Travel Counsellors – “I Don’t Even Call it a Job, I Love What I Do!”

Explore the success stories of Travel Counsellors who are building thriving businesses and achieving their goals. From collaborative teamwork to family-focused entrepreneurship, and from major milestones to the benefits of flexible working, these stories highlight what’s possible.

Rosemary Chawke from Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, started life as a Travel Counsellor 20 years ago, after her longstanding employer closed their travel business. Having control over her work-life balance and earnings has proven to be a fantastic career move for Rosemary and her family.

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Flexibility, support and community

Lisa O’Brien, based in Midleton, Co. Cork, brings 15 years of travel trade experience to her role as a Travel Counsellor. She shares how the flexibility of running her own business has transformed her life, allowing her to be present for every school event and parent-teacher meeting, while always feeling fully supported by the Travel Counsellors community.

“The community at Travel Counsellors is absolutely incredible. The biggest myth I had when starting with Travel Counsellors was that I’d feel alone working day by day, but that is not the case. It’s the furthest from the truth”

Listen to Lisa share her story. 

No experience, but have a passion for travel?

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At Travel Counsellors, we believe that every moment is an opportunity to make a difference – to your career, your future, and your life. Our Travel Academy is designed to help you unlock your potential, giving you the tools and support you need to transform your passion for travel into a successful career, whatever your background. 

 Meet Eleanor, joined by her husband Paul who supported her as she took the leap from working for one of the top 5 accountancy firms to launching her own successful travel business through our Travel Academy. 

Want to benefit from industry-leading technology?

From admin, finance, marketing, product, IT, business support, technology and everywhere in between – we’ve got you covered. Our people are our biggest asset and with our global support team, we have always got your back because simply put, we’re not successful until you are.

We’re investing in the tech that will transform the way you work. From working to your strengths in TC Teams, and designing travel the easy way with our interactive itineraries and TC Journeys, our industry-leading technology will help you scale your business in a way that works for you and your customers.

The next onboarding dates for new business owners are: 3^rd August, 31^st August and 28^th September 2026. The training combines online learning with in-person sessions at Travel Counsellors’ HQ in Mahon, Cork.

To learn more call 21 6036121 or visit https://people.travelcounsellors.com/ie/become-a-travel-counsellor/ to find out how we’ll support you every step of the way as you grow your own travel business.