Cruise Planners

Are you ready to set sail on a voyage to entrepreneurial greatness? Look no further than Cruise Planners, where your dreams of owning a thriving travel business can become a reality. With over 2,500 franchise owners already aboard our ship of success, Cruise Planners is not just a franchise—it’s a community of passionate travel enthusiasts, dedicated entrepreneurs, and industry trailblazers.

What They Offer

As a Cruise Planners franchise owner, you will embark on a thrilling adventure as a travel advisor, operating your own business from any location you choose. But what makes this venture truly exceptional is the unwavering support and immense leverage you’ll gain by being part of the nation’s largest travel franchise.

Your role as a Cruise Planners franchise owner involves curating extraordinary travel experiences for your clients. Picture yourself crafting dream vacations, from planning enchanting cruises to coordinating captivating land tours, and even orchestrating unforgettable all-inclusive resort getaways. You’ll be the captain of your clients’ journeys, helping them explore the world one incredible destination at a time.

With the backing of Cruise Planners, you’ll receive the tools, training, and resources needed to navigate the dynamic travel industry with confidence. You’ll have access to cutting-edge technology and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs who share your passion for travel and entrepreneurship.

Cruise Planners is dedicated to your success from the moment you join their franchise family. Their comprehensive support and training encompass every aspect of your journey as a travel advisor.

Training: Cruise Planners offers a robust array of training opportunities. STAR University provides new franchisees with an intensive six-day program, featuring tailored seminars, workshops, and ship tours in Fort Lauderdale. Their intranet platform, CP Genie, hosts a library of additional training resources, FAQs, and tutorials, ensuring you have a wealth of knowledge at your fingertips. Annual conventions, seminars at sea, regional boot camps, and fam trips allow you to immerse yourself in industry insights and firsthand experiences.

Technology: Cruise Planners’ cutting-edge “MarTech” tools provide a significant edge over competitors. You’ll gain access to a sophisticated Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool and LIVE inventory online booking system, mobile apps for both you and your clients, personalized websites, email automation, and even an Amazon Alexa skill for seamless management of client bookings and information.

Marketing: The franchisor’s award-winning marketing and advertising programs are designed to make your marketing efforts effortless. You’ll receive customized direct mail pieces, free weekly email blasts to clients, luxury-focused e-newsletters, and access to print-on-demand marketing tools. Their business development coaching team offers guidance on setting goals, creating marketing plans, and providing ongoing support.

Coaching and Support: The Cruise Planners executives are not just figureheads; they are actively involved in your success. The franchisor offers ongoing coaching and development, acts as liaisons between you and vendors, assists with CP tools, marketing, and accounting, and provides regular training via webinars. Their goal is to help you identify areas of growth, configure your website and enhance your networking and marketing strategies.

People & Culture: Cruise Planners place a strong emphasis on inclusivity and diversity within their organization. They’ve been ranked among the top franchises, named a Best Low-Cost Franchise, and recognized for their commitment to veterans, innovation, and women in franchising. Through their philanthropic arm, CP Cares, they’ve raised over $2 million for community efforts.