Join the #1 Home-Based Travel Agency Franchise. Cruise Planners’ business-in-a-box model (combined with much heart, soul and personal attention) gives you everything you need to grow your own successful travel business.
Cruise Planners Franchise Overview 2025
JOIN THE #1 TRAVEL AGENCY FRANCHISE
As a Cruise Planners franchise owner, you will run your own travel advisor business from anywhere while having the support and leverage of the nation’s largest travel franchise. We provide you thorough training and on-going coaching to establish and grow your business.
Earn Money Selling Travel
Each franchisee earns money by doing what they love most—talking about travel! The expert training you receive will help you to plan cruises, land tours, all-inclusive resort vacations and more for your clients.
Our home-based model gives you the flexibility to work your business from anywhere you choose—no storefront required!
Unlike other travel franchises, our corporate office does not own competing travel companies and does not sell travel.
Our focus is entirely on building your business. And our executives aren’t just figure heads—they are hands-on and 100% dedicated to your success.
The franchise fee is $10,995 but for a limited time, we’re taking $1,000 off our franchise fee*. Claim your special pricing while it’s still available and see why now is a great time to invest in a Cruise Planners franchise.
Capitalize on the Surge in Travel
The Demand for Travel is RED HOT!
One thing we know is the travel industry is incredibly resilient. We know this because across the board, cruise lines and travel companies are recording record numbers of people booking travel to make up for lost time. And in a big way. Clients are booking bucket list and big-ticket luxury trips and the trend isn’t stopping anytime soon.
The demand for travel is high and travel advisors will be key to the rebirth of the travel industry.
Marketing + Technology = Your Passport to Success
The “MarTech” at Cruise Planners is what truly gives us an edge over our competitors. Our award-winning marketing and advertising programs are designed to do all the heavy lifting for you, without any hefty monthly fees.
And our technology—created specifically for Cruise Planners—includes a robust CRM and booking system, agent and client mobile apps, email automation platform and Amazon Alexa compatibility allow you to sell more and truly work from anywhere.
Are You the Ideal Cruise Planners® Franchisee?
Cruise Planners® franchise owners come from all different backgrounds, are at many different stages of life and are motivated for different reasons. Quite simply, there is no average Cruise Planners® travel advisor. Whether you are a work-from-home parent looking for flexibility to match your family’s busy schedule, a seasoned professional looking for a change but not quite ready to retire, or just someone looking to break into the travel industry, Cruise Planners provides you the tools to grow a successful business that matches your lifestyle and goals.
- Retirees – Stay active in retirement and do something you love. Whether you work part-time or fulltime, Cruise Planners allows you the flexibility to work on your terms while still leaving plenty of time for travel.
- Work From Home Parent – Don’t feel stuck choosing between career and family. Cruise Planners provides the flexibility to run a successful business while never missing important family activities and milestones.
- Young Professionals – Escape the 9-5 grind and pursue your passion, all while making money. Cruise Planners lets you take control of your career and gives you the flexibility to travel the world.
- Teachers – As a teacher, you know how to take care of others. Why not trade lesson plans for travel itineraries? Cruise Planners can be your perfect part-time opportunity or an exciting fulltime career change.
- Military – Life doesn’t always stay in one place. Whether you are active military, transitioning into civilian life, a veteran or a military spouse, Cruise Planners lets you work on your own schedule from anywhere in the world.
- First Responders – Whether you are looking to supplement your income or transition into a new career, Cruise Planners is the perfect, flexible franchise option for police officers, fire fighters, EMTs, nurses and other first responders.
- Travel Industry Professionals – Cruise Planners was founded by travel agents, so we understand better than anyone the needs and demands of travel professionals. See what sets us apart from other franchises and host companies.
Travel Agent Perks
- Discounted travel agent rates
- Cruise Planners hosted familiarization trips, where you get to experience the travel product
- Reduced hotel rates
- Conventions
- Annual top producers’ trip
- Ongoing inclusive training to help maximize sales and use of technology
- Business development team to answer any questions and guide you along the way
- Home Office Care Team to support
- Award winning marketing at little cost
- Work from anywhere
JUMPSTART YOUR JOURNEY WITH A TURNKEY BUSINESS
How Cruise Planners Made Dave's Dream of Business Ownership Possible
“After working as an operating room nurse for 20 years, I wanted to do something that would broaden my horizons and allow me to share my love of travel with others. With hard work and the exceptional training, marketing assistance and all round support from the home office, I am now a full-time, home-based travel professional. Joining the Cruise Planners family was the best career choice I’ve ever made!”
“John and I have been with Cruise Planners for 11 years and we are amazed at the exciting vehicles they constantly create for us to market to our clients. Thanks to the Creative Center, the home office can send us just about any size ad that fits our advertising needs – quickly.”
“I’ve been a Cruise Planner for four and a half years. I had previously been in retail and have really enjoyed the flexibility, creativity and freedom of owning my own business. I love the support and relationships I have with other agents and the home office team – it’s a strong family atmosphere that we all benefit from. I highly recommend joining because it’s a great company and it’s definitely changed my life. It is, after all, how I met my husband! And I think it will change others’ lives as well.”
“Cruise Planners delivers. They have a solid reputation, welcoming family atmosphere and professional, personal service. From the first phone call our experience was golden. We knew immediately this was the right choice and their Corps Care program was an excellent final touch.”
