{"id":24197,"date":"2025-02-04T15:00:32","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T15:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/?p=24197"},"modified":"2025-02-04T12:27:13","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T12:27:13","slug":"the-travel-franchise-gives-75000-back-to-5-new-franchisees-with-innovative-incentive-open-to-all","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/the-travel-franchise-gives-75000-back-to-5-new-franchisees-with-innovative-incentive-open-to-all\/","title":{"rendered":"The Travel Franchise Gives \u00a375,000 Back to 5 New Franchisees with Innovative Incentive Open to All"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>Britain\u2019s top franchise for newcomers to travel last week refunded five business owners their \u00a314,995 franchise fee &#8211; proof that their training and support works<\/p>\n<p>The Travel Franchise has made history, celebrating not one, but five Money-Back Challenge winners in a single week reflecting the incredible potential in running a home-based travel agency.<\/p>\n<p>The company\u2019s Money-Back Challenge, a unique initiative in the travel industry, refunds franchisees their \u00a314,995 Elite franchise fee if they achieve a set level of commission in their first year.<\/p>\n<p>This record-breaking milestone is a testament to the franchise\u2019s unparalleled business model combined with its training, support and the strength of the travel market.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-24200 alignright\" title=\"Emma and Jason\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-179x300.jpg\" alt=\"Emma and Jason\" width=\"179\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-179x300.jpg 179w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-610x1024.jpg 610w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-768x1289.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-915x1536.jpg 915w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-250x420.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-501x840.jpg 501w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-150x252.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-300x503.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-600x1007.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason-696x1168.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Emma-and-Jason.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 179px) 100vw, 179px\" \/>The winners \u2014 Sasha, Ian, Richard, Ellie, Emma and Anne \u2014 each have inspiring stories that highlight their determination, adaptability and passion for helping customers create unforgettable holidays. From midwives and teachers to recruiters and retirees, these individuals prove that with the right tools and guidance, anyone can succeed in travel.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sasha, a recruitment professional working part-time, clinched the Money-Back Challenge while balancing another job. With her exceptional relationship-building skills, she secured bookings such as a \u00a370k luxury cruise.<\/li>\n<li>Ellie, a former teacher had her first baby, got married and still achieved the Challenge in her first year &#8211; testament to the fact that you can balance family life while juggling a home-based travel agency.<\/li>\n<li>Ian and Richard, who used to work in the hospitality industry, took the leap and now run their agency full time having achieved the Challenge in under eight months.<\/li>\n<li>Emma and her husband, a former police sergeant, turned their love of travel into a thriving business, finding clients even while on holiday in the Maldives.<\/li>\n<li>Anne, a midwife recovering from a heart attack, booked 17 holidays in her first month. Despite holding down a stressful job full time she has been able to achieve the challenge in seven months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-24199 alignleft\" title=\"Sasha\" src=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Sasha\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-632x420.jpg 632w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-1263x840.jpg 1263w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-1392x926.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha-1068x710.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sasha.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Commenting on her win, Sasha said: \u201cIt\u2019s absolutely incredible. From day one, getting my money back was my sole focus. Come hell or high water, I was going to do it. And the company helped me do it. They provide everything you need to make it work \u2013 and more. I\u2019m delighted.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Paul Harrison, co-founder of The Travel Franchise said: \u201cWe\u2019re used to seeing our agents rise to our Challenge, but we\u2019ve never seen so many people win in such close succession before. It\u2019s an extraordinary moment for us and it\u2019s testament to the fact that if you follow our business model and training \u2013 and utilise the support we offer \u2013 you can make a success of your company without any experience in travel.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He added: \u201cTheir achievement also highlights the strength of the travel market and reflects the growing demand for holiday makers to turn to trusted travel agents. People want expert advice and personalised service for their holidays, and our franchisees are perfectly positioned to deliver that.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The Money-Back Challenge isn\u2019t the only unique feature that\u2019s included in The Travel Franchise\u2019s most popular Elite franchise package.<\/p>\n<p>The company also includes two free membership retreats: one in a short-haul location (the Millionaire\u2019s Retreat) and one in a long-haul location (The Elite Experience). In February the franchise will announce a one-off special offer worth nearly \u00a31,000 attached to the Millionaire\u2019s Retreat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Britain\u2019s top franchise for newcomers to travel last week refunded five business owners their \u00a314,995 franchise fee &#8211; proof that their training and support works The Travel Franchise has made history, celebrating not one, but five Money-Back Challenge winners in a single week reflecting the incredible potential in running a home-based travel agency. 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