About CruiseOne Dream Vacations Franchise
CruiseOne Dream Vacations is a home based travel franchise under parent company World Travel Holdings, Inc., offering opportunities since 1992.
Each owner works as a travel advisor, helping clients plan and book cruises, all inclusive resorts, guided tours, and destination vacations.
The brand provides a comprehensive technology platform, preferred supplier agreements, and marketing resources.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$12K
Average Investment
$16K
Maximum Investment
$21K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,500 (new franchisee) | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 1.5% - 3.0% of Annual Commissionable Sales, plus 3% of Travel Insurance Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $11,800 – $21,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $12K–$21K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (1.5% - 3.0% of Annual Commissionable Sales, plus 3% of Travel Insurance Revenues) and marketing fee (None) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee | $10,500 | $10,500 |
| Training expenses | $200 | $250 |
| Additional Signatories/Associates Training and Travel | $0 | $645 |
| Office Equipment and Furniture | $0 | $1,500 |
| Initial Office Supplies | $50 | $300 |
| Computer Hardware/Software Equipment | $0 | $2,500 |
| Insurance, Legal, and Accounting | $150 | $1,000 |
| Permits, Franchises, Bonds, & Memberships | $150 | $500 |
| Initial Promotion and Advertising | $250 | $1,200 |
| Criminal and Civil Background Check | $0 | $30 |
| Additional Funds (3-month initial phase for full-time franchisees) | $500 | $2,500 |
| Financing Application Fee | $0 | $75 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $3,500 |
| Technology Fee | $25 - $150 per month (Administrative Service Fee, includes full access to all technology services) |
| Errors and Omissions Insurance | $150 per person annually |
| Liquidated Damages | Varies, calculated based on Service Fee and Royalty Fees upon termination for cause (see FDD Item 6 footnote 6) |
| Indemnification | Amount of damages and expenses incurred (on demand) |
| Enforcement Costs | Amount of reasonable attorneys' fees, court costs and all expenses incurred (on demand) |
| Returned Check/Declined Credit Card Fee | $29 plus bank charges |
| Relocation Fee | $149 (if relocating outside original 5-digit postal code) |
| Late Payment Penalty | $25 |
| Annual Sales Associate Fee | $100 per year per person |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 6 days in-person or 3 days virtual for new/intermediate franchisees; online for experienced franchisees. |
| Classroom Training | 82 hours (in-person) or 65 hours (virtual) |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Broward County, Florida (in-person) or live virtual training |
| Additional Training | The franchisor may provide continuing advisory assistance, refresher training programs, seminars, or advanced training, which may be mandatory (not more than once a year) or optional. Franchisees are responsible for associated costs and expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Franchisees do not receive a minimum or exclusive territory. They may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels or competitive brands controlled by the franchisor or its affiliates, regardless of proximity to the franchisee's Contact Location. The franchisor reserves the right to use its marks and system in connection with additional services, products, or alternative channels of distribution (including the Internet) without regard to location. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisees do not have renewal rights. Granting an option to enter a successor franchise agreement is at the franchisor's discretion. |
| Transfer Fee | $3,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld if conditions are met: 30-day written notice, all monetary obligations paid, all existing defaults cured, transferee meets qualifications (including background check and training), and both parties execute required agreements (including a general release). |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate the agreement immediately without notice for events like bankruptcy, insolvency, or abandonment. Termination with immediate effect after notice can occur for failure to pay amounts due within 7 days, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, denial of inspection/audit, or certain misconduct. For other defaults, franchisees typically have 30 days to cure after notice. |
| Non-Compete Period | 12 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, franchisees and their owners/officers/directors/Significant Others cannot be involved with any competing business, wherever located. For 12 months after termination or expiration, they cannot be involved with a competing business within 50 miles of their Contact Location or any other CruiseOne/Dream Vacations franchise. Disparagement of the franchisor or system is also prohibited. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Manager must dedicate their best efforts to managing and operating the Franchised Business, requiring day-to-day supervision when open. The Manager is typically the Franchise Owner unless the franchisor provides written agreement otherwise. All Managers, including successors, must satisfactorily complete Mandatory Initial Training. If a Manager fails to meet obligations, the Franchise Owner must perform them until a new, approved, and trained Manager is designated. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must use the franchisor's intranet site (intranet BusinessCenter) and online software, including the MyCruiseControl reservation system, for all travel bookings. Professional liability (Errors and Omissions) insurance must be purchased through the franchisor. Only travel suppliers designated and authorized in writing by the franchisor may be used for bookings. Franchisees must also use the franchisor's CLIA and IATAN numbers. |
| Supply Restrictions | The franchisor may periodically require franchisees to purchase or lease equipment, supplies, inventory, advertising materials, and other products and services from authorized suppliers and in accordance with specified standards. The franchisor may revoke authorization at any time and may designate itself or an affiliate as an exclusive or nonexclusive supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In the year ending December 31, 2021, the franchisor did not derive any revenues or other benefits from required purchases or leases, but reserves the right to do so in the future. The franchisor does not currently receive rebates or discounts from franchisee purchases, but reserves the right to do so. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | The franchisor may finance the Initial Franchise Fee for qualified new franchisees. This requires a non-refundable application fee of $75, an annual errors and omissions fee of $150, and a $3,500 down payment towards the Initial Franchise Fee. A promissory note for the balance (up to $7,300) is issued, payable in 24 equal monthly installments at the Prime Rate plus 6%. Owners of entity franchisees must personally guarantee the note. The franchisor may require payments via electronic funds transfer, credit card debit, or other payment systems. |
CruiseOne Dream Vacations Franchise Earnings — Item 19
CruiseOne Dream Vacations does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCruiseOne Dream Vacations has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations System Growth
Total Units
1577
Franchised
1577
Company-Owned
0
CruiseOne Dream Vacations currently operates 1577 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 323 | 130 | 1480 |
| 2020 | 215 | 208 | 1483 |
| 2021 | 290 | 196 | 1577 |
Transfers: 14 | Closures: 196
State Registrations
Registered in 20 states: CA, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$7.3M
Net Income
$561K
Total Assets
$19.3M
CruiseOne Dream Vacations Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a CruiseOne Dream Vacations franchise ranges from $11,800 to $21,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,500 (new franchisee). The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations charges a royalty fee of 1.5% - 3.0% of Annual Commissionable Sales, plus 3% of Travel Insurance Revenues of gross sales, plus a None contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the CruiseOne Dream Vacations Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from CruiseOne Dream Vacations to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
CruiseOne Dream Vacations has been franchising since 1992. The FDD shows an investment range of $11,800-$21,000, a 1.5% - 3.0% of Annual Commissionable Sales, plus 3% of Travel Insurance Revenues royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,500 (new franchisee) and the total investment ranges from $11,800 to $21,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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