Dream Vacations/CruiseOne Named #1 Franchise in The Travel Category in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500® Ranking
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (January 15, 2025) – Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is ranked #1 franchise in the travel category and #41 overall in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. For 46 years, achieving placement on the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500 has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry and is recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees. Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is recognized for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.
“Earning a spot in the Franchise 500 is always an honor and is something we’re incredibly proud of,” said Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager for Dream Vacations/CruiseOne. “It’s a reflection of the passion and commitment of our franchise owners and headquarters team, who work tirelessly to create amazing travel experiences while building thriving businesses. This recognition underscores what we’ve always known—that Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is not just a franchise; it’s a gateway to turning dreams into reality for both travelers and entrepreneurs.”
In Entrepreneur’s continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company’s 46-year-old ranking formula continues to evolve as well. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. Each franchise is given a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the 500 franchises with the highest cumulative scores become the Franchise 500 in ranking order.
Over its 46 years in existence, the Franchise 500 has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees. The homebased travel agency franchise’s position on the ranking is a testament to its strength as a franchise opportunity.
“The Franchise 500 is more than a list. It’s really a collection of life-changing opportunities, featuring strong and resilient brands that future franchisees will be proud to be a part of,” says Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. “This year’s honorees represent the bold ideas, operational excellence, and adaptability that make franchising a cornerstone of entrepreneurial success.”
To view Dream Vacations/CruiseOne in the full ranking, visit www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500. Results can also be seen in the January/February 2025 issue of Entrepreneur, available on newsstands January 14th. Those passionate about travel with an entrepreneurial spirit who would like to be part of a travel agency network that cares more about its agents and travelers, should visit www.DreamVacationsFranchise.com to learn about franchising with Dream Vacations/CruiseOne.
About Dream Vacations and CruiseOne®
Dream Vacations and CruiseOne® are home-based travel agency franchises that give their agents the flexibility to run their businesses their way. CruiseOne, established in 1992, and Dream Vacations, introduced in 2016, provide agents with powerful tools and resources to plan seamless, personalized travel experiences. As part of World Travel Holdings, they have been named franchise partner of the year by major cruise lines and are recognized for their dedication to supporting military veterans. Find out more at www.DreamVacationsFranchise.com. Connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.