Cruise Planners is the “Best of the Best” in Travel

Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, stands apart from the competition as the No. 1 Travel Franchise on Entrepreneur’s 2017 Best of the Best list. This top ranking continues to make Cruise Planners one of the best franchises to own and is determined from in-depth research and data in several areas including franchisee support, brand strength and financial stability.

Cruise Planners’ business-in-a-box model provides franchise owners with the tools needed to jumpstart their career as a home based travel agent, including industry-leading technology including personalized websites and mobile apps for both franchise owners and consumers as well as a robust digital and print marketing strategy. Additionally, Cruise Planners supports franchisees throughout all stages of their business through individualized business development coaching, training tools such as the recently updated Cruisitude Academy and in-person training and development events, such as the annual convention and numerous regional boot camps throughout the country.

“Being recognized as the Best of the Best is an honor that is achieved through the partnership between Cruise Planners, our franchise owners and our industry partners,” said Vicky Garcia, COO and co-owner of Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative. “Our franchise owners have a passion for travel and recognize the family atmosphere at Cruise Planners from the moment they attend their very first training session and the camaraderie and ongoing support is crucial to the success of our franchise owners.”

Cruise Planners is a nationwide franchise network with franchisees located in all 50 states. With more than 20 years in the industry, the strength of the Cruise Planners brand is unmatched. Cruise Planners is one of the most awarded franchises and has received top producer status with top cruise and land travel partners and is an American Express Travel Representative, allowing franchisees to offer clients exclusive travel offers and programs including Pay with Points.

“Our relationship with American Express Travel gives Cruise Planners agents an added benefit and gives franchisees increased brand recognition,” Garcia said. “Having a partnership with such a prestigious company and receiving accolades throughout the travel industry is crucial to building our franchisees success and giving their clients peace of mind when working with a travel agent.”