Are AI agents really replacing traditional travel consultants?

No, artificial intelligence (AI) agents are not replacing traditional travel consultants. Automation is absorbing repetitive admin and research, while trust, judgement and crisis management remain firmly human skills and increasingly valuable ones at that. Key Takeaways How AI travel planning tools work and what they can actually do It’s 11pm on a Tuesday and you’re […]
The quoting tool that is changing how our consultants sell holidays, and why every single one of them gets it for free

Most travel consultants send their clients a quote by email. A list of options, some prices, maybe a few lines of description. The client reads it, thinks about it, and then goes and checks the same holiday on a comparison website because nothing in that email gave them a reason not to. TProfile changes that […]
Every one of our franchisees just got access to the most powerful AI tool in the travel industry – at no extra cost

When you join The Travel Franchise, you get access to incredible tools and technology designed to help you build your business faster. From a free quotation tool to a CRM system that acts like a personal assistant, everything is there to make running your travel business easier, more organised and more efficient. And we do […]
Why your local hairdresser might be your best business partner

We’ve just hired Hayley and created a new position – Channel Partnership Manager – to help consultants skyrocket their travel business. Hayley will head up our unique Partner in Travel initiative which enables you to partner with a local business, person, sports club or charity. With over 20 years working for Virgin Atlantic in corporate […]
10 powerful secrets franchisees use to drive customer growth and bookings!

One of the biggest barriers often stopping people signing up as a travel consultant is the belief that they won’t have enough customers. A fundamental part of our training is helping you realise that, in fact, you will. Plus, the other thing to consider is: you don’t need as many potential clients as you may think. […]
Our franchisees get free access to this cutting-edge quotation tool – a saving of £1,000 a year.

At our January 2025 UK conference we announced an exciting new initiative: we’ve invested over £2 million to provide franchisees with the industry’s leading quotation tool – absolutely FREE! We’re committed to helping our franchisees grow their bookings and commissions, and after a successful six-month trial, the results speak for themselves. Consultants report saving time […]
What Software Do Travel Agents Use?

Travel software is an essential staple to any travel agent’s daily work, ensuring smooth online bookings for multiple clients. But with dozens of software solutions available on the market, you may wonder which specific one travel agents in the UK use. The answer is that it varies across every travel management company. For example, some […]
Why our brand refresh by a leading marketing UK agency will help your new travel business POP!

As Britain’s number one Home-Based Franchise, we’re so excited about our latest development – and you will be too if you join The Travel Franchise and become a Not Just Travel agent. It’s another demonstration of how we’ve always got your backs. Let’s explain… Finding customers and marketing your services online is all part and parcel […]
Discover how you can make a Positive Impact every time you make a holiday booking

Here at The Travel Franchise we’re passionate about the planet. As travel agents we’re eager to explore; we’re curious about cultures and we’re excited for new adventures. The world literally is our oyster and we recognise how precious it is. We recognise that as much as we want to promote the world, we want to […]
How our pioneering new Partner in Travel initiative attracts new customers and helps charitable causes

We’ve unveiled our all new Partners in Travel initiative with a new website – and it’s causing big excitement among our consultants! Why? Because not only does it promise to bring in new customers and raise their profile, but it can also help raise money for charitable causes. The initiative enables consultants to partner with […]