Questions?

Your income depends on your effort, time, and business goals. Some franchise owners treat their home-based travel agency as a side business, while others operate full-time and build six-figure incomes. During your due diligence process, you’ll have the opportunity to speak directly with Cruise Planners® franchisees about their real results. To better understand potential ROI and earning factors, explore our guide on breaking down travel franchise fees and real ROI.

Cruise Planners teaches you how to attract and retain clients through proven marketing systems. At STAR University®, you’ll learn acquisition marketing strategies, community networking, and how to use Cruise Planners’ suite of tools like automated email campaigns, a personal website, and social media templates. For additional tips on building your customer base, visit how to get clients as a home-based travel agent.

Today’s travelers want expert guidance, personalized experiences, and reliable service that booking sites can’t offer. A certified travel advisor saves clients time, money, and stress by finding the best value and handling every detail. You can learn more about the benefits of using a travel agent and how Cruise Planners advisors provide unmatched customer support.

Your Cruise Planners® franchise fee covers comprehensive in-person training in Fort Lauderdale, Florida — the cruising capital of the world. The six-day STAR University® experience includes hotel accommodations, meals, ground transportation, and exclusive ship inspections. You’ll also gain hands-on business coaching, marketing strategy, and technology training. Learn more about what’s included in the Cruise Planners franchise investment.

STAR University® is hosted in Fort Lauderdale, FL, every two months. Once your franchise agreement is finalized, you’ll begin online training immediately and then attend the in-person session at your earliest convenience. For details on how to prepare, visit how to get started with your travel franchise.

You can start the day you finalize your franchise agreement. You’ll be immediately given a user ID and password to start your self-guided orientation process. During this time, we’ll activate your customized website and you can order your business cards and set up your new home-based office. You’ll start online training through CP Genie Learning, then we will help you plan your in-person, hands-on training here in Fort Lauderdale, which we offer every two months.

Yes, you can! Many Cruise Planners franchisees operate their travel business as couples, friends, or family partners. Each franchise allows up to two owners and three associates, and you can add more as your business grows.

Absolutely. Many Cruise Planners franchise owners start part-time and transition to full-time when ready. Because the model is home-based and flexible, you decide your hours and how fast you grow. Read our insights on how to start a travel agency from home for details.

No. As a home-based travel franchise owner, you can serve clients anywhere in North America. This flexibility allows you to build a customer base beyond your local community, including travelers across the U.S.

Not at all! Cruise Planners franchise owners can sell the world — including cruises, all-inclusive resorts, guided tours, flights, hotels, and luxury vacations. You have full access to our preferred supplier network, giving your clients exclusive deals and perks.

If you love travel, enjoy planning experiences, and want to own a flexible business, Cruise Planners may be a perfect fit. You’ll join a supportive network of travel professionals with a proven model for success. Learn more about whether this is the right opportunity for you by visiting our travel agency franchise overview.

No experience is required. Most of our top franchise owners came from other careers — from teachers and nurses to IT professionals and stay-at-home parents. Our comprehensive training and marketing support help you quickly build confidence and expertise. Explore how to get started as a new travel advisor to see how simple it is to launch your business.