Do travel agents make their own schedule?

Travel agent franchise owners can set their own schedules and enjoy the incredible perks of travel benefits that come along with working in the industry.



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The most attractive part of starting your own independent travel agency is the freedom to work for yourself, on your own hours, with your own clients, in your own home.

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Travel agents spend most of their time at their desks, and the majority of these hours are spent dealing with clients, whether in person or over the phone. The travel agency's hours accommodate its clientele, so most agents work more than forty hours per week in a variety of shifts.

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  • You're Not The One Planning Your Travel. While not planning your travel is a pro to some, for other travelers, it's a major con. ...
  • You Add Another Person To The Equation. ...
  • You Actually Have To Find The Agent. ...
  • They're Not Great For Spur-Of-The-Moment Changes.


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Generally, leisure travel agencies' main revenue is from commissions vendors pay on vacation packages, cruises, air, and other add-ons. However, consultation fees and service fees are becoming more common as agencies try to diversify income sources to become less dependent on supplier commissions.

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10 Reasons Becoming A Travel Agent May Be Right For You
  • You Get To Work From Home. Some people like an office, but most of us prefer our homes. ...
  • The Perks Are Great. ...
  • Own Your Business. ...
  • Low Start Up Cost. ...
  • Flexible Work Hours. ...
  • You Can Start Part Time. ...
  • Training Is Easy. ...
  • Expand Your Network.


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Although travel agents do not travel for free as part of their job, they can still enjoy personal travel benefits that come with their industry connections. These benefits can include access to exclusive travel deals, preferred rates, and special amenities.

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First off, being a travel agent provides tons of flexibility. Because you can work from anywhere and on your own schedule, planning travel is a great way to earn extra money as a side hustle — or, develop your business into a full-time career (#BeYourOwnBoss).

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Pros of hiring a travel agent Hassle-free booking: A travel agent books everything for you, so you don't have to worry about the details.

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How much does a travel agent cost? The cost of using a travel agent is generally marginal, and often, they won't charge you at all. Much of their money comes from commissions the hotels and wholesalers pay them. Before you decide to book with a travel agent, inquire whether or not they charge fees.

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National Geographic looks into whether or not people still use travel advisors, and the answer is a resounding yes!

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Getting to a Million: Top Travel Agents Share Tips for Six-Figure Sales
  1. Set goals. ...
  2. Education is key. ...
  3. Be in it to win it. ...
  4. Find a mentor. ...
  5. Choose your clients rather than vice versa. ...
  6. Mingle where the high rollers go. ...
  7. Consider working for someone else first, so you can start a business with a book of travel in hand.


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Commission Payouts The most common commission split is the 70/30 model. This means that your get 70% of the total commission earned and your host agency keeps 30%. Some host agencies will take more and some maybe less. Some host agencies offer higher payouts to their travel agents based on the volume of sales.

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For most vacations, especially for new travel agents, your commission starts out at around 10%. That means if you book a $6,000 trip, you'll make $600 after that person travels. This does not include Disney cruises - They are a little different depending on the volume of your sales.

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Find a Credit Card Processor But travel agencies also typically fall under “high risk.” One reason for that is the higher-than-average chargeback rates that can come from bookings for a future trip that a client later wants to cancel. Not to worry.

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Does not follow up: A bad agent promises trip options and rates, but fails to deliver in a timely manner to the client, who then moves on to another agent. A bad agent also fails to follow up with the client after a trip that has been booked to see how it went.

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The Top 20 Most Powerful Travel Agencies in 2023
  1. Booking Holdings. (photo courtesy of Booking Holdings) ...
  2. Expedia Group. ...
  3. American Express Global Business Travel. ...
  4. BCD Travel. ...
  5. CWT. ...
  6. Flight Centre. ...
  7. American Express Travel. ...
  8. Chase Travel Group.


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Travel agent Think travel agent, and you most likely associate this job with an office, travel brochures and lots of people streaming in and out. Not the case, as many travel agents now work independently from home, or remotely for a travel company in areas like product development — a great job for an introvert.

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Travel agents sometimes feel as if they're working “blind.” They don't have access to their clients' personal information, such as vacation dates and preferences. You can't plan a strategy, segment your client base, or know what to offer them without these details.

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Whether you're looking for a flexible second job, you want a career that makes you excited to get to work each day, or a job that allows you to work from home, becoming a travel agent could be everything you're looking for.

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