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Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bournemouth travel company to hold conference on cruise ship
A Bournemouth-based travel company is holding a conference on a cruise ship. Not Just Travel's Platinum Conference, open to its top-performing consultants, will take place aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Getaway. The ship will set sail from Miami on Wednesday, November 19 and will dock back in the American city on Monday, November 24. The five-night Caribbean cruise will take in three Bahamian ports, including Nassau, Bimini and NCL's private island, Great Stirrup Cay. Bahamian ports and business sessions blend on five-night training voyage (Image: Supplied) The conference will be attended by more than 300 consultants, double the number that attended the inaugural conference last year. Steve Witt, co-founder of Not Just Travel, said: "Three years ago we hosted our first ever seminar at sea on the NCL Prima for 120 consultants. "We have upped the ante in immersive training events; this is a conference like no other. "We're proving that success in travel doesn't just bring income – it brings incredible experiences, too." Workshops and panel sessions will take place on board, led by Not Just Travel's top-performing agents and team of experts. In addition to the cruise, consultants will have the chance to visit other ships in Miami from brands such as Oceania and Regent Seven Seas.
TTG
24-06-2025
- Business
- TTG
Not Just Travel hosts exclusive Midsummer celebration
Held in the picturesque grounds of the stunning Victorian country manor Easthampstead Park in Berkshire, the event on 21st June welcomed nearly 300 attendees and took place on the Summer Solstice. Consultants and their families were treated to classic fairground games, giant inflatable slides and bouncy castles that kept both children and adults entertained throughout the afternoon. A pizza van served up pizzas on demand, and an ice cream stand ensured everyone stayed cool and refreshed in the summer heat. Adding an extra sparkle to the day were celebrity ambassadors Eamonn Holmes OBE and TV presenter Hayley Sparkes, who took the time to meet attendees, pose for photos, and chat with the company's growing community. Consultants were able to connect, not only with each other, but also with the wider team, including co-founder Steve, the BDMs and staff members, who were all on-hand to share ideas, answer questions, and simply enjoy the day together. Throughout the afternoon, consultants also had the opportunity to network with five top travel suppliers - Inside Travel Group, Classic Collection, Travelpack, EasyJet, and Oceania. The industry partners brought Prosecco, goodie bags, and valuable insights, ensuring the event was both enjoyable and informative. Everyone then came together for a magical sunset BBQ white party, dancing well into the night. Steve Witt, co-founder of Not Just Travel said: 'This was more than just a free party for our members — it was a celebration of everything Not Just Travel stands for: a sense of community, unwavering support, meaningful connections and the kind of team spirit that makes being part of this business truly special.' Not Just Travel consultant Becky Westaway said: 'The family day was a great opportunity to not only catch up with colleagues and our favourite suppliers but also to introduce our family to our work one. The kids had a great time playing in the sunshine and bouncing on all the inflatables while we ate pizza and ice cream and caught up with friends. It was a fabulous day out, generously hosted by the NJT HQ team.'
Travel Daily News
11-06-2025
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Not Just Travel launches 'game-changing' bootcamp
NJT's +720 home-based travel consultants to benefit from expert-led, 8-week Not Just Travel's online training programme designed to deliver consistent customer growth. Leading homeworking travel agency Not Just Travel has unveiled an innovative new online training initiative to support its network of over 720 travel consultants in tackling the industry's most pressing challenge: consistently finding the right customers. The Finding Customers Bootcamp is an 8-week programme launching on Thursday 12 June. It aims to equip Not Just Travel consultants with a simple step-by-step system to attract, convert and retain high-quality clients – those who value their expertise, book repeatedly, and refer friends, rather than simply shop around based on price. Steve Witt, co-founder of Not Just Travel, says: 'We have an industry leading team of travel and marketing experts in our HQ and so we're utilising that valuable talent. The Bootcamp has been developed in response to a widespread issue across the travel trade: while passion for travel runs deep, many consultants admit they didn't enter the industry to become marketers — and often feel lost, inconsistent or overwhelmed when it comes to lead generation. 'This game-changing Bootcamp addresses that head-on. It's about replacing random tactics and second-guessing with one clear, consistent strategy. We're giving our consultants a proven system they can trust, backed by hands-on support, live coaching and ready-to-use tools. This is about building real momentum — not just for now, but for the long-term.' The Core Bootcamp, runs for eight weeks and will give consultants a solid marketing foundation, teaching them how to build a sustainable pipeline of customers, create lead-generating content quickly and regularly secure both repeat and referral customers. Most importantly, it helps consultants turn casual social media followers into loyal, paying customers. Following the 8-week core programme there are six additional bonus strategy modules offering more advanced tactics for accelerating business growth including networking, Facebook Groups and PR Strategies. Each week's training is supported with practical resources including scripts, templates, and bite-size video content to reinforce learning. Optional drop-in sessions will also be available for extra support and live feedback. Steve Witt concludes: 'Not Just Travel has long been regarded as a disruptor in the travel franchise market, as we place strong emphasis on ongoing training and mentorship. This Bootcamp is set to further that reputation, providing both new and experienced consultants with the confidence and clarity to grow sustainable travel businesses.'
Travel Daily News
09-06-2025
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Not Just Travel expands BDM team with Chris Winpenny
Not Just Travel appoints Chris Winpenny as Business Development Manager to enhance support for its expanding network of UK homeworking travel consultants. Not Just Travel has announced the appointment of travel industry veteran Chris Winpenny to its Business Development Manager team, further strengthening the support network for its growing community of homeworking consultants. Chris Winpenny brings over 17 years of travel sector experience to the role, including eight years at luxury operator Kuoni where he held multiple positions spanning store management, virtual call centre operations, retail marketing, events coordination and mentoring. Beginning his career at First Choice, Winpenny has cultivated extensive supplier relationships across the industry that will prove invaluable in his new position supporting Not Just Travel's consultant network. 'Chris's strategic appointment demonstrates our continued investment in providing award-winning support and mentorship to our travel consultant community,' said Steve Witt, Co-founder of Not Just Travel. 'His energy and enthusiasm for business development, goal-setting and strategic planning makes him a valuable recruiting catch for our team. Chris's experience in creating and hosting bespoke events is a true asset, and his track record of nurturing talent aligns perfectly with our commitment to helping our consultants achieve their full potential.' Winpenny expressed excitement about joining the forward-thinking homeworking group: 'I'm looking forward to helping the travel consultants thrive and flourish in their businesses. Paul Harrison and Steve Witt are co-founders who are future-focused. They don't wait around for the next travel trend, but use technology and networks to drive the business forward in pioneering ways. Not Just Travel is among the most advanced companies I've seen.' The appointment comes as the company continues to expand its presence in the UK homeworking sector, with the company reporting strong recruitment and sales growth in recent months.
