Business & agents · 8 min read
Starting a Home-Based Travel Agency: A Practical 2026 Guide
Published October 12, 2026
You don't need a storefront to run a travel business. Many successful agents start from home with a laptop, a niche and the right booking tools.
Pick a niche
Diaspora travel, group trips, honeymoons, sports fans or business travelers — a clear focus makes marketing far easier.
Check local requirements
Rules for selling travel vary by state and country. Some US states require seller-of-travel registration; check yours before taking payments.
Get booking and payment tools
Paylo Partners gives you live fares, payment links and automatic ticketing from $29/month, so you can start without airline accreditation.
Find first clients
Start with your network, community groups and social media. A fast, professional quote with a payment link wins trust.