Cruising into retirement: How this couple built a thriving travel business part time
When Stuart and his wife Karen joined The Travel Franchise in July 2021, they were looking for more than just an extra income – they were laying the foundation for a dream retirement. “We run a refrigerated transport business but we wanted a retirement plan, something we were passionate about to do on the side, […]
Consultant makes over £330K in cruise sales in just three days
In just three days last month, Gemma secured over £330,000 in P&O Cruises bookings. In just four weeks, she approached half a million pounds in total holiday sales — 99% of which were cruises. Her success during the recent P&O Cruises 2027 itinerary launch was nothing short of extraordinary. She personally handled 78 bookings in […]
How to Increase Cruise Package Sales and Boost Your Revenue
Did you know that your earning potential as a cruise travel agent is practically limitless? Knowing how to sell cruise packages is just one side of the coin. However, there are also some proven cruise sales strategies that the team at The Travel Franchise and its customer-facing arm Not Just Travel would like to share […]
The Ultimate Guide to Starting and Growing a Cruise Travel Franchise
The journey to business ownership in the cruise industry can be tough and filled with challenges. However, for those who succeed, the rewards – such as generous commissions and loyal clients – are significant. If you’re looking for the fastest route to success, it’s essential to have the right partner by your side when selecting […]
Common Challenges for New Cruise Travel Agents and How to Overcome Them
Starting a career as a new cruise travel agent can be exciting but also overwhelming. It’s natural to feel uncertain about navigating a new industry, but with the right support, you can succeed. According to The Travel Franchise, “It really doesn’t matter as long as you get the right support and training; you can still […]
Cruise Travel Trends & Predictions: A Look Into the Future of Cruising
With the cruise industry on a growth path, there’s never been a better time for agents to gem up on how to become a cruise guru and make the most of high commissions this niche sector offers. With 31.7 million passengers in 2023 alone, representing a 7% growth rate on 2019 figures, it’s clear that […]
Why Join a Cruise Travel Franchise: Advantages for Aspiring Travel Agents
Cruise travel franchises are making waves in the travel industry, and for good reason. Did you know that 73% of cruise travellers say travel advisors influence their decision to cruise? With the cruise market booming – 40 million passengers expected by 2027 – this presents an unmatched opportunity for aspiring travel agents. Take the success […]
Sustainability in Cruise Travel: Addressing the Environmental Challenges
Our world is at a crossroad when it comes to dealing with environmental challenges. We can either keep going the same way or make changes that will impact future generations positively. The good news is that most people are opting for the latter. According to Forbes, 92% of consumers are more likely to trust environmentally […]
How to Market Yourself as a Cruise Travel Agent
Industry trends point to a highly favourable outlook for cruise travel now and in the future. Last year alone, 2.3 million UK and Irish passengers went on a cruise, demonstrating an increase on previous years. Furthermore, around 56% of the UK population is interested in going on a cruise in the future. With travel regulations […]
Consultant celebrates as her tailormade cruise set sails with 1,700 passengers – generating £1 million in sales
Over 50? Not computer savvy? Never booked a holiday in your life? That was Vikki before she joined us and our infamous Cruise Division… Now she’s celebrating her transformation into a successful cruise consultant onboard the MSC VIrtuoso after: Just half way through the cruise, Vikki is elated with the response. “I’m overwhelmed. The fans […]