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A simpler way for travel agents to book travel.

How 1000 Mile Travel Group optimized leisure travel booking for Independent Advisors

In the fast-paced world of travel, 1000 Mile Travel Group faced a common challenge: empowering their independent travel advisors with efficient booking tools. Enter Sabre Red Launchpad, a game-changing application that promised to provide independent advisors with an approachable way to book multi-source content and earn commissions without needing to become GDS experts.

It’s easy to take-off with Sabre Red Launchpad.

Sabre Red Launchpad solves for us the ability to provide a platform to our independent contractors and travel advisors around the country, the ability to book air, hotel and car all in one place.

Nicola Veltman 
Founder and CEO | 1000 Mile Travel Group


Picture an independent travel advisor juggling multiple travel websites, struggling to find the best deals for their clients. This was the reality for many at 1000 Mile Travel Group. They needed a unified solution that could simplify this dilemma.

“We needed the ability to book air, hotel and car all in one place. Sabre Red Launchpad allows travel advisors time back in their day, the ability to be more productive and the ability to add more revenue into their business at the same time.”


1000 Mile Travel Group didn’t just adopt Sabre Red Launchpad; they became pioneers. They worked hand-in-hand with Sabre, providing feedback that shaped the product’s evolution.

“Sabre has been a fantastic partner to work with. We’ve been working with them consistently and very regularly. All they’ve wanted is feedback from us.”

That collaborative approach allowed Sabre to create an application truly tailored to the needs of independent travel advisors.


The impact of Sabre Red Launchpad on 1000 Mile Travel Group has been nothing short of transformative. It’s become an essential part of the offering and a cornerstone of their business strategy.

“This product is part of our offering. It’s part of our package. Every new independent contractor or agency that comes on board with us, this will be part of what they receive.”

With Sabre Red Launchpad, 1000 Mile Travel Group isn’t just keeping pace with the travel industry – they’re leading the way, empowering their advisors to provide better service, increase productivity, and boost revenue. It’s a partnership that promises to keep them at the forefront of travel management for years to come.