FAQs

Learn more about Expedia Cruises
  1. What are the start-up costs?

    The typical franchisee invests approximately $204,000 (USD) including working capital to open a location. Click here to learn more

  2. How much money can I make?

    Mature, higher-performing locations netted $290,603-$534,007 before paying rent, utilities, insurance, and other office-related expenses. Click here to learn more.

  3. How much training and support do I receive?

    Expedia Cruises offers franchisees comprehensive initial training, ongoing coaching, marketing support, and access to a proprietary booking platform and exclusive offers.

  4. How has COVID impacted the travel industry?

    In 2024 the total number of cruising passengers was estimated to be 34.7 million, which is up 17% from pre-pandemic years; so the industry has grown since the pandemic. So the industry has grown since COVID.

  5. Do I need travel experience to succeed?

    No prior travel experience is needed. We prefer franchisees with sales, marketing, or customer service experience or aptitudes, and we train the rest.

  6.  If I want to learn more, what are the next steps?

    Fill out the form and download our detailed franchise information ebook. You will then be directed to a page where you can schedule a time to speak with a member of our franchise team.