Cash flow tracks money received and paid during a chosen period. Positive cash flow means more came in than went out; negative cash flow means the reverse. A business can make a profit while still having too little cash to meet its immediate bills. Source: British Business Bank: Cash flow

Put payment dates beside each booking

For a travel business, record expected customer receipts beside supplier payment dates. Include refunds and everyday running costs in the same view. This helps the team see a timing gap before a payment falls due, rather than judging available money from the booking total.

Check which cash is available

Identify money subject to contractual or protection arrangements before planning spending. Ask the finance lead to confirm what is available for operating costs. Keeping that distinction visible helps prevent a bank balance from being treated as a spending budget.

Written and updated by Travelgenix. Sources checked on 19 October 2026. Practical advice and examples are Travelgenix editorial guidance.