Become a Travel Helper

Travel Helper Masterclass

Do you love travel and helping others? There is a growing demand for skilled, professional companions who can guide seniors, families, and individuals with mobility or medical needs through today’s complex travel landscapes.

Designed and taught by Travel Helpers founder Cyndi Glidewell (former business executive with over 3 million miles flown, Registered Nurse, and author), this class equips you with what you need to know to launch your career or business as a dedicated travel companion.

Course Modules & Curriculum

• Identifying Travelers in Need Understand who needs companion travel support (elderly travelers, post-surgery patients, disabled individuals, and anxious flyers) and learn strategic ways to reach them.
• Defining Scope of Practice Establish the legal boundaries of a travel companion, defining exactly what you can and cannot do to maintain legal safety and passenger security.
• Liability, Insurance, & Waivers Learn how to protect your independent business and your travelers with standard liability coverage, companion insurance, and clear liability waivers.
• Custom Companion Pricing Master the mechanics of structuring and pricing your companion services on a per-trip basis, accounting for duration, complexity, and specific care requirements.
• Client Intake & Fit Assessments Develop a rigorous client intake process to evaluate traveler readiness, review medical clearances, and verify travel eligibility.
• Airline Coordination & Booking Logistics Learn how to navigate complex transit systems, set up wheelchair assistance, coordinate pre-boarding, submit medical clearance forms, and handle companion booking rules.
• Emergency Preparedness & Protocols Formulate detailed, actionable safety plans and emergency protocols to handle travel delays, health changes, or transit disruptions.
• Strategic Business Marketing Build a referral network by marketing your companion services directly to families, hospitals, discharge planners, and senior living facilities.