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Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel offers an exciting opportunity to run your own travel business from home.

With no experience required, you'll benefit from expert training, ongoing support and the strength of a trusted travel brand, all with flexibility. Explorer Travel have over 15 years’ experience of being a Home-working Travel Franchise. Since buying the business in June 2021, Hays Travel have invested in the training and business development support offered to our existing Franchisees, with access to an even wider range of products and services. We want our Explorers to combine their passion for travel with the ability to help others create their dream holiday, whilst earning at the same time. No travel experience is needed as there is ongoing training and development support following an initial induction. You have the flexibility to work your own hours around your family or other commitments. Set your own goals, there are no targets and you have the security of being part of the UK’s Largest Independent Travel business, whilst having the ability to trade under your own business name and be your own boss. Be confident in that we offer Full ABTA and ATOL bonding and your own website. If you want to hear more we would love to hear from you.

29/10/2026

🚨 BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS HERE 🚨

Invest in your future and save big with Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel! ✈️
For a limited time only, we're offering exclusive Black Friday savings on two of our most popular franchise models:

🔥 SAVE £1,000 on Explorer Grow
🔥 SAVE £2,000 on Explorer Pro

Whether you're looking for a career change, greater flexibility, or the opportunity to run your own travel business, there's never been a better time to get started.

✅ Self-employed opportunity
✅ Work from home flexibility
✅ No travel industry experience required
✅ Full training and ongoing support
✅ Backed by the UK's leading independent travel agent
✅ Business launch support to help you hit the ground running

Join now and you'll be trained and ready to maximise the opportunities of Peak Trading and start building your business sooner.

⏰ Black Friday offers available for a limited time only. Don't miss your chance to save on your business investment.

Join our next Webinar to discover which Explorer package is right for you.
https://bit.ly/439oNJj

26/10/2026

Could October Half Term be the perfect time to invest in yourself?

As families head off on holiday and the year begins to wind down, many people start thinking about what's next. 🤔

✔️ A business of your own
✔️ Greater earning potential
✔️ More control over your future
✔️ A career built around something you love

Whether you're completely new to travel, currently self-employed, looking for a fresh challenge, or searching for a business opportunity with the backing of an established brand, Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel could be your next adventure. 👀

With a low-cost investment from £2,995 + VAT, you'll gain access to the support, systems and expertise of the UK's largest independent travel agency while building a business that's yours. 🤝

This October Half Term, don't just book travel. Build a future in it. 🚀

Learn more about Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel 👉 https://bit.ly/4mpLtfE

22/10/2026

🌟 Celebrating Franchisee Success! 🌟

A huge congratulations to Explorer Franchisee Julie Breckon of Earthwise Travel on being recognised with the Client Service Excellence Award in Sustainable Luxury Travel 2026! 🏆✨

This prestigious award celebrates Julie's outstanding commitment to delivering highly personalised client experiences while championing responsible and sustainable tourism. Through exceptional service, meticulous planning, continuous professional development, and a genuine passion for helping clients make informed travel choices, Julie is setting the standard for sustainable luxury travel.

At Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel, we're incredibly proud to see our franchisees being recognised for their expertise, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Julie's achievement is a fantastic example of what can be accomplished when passion and professionalism come together.

Please join us in congratulating Julie on this well deserved recognition! 👏🎉

20/10/2026

✨ I decided it was now or never."✨

Discover how Lyndsay turned her passion for travel into her own business with Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel. 👀

After 21 years in the recycling industry as Director of a secure waste company, Lyndsay faced a crossroads.

The business was being sold, and she had a decision to make.
Continue down the path she'd always known or finally pursue something she was truly passionate about. 🤔

She chose her passion for travel. ✈️

💬 "I have always loved my holidays, searching for them and exploring different countries to visit. I always offered to help friends and family find their perfect trip and the thought of being able to do this as a job excited me."

Like many people considering Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel, Lyndsay wasn't an experienced travel professional. She was looking for a new challenge, a new career and a business she could call her own.
After researching a range of travel opportunities, Explorer stood out. ✔️

💬 "The introductions and web calls I had initially gave me the assurance that I would be supported, and with the backing of Hays Travel, I had confidence that they were professional."

Fast forward to today, and whilst Lyndsay is honest that learning a completely new industry hasn't been easy, she's never felt alone. 🤝

💬 "From the initial training, post-course mentoring and ongoing BDM meetings, I have so much support and guidance, it's amazing. As someone completely new to the industry, it's hard to explain how valuable that support is."

Her message is refreshingly honest:

💬 "I won't tell anyone it's been easy. It's tough learning a new industry and a whole new world of travel. But every day gets a little easier, my confidence is growing, and most importantly, I'm loving it."

And the reward? 💫

💬 "Finding the perfect holiday for someone and receiving a wonderful message about how much they've enjoyed it. It makes all the learning and hard work worthwhile."

For anyone thinking about a career change, Lyndsay has some simple advice:

💬 "If you're passionate about travel and customer service and aren't afraid of a couple of years of hard work, I would say 100% look at Explorer. You won't be disappointed."

Could you be our next success story? 💪

📅 Join one of our upcoming Discovery Webinars and learn how Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel helps people with no previous travel industry experience build their own travel business with the support, training and backing they need to succeed.

✅ No travel experience required
✅ Award-winning training and support
✅ Build your own customer base
✅ Work for yourself, not by yourself
✅ Backed by Hays Travel

🔗 Register for our next Discovery Webinar today 👉 https://bit.ly/439oNJj

15/10/2026

🚢 What an incredible few days for our Explorer Franchisees at the Hays Travel Cruise Conference! 🚢

Our franchisees had the fantastic opportunity to connect with leading cruise suppliers, gain valuable industry insights, and spend quality time networking with fellow Explorer Franchisees and Hays Travel colleagues. 🤝

Highlights included stepping aboard the magnificent Cunard Queen Anne, hearing inspiring presentations from Dame Irene Hays and senior leaders, and attending informative sessions packed with cruise expertise from our valued supplier partners. ✨

Events like these showcase the strength of the Hays Travel community, bringing together passionate travel professionals who support, inspire, and learn from one another.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the conference such a success. Here's to continuing to grow, learn and create amazing cruise experiences for our customers! 🌊⚓

13/10/2026

From Operations Director to Travel Business Owner... ✈️

Could you build a successful travel business without any travel industry experience?

That's exactly the question Jennie faced.

Before joining Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel, Jennie worked as an Operations Director in the Events & Entertainment industry. She knew she wanted to run her own business, take control of her future, and make a difference to others. ✨

What drew her to travel? 👀

💬 "I ultimately want to spread the word that travel is for everyone. My husband is in a wheelchair and travel can feel daunting, and I want to help my clients travel to where they want with confidence."

Jennie chose Explorer Franchise because she wanted the freedom of owning her own business while still having the support and backing of an established team as she entered a completely new industry. 🤝

Her journey hasn't always been easy.

💬 "To be completely honest, it was a lot harder than I thought. But after a couple of years, consistency and determination, I feel the hard work is starting to pay off."

Today, she loves the opportunity to travel, meet new people, grow in confidence, and help others create unforgettable memories. 💙

And her advice for anyone thinking about making the leap? 🤔

💬 "I believe a franchise is the best way to go if you want to be in control of your business and do things your own way."

If you've ever dreamed of running your own business but thought a lack of travel experience would hold you back, Jennie's story proves otherwise.

📅 Ready to take that next step? Join our next Explorer Franchise Discovery Webinar and discover how you could build your own travel business with the training, support and guidance to help you get started.

✅ No previous travel industry experience required
✅ Comprehensive training provided
✅ Work from home flexibility
✅ Be your own boss, backed by Hays Travel

Register for our next webinar and start exploring what's possible. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/439oNJj

07/10/2026

✨ What a fantastic weekend at the National Franchise Exhibition! ✨

The Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel team had the pleasure of meeting so many wonderful people who are exploring the possibility of owning their own travel business and becoming a self-employed, work-from-home travel franchisee.

From those taking their very first steps into the travel industry, to individuals looking for a complete career change, it was inspiring to hear so many stories, ambitions and goals. We had some truly fabulous conversations about franchising, travel and what life could look like running your own business with the support of the UK's largest independent travel agent.

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand. We loved sharing more about the Explorer Franchise opportunity and answering your questions. 🤝

If you didn't get a chance to meet us, or would like to learn more, we'd love to welcome you to our next webinar where you can discover what it's really like to build your own travel business with Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel.

📅 Register for our next webinar today 👉 https://bit.ly/439oNJj
✈️ Learn more about the travel industry
🏡 Discover the benefits of being self-employed and working from home

Swipe through for a few photos from the fantastic weekend! 📸

05/10/2026

Partner Post Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel

After years of serving your community, perhaps you're ready for a new challenge that offers flexibility, independence and the opportunity to build something of your own.

Many skills developed in policing transfer naturally into running a successful travel business:
✅ Building trust and strong relationships
✅ Attention to detail and organisation
✅ Problem solving and customer service
✅ Professionalism and resilience
✅ Self-motivation and accountability

With Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel, you can become self-employed and work from home with the backing of the UK's largest independent travel agency.

Whether you're newly retired, approaching retirement or looking for a second career with greater flexibility, our low-cost franchise model provides the training, support and business infrastructure to help you get started.

This October, as many people begin planning for a new year and new opportunities, why not explore a business that fits around your lifestyle while allowing you to share your passion for travel?

Your policing career may be ending, but your next adventure could be just beginning.

📞 Learn more about Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel
🏡 Work from home
✈️ Build your own travel business
⭐ Full training and ongoing support

05/10/2026

From Classroom to Travel Business Owner ✈️

For over 20 years, Catherine dedicated her career to education, inspiring students and leading as a Head of Modern Foreign Languages. But alongside her passion for teaching was another lifelong love: travel. 🌍

After years of hard work, leadership responsibilities and the demands that come with a teaching career, Catherine began searching for something that would allow her to invest in herself, build a future on her own terms and create a business around a passion she genuinely loved.

That opportunity came when she discovered Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel. 👀

Fast forward to today and Catherine is successfully growing Travel by Catherine, combining part-time teaching with building her own travel business. In less than two years she has already secured an incredible range of bookings, from cruises and Disney holidays to honeymoons, ski trips, Formula 1 experiences and multi-centre adventures.

✨ "Buying a business is about investing in yourself. If you're prepared to invest in yourself, who knows where you could be in two years' time and beyond!"

This World Teachers' Day, we're celebrating the skills that educators bring to business ownership every day:

✅ Building relationships
✅ Communication and organisation
✅ Problem-solving and resilience
✅ A passion for helping people achieve their goals

If you've spent your career helping others grow, perhaps it's time to invest in your own future.

📩 Ready to turn your passion for travel into your own business? Learn more about Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel and discover where your next chapter could take you.

https://bit.ly/4mpLtfE

05/10/2026

🍎 Happy World Teachers Day... Meet Julie. 🍎

For more than 20 years, Julie taught Geography and Travel & Tourism, helping young people discover the world through education. But as her family grew, she began looking for a way to achieve a better work-life balance without giving up a career she loved.

That's when she turned her passion for travel into a business of her own with Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel.

🌍 From teaching destinations to selling them
👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 More flexibility for family life
🏡 Working on her own terms
✈️ Building a successful travel business backed by a trusted travel brand

What's remarkable is that Julie didn't start from scratch. The skills she'd developed in education became the foundation of her success in travel.

✅ Communicating with confidence
✅ Building trust and relationships
✅ Problem-solving and organisation
✅ Understanding people's needs and creating the right solution

Today, Julie not only runs a thriving travel business, but remains closely connected to education through her governor roles and mentoring female business owners.

Her message to fellow teachers considering a change?

"Don't underestimate the skills you already have. Teaching gives you so many transferable skills that are incredibly valuable in running a travel business. Travel has allowed me to build something of my own, enjoy greater flexibility for my family and continue helping people every day."

If you are wondering what your next chapter could look like, Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel could be the opportunity to combine your people skills, passion and experience with the freedom of running your own business.

Because sometimes the next lesson you teach... is the one where you invest in yourself. 💙

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