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Cruise Planners

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3111 N. University Dr. Suite 800

(888) 582-2150

Host Agency Information

In Business Since

Since 1994

Average Yearly Sales Volume

$500 Million and Over

Number of Independent Agents

Program for New Agent Training

Yes

Education Programs for Agents

Yes

Are Leads Offered for Agents?

Yes

Do You Offer an Accounting System for Agents?

Yes

Do You Offer a CRM Program for Agents?

Yes

Is Air Ticketing Available for Agents?

Yes

Is a GDS Offered for Agents?

Yes

Is a Website Building Tool or Website Available for Agents?

Yes

Are Marketing Tools and Assets Available for Agents?

Yes

Is Booking Technology Available for Agents?

Yes

Consortia Membership(s)

Signature

Association Membership(s)

ASTA, CLIA, IATA

Is Hosting Available for International Agents (Outside of the United States)?

Program Information and Media

The #1 Travel Franchise Year After Year Cruise Planners has been named the nation’s #1 home-based travel franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 18 years in a row and the #1 travel franchise by Franchise Business Review. Our unmatched training, marketing, technology, and individualized coaching allow you to work from anywhere, be your own boss, and travel the world.     The Best Technology in the Industry We provide all our travel advisors with powerful yet simple-to-use technology. In other words, we do the heavy lifting, so you can focus on selling travel and serving your clients. Our award-winning and industry-leading technology includes: CP Maxxâ„¢, our proprietary booking engine and customer relationship management tool Live booking and synching of reservations with all major cruise lines and many tour operators Mobile booking technology to run your business anywhere at anytime Client mobile app Integration with Amazon Alexa Marketing to Get Your Name Out There Our marketing is award-winning and designed to get your name in front of the right people at the right time. And the best part? We don’t charge hefty marketing fees. Our marketing includes: Customized direct mail pieces Weekly eblasts Luxury-focused e-newsletter for select clients Social media management program Client segmentation data Beautifully produced magazine Highest Commissions in the Industry Serving your clients will always be your No. 1 priority, and at Cruise Planners, we make sure you reap the rewards of your hard work. Our buying power and long-standing relationships with suppliers mean you will earn the highest commissions in the industry. You will also have 100% ownership of your clients. 100% Dedicated to You Unlike some of our competitors, our home office doesn’t sell travel. We are here to support you, not compete against you! With Cruise Planners, you will get a dedicated business development coach who acts as a strategic partner to help grow your business. We also provide regular, ongoing training and events to ensure you have the knowledge necessary to be successful.

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Travel Advisor Reviews

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Leslie Baker
★★★★★ 5/5

I purchased my franchise one year ago. The training was wonderful, however the support at the beginning was not up to par. This spring the company changed the coaching structure and it has made a huge difference. Add the support received from other agents and this is the best company...

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Jen Mahoney
★★★★★ 5/5

Cruise Planners gives you all the tools to succeed. The Cruise Planners executives are very hands one, friendly and approachable. They do not distance themselves from the franchisee. Those who work at home office are friendly and helpful. Our IT department is second to none! Not only do they come...

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Ronda Zeneri
★★★★★ 5/5

I would recommend Cruise Planners to anyone who is interested in working in the travel industry...whether you are a veteran agent looking for a new host agency or someone who has no experience in selling travel. Cruise Planners offers the training that you need and the continued support and advise...

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Bill
★★★★★ 5/5

As a new comer to the world of 'travel agent' it has been a wonderful experience being a franchise owner - technology support is hands down best in the biz.

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Tamieka McGibbon
★★★★☆ 4.8/5

I am fairly new to Cruise Planners, but from what I have experienced, it's definitely a first class agency. I have had a few issues and the support has been phenomenal. They are extremely responsive and are ready to help us excel - because if we excel, so does Cruise...

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