Have you ever reached a point in life where you finally had time for yourself and wondered what to do with it?

For me, that moment came when all three of my wonderful kids; Harry, Charlie and Molly, had grown up and flown the nest. For the first time in decades, I had space to do something just for me. What started as a simple curiosity quickly turned into a full-blown travel business, and in this first episode of Freedom to Take Off, I’m sharing the honest, behind-the-scenes story of how it all began.

I’ll take you through my journey from expat life in Romania and Budapest, to returning to the UK and reigniting my passion for travel in an entirely new way. You'll hear how I overcame my doubts (and my Scottish scepticism!) to step into something I never thought possible, running my own business in an industry I’d never worked in, and loving every minute of it.

It wasn’t just about travel; it was about confidence, identity, and discovering that it’s never too late to start again.

What I cover in this episode:

• Why I started my travel business after 20+ years out of work
• How I went from booking our own family trips to earning commission on holidays, concerts, and events
• The incredible support and training available, even with no prior experience
• What it actually means to run a travel business from anywhere (yes, even from a corner suite at Malmaison!)
• Why this opportunity works for everyone, from mums and nurses to CEOs and students
• How you can get commission on travel you’re already booking
• The freedom of choosing your own hours, clients, and location, with no sales pressure or targets

Key lessons:

1. It’s never too late to start something new, no matter how long you’ve been away from traditional work.
2. Saying “yes” to something outside your comfort zone can lead to an entirely new life.
3. You don’t need experience to succeed, you just need curiosity, community, and a willingness to learn.
4. The travel you’re already doing can earn you money, with the right tools and platform.
5. There’s no one way to do this business, it truly fits around your life, whether as a side hustle or full-time gig.

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Want to learn more about starting your own travel business?
Email me for a free information pack: kimcooper99@gmail.com

Website: www.thelatitudecollective.com

Thanks so much for tuning into the very first episode of Freedom to Take Off. If you’re feeling that itch to do something for you, to travel more, and to take control of your time and income, I’m here to help.

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