Article provided by Harvey World Travel
For independent travel agencies today, the struggle is real. At Harvey World Travel, we understand the challenges you face as a small to medium business in this industry. While you offer personalised service and local expertise, established travel brands hold sway with brand recognition, buying power, and access to exclusive deals. But what if you could combine the best of both worlds?
At Harvey World Travel, we provide the resources and support you need to turn some of these challenges into opportunities and help you transform your travel business. We are a well-known and respected travel brand with a history of providing consistent customer service and unique travel experiences. By joining our franchise, you benefit from the instant credibility that comes with the Harvey World Travel name and the might of the Bidvest brand, a JSE-listed company.
What’s in it for you?
- Flexibility and freedom: You’ll enjoy the flexibility and freedom of running your own business while benefiting from the support and resources of a larger organisation. You’ll still have the autonomy to make your own decisions and build your business as you see fit while also having the support and guidance of an experienced team.
- Training: Take your skills to the next level with our customised training. Empower yourself through our mentorship and confidently grow your business with us by your side every step of the way. Our training programs cover everything from sales and marketing to operations and customer service.
- 24-hour support: Your travellers will have access to first-class travel support around the clock. Our dedicated teams support travellers anytime, anywhere. This means you save on staff costs and improve your employee value proposition as staff can now work normal office hours.
- Cutting-edge technology: We invest in cutting-edge technology for you. This helps our franchisees stay ahead of the curve. Our proprietary systems and tools are designed to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
- A diverse range of products: We offer a wide range of travel products, from luxury cruises to budget-friendly packages. This allows you to cater to a range of customers, from budget-conscious travellers to high-end luxury seekers.
- Employee wellness: We believe in the power of people which is why, even as a small business, you’ll have access to an Employee well-being programme that focuses on health and well-being in the workplace. You don’t have the burden of procuring your own program and our investment helps you maintain a high level of performance in all areas of your business.
- Competitive collaboration: We’ve got your back. With us, you have access to business forums, networking opportunities and a community of entrepreneurs with whom you can collaborate.
- Exclusive business insurance rates: We have you covered with competitive rates for personal indemnity and cyber security insurance to mitigate risk to your business.
- Strong marketing and branding support: We provide our franchisees with strong marketing and branding support, including access to a comprehensive marketing toolkit, social media support and ongoing campaigns to drive traffic and boost sales.
- Growth opportunities: You’ll have access to growth opportunities that might not be available to independent travel agencies. We are constantly expanding our network and investing in new products and services, giving you the opportunity to grow your business and take advantage of new revenue streams.
Running a small travel business can mean sleepless nights and long working hours. We know what works and what doesn’t and our proven business model speaks for itself. If you are looking for a competitive advantage, a sustainable business partnership and maybe a weekend off again – reach out to Harvey World Travel for more information.
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