Make Travel Your Business

The Global Travel Group Plc provides everything you need to start your own successful travel agency. Upon joining, you become a member of one of the largest independent travel agent consortia in the UK.

The Global Travel Group is different to other franchises as you do not take our name and you are not limited to a geographical area. It is your own business to brand and grow in your own way. We will of course provide all the back up, support, licences, training and experience to help you grow your business. Where you take it, how you grow it, what you name it, is entirely up to you - it is your business after all! In contrast to many businesses, by becoming a member of The Global Travel Group you have no stock to purchase therefore your travel business is less likely to suffer from cash flow issues. This is a fantastic advantage to your new venture leaving you with available cash for marketing and advertising.

We have been doing this longer than any of our competitors which gives us masses of experience in this exciting and fast paced industry! We offer unrivalled earning potential, support, training, knowledge and experience. If you want a business opportunity to earn you good returns then we can certainly offer you that. Whether you dream of running your own shop, starting a call centre or want the ease and flexibility of working from home we have the perfect solution for you. Join The Global Travel Group Plc and become part of the fastest growing independent travel group in the UK!

All This Could be Yours

• Membership of the fastest growing independent UK travel chain with the ability to trade from home, office or retail premises
• Access to over 160 tour operators, 300 airlines and over 100,000 hotels and apartments worldwide
• Exclusive offers from leading industry suppliers
• Excellent commissions and buying power
• Access to the Group's award winning technology
• A comprehensive two week training course tailored to your needs
• Use of the Group ATOL licence
• Customer Protection Guarantee Scheme to take care of all your bonding requirements
• Access to heavily discounted Teletext rates
• Marketing support from a dedicated department producing monthly initiatives
• Continual support through Business Development Managers and our Agency Support team based at head office
• Access to the Group's intranet system to gain support and advice from head office and other members
• Unique multi award winning technology with a comprehensive support package
• Heavily discounted personal travel and familiarisation trips
• Support and excellent commissions negotiated by the Commercial Team
• A team of dedicated travel professionals based at head office to assist you in your success

Fantastic Earning Potential!

The initial investment for The Global Travel Group franchise opportunity is £19,995 + VAT. The total investment, including working capital, is c. £30,000, but dependant on individual circumstances.

If you're bored with the usual franchise opportunities and are looking for something fresh and exciting, our dedicated team of Business Managers can help you today!

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Testimonials

Lots of people from a number of backgrounds have started their own successful travel businesses. Here is just a small selection of success stories from members of The Global Travel Group.

All the Support You Need

In October 1995 Mel and Linda Bramley launched their travel business. Originally from a teaching background they took full advantage of the support provided by The Global Travel Group in order to reach their full capabilities. 'As an independent agent, we thought we'd feel isolated, but we enjoy getting together with fellow members and Global staff at meetings and events, it's like being a member of a club,' said Linda. 'You don't need to feel alone, the Group will help you go as far as you want to go and provide you with all the support you need.'

A Step Ahead

Having spent five years travelling around the world on business, Paul Siviter decided to launch his own business venture in the exciting travel industry by joining The Global Travel Group. 'I chose to join The Global Travel Group because the business model was the best fit with my own strategy and the product offering was a step ahead of the other consortia,' explains Paul. 'The first challenge was to get the phones ringing but with perseverance, we have steadily grown and already enjoy the benefit of many loyal customers.'

The Best Package

In 2004, lecturer and cable jointer Dawn and Dave Jones decided to change their careers and start their own business in the travel industry choosing to join The Global Travel Group because it quite simply had the best package. Since opening their travel agency in 2004, their team has now doubled in size and they offer their customers a great variety of holidays from 10 weeks in Malta to cottages in Cheshire and North Wales. "The key to our success is our optimism and excellent customer service,' said Dawn. 'We always make our customers feel welcome and try to offer them exactly what they want - we believe that's why we get a lot of repeat business from customers and friends."

Cost Effective Option

Being a Sub-postmaster, Roy Weatherup saw the opportunity of integrating a travel agency within his existing business. He chose The Global Travel Group as it was the most cost effective option for all his requirements providing both security and back office support. Roy sells a variety of holidays from flight only to tailor-made and enjoys 90% repeat business. Manager Kath Lightbody said, "The footfall has been amazing, and I have already surpassed my expectations and targets. We did have the advantage of the automatic footfall of the Post Office, but being a member of the Group has given us more time to focus on selling holidays knowing that our client's money is safe with the Global protection scheme."

Advanced Technology

After 15 fast paced years as a sales manager, Pete Forsdike is enjoying a new lease of life after acquiring a travel agency. Impressed with the technology, service and product The Global Travel Group had to offer, Pete moved quickly to sign up his new business. Three years later Pete's travel agency is hugely successful enjoying a thriving business with many loyal customers. "The reason I chose The Global Travel Group, is really down to three key features: the advanced technology, ATOL protection and Group buying power,' said Pete. 'The specialised technology offered by The Global Travel Group enables me to efficiently promote my offers online with a high response rate. The Group's ultimate reservation system, TritonSearch, is instrumental to our success. It allows me to identify all operators on a price range basis and to seek out many great opportunities.'

Commercial Buying Power

Established in 2001, Clive Davies' travel agency has a brilliant name in the local community and benefits from many repeat customers and referrals. 'We pride ourselves on the service that we deliver. People want a personal touch when booking their holidays, something that the internet can't provide, and that is exactly what we offer,' explains Clive. 'People don't always buy on price, remember people buy from people. Previously, I worked in banking and craved a job that I could enjoy - now I work in travel and I love it! It's a happy and fun environment as you are helping people find their perfect holiday. As a member of The Global Travel Group, we gain the commercial buying power and security of being part of a large group. This means that we can effectively compete in the market and be safe in the knowledge that we are financially secure."