INDEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP

For established travel businesses that don't want to be managed

INDEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP

For established travel businesses that don't want to be managed

A consortia model built around your business, not the other way around

Full control of your brand, systems and commercial strategy. Backed by the scale, buying power and expertise of Advantage.

WHO INDEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP IS FOR

Built for businesses that already work – and want to work better.


  • Established leisure and business travel agencies
  • Multi-branch or high-turnover single-site businesses
  • Tour operators and specialist travel companies
  • ATOL, ABTA or IATA licence holders


Trusted by some of the UK's most established travel businesses.

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WHAT YOU GET WITH INDEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP
Independent members benefit from the collective power of Advantage, while remaining in full control of how they operate.
Commercial Partnerships

Increase margin through market-leading commercial terms

Commission Incentives

Access to override programmes and enhanced earning opportunities

Marketing Support

Grow demand with ready-made campaigns you can brand as your own

Product Specialisation

Access to to specialist programmes including Cruise, Luxury, Touring and Adventure.

Learning & Development

Training and development across marketing, leadership, compliance and HR

Dedicated Support

A dedicated Business Development Manager focused on growth

Business insurance bonding

Access to optional financial services including bonds, insurance and supplier failure cover

Events & Networking

Invitations to networking events, conferences and supplier forums

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WHAT MAKES INDEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP DIFFERENT?

No direction. No restriction. No compromise.


  • You retain full control of your brand, pricing and customer relationships
  • You decide which suppliers, services and programmes you use
  • You are not required to use a central booking platform or fulfilment model
  • You are free to evolve your business as your strategy changes


There is no forced direction, no mandated technology and no loss of autonomy.

HOW INDEPENDENT COMPARES

We offer three clear membership routes to support different business needs.

Managed Services

Operational, financial and compliance support included

Managed supplier and service framework

End to end managed solution

Independent

Full brand and operational control

Flexible supplier and service choice

Optional financial and compliance services

Homeworking

Designed for individual sellers

Centralised systems and support

Hosted model

Our team will help you choose the model that fits your business today, with the flexibility to move as your needs change.

HOW INDEPENDENT COMPARES

We offer three clear membership routes to support different business needs.

Managed Services

- Operational, financial and compliance support included

- Managed supplier and service framework

- End to end managed solution

Independent

- Full brand and operational control

- Flexible supplier and service choice

- Optional financial and compliance services

Homeworking

- Designed for individual sellers

- Centralised systems and support

- Hosted model

Our team will help you choose the model that fits your business today, with the flexibility to move as your needs change.

FLEXIBILITY AS YOUR BUSINESS EVOLVES

As your business grows or changes, your membership can evolve too.


Independent members can move between Advantage membership models, including Managed Services or hybrid solutions, without disruption.

IS INDEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP RIGHT FOR YOU

Independent membership is likely the right fit if you:


  • Already have strong operational capability
  • Want to improve margins without adding complexity
  • Value autonomy and commercial control
  • Are looking for a long term partnership rather than a franchise


If you are at an earlier stage or need a fully managed solution, another Advantage membership model may be more suitable.

REQUEST A COMMERCIAL COMPARISON


To explore Independent membership, speak to our Membership team for a confidential conversation about your business and goals.


We will help you understand whether Independent membership is the right fit, or if another Advantage model would better support your plans.


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