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Despite low consumer confidence and Brexit, independent agencies are re-energising Britain’s lacklustre high streets. James Chapple reports.

They’re small but perfectly formed: travel’s miniples are booming, and they’re proving one of the sector’s most resilient elements.

While times are tough amid the ongoing Brexit malaise, three independent agency chain leaders have told TTG there has never been a better time or chance to make a success of bricks and mortar.

For all the warnings the internet would sound the death knell for the high street, conscientious and community-focused agencies – aided by government rate reliefs, bargain property and major players like Thomas Cook hitting the headlines for the wrong reasons – are continuing to thrive.

The growth of the miniple – widely accepted as travel agencies with five to 50 branches – is none more evident than in south Wales and along the Welsh border, where a slew of new openings has made travel agencies a focal point of depleted high streets.

It is Don Bircham, managing director of Hays Travel North West, who perhaps summarises this new-found optimism most succinctly. “We can now compete with the multiples – we don’t have to hide around the corner from them any more, we’re right in the mix with Cook and Tui.”

Hays Travel North West started life 20 years ago in Mold, north Wales, as Just Go Travel. However, it was after a 10-year spell as a Tui franchise that Hays Travel founder John Hays invested, giving Bircham fresh impetus to more than double the size of his business over the past four years with the Hays brand above the door.

Bircham is confident of hitting the 40-store mark by the end of the year – new branches in Northwich and Oldham are ready to go as the business expands into Lancashire and Greater Manchester, while the Hays name will soon arrive in Shrewsbury. Two or three more openings are “in the pipeline” as well, reveals Bircham.

“The demise of the high street has provided an opportunity for us,” he explains. “Those units that five years ago were going for £50,000 [annual rent] can now be secured for £30,000. This has made a huge difference. There are now good, primary sites available in our town centres.”

One key factor for Bircham is the government’s two-year (2019/20 and 2020/21) business rate relief scheme for units with a rateable value of less then £51,000.

“It helps that many of these shops fall under the scheme,” he says. “The downside is there’s no security – it would be great if they could give us some certainty and extend it. It’s helping nudge some property deals over the line. It’s a big part of our development plan.”

Bircham adds businesses like Hays Travel North West have benefited from a lack of investment by multiples in small market towns and town centres.

“A lot of the activity does seem to be in Wales, the North West and the Midlands,” he muses. “I don’t know why. I don’t think it’s one particular issue, it’s numerous things that have come at the same time.”

“We can now compete with the multiples – we’re right in the mix with Cook and Tui”

Mark Johnson, operations director at Polka Dot Travel, echoes Bircham’s sentiments, particularly on rate relief. “We’ve been able to go into towns with big catchment areas we may not have looked at,” he tells TTG .

Polka Dot sprang up in Shropshire six years ago and has quickly grown to 14 stores. Four more – Mold, Lichfield, Cannock and Leek – will open shortly, and Johnson reveals the business is in talks over another two or three.

“I’d expect us to have them open by Christmas so we’ll go into January with 20,” he says. “We’re targeting 30 by the end of 2020.”

Polka Dot expects to achieve £35 million turnover by October and grow this to £50 million by the end of October 2020.

“It’s largely organic growth, but we would definitely consider acquisitions too,” Johnson continues, remarking on Polka Dot’s rapid expansion into the Midlands, now with the support of a dedicated regional sales manager.

“It’s a huge population waiting to be served,” he says. “I think we can go in and make a real difference. We’ve got our eye on a lot of towns. We’re happy to move around. We want to build the business to 50 shops.”

From one location to 20 in less than seven years is not without its challenges, Johnson admits. “Trading is up about 8% this year. We’re outperforming the market and we’re beating our targets. But we’re definitely not walking it. It’s really tough out there.

“Brexit has definitely had an impact. People aren’t flooding through the doors so we’re having to work really hard to generate enquiries and convert them. It’s been a difficult year, so to grow this year is really encouraging.”

Making the best of tough times though, Johnson sees the current economic and political climate as another opportunity to grow.

“There are some good deals on the high street – rent and leases,” he says. “Landlords are getting rid of property and taking offers much lower than they were six or seven years ago when we started.

“The government’s rate relief has helped too. We’ve been able to negotiate some great deals in these places, and it gives you time to get established in a new location.

“Getting the right people is absolutely critical too – we will delay opening a new store until we get the right staff.”

For Miles Morgan, who started his business in 2006 and now operates 16 (soon to be 17) stores, the rise of the miniple in south Wales may well be a reaction to there being a lack of independents in the first place.

“If you wind back five years in south Wales, there was nowhere near as strong an independent agent community,” he says. “I think there was a gap for it to happen. It’s probably more a correction than anything else.”

West Wales has long been served by Travel House, which now has 20 stores, and in recent years Tailor Made Travel has rapidly expanded to nearly 20 agencies. With Hays Travel and the Co-op also operating in the area, Miles Morgan Travel has expanded into Wiltshire and the south-west; its next agency will be in Devizes, while its Yeovil store will relocate to larger premises.

“I’m a great believer in going the opposite way,” Morgan explains. “I opened my shops in 2006 when the internet was growing; everybody was going online. We’re at the point now where you can’t open a paper or go online without seeing a negative story about the high street. That presents opportunities to get locations you couldn’t have dreamt of 10 years ago.”

Like Bircham and Johnson, Morgan hails the government’s rate reliefs, but stresses his business has always sought to set itself apart from other agencies. “When I was a high street agent working on the counter myself, you were primarily a footfall business,” he says.

“Thankfully, we’re a destination shop. People come into town to see us. We’re not reliant on footfall any more because being a high street agent is as hard as it has ever been. I’m thankful we have appreciative customers who we attract not through price, but through service.”

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Travel agents are an important part of the tourism industry. There are several different types of travel agents. The different types of travel agents vary according to the service they provide and the products that they offer. In this article I will teach you about the different types of travel agents and provide some examples too.

What’s a travel agent?

High street travel agents, business travel agents, call centre travel agents, internet travel agents, independent travel agents, multiple travel agents, miniple travel agents, types of travel agents: to conclude, further reading .

A travel agency is a private retailer that sells travel-related products and services to consumers. This includes package holidays as well as individual holiday elements such as hotel rooms, flight tickets and travel insurance.

Travel agents typically use global distribution systems (GDS). These systems enable to travel agent staff to receive real-time updates on availability and prices and to make bookings.

Travel agencies typically take a percentage of the overall fee that a consumer pays, known as commission. Commission rates vary depending on the product and/or service that is sold. It is for this reason that consumers will sometimes pay more for a holiday booked through a travel agency than they would if they booked it directly with the suppliers.

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The different types of travel agents

There are four main types of travel agents in the travel and tourism industry: high street, business, callcentre and Internet. I will explain how each of these types of travel agents work below. BUT before you read on, hit play on my new YouTube video below!

High street travel agents have been around for a long time. Up until only a few years ago, high street travel agents were the most popular and themes common types of travel agents.

High street travel agents are typically found in major shopping areas, such as local high streets or in shopping malls.

High street travel agents typically have an area where holiday brochures are displayed and desks for consumers to sit at and talk than travel agent. Travel agent staff are generally very knowledgeable about the products and services thatchy are selling and offer high standards of customer service.

Many people continue to prefer house high street travel agents because they enjoy the face-to-face interaction.However, fewer and fewer people have been using travel agents in recent years. This has led to the closure of many high street travel agents.

High street travel agent examples: TUI, Hays Travel, Cooperative Travel

Business travel agents specialise in planning and booking travel for business purposes. Business tourism is one of the largest types of tourism . As such, this is an important type of travel agent.

Business travel agents do not always have a visible high street presence. Instead, they may be tucked away in office blocks or in quiet locations.This is because they do not tend to have walk-in business.

Business travel agents typically work with companies to organise business travel. Stays tend to be shorter than ordinary holidays. Business travel agents are popular because they help to save organisations timed money, given that they are able to quickly plan itineraries and book travel the best prices.

Business travel agent examples: Crystal Corporate, Click Travel, Kanoo Corporate

A call centre travel agent is a travel agent which is based in a call centre.

Call centre travel agents provide advice and guidance on booking your holiday via the telephone. Many major travel agencies will have call centres as wells high street shops.

Call centres have lower overheads than high street retailers because they do not have to pay premium prices for their offices- they have the flexibility to be based anywhere.

Some companies even choose to base their callcentres in developing countries, where wages and overhead costs are lower. However, this has been known to have a detrimental impact on the service offered due to language barriers and cultural differences.

Call centre travel agent examples: Flight Centre, Virgin Holidays

Internet travel agents are travel agents theatre based the Internet. This includes major travel companies as wells independent travel agents who are working from home.

Internet travel agents are the most popular types of travel agents nowadays. Many people prefer to book online.

Just like high street travel agents, Internet travel agents take a commission from the money paid by the consumer.

The rise of the Internet travel agent has been so significant in recent years that there is now a lot of competition in the marketplace. This helps to drive down prices and to make holidays more affordable to customers.

Internet travel agent examples: Expedia, Booking.com, Agoda

Types of travel agent businesses

The types of travel agents can also be distinguished by their business model. There are three major business models that are used: independent, multiple, miniple. I will explain what each of these are below.

An independent travel agent is an agent is a unique company. There is only one branch and it is not associated with any other travel agency stores or companies.

Independent travel agents are commonly found in small towns and villages. They are usually locally-run businesses. Because of scales of economy, independent travel agents are often not able to compete with the lower prices offered by larger types of travel agents.

Independent travel agents do not necessarily need to have physical travel agency. There are many people who are running their own, successful travel agency businesses from home. These are Internet travel agents who are operating on an independent basis.

Since COVID-19, many organisations have reduced their business travel requirements, opting instead for Zoom calls and webinars facilitated by the shut-in economy . It is predicted that this change will be irreversible and therefore that the need for business travel agents will be permanently reduced.

A multiple travel agent is one which has a chain of branches. They are typically large organisations with a strong high street presence.

Multiple travel agents did have a monopoly of the market for many years. However, they have struggled to compete with the Internet travel agents, who have fewer overheads and are more conveniently located- on a consumer’s computer/smart device!

Miniple travel agents are travel agents that have several branches. These are usually mid-sized companies. They are often regional.

As you can see, the travel agency market has changed a lot in recent years. We have moved away from the traditional multiple on the high street towards an Internet-based approach when researching and booking our holidays. Nonetheless, there does continue to be a desire for travel agents, albeit largely online.

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This blog explains who a Travel Agent is, what the different Types of Travel Agents are, and how they function in the tourism industry. It also provides some examples of each type of Travel Agent and their advantages and disadvantages for Travellers.

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Thus, understanding these different Types of Travel Agents can empower Travellers to make informed decisions. Moreover, it will ensure a more personalised and stress-free Travel experience that aligns perfectly with their unique needs and preferences. So, let’s delve in to learn more! In this blog, you will learn who a Travel Agent is, the different Types of Travel Agents and their roles and responsibilities in great detail. 

Table of Contents  

1) Who is a Travel Agent? 

2) What are the different Types of Travel Agents? 

     a) Independent Travel Agents  

     b) Online Travel Agents 

     c) Visitor information centres 

     d) High street Travel Agents 

     e) Business Travel Agents 

     f) Call centre Travel Agents 

     g) Multiple Travel Agents 

     h) Miniple Travel Agents 

3) Conclusion 

Who is a Travel Agent?  

A Travel Agent is a person or a firm that arranges Travel products and services for customers. These Agents can work as intermediaries or organisers. An intermediary Travel Agent acts for another party, such as an airline, a hotel, or a tour operator. They then plan a journey or a stay for a customer in return for a price. They also offer many services or a series of services, such as transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, and activities.  

What are the different Types of Travel Agents?  

There are many Types of Travel Agents in the tourism industry, each with its own characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. Let’s explore their different types: 

1) Independent Travel Agents  

Independent Travel Agents are self-employed or work for a small agency that is not affiliated with any larger network or organisation. They have more flexibility and autonomy in choosing their suppliers, products, and services. They can also offer more personalised and customised services to their customers, such as the following: 

1) Tailor-made itineraries 

2) Special deals 

3) Niche products 

Independent Travel Agents can operate online or offline and can specialise in a particular destination, market segment, or type of Travel. But such specialisations require possessing Specialised Travel Agents Skills . 

However, Independent Travel Agents may also face some challenges, such as limited resources, higher costs, lower commissions, and less bargaining power with suppliers. They may also have less visibility and credibility in the market and may struggle to compete with larger and more established Travel Agents. 

2) Online Travel Agents    

Online Travel Agents are Agents who operate exclusively on the internet, using websites, mobile apps, or social media platforms to offer and sell Travel products and services. Online Travel Agents have many advantages, such as the following: 

1) Lower overheads 

2) Wider reach 

3) 24/7 availability 

4) More convenience 

5) Choice for customers 

Online Travel Agents can also use technology to enhance their services, such as online booking systems, chatbots, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Big Data. Online Travel Agents can offer a variety of products and services, such as flights, hotels, car rentals, tours, cruises, and packages. Some examples of online Travel Agents are Expedia, Booking.com, Skyscanner, and Airbnb. However, online Travel Agents also face some challenges, such as the following: 

1) High competition 

2) Low customer loyalty 

3) Security and privacy issues 

4) Lack of human interaction 

5) Personal touch 

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3) Visitor information centres  

Visitor information centres are Travel Agencies that provide information and advice to tourists at the destination. They are usually located at airports, train stations, bus terminals, city centres, or tourist attractions. 

Visitor information centres can help travellers with maps, brochures, guides, timetables, bookings, reservations, and local tips. These centres can also promote and sell local products and services, such as souvenirs, crafts, tours, events, and activities.  

Some examples of visitor information centres are Visit Britain and Tourism Australia. Visitor information centres have the advantage of being close to the customers and having firsthand knowledge of the destination. However, visitor information centres may also have limited resources, staff, and products and may depend on the seasonality and popularity of the destination. 

4) High street Travel Agents  

High street Travel Agents operate from physical shops or offices on the streets or shopping centres of towns and cities. High street Travel Agents can offer a range of products and services, such as the following: 

1) Flights 

2) Hotels 

3) Car rentals 

4) Tours 

5) Cruises 

6) Holiday packages 

They can also provide face-to-face consultation, customer service, and after-sales support. Some examples of high street Travel Agents are Thomas Cook, TUI, and Flight Centre.  

High street Travel Agents have the advantage of having a strong brand presence, a loyal customer base, and experienced staff. However, high street Travel Agents also face some challenges, such as high rent, overheads, staff costs, low margins and commissions, and competition from online Travel Agents and direct suppliers. 

5) Business Travel Agents  

Business Travel Agents specialise in arranging Travel products and services for corporate clients, such as companies, organisations, or government agencies. Business Travel Agents can offer products and services that meet the specific needs and preferences of business travellers, such as the following: 

1) Flexible fares 

2) Convenient schedules 

3) Premium seats 

4) Airport lounges 

5) Meeting rooms 

6) Corporate discounts 

Business Travel Agents can also provide account management, reporting, invoicing, and Travel policy compliance. Some examples of business Travel Agents are American Express Global Business Travel, BCD Travel, and CWT. 

These Agents have the advantage of having a stable and profitable market segment, long-term contracts, and high-value customers. However, business Travel Agents also face some challenges, such as high expectations, complex regulations, and changing Travel trends and technologies. 

6) Call centre Travel Agents  

Call centre Travel Agents are professionals who operate from a centralised office or facility that handles a large volume of phone calls from customers. Call centre Travel Agents can offer and sell travel products and services over the phone, using a computerised reservation system and a script. Call centre Travel Agents can also provide customer service, support, and assistance. 

Some examples of call centre Travel Agents are Expedia, Priceline, and Travelocity. Call centre Travel Agents have the advantage of having lower costs, wider reach, and faster response than high street Travel Agents. However, they also face some challenges, such as high staff turnover, low customer satisfaction, and communication barriers. 

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7) Multiple Travel Agents  

They can also benefit from economies of scale, bulk buying, and brand recognition. Some examples of multiple Travel Agents are TUI, Thomas Cook, and Flight Centre. These Agents have the advantage of having a dominant market position, loyal customer base, and extensive distribution network. However, multiple Travel Agents also face some challenges, such as the following: 

1) High overheads 

2) Staff costs 

3) Competition from Online Travel Agents and direct suppliers 

8) Miniple Travel Agents  

Miniple Travel Agents operate as part of a small or medium-sized chain or group that has a few branches or outlets across different locations. They can offer a variety of products and services, such as flights, hotels, car rentals, tours, cruises, and packages. They can also provide more personalised and customised services, such as the following: 

1) Niche products 

3) Local expertise 

Some examples of miniple Travel Agents are Trailfinders, STA Travel, and Hays Travel. Miniple Travel Agents have the advantage of having a flexible and adaptable business model, a loyal customer base, and competitive prices. However, they also face some challenges, such as limited resources, bargaining power, and brand awareness. 

Conclusion  

We hope you read and understand the different Types of Travel Agents. The world of Travel Agents is diverse, catering to a wide range of traveller preferences and needs. From traditional brick-and-mortar agencies to online platforms and specialised niche Agents, there's a Travel Agent for everyone. Choosing the right one can enhance your Travel experience, making your journey smoother and more enjoyable. 

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Travel agencies in the United Kingdom - statistics & Facts

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Online travel agencies

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List of travel agents for direct marketing campaigns

More Than Words Marketing’s list of travel agents contains contact information for decision-makers and budget holders in UK travel companies.

Travel agencies are central to the UK travel industry. The role of travel agents is to act as intermediaries between consumers and tourism-related businesses.

More than £33 billion is generated by travel agents and tour operators in the United Kingdom each year.

There are three main types of travel agent:

• multiple – larger UK chains like Thomas Cook and TUI,
• miniple – have 5 to 50 branches
• independent – which cater to locals.

Using our database, you can find the exact agents you are looking for.

What’s on our travel business marketing database

Our travel companies list, part of our UK business database , comprises:

• 4,512 contact names for budget-holders with purchase authority in travel agencies
• 4,216 phone numbers (either direct lines or main switchboard)
• 1,882 contact email addresses
• 4,925 full postal addresses

More Than Words note – looking for a UK hotels database as well for your direct marketing campaigns? Please click for our list of hotels .

More Than Words note – looking for SIC codes for travel agents? The UK SIC code is 79110 – “Travel agency activities”. If a travel agent is also a tour operator, they may also list under UK SIC code 79100 – “Travel agency and tour operator activities”.

List of travel agents full service includes:

1. database of travel agents.

• an extensive list of travel agents and agencies
• travel agent email addresses and phone numbers
• you can use the data for 12 months after purchase, and
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2. Design of one email marketing campaign, three email broadcasts, and full follow-up reports

• one engaging and persuasive email design created by our in-house designers and copywriters
• using our trusted servers, we send three email campaigns
• you will receive a detailed report three days after each email campaign is sent, showing every email open and click.

3. After-sales service

• our in-house data technicians will help you use the data you purchase regardless of your technical level.
• during the licence, our team will review any campaigns you create yourself.

Which products and services are most in demand from UK holiday companies?

The way people take holidays is changing and UK travel services providers are having to adapt to their customers’ needs.

Joint travel agents and tour operators

In addition to their own package holidays, many travel agencies also offer holidays from other suppliers.

Holiday and tour operators rely on third-party providers to offer clients the best experiences while still maintaining manageable profit margins.

There is the opportunity to connect with other travel service decision makers to offer discounted hotels, flights, experiences, excursions, and so on their tours.

Vacation packages and volume-based deals

Can you offer travel agencies new worldwide travel experiences and deals that they can then pass on to their customers?

Inform the decision makers in travel agencies about luxury travel packages that offer customers a degree of choice when choosing their vacation.

Offer them marketing tools to help them sell your holidays to their clients by sharing positive reviews from previous travellers.

You can give travel agencies a discount for the minimum number of clients they can send on your tours and holidays, and further discounts the more they send.

Experience-based world travel

There are a wide range of holiday options available to clients today that were unimaginable twenty years ago.

From flying to less-visited destination spots to staying at hotels that embody local cultures, people search for adventures to create memories they share with their children and their grandchildren.

Are your vacation packages so unique that you can still count the number of people who have taken them?

Are you aware that more travellers would love your trip if they knew about it?

If so, let UK travel company decision makers know about it by email, phone, and post.

Delivering a website advantage

Clients expect travel agencies to have websites even if they have a retail presence.

Ultimately, travellers expect to find the best deals for the destinations they want to travel to and to select the cheapest flight tickets and the best hotels from an easy-to-use online menu.

User experience is key.

Even if a travel agent does not make the sale straight away when a visitor is on their website, every visit presents an opportunity to subscribe to their email newsletters.

Up to the point of sale, agents can inform clients about the latest deals, changes to flights from their local airport, exciting travel experiences, and new holiday destinations.

Could you help agents sell holiday packages, flights, hotels, and more via their travel website and email newsletters?

Show them how your solution can deliver commercial advantages.

The retail experience inside travel agency branches & offices

The need for retail branches and offices may not be as relevant as it once was due to online travel agency websites and booking platforms.

Clients can still go to travel agent offices for advice on where to travel, information on specific destinations around the world, and to book hotel and flight tickets.

In fact, you might be surprised at how much travellers want on-site experiences.

Retail travel agent shops in the United Kingdom (UK) decreased from 2016 to 2020 – most people expect it to be far more.

Can you help travel professionals offer a better experience at retail locations?

Business travel management

Travel agencies previously offering consumer-focused holidays and tour packages are now entering the business travel management sector.

Some large companies employ in-house travel managers to manage their corporate travel. Others hire outside corporate and business travel management agencies.

Of particular use to business travel management companies are software packages which allow them to:

• book trips,
• monitor and manage individual spend,
• provide travel support,
• book group travel,
• organise ground transportation, and
• negotiate corporate rates within chains of hotels.

Marketing to travel agents

Using our list of travel agencies, you can gain access to the budget-holders within the travel and tourism sector.

Direct marketing (email, telephone, and postal marketing) provides opportunities to reach your targeted list of travel agents with the goods and services they are looking for.

With direct marketing, you can control your audience making it easier to ensure the right content gets to the right people.

Can I carry out email marketing campaigns to travel agents with the database?

Email marketing campaigns are cost-effective. Once you’ve obtained a travel agent contact database and a low-cost or no-cost emailing platform, you can send thousands of emails without having to pay for each send.

DMA data shows that email marketing offers a ROI of around £42 for every £1 spent, making it one of the most cost-effective methods of marketing.

Once your B2B email database is uploaded to an email marketing platform, much of the process is automated. Analytics reports measure the performance of your email and help you make adjustments for better results.

We can recommend email marketing platforms when we speak with you.

Can I carry out telemarketing campaigns to travel agents with the database?

You can make telemarketing calls to your target contacts using a travel agent database.

Using B2B telemarketing for direct marketing yields instant results.

Calls are a great way for sales representatives to gauge prospects’ interest and answer questions to quickly qualify holiday company leads.

A good telemarketer turns a call into a two-way dialogue in which the prospect is able to establish trust with the business, and they tailor their offers accordingly.

B2B telemarketing is a personal way to reach your contacts and makes them feel more invested in your company – and people answer calls more than they open marketing emails.

For your peace of mind, our British travel agents B2B telemarketing data is guaranteed to be accurate.

Are you able to run email and telemarketing campaigns for my company?

More Than Words’ managed B2B email marketing campaigns save you time and energy.

A team of copywriters, designers and campaign planners will work with you from concept to implementation.

We provide you with full campaign analytics to help you adapt your campaign over time.

Our managed B2B telemarketing campaigns are carried out by our team of experienced telesales professionals.

Using phone calls, we can generate leads or learn more about the decision makers within the travel companies you’re targeting.

Many of our clients use our telemarketing services to arrange appointments with prospects for their own sales teams.

Find out more about our database of travel agencies

More Than Words’ list of travel agents provides key information about the industry’s decision-makers including contact details.

We can help you maximise the number of leads and sales you generate from your marketing campaigns. Call 0330 010 8300 or click here to email our marketing databases team.

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What Are Different Types of Travel Agents?

Whether you’re looking for a sunshine holiday on the beach, hiking in the mountains or a skiing break in the Alps, booking everything on your own can be a hassle. But that’s where your travel agent swoops in to save the day. These professionals are there to help you craft the holiday of your dreams and will organise everything for you. 

While most of us tend to use the same type of travel agent, it may surprise you to learn that there is more than one type. In this short guide, we’ll be discussing the roles of various types of travel agents and how they might help you. 

What Does A Travel Agent Do?

One of the primary roles of a travel agent is to advise clients on destinations and types of holiday. If you’re unsure of where you’d like to travel, they will ask you questions and get to know your preferences which will allow them to suggest the best options for you. 

What’s more, a travel agent’s job is to organise and plan aspects of your holiday. They will do as much or as little as you would like. Some people require minimal assistance while others expect their travel agent to arrange everything so all they need to do is turn up at the airport ready to relax and get away from it all. 

Another thing that travel agents excel in is working to the client’s budget. Whether you’re looking to travel frugally or are willing to splash out, they’re trained to find the best deals to suit your budget. 

The First Travel Agents

While it might be easy to believe that travel agents are a relatively recent type of business, you may be surprised to learn that the concept is more than 175 years ago! Thomas Cook was the first travel agent in the world and was established in 1845. 

Thomas Cook is now an online only travel agent and sadly it’s airlines and physical stores went under just a few years ago. However, this pioneering company started by transporting 500 people from Leicester all the way to Scotland on a tour of the country. This might sound like something one could organise by themselves today, but back then, it was a real mean feat!

What Are The Different Types of Travel Agents In The UK?

Depending on who you are, why you’re travelling and what you need from a travel agent, you might hire one of four main types. These are business travel agents, high street travel agents, call centre travel agents and online, or web-based travel agents. Moreover, each of these types of travel agent will fall into one of three categories. Let’s look at these first. 

Travel Agent Categories

The first category of travel agent is the independent travel agent. These are small businesses that only serve their local area. They may be family owned businesses and working with these travel agents is beneficial to your local community. 

Alternatively, you might opt to work with a multiple travel agent. These are larger companies that have chains across the country. They usually have a physical retail outlet, many of which are found on your local high street. 

Finally, there are miniple travel agents. These are very similar to multiple travel agents but tend to have a lot more outlets. 

Types Of Travel Agents

So, let’s get down to the main point of business; types of travel agents. As we mentioned earlier, there are four main types. Here’s a run down of what each of them does. 

High Street Travel Agents

The high street travel agent is one of the most traditional types of this business. It’s only been in recent years that their popularity has waned. Before this, anyone looking to head off to somewhere exotic or adventurous would have popped into their local branch.

If you walk through your local town, you’ll still see plenty of high street travel agents dotted about. Inside, there will be a range of brochures and information on various destinations as well as the option to sit down with the travel agent and discuss your choices and make a booking. 

Business Travel Agents

Where high street travel agents are there to assist people travelling for pleasure, a business travel agent helps those who are travelling for work. Not surprisingly, this is one of the biggest areas of business in travel and tourism but you might not be aware of your local business travel agent as they don’t usually have a physical store or office on the high street.

When travelling for business, many companies are looking for the best deals as this saves money for the organisation. A business travel agent is trained to help with this and ensure the best travel and quality for the lowest possible cost. 

Call Centre Travel Agents

As you may guess from the name, these types of travel agents are based in a call centre. This offers convenience to the client as they are able to have an interaction with the travel agent without leaving the comfort of their own home. You’ll find that most of the high street agents also have a phone service so you can still benefit from their wide knowledge and expertise.

Online Travel Agents

In an age where most of us rely on the internet, it’s no wonder that online travel agents have become one of the most popular choices. A lot of high street companies have an online service and there are independent agents who work for themselves that operate solely online.

In order to make a profit, these travel agents take a commission from the client which is common across the business. But what’s great about this type of travel agent is that since there is so much competition, prices are always very generous so you’ll usually find that you get a very lucrative deal. 

If you’re heading off on an adventure or want to see the world then working with a travel agent is the easiest way to do this. These experts know all about destinations, ways of travel, culture, weather and much more. They’ll get everything booked up for you so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

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TMCs, Corporate Travel Companies & Business Travel Agencies in the UK

List of business travel agencies operating across the uk.

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Here is the most comprehensive list of travel management companies and business travel agencies operating across the United Kingdom.

Travel Management Companies & Smaller Business Travel Agents in the UK.

• ACE Travel Management  London
• Agiito Derby
• Applehouse Travel  London
• arrangeMY  Worcester
• ATPI  London
• Avocet Travel Management  Horley
• Beyond Business Travel Belfast
• Business Travel Centre  Manchester
• Capable Travel Limited  London
• Clarity Business Travel Multiple UK Offices
• Click Travel  Birmingham
• Corporate Travel Management (CTM)  London
• Corporate Travel Services Edgeware
• Corporate Traveller  Multiple UK Offices
• Cresta Business Travel Altrincham
• Crystal Corporate Travel Management  London
• Dawson & Sanderson Corporate Travel Services Whitley Bay
• DialAFlight Corporate Travel Multiple UK Offices
• Elite Bookings UK Ltd  Wolverhampton
• Fello  London
• Global Travel Collection London
• Global Travel Management  Woking
• Good Travel Management  Hessle
• Gray Dawes Group  Multiple UK Offices
• Harridge Business Travel  London
• Hays Travel for Business  Sunderland
• Hermes Travel  London
• Inntel  Feering
• Isleworth Travel Management  Isleworth
• Kanoo Travel Ltd  Multiple UK Offices
• Lupus Travel Management  Tunbridge Wells
• Matrix Travel Management  Aylesbury, Northampton
• Meon Valley Business Travel  Leicester
• Midas Travel Management London
• Norad Travel Management  Liss
• QA Travel Aberdeen
• QCTM – Quintessentially Corporate Travel Management  London
• Review Travel  Handforth
• Saren Travel Group – Gorseinon
• Screen and Music Travel Limited  Colnbrook
• Selective Travel Management Belfast
• Skytrak Travel Hounslow
• TAG  Multiple UK Offices
• Take Two Travel Solutions London
• The Lux Travel Group  London
• The Travel Group Bedford
• The Travel Professionals Ltd  Cobham
• Total Management Travel  London
• Travel Avenue – Manchester
• Travel Counsellors for Business  Manchester
• Traveltrust Global  London
• Uniglobe Gemini Travel Staines-Upon-Thames
• Venture Partners London, Leeds, Edinburgh, Aberdeen
• Wayte Travel Management  Multiple UK Locations
• West End Travel Ltd  London
• Wings Travel Management London
• Your Travel Corporate  Maidstone

What are Business Travel Agents?

Other travel management companies in the UK

• A1 Travel Services
• Abbotts Travel
• Access Bookings
• Alba Travel
• Allied Traveller
• American Express Global Business Travel
• Anderson Business Travel
• Atlas Travel
• Baldwins Business Travel Management
• Banks Sadler
• Barnes Corporate Travel
• Barrhead Business Travel
• Barton-Knott Travel
• Baxter Hoare
• Bellingham Travel
• Beaver Travel
• Blue Marine Travel Services
• Blue Cube Corporate Travel Management
• BS Executive Travel
• Burgess World Travel
• Business First Partnership
• Business Travel
• Business Travel Connections
• Business Travel Direct
• Business Travel Solutions Ltd
• Business World Travel Ltd
• Cambridge Business Travel
• Carlson Wagonlit Travel
• Cassis Travel Services
• Chartwell Travel
• City Travel
• CJL Total Travel Management
• Clyde Travel Management
• Corporate Travel Concierge
• Corporate Travel Plus
• Corporate Travel Services
• Creative Travel & Event Management
• Cresta World Travel
• Crown Travel
• CT Business Travel
• CTMS Travel Group
• Destinations
• Diversity Travel
• DP & L Travel Management
• DS Travel Management
• DW Travel Services
• Easy Avenues
• Echelon Travel
• Emerald TMC
• Equilibrium Travel Management
• Eton Travel
• Farleigh Travel
• FCM Travel Solutions
• Five Star Travel
• Flight Centre Business Travel
• Flightline Travel Management
• Fly Blue Travel
• Fred Olsen Business Travel
• Full Circle Travel
• Gates Travel
• Gazelle Travel
• Giles Travel
• Global Business Travel
• Gloucester Express Business Travel
• GSM Travel Management
• Hawk Travel
• Hotel and Travel Solutions
• Howards Way
• Hyperion Travel
• Ian Allan Travel
• Ian Dickson Travel Service
• INC Travel Group
• Indus Experiences
• Infinity Travel
• Ison Travel
• It’s the Way To Travel
• Jigsaw Travel
• John Proctor
• JTA Travel Management
• Keir Woodward Travel
• Marine Travel
• Medway Travel Management
• Midlink Travel Services
• Millennium Corporate Travel
• Millington Travel
• Niche Travel
• Norseman Travel
• NYS Corporate
• Omega World Travel
• Piper and Rose
• Portman Travel
• Propeller Travel
• Redfern Travel
• Reed Mackay
• Reigate Travel
• Rima Travel
• S&N Pickford
• Scotts Travel Management
• Sheffield Express Business Travel
• Simplexity Travel Management
• Sterling Travel Management
• Stewart Travel Management
• Sunways Travel
• Team Umbrella
• The Travel Bureau
• The Travel Business
• The Travel Company Edinburgh
• Total Management
• Transit Management
• Travel Bureau
• Travel Harbour
• Travel Management Group PLC
• Travel Places
• Travel Solutions International
• Travel Tailor
• Travel Time Group
• Uniglobe Omni Travel
• Uniglobe Preferred Travel
• Uniglobe Premier Travel
• Uniglobe Prestige Business Travel
• Uniglobe Total Travel
• Victor Manni Travel
• WD Corporate Travel
• Wexas Travel Management
• WGT Corporate Travel
• White’s Travel

What is Miniples travel agency?

these are companies with a small number of branches often in a particular geographical area. A good thing about these companies is that they can offer the personal touch by being able to give independent advice on holiday choices. Another advantage is they can achieve more economies of scale than independents because they only have to pay one licence fee for all branches whereas an independent will pay a license fee once but only to cover one shop as they are not part of a branch. Also if an employee of a miniple becomes ill then cover can be arranged from another branch whereas an independent will not have this cover and may have to carry on being under staffed lowering sales and customer service. However a disadvantage of miniples compared to independents is that they have less choice, all the branches will have to look the same, the same shop window set up and advertise the same deals.

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What is miniples travel agencies and example of miniples travel agencies?

sir/mam, i just want to ask if do you have employee his name is tony watson?

What is an independent travel agency?

An independent travel agent is often owned by a family or partnership and are private companies. These Outlets are more likely to be found in smaller towns has they cannot afford rent of prime locations. Many Independents are bought out by Miniples and Multiple chains. Independent travel agents rely on repeat business.

Is there a travel agency in UK called tradewinds travel agency?

Trade winds travel agency.

Is there a travel agency in Lagos called- Nigeria Globe Travel Agency?

is there a travel agency in Lagos, Nigeria called Nigeria Globe Travel Agency? No

Is there a travel agency in united kingdom named vlex world travel agency?

Yes, so a travel agency simply name in vlex world travel agency.

Is there a Barcley Travel Agency In UK?

barcaly travel agency

Is kuoni a travel agency or a place on earth?

Kuoni is both a travel agency and a location. Kuoni is located in India. The travel agency offers travel to many locations around the globe. The Travel agency can be found online.

What does miniples mean?

a miniple travel agent is a company with small number of branches often in a particular geographical area. They pride themselves on being able to give independent advice on holiday choices and a personal service to their clients. having a branch network gives miniples the chance to negotiate more favourable terms with principals.

What is Brazil travel agency?

Brazil travel agency means travel packages providing by a company or agency in Brazil. There are many of travel agencies in Brazil but Hotel Urbano is one of the best and popular agency in Brazil.

Is there a travel agency called barcely travel agency in London?

ignore it that was a scam....

When was Area - travel agency - created?

Area - travel agency - was created in 1937.

Is there a travel agency in united kingdom named world links travel agency?

yes and they travel the world

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