Build Your Travel Business Your Way – With the Support to Grow It
Travel Resources Group is a boutique host agency for independent travel advisors who want to maintain ownership of their brand, build a profitable niche travel business, and have experienced mentors supporting them every step of the journey.
Independent Advisor Focused
Travel Leaders Network Member
Personalized Coaching
Community Driven Support
Trusted by Independent Travel Advisors Across the United States
Travel Resources Group has spent 20 years, and counting, supporting 20+ independent travel advisors and their niche travel brands through our boutique community.
Awarded by Host Agency Reviews:
Travel Resources Group is the proud recipient of the Nebula Award, Supernova Award, and Constellation Award for three consecutive years. It remains our distinct honor to receive consecutive Luminary Award recognition from Host Agency Reviews.
Review our complete profile and independent ratings on Host Agency Reviews.
Find the Support That Fits Your Stage of Business
New Travel Advisors
Starting a travel business can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to figure it out alone. Travel Resources Group provides mentorship, training, technology, and a clear roadmap to help you confidently launch and grow your business from day one.
Growing Travel Business
As your client base expands, you need more than basic hosting. Travel Resources Group gives you access to coaching, marketing resources, supplier relationships, and business support designed to help you streamline operations, increase sales, and scale sustainably.
Established Advisors
Experienced advisors deserve a host agency that respects their expertise and independence. With Travel Resources Group, you keep your own brand and niche while gaining a supportive community, advanced resources, and strategic guidance to help your business thrive long-term.
Why Independent Travel Advisors Choose Travel Resources Group
- Build under your own brand
- Personalized coaching
- Mentorship from experienced advisors
- Community support
- Technology tools
- Travel Leaders Network benefits
- Supplier & vendor relationships
- Business growth guidance
Experienced Support Backed by Strong Industry Relationships
Meet the Leadership Behind Your Success
With more than fifteen years of dedicated service in the travel trade, Managing Partner Ilja Chapman understands exactly what independent advisors require to remain competitive. Based in the Florida Keys since 2006, our leadership team provides the reliable resources and operational freedom that professional advisors trust.
Meet Advisors Who Built Their Business with Travel Resource Group
Emily Rolewicz
Travel Resources Group
“When I decided that I wanted to become a travel advisor, I really had no idea where to start. I am SO glad that I found TRG! I’ve exceeded my goals each year for the past two years that I have been a travel advisor and I couldn’t have done that without the TRG community support.”
Catherine “Bit” Devine
Byways and Backroads
“As a longtime travel advisor, I left commission on the table for years until I found the right boutique host agency. Joining Travel Resources Group opened doors, brought me into a thriving travel community, and helped me grow my income and my confidence.”
Chris Lucas
Sealuke Scuba Travel
“As a specialized dive instructor looking to turn a passion for the ocean into a thriving travel agency, finding the right host structure was essential. Partnering with a boutique host agency like Travel Resources Group provided the precise personal support, specialized tools, and community needed to manage complex group travel.”
At Travel Resources Group, you are never just a number.
What is a Boutique Host Agency?
- More personalized support
- Direct access to leadership
- Individual coaching
- Community culture
Getting Started is Simple
1
Schedule a Discovery Call:
Choose a date and time to book a strategic discovery call. We will discuss your unique business goals and determine if the boutique model of Travel Resources Group aligns with your specific travel business niche.
2
Explore Your Options:
Gain direct access to your client relationship management (CRM) platform, preferred supplier credentials, and executive business coaching. New travel advisors receive a step-by-step business initialization bootcamp, while established travel professionals have the option to work through the bootcamp they also can migrate their business to our network right away.
3
Build Your Business:
Go live with your independent brand identity or work under the Travel Resources Group brand and begin booking client itineraries. New advisors are fully equipped to transition seamlessly from business setup to their very first booking, while experienced advisors retain their established momentum from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Our Host Agency
What commission splits does Travel Resources Group offer?
Travel Resources Group provides transparent, top-tier commission models tailored to your experience level. Progression through the tier model is based on the commission earned by the travel advisor.
Start commission splits: 60% advisor / 40% agency.
Progressive commission splits: 70%/30%, 75%/25%, 80%/20%
We do not charge hidden administrative fees, ensuring you retain the maximum profitability from your independent travel bookings.
Can I operate under my own travel brand name?
Yes. We believe your travel business belongs entirely to you. You maintain complete professional freedom to cultivate your unique travel niche and market your services under your own distinct brand name. You also have the option to build your business under the Travel Resources Group brand. The choice is up to you!
What training is available?
Travel Resources Group offers training to all advisors that join the host agency. Check our full list up support here.
You will also gain access to our Startup Roadmap will guide you in setting up your business for success. It is designed to be completed in 90 days, but you can also work at your own pace. Learn more about our Startup Roadmap here.
What technology do travel advisors receive?
Travel Resources Group travel advisors receive their own seat in our branch of the Tern AI-driven CRM system where you can develop professional proposals, streamlined itineraries, and automate your client journey and workflows.
Travel advisors will also receive Travel Leader Network benefits and their own profile on our consumer webpage powered by Agent Profiler.
