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Cruise Planners

$9K-$11K

Start Up Cost

$2K-$24K

Total Investment

2023

Member Since
  • Headquarters: Coral Springs, FL United States
  • Franchising Since: 1994
Cruise Planners is the nation’s largest home-based travel franchise, supporting a network of more than 3,000 franchise owners across the United States. Founded in 1994 by travel advisor and entrepreneur Michelle Fee, the company pioneered a low-cost, work-from-anywhere franchise model within the travel industry. Recognized by Entrepreneur as the #1 home-based travel franchise for 18 consecutive years, Cruise Planners enables franchise owners to operate independent travel advisor businesses offering cruises, land tours, all-inclusive resorts, flights, travel insurance, and more. The corporate office does not sell travel or compete with franchisees, maintaining a franchisee-focused support structure.
Veteran discount rating

Cruise Planners is committed to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and military families through a structured franchise incentive program. Qualified veterans are eligible for a reduced franchise fee of $6,995 (standard franchise fee up to $10,995). The home-based franchise model allows veterans to build independent travel businesses without a storefront requirement and with relatively low overhead. The opportunity is designed for individuals seeking flexibility, scalability, and the ability to operate their business from anywhere. Cruise Planners has been consistently recognized by Entrepreneur, Franchise Business Review, and U.S. Veterans Magazine for its support of veteran franchise owners.

YOUR ADVENTURE AWAITS

A low-cost, home-based travel franchise opportunity allows entrepreneurs to build independent businesses within a growing global industry. No storefront is required, helping maintain lower overhead compared to traditional retail franchise models. Ongoing royalty fees range from 0% to 3% commissionable sales.

For a limited time, new franchise owners can qualify for our exclusive travel franchise promotion, which includes their first trip on us plus the opportunity to earn commission on that booking. This free travel incentive is designed to give you immediate, real-world experience while accelerating your travel agent startup from day one.

Franchise owners receive comprehensive onboarding, including a six-day in-person training program in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, continuing online education, and access to a dedicated business development coach. The system also provides proprietary CRM and booking technology with integrated AI tools, award-winning marketing programs, and ongoing operational support designed to help owners establish and scale their travel businesses.

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