Our Travel Franchise Model

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 offer a proven franchise model that's designed to set you up for success.

Why start a franchise?

Franchise businesses have higher success rates, provide ongoing support, and there are lower initial investment costs. There are lots of franchise and homeworking companies out there, so the challenge is finding the right one for you.
With benefits like lower start-up costs, ongoing support, and higher success rates compared to going it alone, a franchise can be the perfect way to launch your new venture.

The Travel Counsellors franchise model, explained

We’ve been setting the trend in flexible travel homeworking since 1994, in the UK and 2007, in South Africa. Our proven model works by building meaningful, trusted relationships, leading to referrals and a high level of repeat bookings.

We create a true partnership - your expertise and drive, together with our investment, support, technology and community. It’s already working for more than 1,900 Travel Counsellors across the globe, and it can work for you too.

What do you get from the Travel Counsellors franchise model

In a word, confidence. You’re with a world-leading travel homeworking company.

Community and support

You’re part of a global team of 1,900 Travel Counsellors and 300 support team colleagues in South Africa and abroad.
Proven success

Enjoy peace of mind with our track record of double-digit growth every year for nearly two decades and countless industry awards.
Uncapped earning potential

Your hard work should reap rewards. With no sales targets or income caps, how much you earn is entirely up to you.
Accessible entry costs

Start your business without breaking the bank, thanks to our cost-effective investment model.
Flexibility and freedom

Sell what’s right for your customers without fixed targets, giving you control over how and when you work.
Job satisfaction

97% of our Travel Counsellors say, “I love what I do,” and we’re confident you’ll feel the same.

Working with Travel Counsellors

The numbers speak for themselves. Our proven business model sets our Travel Counsellors up for long-term success:

92 %
of Travel Counsellors succeed with our proven model
20 %
of small business owners succeed when going it alone

Why choose our franchise?

Astrid Harrison, Travel Counsellor

"With over 1,900 franchisees worldwide, double-digit growth and countless awards, we’ve got a track record like no other. Why go anywhere else?"

What can I sell?

Kerith Hulme, Travel Counsellor

"In a word, everything! It’s your call whether to specialise or sell the world. Choose from thousands of trusted suppliers, travel providers and third-party tour operators."

How does it work?

Chris van den Berg, Travel Counsellor

"Our proven model means the best of both worlds. The flexibility to run your own travel business, but with the full 24/7 support of head office and our global team."

There’s no limit to your earnings

The average earnings of a Leisure Travel Counsellor who has been in the business for two years is R350,000, but our top earners make over R1.5 million per year.

There are no caps or sales targets with our commission-based model, so you get out what you put into your business.

Find out more about how it works

We always look to the future

You get all the training, tools and expert advice you need to build a successful and profitable business. From admin, PR and finance, to marketing and IT - we’ve got you covered.

Our constant investment into all aspects of the business - technology, people, support, training and product - ensures your business always stays ahead of the curve.