FAQs
Is this opportunity right for you?
Flexibility, Support & Benefits
Yes, you can work whenever you want: daytime, evenings, weekends… It’s entirely up to you. You can work around your family or personal commitments. We usually recommend a minimum of 18 hours a week to build a successful business. As is the case with most things, you get out what you put in.
Yes, you can work remotely from anywhere as long as you have a mobile phone and a secure internet connection. However, your customers must be UK residents with a UK address and UK bank details. This ensures all bookings are fully protected by ABTA and ATOL.
Our friendly management team, along with our wider team of homeworkers and branch staff, will be on hand to offer advice and support. You will get one-to-one support as part of your training plan, plus we have an active communication messaging group, so you get the answers you need straight away.
Yes, your customers receive booking documentation containing an out-of-hours support number. If they contact you directly, you can reach out to our suppliers to fix the issue quickly, but still adding your personal contribution.
We have an admin team who can help with queries on existing bookings whilst you are away. We also encourage a buddy system to support each other for new bookings, so that you can enjoy your well-earned break.
When global events disrupt travel, our management team provides you with a list of affected bookings and coaches you on exactly what to do. Because we are ABTA bonded and all our bookings are ATOL protected, we can quickly rebook customers or arrange new flights. Disruptions highlight the immense value of booking with a personal travel advisor. Historically, people usually switch their destination or travel later.
Yes! You will get generous discounts off your own holiday booked through Silver Travel.
Suppliers regularly offer:
- Discounted agent rates
- Educational trips where you learn about the product
- Hotel inspections
- Cruise ship visits
- Specialist training trips
We also have our own annual conference.
You can win back your joining fee in our JOIN US FOR FREE CHALLENGE! Just by hitting your agreed revenue figure in 12 months or sooner.
Fees, Earnings & Contracts
Yes, the monthly fee is £89 plus VAT, and this covers your licences, systems, telephony charges via our system, credit card fees and ongoing support. There are no hidden extra fees or charges with us.
Commissions are paid 50% the month after your customer books and the remaining 50% the month after your customer travels. Your commission is paid into your bank account on or around the third Friday of the month.
This is entirely up to you. There is no limit to your earning potential. Our homeworkers earn anything from a few hundred to thousands of pounds per month. We support you to maximise your earnings, whether as a supplementary job or as your main career.
No. If you decide homeworking in travel is not for you, then you can stop whenever you want to. We do ask that you do not work for any other travel business.
We have three packages available depending on your experience, starting with NO JOINING FEE. Find out more here. You can also win back your joining fee in our "Join Us For Free Challegne" by hitting an agreed revenue target in 12 months or sooner.
Your Business
We do not set any minimum requirements, but we do help you to work out what you need to achieve for you to earn an income and to make your business a success. We also offer a refund of your joining fee if you hit a certain threshold of revenue within 12 months of joining us in our JOIN US FOR FREE CHALLENGE.
You can start immediately whist completing our specifically designed training programme, which lasts 4 to 6 weeks initially, with ongoing training and support. You can start booking holidays from day one, if you have customers waiting to book. We will help you.
We provide extensive coaching, training, and support to help you find your own customers. We will help you launch your business online and offline and teach you how to generate enquiries. You are also able to answer our free phone calls, to access our current customer enquiries too.
We discourage creating your own brand name. It causes confusion for your customers when their booking paperwork arrives from Silver Travel. It also alienates you from our national marketing campaigns, brand ambassadors, and special offers. We can help you stand out with your own signature, but we see our homeworkers benefit from the 15 year reputation that Silver Travel has already built in the market.
We advise against spending on marketing materials in your first few months. The most effective way to start is by having conversations with people you already know. If you decide to attend events later, our marketing team can design professional materials for you. We will also provide you with 250 business cards printed as part of your joining fee.
No, the customer pays Silver Travel. You facilitate the booking and use payment links from the system which provides a secure way for your customer to pay. This protects both you and the customer.
Absolutely. Niches like cruise, family travel, luxury, weddings, honeymoons, LGBTQ+ travel, and large families can be highly profitable. We help you position yourself effectively.
You can book holidays through over 300 approved suppliers and as we are completely independent you can always choose what’s right for the customer.
No Experience Required
No, you do not need previous experience working in travel. All you need is a passion for travel and the drive to run your own business. You will receive system and products training, so you just need the enthusiasm to learn and drive to source customers. Please see the different packages we offer for a range of experience.
Absolutely – transferable skills make a huge difference. Whether you’ve worked in customer service, sales, marketing, social media, travel, hospitality or community roles, your experience will help you succeed.
We understand that people will want to do their own research and we encourage you to do that. Whilst we’ve covered the most commonly asked questions we understand everyone is unique and may have specific questions that are personal to them. Please do feel free to ask us during your ‘Find Out More Call’ and we’ll be happy to help.
Ask yourself....
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Does This Fit the Lifestyle I Want?
Imagine running a business that works around your life—not the other way round. You choose when you work, whether that’s during school hours, evenings or weekends, and you can work from anywhere with an internet connection. There are no sales targets or long-term contracts, and you decide how much you want to earn. Whether you’re looking for extra income or a full-time career, the opportunity grows with you.
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Will I Get the Support I Need?
You don’t need to figure everything out on your own. From day one you’ll receive training, one-to-one coaching and ongoing support from our experienced team. There’s always someone to turn to, whether you need help with a booking, a customer query or unexpected travel disruption. When you’re away, we’ve got your customers covered too.
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Can I Build a Business That's Truly Mine?
This is your business, so you decide how you grow it. We’ll help you find customers, market yourself and develop a niche you’re passionate about, while benefiting from the trusted Silver Travel brand. With access to hundreds of suppliers, you can recommend the holidays that are right for your customers—not just what’s available.
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Is the Investment Worth It?
With low monthly costs, flexible joining options and uncapped earning potential, you stay in control of your business. You’ll earn commission on every booking, enjoy exclusive travel perks and may even earn back your joining fee through our Join Us for Free Challenge. It’s a business designed to reward the effort you put in.