Dream Vacations - Franchise

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Dream Vacations, with over 1000 independently owned travel franchise locations, is the largest seller of cruise vacations in the nation. We offer customers the ability to plan online while enjoying the personalized touch of an experienced local vacation specialist. Check out this great franchise now!

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Dream Vacations
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2025

	Minimum Cash Required	$9,800
	# of Existing Units	1000
	Military/Veteran Promotion	Yes

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We are currently accepting inquiries in ALL States

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Dream Vacations - Franchise

The time is NOW to join the ONLY all-encompassing Vacation Franchise

Join the BEST travel agency Franchise
We are part of World Travel Holdings, the world’s largest cruise agency. Gain instant affiliation as a powerhouse in the travel industry with unrivaled buying power, relationships and resources.

We’re in the TOP 3%
We are ranked in the top 3% among more than 4,000 operating franchise systems worldwide. Our franchise opportunity is second to none in the travel industry!

Highest Commissions
You’ll earn 100% of the industry’s highest paid commission, paid weekly. Plus, we have capped royalty fees, no other travel agency franchise offers this.

No Travel Experience Necessary
Many of our home-based franchise owners had no prior industry experience, but they all have one thing in common, a passion for travel and an entrepreneurial spirit! Full training is provided with 24/7 access to ongoing curriculum.

Multiple Customized Websites
Your customers can book travel directly on your multiple consumer-facing, mobile-friendly websites that have been customized for your business.

Flexibility, Profitability, Success
The excitement of the travel industry is the perfect opportunity to explore your passion for travel and business ownership with tremendous rewards – like traveling yourself at significantly reduced or free rates!

We’re going to set you up for success
Franchisee support never stops; we’re available 24/7 and have a 1:10 support ratio – the best in the industry! Our marketing, lead generation programs and over $1 Million in exclusive promotions will support your business growth. Plus, all of our technology is web-based so you can operate your business and make reservations from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.

Up to 20% Discount off the Franchise Fee
We offer a 20% discount off the franchise fee to U.S. Veterans and active-duty spouses as well as first responders. Plus, as part of our DiversityFran initiative, we offer 10% off the franchise fee. Top that off with our flexible financing option, you can get started for as little as $3,500!

Dream Vacations Veteran and Military Spouse Franchise Opportunity: Dream Vacations proudly supports Veterans in entrepreneurship. We are proud members of the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) VetFran initiative. We are committed to recruiting U.S. Veterans and Military Spouses who want to become entrepreneurs. We offer U.S. Veterans 20% OFF the initial franchise fee. Franchisees are able to recruit a Military Veteran or Spouse to join their business free of charge. Currently, 30% of our franchisees are Military Veterans or Spouses. We would love to expand our growing franchise family with Military Veterans and Spouses who enjoy working with people, are self-disciplined and have a passion for travel.

22 May, 2017 - Five Military Veterans Can Win Free Travel Franchise

16 Jun, 2017 - Dream Vacations A CruiseOne Company Celebrates Anniversary Year with 2017 National Conference Aboard Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas

27 Jul, 2017 - Dream Vacations Attains Prestigious 5-Star Veteran Ranking

1 Aug, 2017 - Cruisers Win Big with Loyalty Cruise Perks from Dream Vacations

18 Oct, 2016 - CruiseOne®/Dream Vacations Ranked #1 Best for Vets Franchise Three Years in a Row

6 Oct, 2015 - Five Military Veterans Win Home-Based Travel Franchises

17 Nov, 2015 - CruiseOne Adds Dream Vacations Brand to its Travel Franchise Portfolio

7 Jan, 2016 - Innovation and Growth Characterizes CruiseOne As a Game-Changer in the Travel Industry in 2015

12 Feb, 2016 - In-House Business Development Team Provides Local Support to Home-Based Travel Franchise Owners

16 Mar, 2016 - CruiseOne® Recognizes Franchisee with National Business Award In Celebration of Women’s History Month

6 Apr, 2016 - Travel Agency Franchise Launches Experiential-Focused Brand Dream Vacations A CruiseOne Company

20 May, 2016 - CruiseOne / Dream Vacations Travel Franchise Forms Strategic Partnership with Honeymoon Wishes

26 May, 2016 - Military Veterans Can Begin Next Tour of Duty as Travel Franchise Owner

9 Jun, 2016 - CruiseOne®/Dream Vacations Celebrate Top Travel Professionals During Pacific Coast Cruise

25 Jul, 2016 - $8,000 Cash-Back Incentive for New Travel Franchisees with Dream Vacations/CruiseOne

21 Sep, 2016 - CruiseOne/Dream Vacations Wins Seven in Prestigious 2016 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards

1 Sep, 2015 - New Franchise Development Website Engages Prospects with Educational Videos and Testimonials

20 Oct, 2016 - CNN Commentator and Carnival Corporation President and CEO to Headline CruiseOne®/Dream Vacations National Conference

11 Nov, 2016 - Five Military Veterans Win Travel Franchises from CruiseOne/Dream Vacations

10 Jan, 2017 - Double-Digit Cruise and Land Sales Growth for CruiseOne® and Dream Vacations

9 Feb, 2017 - 2017 On Pace to be Record-Breaking Year for CruiseOne/Dream Vacations

17 Mar, 2017 - Dream Vacations Recognizes Franchise Owner Lainey Melnick In Celebration of Women’s History Month

21 Mar, 2017 - Multi-Million Dollar Technology Investment Enhances Digital Infrastructure for Travel Agents

14 Apr, 2017 - David’s Bridal Partnership Expands CruiseOne/Dream Vacations Romance Packages

21 Apr, 2017 - CruiseOne®/Dream Vacations Celebrate Top Travel Professionals With Enchanting Danube River Cruise

1 May, 2017 - Travel Industry Veteran Saul Fonseca Joins Dream Vacations A CruiseOne Company as Director of Sales

17 May, 2017 - Immersive Education Series Offers Comprehensive Niche Training

9 Jul, 2014 - World Franchising Network Listed CruiseOne as One of the 50 Top Franchises for Veterans

15 Oct, 2013 - CruiseOne® Franchisees Attend Weeklong National Conference Onboard Norwegian Breakaway®

6 Nov, 2013 - CruiseOne® Named a Top 100 Champion in the 2013 Small Business Influencer Awards

13 Nov, 2013 - This Veteran's Day CruiseOne® Announced Five Winners of "Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General" Contest

9 Dec, 2013 - CruiseOne® Expands Its Innovative Field Marketing Program

3 Feb, 2014 - World Travel Holdings' Home-Based Division Experiences Double-Digit Increase in 2013

5 Feb, 2014 - CruiseOne® Vows that 25 Percent of Franchise System will be Military Veterans and Military Spouses in 2014

28 Feb, 2014 - CruiseOne® Announces Appointment of Senior Vice President Debbie Fiorino

12 Mar, 2014 - Travel Agent Wins National Business Award In Celebration of Women’s History Month

22 May, 2014 - In Celebration of Military Appreciation Month, CruiseOne® Rewards Military Veterans with Free Franchises

13 Jun, 2014 - CruiseOne® Sells Out 2014 National Conference Aboard Regal Princess

12 Jun, 2012 - CRUISEONE LAUNCHES 'OPERATION VETREPRENEUR' CONTEST

24 Jul, 2014 - CruiseOne® Announces 900th Franchise Location

8 Aug, 2014 - CruiseOne® Announces Appointment of General Manager Drew Daly

15 Aug, 2014 - CruiseOne® Named Among Top Private Companies in Florida

11 Sep, 2014 - CruiseOne® Announces National Conference Events Aboard Regal Princess®

1 Oct, 2014 - CruiseOne® Promotes Rosemarie Reed to Vice President of Marketing Double-Digit Increase in 2013

8 Oct, 2014 - CruiseOne® Executives Recognized For Travel Industry and Community Contributions

6 May, 2015 - CruiseOne® Celebrates Top Producers During Tulip Time River Cruise

21 May, 2015 - CruiseOne® Launches Fourth Annual Contest for Military Veterans on Memorial Day

24 Jun, 2015 - CruiseOne® Sells Out 2015 National Conference Aboard Norwegian Escape

7 Jul, 2015 - CruiseOne® Participates in #GiveThem20 Challenge to Raise Awareness for Military Veteran Employment

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