On Saturday, we hosted our biggest summer celebration yet, uniting hundreds of travel consultants, HQ staff and their families for a truly unforgettable day.
Set against the idyllic backdrop of a Victorian country manor in Berkshire, the event welcomed over 250 guests who soaked up the sunshine while mingling with our celebrity ambassadors, key travel suppliers and our co-founder, Steve Witt.
From the moment guests arrived, franchisees and their families were immersed in a lively atmosphere filled with fun and entertainment. Classic fairground games, giant inflatable slides, and bouncy castles brought joy to children and adults alike. Meanwhile, a pizza van kept the slices coming and an ice cream stand offered a refreshing escape from the summer heat.
Adding star quality to the day were our celebrity ambassadors, Eamonn Holmes OBE and TV presenter Hayley Sparkes, who happily mingled with attendees, posed for photos and chatted with members of our growing community.
It was also the perfect opportunity for franchisees to connect not just with one another, but with our broader team including Steve, our fantastic BDMs, and HQ staff, all of whom were there to share experiences, spark ideas and enjoy the day side-by-side.
The afternoon also included a brilliant networking opportunity with five leading travel suppliers — Inside Japan, Classic Collection, Travelpack, EasyJet, and Oceania — who came armed with goodie bags, chilled prosecco and valuable industry insights.
As consultant Becky shared, “The family day was a great opportunity to not only catch up with colleagues and our favourite suppliers but also to introduce our family to the work one. The kids had a great time playing in the sunshine and bouncing on all the inflatables whilst we ate pizza and ice cream and caught up with friends.”
As the sun set, the celebration continued with a BBQ ‘white party’. With music in the air and kids having fun on the dancefloor, it was the perfect finale to a fun-filled day.
And best of all? The entire event was completely free.
More than just a party, this was a powerful reminder of what The Travel Franchise is all about: community, support, shared success and the kind of team spirit that makes this business truly one of a kind.
