Last month, we whisked away 30 of our franchisees to the tropical paradise of Mauritius for a very special mentorship retreat — and it was nothing short of extraordinary.
This unforgettable getaway, known as the Elite Experience, is an exclusive perk included in our award-winning Elite franchise package. It’s designed to help our travel consultants elevate their business through expert-led workshops, one-on-one coaching, and deep networking opportunities with some of the most successful names in travel.
This year, we’re hosting not one but two Elite Experiences in Mauritius, in partnership with the incredible Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, which operates eight luxurious properties across the island.
Our agents got the full five-star treatment: staying in five different Beachcomber resorts, touring all eight, and immersing themselves in the beauty, service, and style of each property.
They returned home not only inspired but ready to confidently sell Mauritius to their clients with first-hand experience.
We caught up with Lee, who works full-time in the ambulance service, after he returned from the trip:
“You just can’t buy this experience. It was amazing. There were about 30 of us, all at different stages of our business. I only knew a couple of people beforehand, but the whole group gelled instantly. No cliques, no awkwardness — just genuine connections. I know it sounds cliché, but I really think we made friends for life.”
Lee was blown away by the quality and variety of the Beachcomber resorts:
“Each one had something unique to offer. Beyond the amazing social media content I captured, I now have invaluable first-hand knowledge — you can’t beat that. Since I’ve been back, I’ve already sent out a few quotes for Mauritius.”
But it wasn’t all palm trees and sunsets. The business development sessions were a major highlight.
Led by co-founder Steve, Sarah from Beachcomber, and Paula and Charlie from head office, these sessions covered powerful insights into how to grow a travel consultancy.
Lee appreciated that even recaps from previous retreats were included:
“The business model’s all there — you don’t need to reinvent the wheel.”
And then came a standout moment: a session led by our very own top-performing consultants, Matt and Ash (aka The Travel Chaps) who were also touring the island indepently.
“They were where we are just three years ago and now they’re top of the leaderboard. Hearing their journey from our side of the fence was such an eye-opener. It made success feel truly attainable.”
🎥 Watch Lee’s full testimonial below
