Want to know how to start a travel business with zero investment?

In this deep-dive podcast, we sit down with Karthik, a travel industry veteran with 17 years of experience, to uncover the "nitty-gritty" of becoming a successful travel entrepreneur.

This is the one video you need to watch if you want to move beyond being a "travel agent" and become a true industry leader.

We break down the exact strategies used to build a high-profit travel brand, from operational secrets to the future of tourism.

What You Will Learn:

👉 The Operational Blueprint: Learn the "nitty-gritty" details like crisis management, hotel SOPs, and vehicle backup plans.

👉 Profit Maximization: Discover how to find high-margin opportunities in cruises, travel insurance, and international tour packages.

👉 Marketing & Branding: Why "Creator-turned-Founder" is the most powerful business model in 2026.

👉 Future Trends: Stay ahead of the curve with insights into spiritual tourism, wellness retreats, and the next decade of travel tech.

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Timestamp

0:00 - Introduction & Travel Agency Evolution

6:34 - Crisis Management & Business Evolution (1990-2026)

14:19 - Hotel Checklists, Ground Transport & Secret Sauce

20:07 - Revenue Streams, Upselling & Cost Breakdowns

26:45 - Essential Rules, Scams & Online/Offline Dynamics

35:32 - GDS, Car Rentals, Insurance & Starting Small

45:56 - Niches: Seniors, B2B/B2C & Budget International Travel

1:02:40 - Golden Calls, DMCs & Handling Cancellations

1:17:03 - Future Trends: Spiritual Tourism to Space Travel

1:29:44 - Marketing, Corporate Tie-ups & MICE Tourism

1:50:26 - Creator Economy, Travel Academy & Community Building

2:08:53 - Final Advice, Mentorship & Closing Thoughts

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