Cruise Planners

We bought our franchise for an encore career in retirement. We had no previous travel experience. With the amazing Cruise Planners tools for training and support we have been very successful in our first year. The entire executive team is always accessible, supportive, and truly cares about all their franchisees whether you sell $5 or $1M+. They completely understand that everyone gets into this business for a different reason and that is okay with them! Best choice we could have made to keep us busy and traveling in our retirement!

Hello. I purchased my franchise in September 2023. I had no experience as my background is Nurse Practitioner.

I can't say enough about Cruise Planners from day 1 to today. I have received in person and virtual training whenever needed. My coaches have been instrumental in my success during my first year as I had greater than $500,000 in sales.

I have connected to multiple other franchise owners and learned so much from each and every one. Cruise Planners is top notch in being a host agency!! Come and join us and enjoy traveling!!!

I've been with Cruise Planners for almost 14 years, and it remains the best decision I've ever made. The tools and assistance are excellent. I'm now a senior and can mold this business any way I'd like -- choosing my own hours, my own niches, and my own clientele, while still making a nice sum of money. I highly recommend this franchise.

I have been so happy with my decision to join Cruise Planners back in 2020. The training at the beginning as well as the ongoing training opportunities have accelerated my growth. The support from home office, partnerships and collaboration with other advisors is fantastic. The technology is amazing, and I could not do my job without it.

Cruise Planners is the best Host Agency in the business. I couldn't do what I do without them. The software, training, support and more is outstanding. From day one they support you and provide you with everything you need to run your business. The transition to being my own boss was so easy. If you want to own your own travel agency come to Cruise Planners you won't be sorry.

I am updating my review because we have had another amazing year, and at the time of this writing are completing the best January we have ever had.

This is due because of the support we have from Cruise Planners, that goes beyond our commitment and dedication to our craft and our clients.

We have built strong travel partner relationships, because Cruise Planners has the best travel partner relationships in the industry.

We manage our business with technology because we are technology driven franchise that has access to Award Winning Proprietary software and technology tools like our Sales Opportunity Pipeline, Client Triggered Communications and Integrated Task Manager.

We grow our sales year over year because we participate in our award winning marketing programs and tools like our Online Brochure Rack, our Full Sails Annual Marketing Program, our Social Media program and our consistent marketing through amazing websites, beautifully curated e-mails and direct to your door mailing campaigns.

Could we do this on our own? Maybe, but not likely. By partnering with Cruise Planners, we focus on what we do best and are supported by what they do better than any other Host Agency.

We are thrilled that we are on the move again. We will be taking possession of our new office space on April 1, 2025, our third location since we outgrew our office space at home.

Let me finish by saying that it goes beyond the successes, the camaraderie, the Cruisitude, the friendships and the fun. It is what all of that is allowing us to do with our lives.

Great Franchise. Technology and support is top-notch! They have several opportunities to meet in person for bootcamps, technology training and conferences. The comradery among other owners is wonderful. The Signature Consortium has been a great partnership taking Cruise Planners Agents to an even higher level of professionalism and added benefits for customers.

Ahoy, fellow wanderlusters! If you're contemplating a voyage into the world of selling travel look no further than Cruise Planners. Cast off your doubts, because my journey began in 2014, and I can confidently say that it’s been one heck of a ride since then!

In just three short years, I navigated my way into the Millionaires Club—an exclusive club that I proudly still call home. And let’s be honest, the view from up here is spectacular! What truly sets Cruise Planners apart is the exceptional support we receive. Under the astute leadership of Michelle Fee, who exemplifies integrity like a lighthouse guiding ships home, agents are at the very heart of every decision. It’s as if they’ve taken the phrase “customer-first” and translated it to “agent-first.” Talk about a refreshing change in a world of self-serving “leadership!”

Now, let's talk about my fellow agents. They say every family has its quirks and boy, do we have ours! We're a delightful mix of personalities, some more eccentric than a cat in a bowtie, but that’s what makes our ‘Cruise Planner Family’ so great. The culture here is undeniably strong; it's more like a family reunion (minus the awkward conversations and fruitcake).

When it comes to training and support, Cruise Planners delivers a masterclass. They offer top-notch resources, making sure you're equipped to tackle the most complicated bookings with grace and style. However, let’s be real—the real game-changer here is the technology. If you thought your smartphone was smart, just wait until you experience CP’s tech tools. It’s like having a travel genie in your pocket, ready to grant all your clients’ vacation wishes at the push of a button!

Of course, no ship is perfect, and if I had a magic wand, there might be a few things I'd tweak. However, the essential elements—the core values of respect for people, integrity, inclusion, and excellence—are all firmly in place. These principles ensure that not only do we sell travel, but we do it with purpose and meaning. I am happy to answer any questions!

In conclusion, Cruise Planners is the right ship to board if you’re looking for a franchise that combines support, technology, and a wonderfully quirky community. I couldn’t be happier with my decision—it's been a voyage worth every wave! So grab your metaphorical life jacket and jump in; adventure awaits!

I started as an Associate in 2012 and have never looked back. It is such a fulfilling adventure helping clients, friends and even family make amazing vacation memories.
Being an associate with Cruise Planners has been everything I need to grow my business year after year. The resources from Home Office and my Franchise Owner's team continues to help me with my knowledge of all vendors and products available in the industry. The software from Home Office is the BEST, makes my job so much easier and impressive to my clients.

If you're thinking about purchasing a travel franchise, I wholeheartedly recommend Cruise Planners. They offer exceptional educational support, and their technology platform enhances the efficiency of my business operations. Cruise Planners' esteemed reputation in the travel industry commands instant respect when I interact with vendors. Their provision of both written and digital marketing materials significantly boosts my business. I foresee continued growth for our company in the future.