Freedom to Take Off

Have you ever visited a place that completely resets you and reminds you what space, beauty and stillness really feel like? This episode came from that exact experience. I did not plan to record a travel focused episode, yet Turks and Caicos had such an impact on me that it felt impossible not to share. What began as a holiday quickly turned into something far more grounding, reflective and unexpe...

Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to build a travel business from home that offers both freedom and financial stability? In this episode, I open up about how my travel business works and why I chose this model after exploring countless options. I wanted to share the truth behind what's often misunderstood, the structure, the opportunities, and the incredible potential that comes from comb...

What does freedom really look like when you stop waiting and start living? In this episode, I reflect on a whirlwind few months filled with travel, transformation, and a major milestone in my business journey. From sun-soaked beaches in Kefalonia to the electric energy of a global convention in Orlando, I share the highs, the lessons, and the moments that made me pause and appreciate how far I've...

Have you ever wondered what it would really be like to turn your passion for travel into a business? In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with my friend and travel colleague Carmen Roberts, a seasoned BBC travel journalist and TV presenter, to explore why running a travel business is not only possible but deeply rewarding. Carmen shares her journey of moving from traditional media into the w...

Have you ever wondered how you could turn something you love into a thriving business that also serves your community? In this episode of  Freedom to Take Off , I had the pleasure of sitting down with Louise, the owner of the Tandridge Independent , our local newspaper. What struck me most during our conversation was how passion, persistence and community spirit can merge to create a sustainable b...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to blend business growth with unforgettable travel experiences? In this episode I take you behind the scenes of one of the most extraordinary weekends of my life, a trip to Monaco that was so much more than luxury hotels and helicopter rides. It was a powerful reminder of the perks, personal growth, and genuine connections that come with running your own trave...

Have you ever found yourself dreaming of more freedom, but unsure how to make it happen? In this episode of Freedom to Take Off, I speak with the remarkable Lisa Francesca Nand, travel journalist, podcaster, and entrepreneurial powerhouse, about how a career steeped in storytelling and luxury travel evolved into something unexpected yet deeply fulfilling: building a business in the world of travel...

Have you ever dismissed network marketing because of outdated assumptions or fear of judgement? When I first heard the term network marketing, I, like so many others in the UK, was sceptical. I thought it was one of those things, a pyramid scheme or something where people earned money off the backs of others. I made up my mind that I would never go near it. Yet here I am, sharing my own reflection...

In this episode I talk with two of my team members Lucy and Jo as they share how they got started with their own travel business and how they are growing it alongside a full time career and parenting, and why they're not going to stop. Mentioned in this episode: Want to learn more about starting your own travel business? Email me for a free information pack:  kimcooper99@gmail.com Website: www.the...

Why start a Travel Business? In this episode of Freedom to Take Off, Kim interviews her friend Katherine about their journey into the travel business. They discuss how they discovered the opportunity, the importance of building a community, and the benefits of creating passive income. The conversation also touches on travel trends, the power of networking, and the diverse experiences that come wit...

What does the future of my travel business look like? And how can you build one too? Welcome back to Freedom to Take Off! Over the past episodes, I've shared my journey, rom turning travel into a business to helping others create their own path to flexibility and independence. Today, I want to take you behind the scenes of how my business is growing and where I see it going next. If you told me ye...

Ever wondered what it's really like to run a travel business and how it can completely transform your life? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what life has looked like since I started my travel business and how it's become something so much more than just a job. It's opened doors I never imagined possible: doors to new cities, dream hotels, unforgettable experiences, and friendships...

Have you ever reached a point in life where you finally had time for yourself and wondered what to do with it? For me, that moment came when all three of my wonderful kids; Harry, Charlie and Molly, had grown up and flown the nest. For the first time in decades, I had space to do something just for me. What started as a simple curiosity quickly turned into a full-blown travel business, and in this...

Hi, I'm Kim Cooper, and after raising three kids, moving countries, and living the expat life, I found myself with the empty nest!    With my youngest off to university and my husband still flying back and forth to Budapest every week for work… it hit me. This was my time. I needed a purpose, something to fill that time which I hadnt had before and had always been so busy.   I'd spent years making...