If you’re researching independent travel consultants, chances are you’re not just looking for a new job - you’re looking for control, flexibility, and a way to build something that genuinely belongs to you. Travel homeworking has never been more popular, but not all opportunities are created equal, and not every “independent” model truly delivers independence.
At The Independent Travel Consultants, we do things differently - deliberately so. We are built for people who want to run their own travel business, not rent one, copy one, or disappear into someone else’s brand. Whether you’re brand new to the industry or returning after time away, our model is designed to support long-term success, not short-term sign-ups.
This article explains exactly what sets us apart - and why more travel homeworkers are choosing independence done properly.
Independence That’s Actually Independent
Many companies use the word independent, but what they really offer is a branded template with limited freedom. You may be self-employed on paper, but in reality you’re expected to follow rigid systems, fixed branding, and prescribed ways of working.
With The Independent Travel Consultants, independence isn’t a marketing phrase - it’s the foundation.
You are free to build your own brand, speak in your own voice, and position yourself in the market in a way that suits your personality and your clients. That could mean specialising in luxury travel, family holidays, cruises, adventure trips, LGBT+ travel, or something entirely different.
You’re not forced into being a clone of anyone else - because clients don’t connect with clones. They connect with people.
A Model Built for Travel Homeworkers - Not Just Experienced Agents
One of the biggest gaps in the travel industry is support for people who are brand new. Many networks quietly favour experienced agents while newcomers are left to “figure it out”.
We don’t believe that’s fair - or sustainable.
The Independent Travel Consultants is structured to support:
- Brand new travel homeworkers
- Career changers
- Returners to the industry
- Experienced consultants who want more freedom
Training is practical, real-world, and ongoing. We don’t just show you how to book travel - we help you understand how to run a travel business, including enquiries, client communication, compliance, marketing, and long-term growth.
You’re never expected to know everything on day one.
Small Enough to Care - Big Enough to Protect You
We are intentionally a small, hands-on company, and that benefits our consultants in ways larger networks simply can’t match.
Being smaller means:
- You are not just a number on a spreadsheet
- You are known by name, not reference ID
- Support is personal, not ticket-based
- Decisions are made with consultants in mind, not shareholders
At the same time, we provide the essential protections clients - and consultants - need.
You operate within a fully compliant environment, with proper financial protection in place, so you can focus on selling travel with confidence.
This balance of personal support and professional protection is one of the biggest reasons consultants stay with us long-term.
You Build a Business - Not Just Bookings
Some travel homeworking models are designed around quick bookings and fast churn. That might work short-term, but it doesn’t build a sustainable career.
Our focus is different.
We help independent travel consultants build:
- Repeat client bases
- Strong personal reputations
- Referral-driven businesses
- Long-term income streams
You’re encouraged to think beyond the next sale and focus on relationships, not transactions. That’s better for clients — and far better for you.
Marketing Support Without Forcing a Script
Marketing is often the biggest fear for new travel homeworkers. Some companies deal with this by forcing consultants into identical social posts, templates, and scripts.
We don’t.
Instead, we help you understand how marketing works, so you can:
- Attract the right clients for your niche
- Build trust through authenticity
- Use social media confidently
- Market in a way that feels natural, not salesy
You are supported, guided, and advised — but never forced to pretend to be someone you’re not.
No Pressure Selling. No Hard Targets.
We do not believe in aggressive sales targets or pressure tactics. Travel should be built on trust, expertise, and care - not urgency and quotas.
As an independent travel consultant, you control:
- How many hours you work
- How quickly you grow
- Which clients you take on
- What success looks like for you
Whether you’re building a full-time business or starting travel homeworking around another career, the model adapts to you - not the other way around.
Transparent, Honest Conversations From Day One
One thing we’re particularly proud of is how honest we are with prospective consultants.
We talk openly about:
- Costs
- Time commitment
- Learning curves
- What success actually takes
We would rather someone decides not to join us than joins with unrealistic expectations. That honesty protects both you and the business - and creates a stronger, more supportive consultant community.
Jamie Says:
“There are lots of companies offering ‘independence’ in travel, but very few that actually allow you to be independent.
The Independent Travel Consultants was built for people who want to grow something real - with support, honesty, and freedom at its core. If you’re willing to learn, put the work in, and care about your clients, we’ll support you every step of the way.”
Is This the Right Fit for You?
The Independent Travel Consultants is ideal for people who:
- Want genuine independence
- Value support without micromanagement
- Are serious about building a long-term travel business
- Prefer people-first companies over corporate machines
It may not be the right fit if you’re looking for:
- Guaranteed income without effort
- Someone else to run the business for you
- A one-size-fits-all sales script
And that’s okay — because the right fit matters.
Ready to Explore Travel Homeworking the Right Way?
If you’re exploring independent travel consultants because you want freedom, flexibility, and a business you can truly call your own, we’d love to talk.
There’s no pressure, no obligation, and no sales pitch - just an honest conversation about whether travel homeworking with The Independent Travel Consultants is right for you.
Reach out today to ask questions, explore the model, and take the first step towards building your own independent travel business - on your terms.
