WhatsApp Travels is a hidden goldmine that almost nobody is paying attention to — but the demand is massive.
It’s the simple idea of starting a WhatsApp group, channel, or community where you post travel-related updates. This can include flight ticket deals, visa-free countries, travel hacks, JAPA routes, study-abroad tips, relocation programs, tourist packages, and even job opportunities abroad. You don’t need to be a travel agent. You don’t even need to travel. All you need is access to travel-related info, platforms, or people — and the consistency to turn that info into value.
And where do you post all this? WhatsApp.
Why? Because travel decisions are personal. People are emotional about travel. They don’t want to scroll websites endlessly. They want short, clear, useful info delivered to them — from someone they trust. Someone they can text directly and ask: “Please, how legit is this?”
That’s where you come in.
You’re the plug. You’re the one who helps people stay ahead of opportunities — from cheap flight hacks to countries that just opened new visa routes to student offers that close in 2 weeks. And you don’t need any capital to start.
With the JAPA wave going strong, the travel craze isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Young Nigerians are hunting for:
- Canada express entry tips
- Study abroad with scholarship
- Work and travel programs
- Schengen visa updates
- Low-cost airline routes
- Visa application guides
- Relocation options to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Holiday trips, Dubai tours, Maldives getaways
How to Start
Let’s say you’re starting from scratch. No travel experience. No business registration. Just your phone.
Here’s how to set everything up and run it like a pro.
Step 1: Pick a Travel Angle That Solves a Pain Point
Don’t try to be a general travel agent on WhatsApp. That’s boring and confusing. You want to pick a specific angle or sub-niche that solves a direct pain point.
Here are examples of travel angles that perform well:
- Budget travel deals (cheap flights, tours, student packages)
- Study abroad with scholarships
- JAPA relocation tips and updates
- Work and travel programs
- Visiting visa hacks and updates
- Family relocation options
- Airline promo trackers (Air Peace, Qatar, Rwandair, Turkish)
- Dubai & Middle East travel (visa + job bundles)
- Tourism & adventure (honeymoon, solo travel, group trips)
- African-to-Africa travel hacks (e.g., Nigeria to Rwanda, Ghana, Kenya)
- Student visa coaching (Canada, UK, USA)
Pick one, start with it, build an audience — and expand later if you want.
For example, a group called “Canada Student Visa Connect” will attract the right crowd fast, compared to “Travel Updates NG.” Be specific.
Step 2: Create the WhatsApp Group, Channel or Broadcast List
Once you’ve picked your travel angle, create your WhatsApp base.
You can use:
- A group if you want conversation, community, and Q&A
- A channel if you want a clean feed of updates without distraction
- A broadcast list for sending personal-feeling updates (but they must save your number)
Group name ideas:
- “Budget Flight Plug NG”
- “Canada Study & PR Updates”
- “Visa Hacks + Promo Alerts”
- “Relocate Smart – Work & Study Deals”
- “Europe Travel Lite NG”
- “Skysaver – Cheapest Flights Daily”
- “Dubai Travel & Job Bundles”
Write a short group description like:
“We drop daily updates on cheap flights, visa routes, JAPA tips, and study abroad deals. No spam. No fake agents. Only verified opportunities for smart travellers.”
Post a pinned welcome message that:
- Explains what you post
- Sets the tone (e.g., no spam, no unverified info)
- Drops your service list (e.g., visa coaching, referrals, flight booking)
- Shares links to your premium group or booking form
Let them know you’re not here to waste time.
Step 3: Start Posting High-Quality Daily Travel Updates
Your daily posts should educate, alert, and excite. People want updates that are:
- Short
- Verified
- Actionable
- Clear
- Urgent (e.g. “closes in 3 days”)
Types of posts you can share:
- “Air Peace Abuja to Dubai for ₦375k round trip – valid till April 30”
- “New JAPA route alert: Croatia now taking skilled workers – 2-year visa”
- “Germany student visa now allows part-time work – Apply before July”
- “10 cheapest countries Nigerians can enter visa-free in 2024”
- “How to get South Korea visa as a Nigerian (Step-by-step PDF)”
- “IELTS alternative now accepted by Canada for study permit”
- “France Youth Mobility program – For Nigerians 18–30 years”
You can also share:
- Video links on travel tips
- Screenshots of your successful visa updates
- Proof of booked flights or successful client stories
- Testimonials from travelers you helped
- Articles, visa news, and embassy updates
- Booking links for trips or group tours
Make your posts feel helpful, real, and urgent. Example:
✈️ Flight Deal Alert:
Lagos to Nairobi (Kenya Airways) – ₦185,000 return
Travel period: May 10 – June 25
Baggage: 23kg + 7kg hand luggage
Visa: E-visa (₦25k) – takes 24hrs
How to book: [your affiliate link]
Note: Limited seats. Book within 48hrs.
Once people start seeing value, they’ll keep checking every day. And they’ll start bringing others too.
How to Monetize It
Now let’s break down how to make money from WhatsApp Travels — even if you’re not a travel agent.
- Become a Travel Plug and Take Commissions
You don’t have to book flights yourself. Just connect people to flight vendors or agencies and take a commission per deal.
For example:
- You refer someone who wants to book a ₦500k Canada ticket
- You agree with your agent to earn ₦10,000 from every referral
- You just made money for sending a WhatsApp message
Same thing for:
- Visa applications
- Airport pickup
- Hotel bookings
- Travel insurance
- Yellow card arrangements
- Forex exchanges
Become the middleman between demand and supply.
- Sell Premium Access to VIP Travel Info
You can create a VIP Travel Group that gives:
- First access to flight deals
- Hidden visa loopholes
- Express booking help
- Weekly visa coaching sessions
- Free PDFs and templates
- 1-on-1 question access
Charge ₦3,000 to ₦20,000 monthly, depending on the value. Even 50 people paying ₦5,000 monthly = ₦250,000/month. This is perfect for people who are serious about relocating or studying abroad.
- Sell Travel Ebooks or Visa Guide PDFs
This one is big and 100% passive. Write a PDF and sell it repeatedly.
Ideas:
- “How to Get UK Student Visa Without IELTS” – ₦2,500
- “JAPA 101: 30 Visa Routes Nigerians Can Use in 2024” – ₦3,000
- “Visa Interview Questions + Answers That Work” – ₦2,000
- “How to Relocate to Germany Without a Degree” – ₦2,000
- “20 Cheapest Countries Nigerians Can Visit in 2024” – ₦1,500
Sell them via WhatsApp, Selar, Paystack, or Google Drive. Each PDF can bring in ₦100k+ monthly once it goes viral.
- Get Paid to Promote Travel Services
If your group gets big (500+ members), travel agencies and vendors will pay you to advertise:
- Tour deals
- Flight offers
- Visa assistance
- Study abroad services
- Hotel bookings
- Airport pickups
Charge:
- ₦5,000 to ₦15,000 per sponsored post
- ₦10,000 to pin their ad for 3 days
- ₦30,000–₦50,000/month for ad slots
Make sure your audience trusts you first.
- Offer 1-on-1 Coaching for JAPA/Study Visa
Once you’ve posted for 2–3 months, people will start DMing you for personal help.
Offer a simple session:
“Want me to review your visa plan, suggest options, or guide you through your process? Book a 1-on-1 session – ₦5,000 for 30 mins.”
Even if you’re not an agent, you can help by:
- Sharing links
- Explaining embassy procedures
- Sending document samples
- Helping them avoid scams
- Connecting them to real agents
You’re not selling travel — you’re selling clarity.
How to Promote It
It’s not enough to have the group — you need to grow it fast. Here’s how:
- Use WhatsApp Status to Attract Curious People
Post things like:
- “5 countries Nigerians can enter visa-free with just ECOWAS passport”
- “I just helped someone get a cheap Qatar ticket for ₦290k. Want in?”
- “New JAPA route alert just dropped in my group. You’re sleeping on this.”
Then add:
“Join my Travel Updates WhatsApp group here: [link]”
Repeat this daily. The more value you post, the more curious people get.
- Drop Updates in Facebook & Telegram Travel Communities
Search for groups like:
- Travel Agents Nigeria
- Nigeria to Canada JAPA Connect
- Study Abroad Deals NG
- Visa Update Alert
- Budget Travel Deals Africa
- Relocate Smart (JAPA Hub)
Post travel hacks like:
“I just found a flight from Lagos to Istanbul for ₦250k return. Travel May–June.
If you want more travel updates like this daily, join my WhatsApp group here: [link]”
This will go viral, especially when you drop legit value.
- Encourage Referrals with Incentives
Tell your members:
- “Refer 5 friends and get a free travel PDF”
- “Top referrer wins ₦2k airtime”
- “Invite 10 people and get my 20-country visa list for free”
Referral + value = rapid growth.
