HERE ARE 10 Reasons to Start Your Own Travel Business from Home

If you've ever dreamed of running your own business while helping people plan unforgettable holidays, this is your sign. There’s never been a better time to start a travel business from home—and no, you don’t need to be a travel agent already.

With flexible working, low start-up costs, and the freedom to build something that's completely yours, home-based travel businesses are not just a side hustle—they're a real, rewarding career path.

At Independent Travel Consultants, we’re proving every day that people from all walks of life can thrive in this industry. Here's why you could be next.

1. Low Start-Up Costs (With Us, There’s No Joining Fee)

One of the biggest barriers to starting any business is cost. But when you start a travel business from home with us, there are no joining fees, no hidden extras, and no requirement to invest in expensive training courses or kits.

You get access to 200+ trusted suppliers, booking systems, back-office support and commission tracking from day one—all included in a simple monthly fee.

2. Work Around Your Life, Not the Other Way Around

Sick of fitting your life around a 9–5 job? Travel homeworking gives you the freedom to set your own schedule. Whether you’re a parent juggling school runs, a carer, or just tired of commuting, you can choose when, where, and how you work.

You can build your day around your clients—or your coffee breaks.

3. You Don’t Need Travel Experience to Get Started

It’s one of the most common questions we hear: “Can I do this without a background in travel?”

The answer is yes.

Our team includes former teachers, NHS workers, hospitality staff, and career changers who now run thriving travel businesses from home. With full training, mentoring, and live support, you’ll never be on your own.

4. Earn Money Doing Something You Love

If you love talking about travel, researching destinations, or sharing holiday ideas, why not turn that into income?

You’ll earn commission on every booking you make—and with high-value holidays, luxury escapes, and family trips in demand, your potential is only limited by your ambition.

At Independent Travel Consultants, you keep 80% of your commission, after expenses.

5. You Don’t Need to Chase Sales Targets

Unlike traditional agencies, we don’t impose sales targets or pressure you to upsell. Your success is based on the relationships you build, not arbitrary numbers.

You choose your clients, your goals, and your pace. Want to make a career of it? Great. Prefer to build slowly around another job? That’s fine too.

6. Full Support and Community from Day One

Starting a business from home doesn’t mean going it alone.

You’ll be part of a supportive team who share ideas, answer questions, and celebrate your wins. From regular Zoom calls to supplier training, marketing support to social media tools—you’ll have everything you need to grow with confidence.

This is a team that builds each other up, not a hierarchy to climb.

7. Work From Anywhere (Not Just Your Kitchen Table)

Yes, you can work from home—but that home could be your actual house, your garden studio, or a beach café with Wi-Fi. Travel homeworking gives you freedom of location as well as schedule.

As long as you have a laptop and an internet connection, your business comes with you.

8. It’s a Business That Grows With You

You might start off helping friends and family book holidays—but over time, your client base can expand into referrals, repeat customers, and niche markets.

Whether you want to specialise in cruises, Disney, honeymoons or luxury escapes, you’re in control of how your business evolves.

And with Jamie Wake Travel behind you, you’ll never be stuck figuring it out alone.

9. There’s Huge Demand for Personal Travel Service

Post-COVID, travellers want reassurance. They want real people, not call centres or booking engines. Travel agents are more in demand than ever—and a personalised, knowledgeable service can be the difference between a good trip and a disaster.

ABTA has reported that more consumers now value the role of travel professionals, especially when things go wrong. This is your opportunity to be that trusted expert.

10. You’ll Be Building Something That’s Yours

This isn’t a job. It’s your business.

You’ll have control over how it looks, who you work with, what you sell, and where you take it. With no micromanagement, no sales scripts, and no set hours, you’re building something that reflects you—not someone else's brand.

At Independent Travel Consultants, we’re here to support your independence—not restrict it.

Why Choose Independent Travel Consultants?

We do things differently:

• No joining fees
• 80% commission after expenses
• 200+ trusted suppliers
• Personalised training and live support
• A genuine community—not a call centre model
• Backed by Jamie Wake Travel & Protected Trust Services

Whether you're new to travel or ready to launch your next chapter, we’re ready to support you every step of the way.

Ready to Start?

Starting your travel business from home doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive, or lonely.

With the right team behind you—and the right tools at your fingertips—you could be booking dream holidays, building a loyal client base, and enjoying the flexibility you’ve been looking for.

Want to know more?

Fill in our enquiry form and we’ll be in touch to help you explore whether travel homeworking is the right next step for you.