Expedia Cruises Named a Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review
Expedia Cruises is named a top franchise opportunity in 2024 based on franchisee satisfaction
Franchise Business Review, a leading publication devoted to the analysis of franchise systems, recently named Expedia Cruises travel agency franchise as a Top Franchise for 2024. Expedia Cruises also won several other satisfaction awards based on our most recent franchisee satisfaction survey completed in June 2024.
In order to determine which franchise systems made the list of Top 200 Franchises, the publication surveyed more than 35,000 franchise owners from over 360 brands. The list measures which franchise systems are the best bets based on the level of satisfaction franchise owners feel about their businesses and how their businesses are performing.
Expedia Cruises launched in 1987 and is one of the largest sellers of cruise travel in North America. Our travel agency franchise is rapidly expanding, with nearly 360 locations open or under development. Our growth is driven by three overarching realities: our proven business model is affordable to start and extremely scalable, our focus on cruise vacations makes us a trusted resource among cruise customers (who overwhelmingly prefer to book with a travel agent), and the cruise industry is growing quickly.
Below is a list of our current awards.
Top Franchises – Top 200
Expedia Cruises was recently named a Top Franchise for 2024 by Franchise Business Review. This is the 19th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities as rated by franchise business owners.
“Franchisee satisfaction continues to be the leading indicator of franchise performance and system health, and we are pleased to report that our latest research shows satisfaction has remained at some of the highest levels in the past 19 years. In fact, our survey results show that three out of four franchise owners would recommend their brand to others. That’s extremely encouraging news for franchise owners and anyone considering investing in a franchise,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “As an independent research firm, Franchise Business Review is committed to helping prospective franchisees get an objective view of the best franchise opportunities available based on actual feedback from the people who own them. Each of the award winners on this year’s list of the 200 Top Franchises received stellar ratings from their franchisees in the areas crucial to success in operating a franchise, including training & support, leadership, innovation, culture, and financial opportunity.”
The brands in their Top 200 list rank highest in these key areas:
- High Franchisee Satisfaction
- Alignment with Core Values
- Strong Franchisee Community
- Exceptional Training and Support
- Excellent Executive Leadership
- Strong Financial Opportunity
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Top Franchises Culture – Top 100
Expedia Cruises made Franchise Business Review’s annual “Culture 100” list for the 2nd year in a row! The 100 (out of 360+) brands that were selected received the highest overall ratings based on 17 unique areas that contribute to a strong company culture, including leadership, core values, franchisee community, and engagement. The most relevant question is: “Does your franchisor care about your success?” Agreement with this single statement is the highest correlation to whether or not a franchisee would recommend their brand to others. On a 100-point satisfaction scale, every franchise on this year’s Culture100 List has an FBR Culture Score of 80+. This puts them in the top quartile of all franchises surveyed.
“Finding the right culture fit is an important part of any franchise investment decision, but it can be difficult to gauge,” said Michelle Rowan, president & COO of Franchise Business Review. “That’s why we gather data on how current franchisees rate a brand’s culture. It tells you whether franchisees believe the franchisor cares about their success and how well the community of support staff and franchisees work together to achieve their business objectives. For anyone looking to buy a franchise, we recommend you start with the brands on this year’s Culture100 list. These companies are rated 20% – 50% higher by their franchisees than other franchise brands in the key areas that contribute to a positive culture.”
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Top Franchises for Women – Top 100
Expedia Cruises was among 350 franchise brands, representing over 8,500 female franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research on the Top Franchises for Women.
There are thousands of different franchise opportunities available, so it’s important to examine feedback from other female franchise owners on how well the franchise meets their expectations regarding support, work-life balance, financial opportunity, and other key areas of business ownership before leaping. The brands on this list received outstanding ratings and reviews from the women who own them.
“Franchising is a terrific option for women seeking business ownership on a full- or part-time basis,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review. “With so many franchise opportunities to choose from, it’s critical to do in-depth research to understand how satisfied current female franchise owners are with the training and support, work/life balance, financial opportunity, culture, and leadership of any brand they’re considering before making an investment. When you look at the brands on this year’s list of the Top Franchises for Women, 89% of women said they enjoy being part of their franchise organizations and 88% said they enjoy operating the business, making them all excellent options for women looking to make the transition to business ownership.”
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Most Innovative Franchise – Top 100
Expedia Cruises was named a Top 100 Most Innovative Franchise by Franchise Business Review. Franchise Business Review analyzed 18 months’ worth of data from nearly 38,000 franchisees representing more than 385 brands. Franchisees were asked about their brand’s innovation and creativity as well as their trust in the franchisor, overall satisfaction with the brand, and likelihood to recommend it to others. The franchise organizations on this top 100 list focus on providing franchisees with the most innovative products, services, and processes to help their businesses stay fresh and grow.
“For prospective franchisees, understanding which brands are the most innovative can help you make a confident and smart investment,” said Michelle Rowan, president & COO of Franchise Business Review. “Each of the companies on our list of the Most Innovative Franchises has developed and implemented products, processes, or services that enable and sustain growth and long-term relevancy. We are proud to recognize the franchises that prioritize and value innovation to support their franchisees’ success and the long-term resiliency of the brand.”
With over 385 brands being considered for this award, we are truly honored to have made the top 100!
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Franchise Rock Star – Expedia Cruises’ Chuck and Laurie Magnus
One of the greatest things about our franchisees is how involved they are in their communities. Franchise Business Review recently awarded 74 franchisees (chosen out of 250 nominations) with the “Franchise Rock Star” award.
Each franchisee, with their unique blend of skills, values, and contributions, has an opportunity to become a beacon of inspiration to their brand, community, and franchise family. But what sets those who achieve the status of Franchise Rock Star apart? FBR’s Franchise Rock Star Awards are a testament to franchise owners who excel in their business and set a shining example of success and philanthropy.
We’re thrilled to announce that Expedia Cruises Franchisees Chuck Magnus and Laurie Magnus were 1 of the 74 awarded this much deserved accolade for their boundless compassion and extraordinary acts of kindness. Chuck and Laurie have donated countless hours and resources, raising money for cancer research, food banks, and homeless shelters and supporting families with children with disabilities.
Click here to read Chuck and Laurie’s Q&A with Franchise Business Review.
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Top 100 Franchises – Franchise Direct Global Award
Franchise opportunities are as strong in 2024 as they ever have been in recent years. Expedia Cruises made Franchise Direct’s Top 100 Franchises Global Award for 2024, evaluated based on a range of factors such as sales, location growth, company age, and financial support for franchisees.
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2023 President’s Award Winner – Celebrity Cruises
Expedia Cruises has been named the 2023 President’s Award Winner for outstanding sales by Celebrity Cruises! It’s been an incredible year for the Expedia Franchise network and we could not be more proud of all of our Franchisees and Vacation Consultants who have truly earned this accolade.
Exploring the Expedia Cruises Franchise Opportunity?
Are you seeking a business opportunity that perfectly balances equity, lifestyle, and fun? The Expedia Cruises franchise opportunity empowers franchise owners to do it all! The power of Expedia’s well-known brand, commitment to exceptional customer service, omnichannel approach, and proven franchise business model has helped it grow into a leading travel seller in North America.
To learn more about the Expedia Cruises franchise opportunity, email jeff@expediafranchise.com, or call (778) 928-0053.