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 Fee | 1.5%-3% of gross sales |
Marketing Fee | up to 2% of gross sales |
Contract Term | 5 years, renewable |
Net Worth Requirement | $50,000 minimum |
Liquid Capital Required | $10,000 minimum |
Experience | Travel industry experience beneficial but not required; business acumen essential |
Established
1984
Total Units
1700+ locations
Headquarters
Plymouth, MN, USA
Staffing
2-8 employees per location
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