Travel, Hospitality & Leisure
Franchise ID: bvEfTLlaq71K08B7JBhRu9

Travel Leaders

Travel Better with Travel Leaders

Franchise Overview

Overview

Travel Leaders is one of North America's largest and most established travel agency franchisors, offering a comprehensive franchise program to individuals passionate about the travel and hospitality industry. With a legacy spanning decades, Travel Leaders empowers entrepreneurs to provide expert travel planning services for leisure and corporate customers. Franchisees benefit from the brand’s proven business model, robust supplier relationships, and cutting-edge technology platforms.

Key Features

Franchising with Travel Leaders provides unique advantages such as:

  • Access to exclusive travel deals and preferred partner rates
  • Extensive training and ongoing business support
  • Powerful marketing and lead generation tools
  • Opportunities for specialization (leisure, luxury, business, group, destination weddings)

User Experience

Travel Leaders franchisees deliver personalized travel planning, leveraging advanced booking technologies and destination knowledge. Customers receive access to exclusive offers and white-glove trip customization, whether for a simple vacation or complex, multi-destination journeys. Franchise offices can operate with small, skilled teams, ensuring high-touch service and client retention.

Market Opportunity

Travel is a resilient and growing industry, bouncing back strongly after disruptions. The increasing complexity of travel planning and a rising demand for expert guidance position Travel Leaders franchisees for continued success. Whether located in urban centers or suburban communities, this franchise enables owners to tap into both corporate and leisure markets, serving clients who value convenience, expertise, and trusted global connections.

Franchise Requirements

Initial Franchise Fee$9,000
Total Investment$19,000 - $120,000
Royalty Fee1.5%-3% of gross sales
Marketing Feeup to 2% of gross sales
Contract Term5 years, renewable
Net Worth Requirement$50,000 minimum
Liquid Capital Required$10,000 minimum
ExperienceTravel industry experience beneficial but not required; business acumen essential
Financial Highlights
Average Unit Volume
$500,000
Average Profit Margin
10-12%
Typical Break Even
12-18 months
ROI (after 3 years)
15%+ (after 3 years)
Quick Facts

Established

1984

Total Units

1700+ locations

Headquarters

Plymouth, MN, USA

Staffing

2-8 employees per location

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