Overwhelmed by all the acronyms and "must-have" courses being thrown at new travel agents?

You’re not alone—and you’re not falling behind.

In This Episode:

• Do you actually need to be certified to sell travel in the UK?
• What CLIA, ABTA, and ATOL actually mean—and who they matter to
• The difference between useful training vs money-wasters
• Confidence vs Competence

You’ve got the dream—now let’s get you set up to make it happen.

In this episode, Peter walks you through everything you need to launch your travel business from home—without overspending or overthinking it. From workspace essentials to simple digital tools, you’ll get the practical guidance you need to feel ready and confident from Day One.

In This Episode:

• How to set up a workspace that boosts focus—even if it’s just a corner of your home
• Tech and tools to get started (spoiler: most are free!)
• What a professional setup looks like to clients
• How to start acting like a business owner before you make your first sale

https://hometravelagent.co.uk/

In this first episode, Peter Stamford walks you through the realities of becoming a home-based travel agent—beyond the glossy Instagram reels and beach laptop dreams.
You’ll learn:

• What this career is really like day-to-day
• The key traits successful agents have (it’s not just being “good at sales”)
• Common myths that might be holding you back
• A few powerful questions to help you decide if this is truly the right path for you

If you’re exploring the idea of becoming a travel agent—or if you’ve already started and need a little clarity—this episode is for you.

https://hometravelagent.co.uk/