Travel Counsellors experienced a tremendous start to December with remarkable sales figures.
- In just the first week of December 2024, Travel Counsellors achieved £17.5 million in group sales.
- This marked a significant 31% increase compared to the same timeframe the previous year.
- The new financial year, commencing November 1st, has also shown a 19% rise in sales, reaching £114 million.
- Travel Counsellors continues to harness advanced technology and human connections to drive business growth.
In an impressive display of commercial success, Travel Counsellors, known for its innovative approach in the travel sector, reported £17.5 million in sales during the initial week of December 2024. This achievement signifies a substantial 31% increase from the same period last year, underlining a robust start to the month.
From the beginning of the financial year on November 1, the firm has amassed £114 million in sales, reflecting an impressive 19% rise year-on-year. Such growth can be attributed to the company’s strategic initiatives and its achievement of the £1 billion sales milestone.
A noteworthy portion of the initial December sales, amounting to £8.6 million, stemmed from the premium leisure market. This segment experienced a 38% growth, showcasing the increasing demand for luxury travel experiences.
Significantly, over half of these sales (51%) were derived from bespoke TC packages. The ‘TC Journeys’, a recent feature on the company’s platform, includes over 266 unique itineraries, bolstering the company’s position as a leader in personalised travel services.
Additionally, over the last six weeks, TC Journeys facilitated 339 unique customer enquiries, contributing to tailored travel planning and enhancing customer service.
Moreover, corporate travel also demonstrated growth with UK corporate sales reaching £23.8 million, marking a 12% increase from the prior year. This indicates a resurgence in business travel activity.
Steve Byrne, CEO of Travel Counsellors, emphasised the importance of community and customer service, stating, ‘Our strong sales growth … reflects the power of our community, who demonstrate care, commitment and human touch to every customer interaction.’
Following its recent ‘30 Beyond’ conference in Manchester, Travel Counsellors outlined its future-focused strategy that melds cutting-edge technology with personal customer experiences. This approach is designed to empower travel entrepreneurs and facilitate business expansion.
This remarkable growth in both leisure and corporate sectors reinforces Travel Counsellors’ prominence in the travel industry.
