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Travel Academy

Looking for an inspiring new career in travel? Our Travel Academy training course is your gateway to starting your own travel franchise. Channel your passion for travel into a rewarding business.

Call us on 0161 464 5243 to get started.

We have everything you need to succeed

No travel industry experience? No problem! With our Travel Academy you’ll get expert training to bring you up to speed, so that you're ready to build your business and create unforgettable travel experiences using our proven franchise model.

To succeed, you’ll need to be:

  • Be eligible to work in the UK
  • Commit to it, full-time - the hours you work are up to you, but you need to dedicate time to be a success
  • Understand that you’ll be running your own business, on commission-only
  • Be able to fund your training

Who are Travel Counsellors?

  1. We’re proud to be the longest-standing travel franchise in the UK. Founded in 1994, our pioneering franchise model has changed the lives of over 2,000 business owners around the world – and it could transform your life too.
  2. Care is at the heart of everything we do. We’ll take care of you, so you can look after your customers and provide them with the exceptional levels of service that we’re so renowned for.
  3. When you buy a franchise in Travel Counsellors, you'll own and run your business – but with our backing, systems, and support, while benefiting from lower initial investment costs. You’ll be a self-employed entrepreneur, but you won’t feel alone.
  4. From world-class tech and expert training to an inclusive community and opportunities to experience destinations first-hand, we empower you to be your best. And with uncapped earnings and no sales targets, what’s not to love?

Ready to find out more about how to start a travel agency from home with Travel Counsellors?

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What does being a Travel Counsellor include?

For your start-up investment, we’ll provide the following:

  • A six-month training and onboarding programme
  • 10 days of virtual classroom sessions plus six months of ongoing training
  • Training provided by our expert team
  • A personal mentor to support you throughout your first six months
  • Access to our e-learning platform, Discover
  • Comprehensive compliance training and accreditation, including ATOL and all licensing requirements
  • Travel Trust cover, offering one of the best consumer protection policies in the industry
  • CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) membership
  • A laptop and all essential software
  • Credit to spend on personalised merchandise or stationery
  • 5000 + VAT
  • 6-month onboarding journey
  • 10-day virtual training

Meet our Travel Academy Travel Counsellors

Thanks to our award-winning travel industry training and unrivalled support, we welcome Travel Counsellors from diverse professional backgrounds—including teachers, professional athletes, and those looking for a fresh start. There are no barriers to your success with us.

Hear from some of our Academy Travel Counsellors:

"The support is everywhere."

Before joining the Travel Academy, Drew was concerned about going it alone. With the dedicated support of our expert team, he now runs his own travel franchise business with complete confidence.

"It makes me so much happier."

Anna transitioned into the travel industry from a career in IT sales and found the work-life balance she had been searching for. The flexibility of running her own business has truly transformed her lifestyle.

Are you ready to become a Travel Counsellor?

Ready to become a Travel Counsellor? We’ll give you all support you need to get your travel career off to a flying start. If you’d like to learn more before you get started, get in touch with one of our experts.

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