Company Details

Founded
2013
Host Type
Host Only
Franchise
Currently Accepting
Beginner Agents, Experienced Agents
Accepts Agents in
USA
# of Contractors
350
# of Agencies
Members US
Members Canada
Members w/storefront
Members home-based
Annual Sales
$117 million
Languages Spoken
English
Business Attributes
Network Sales
Profile Updated
07/21/2025
GDS
Sabre
Consortia
Accreditations
ARC, CLIA, IATA
Members of
ASTA, IGLTA, PATH
Seller of Travel
California, Florida
E&O Insurance Included
Focuses
Adventure, Cruise, Groups, Leisure, Luxury, Ethnic, Honeymoon/DWs, FITs

Program Details

Ticketing Service for non-GDS Agents
Minimum Sales Requirement
Required to use Franchise Brand
Charge for Ticketing
Lead Program
Lead Belongs to
Charge for Leads
Education Program
IC Education, In-person, On-demand
Allows Sub-agents

Pricing & Commission

Franchise Start Up Fee
0.0
Military/Veteran discounts
Accreditation Number Required
Start Up Fee
$0–$10,000
Location Requirement
Home-based
Annual Fee
$0–$2,500
Monthly Fee
Commission Split Range
70% to 100%
Frequency of Commission Payments
Every Two Weeks
Method of Payment
Direct Deposit

Technology & Tools

Marketing Programs
Direct Mail, Consumer Magazine, E-mail Marketing, Social Media Tools
Leisure Tools
Air Booking Tool, Cruise Booking Tool, Hotel Booking Tool
Corporate Tools
Air Program
Commission Tracking
Itinerary Builder
Forms and Templates
Website Program
Accounting
Booking Tool
Analytics
Payment Solutions

About Gifted Travel Network

About Gifted Travel Network

Our mission and passion is to cultivate success through travel entrepreneurship by providing award-winning professional development programs, impeccable service, and a collaborative community.

At Gifted Travel Network, we recognize your entrepreneurial drive and celebrate your wins. There's a reason why our industry colleagues say there's something different about our advisors. The difference is our dedicated, engaged, and passionate community.

Why Do Advisors Choose Us?

We provide an elevated hosting experience designed specifically for the luxury travel advisor. Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Exceptional, Personalized Support: Our dedicated team is committed to your success, offering tailored guidance and hands-on support every step of the way.
  • Unmatched Access & Status: Impress your clients with exclusive perks through our Virtuoso affiliation and elite hotel partnership programs.
  • A Collaborative, Growth-Minded Community: Surround yourself with driven peers in a vibrant, engaged community that inspires continuous learning and growth.
  • High-Touch Mentorship: Whether you're just starting or scaling your business, our personalized mentorship helps you build with clarity and confidence.

Professional development for advisors at every stage

Explore which of our award-winning professional development programs within Travel Business University (TBU) is the right fit for your goals. If you’re ready to move forward, simply fill out the application below to take the next step in your business journey.

  • Travel MBA: If you're new to the travel industry, this is where your journey begins. Our 12-month signature program is designed to help you build a solid foundation for your travel business. Through step-by-step training, personal mentorship, and group collaboration, the Travel MBA sets you up for long-term success from day one.
  • Ascend: Ready to refine your brand and increase profits? Ascend is a dynamic, 3-month program created for experienced advisors who want to grow with intention. With a fully customizable curriculum, you’ll be able to focus on the specific areas of your business that need elevation—whether that’s marketing, operations, or client experience.

  • Accelerate: Looking to scale your business and step into a high-level hosting environment? Accelerate is for established advisors who are ready to grow with purpose. This program provides direct access to mentorship, strategic business support, and a collaborative community—all designed to help you thrive under the Gifted Travel Network umbrella.



If you're serious about building a thriving travel business, we invite you to take the next step. Submit your application today!


Listen to our Podcast - The Travel Business Unpacked

Hosted by Meredith Calloway, this podcast is your gateway to discovering how to turn a love for travel into a thriving career. Explore inspiring stories, expert insights, and proven strategies for building a sustainable and lucrative travel business. Whether you're dreaming of making a career leap or seeking fresh ideas to grow your existing travel venture, this is the podcast for you!

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Gifted Travel Network

Luminary Awards

Supernova AwardSupernova Award
Data Scientist AwardData Scientist Award
Galaxy AwardGalaxy Award
Constellation AwardConstellation Award
Nebula AwardNebula Award

Team Members

Jen Cochrane
Jen CochraneCo-Founder, Chief Executive Officer
Meredith Calloway
Meredith CallowayCo-Founder, Chief Membership Development Officer
Sandy Saburn
Sandy SaburnChief Comminications Officer
Kristin Matthews
Kristin MatthewsVP of Professional Development
Hannah Reitz
Hannah ReitzVP of Operations
Amy Pearson-Jensen
Amy Pearson-JensenTravel Business University Mentor Manager
Shannon Cunningham
Shannon CunninghamDirector of Engagement
Stephanie Jones
Stephanie JonesMembership Development Specialist

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