Cruise Planners, the nation’s largest home-based travel franchise network, has once again been recognized by Franchise Business Review as one of the Top 100 Franchises for Veterans in 2025. The prestigious annual list honors franchise brands that provide outstanding opportunities and support for military veterans transitioning into business ownership.
Cruise Planners offers active-duty service members, veterans, and their families a proven pathway to entrepreneurship through a flexible, work from anywhere model that’s both affordable and scalable. With industry-leading technology, comprehensive training, and continuous business support, Cruise Planners empowers veterans to channel their leadership, discipline, and service-driven mindset into successful travel businesses.
“More veterans are turning to franchising as a path to independence,” said Eric Stites, Founder & CEO of Franchise Business Review. “Cruise Planners continues to shine, with veterans consistently reporting high satisfaction driven by strong training, innovative tools, and a supportive community.”
Franchise Business Review is the only independent research firm that analyzes franchisee satisfaction based entirely on actual owner feedback. To determine the 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans, the firm surveyed over 2,500 franchise owners across 385 brands, focusing on satisfaction in areas such as leadership, training, financial opportunity, and overall experience. Cruise Planners’ high ratings reflect its ongoing commitment to helping veterans thrive as independent business owners.
“This recognition is especially meaningful as we celebrate Veterans Day and pay tribute to the men and women who have served our nation,” said Michelle Fee, Founder and CEO of Cruise Planners. “Veterans make incredible business owners because they know what it means to lead, to serve, and to adapt—skills that translate beautifully into entrepreneurship. As travel advisors, they’re helping clients navigate the world, plan meaningful experiences, and build connections—something that comes naturally to those who have dedicated their lives to service. We’re proud to stand beside them with the systems, mentorship, and community that help them succeed.”
In addition to being named a Top Franchise for Veterans, Cruise Planners Franchise has earned numerous accolades from Franchise Business Review, including recognition as a Top Low-Cost Franchise, Top Franchise for Women, and Best-in-Category honoree. The company also achieved an impressive 99% franchise owner satisfaction rating in the most recent survey.
About Cruise Planners
Founded in 1994, Cruise Planners is the nation’s largest home-based travel franchise network with more than 2,500 franchise owners across the U.S. As an award-winning leader in the travel industry, Cruise Planners provides franchisees with innovative marketing programs, advanced booking technology, business intelligence tools, and comprehensive training. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine as the #1 Travel Franchise for 18 consecutive years, Cruise Planners has also been celebrated as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses by the South Florida Business Journal, one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing private companies, and a Sun Sentinel Top Workplace.
For more information about Cruise Planners, visit www.cruiseplanners.com.
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