learn more👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0fPSXV0