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For less than $10,000, you can start a Cruise Planners travel franchise, which has been listed as one of the best low-cost franchises to own CNBC multiple times over the years. Some other franchises featured require a lot of up-front capital and have high rent or overhead, and some popular franchise industries, such as food & beverage, have a whole other set of challenges to go along with it. With Cruise Planners, you can get started right away without the expensive start-up costs.

Entrepreneur magazine named Cruise Planners as the No. 1 Travel Franchise for 18 years in a row, an endorsement based on a variety of data benchmarks and the legacy of year-after-year ranking shows brand stability and opportunity for those looking for a low-cost, home-based travel franchise. Cruise Planners achieved its 18th consecutive year ranking as Entrepreneur's No. 1 Travel Franchise amongst the Annual Franchise 500 -- the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Now in its 42nd year, the annual Franchise 500 Ranking ranks Cruise Planners as the No. 1 Travel Franchise based on the brand’s outstanding performance of more than 150 data points including costs and fees, size and growth, support, financial strength and stability, and brand power. The annual Franchise 500 list is a highly competitive and sought-after honor across the franchise industry and serves as a source to help aspiring entrepreneurs identify reputable franchises.

Travel has changed, whether we want to accept it or not. In the same way we saw security protocols increase after 9/11, we have seen similar lasting shifts in health and safety rules post-COVID.

Whether you are looking to spend more time with your family, want to pursue a passion, or you’re just fed up with your boss’ incompetence, starting a home-based business can give you the freedom and personal satisfaction you crave.

Whether you are a seasoned pro or you are new to the industry, partnering with a larger network when starting a travel agency can provide several benefits, including increased buying power and business support and minimized risk.

When evaluating a travel agency franchise or host, we often look at tactical aspects—what marketing programs they have; what technology they provide; what training and ongoing business development they offer. These are all incredibly important to consider and can differentiate a great host from an average one. But one aspect that sometimes gets overlooked, and is equally important, is company culture.