Dream Vacations

Dream Vacations has an award-winning training program that has been nationally recognized by travel trades, as well as by eLearning platforms.

• Convenient virtual training 
• 1,000+ online training modules that provide different learning tracks for novice and experienced franchisees 
• Weekly webinars with suppliers and the headquarters team
• Five Regional Trainings that are held around the country, as well as virtually 
• Immersive Summits focused on niche topics such as groups, land and river cruising
• Annual National Conference, often aboard one of the newest cruise ships at sea
• Dedicated Business Development Manager who helps franchisees build a foundation for long-term success
• Business Center intranet that provides a one-stop shop for everything needed to run a business including marketing resources, promotion details, finance and commission charts, networking forums, military Command Center, public relations media kits and more
• Committees & Advisory Councils made up of other franchise owners who act as your liaison and represent the interests of the franchise network to the headquarters team
• Support Services team that is available morning, noon and night via phone, email and chat to answer any and all questions

This is a low-cost, home-based business model. You earn commission on the sales of exciting vacation packages from tours across Europe to Caribbean cruises and luxury resorts across the globe.

• Millions in fully-funded exclusive promotions spent on behalf of all our travel franchise owners
• $2 Million in marketing, lead generation, and brand awareness programs spent on behalf of all our travel franchise owners
• Social Media resources, curated content and imagery
• Automated mass email solution
• Robust Travel Video Library with more than 100 videos
• Unlimited mobile-friendly websites 
• Websites accepting online consumer payments
• Public Relations Training and Support
• Email marketing on behalf of franchise owners
• National Partnerships with lifestyle brands 
• Direct Mail Program with fully-funded options
• My Cruise Control Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Tool that includes a complete reservation/booking system and a built-in financial reporting tool.
• Cruise Fare Watch which monitors for fluctuations in price

Dream Vacations franchise owners can run their business from anywhere in the world with an internet connection and a laptop. The typical day varies for each franchise owner, but it always involves speaking with clients, completing training courses and networking with others.

Conversations with clients often revolve around getting to know them and what they want in their dream vacations; sharing information about different vacation options and the travel partners we work with (cruise lines, hotels, all-inclusive resorts, and more) that will meet their needs and exceed their expectations; and creating an impressive daily itinerary with excursions and shopping and dining recommendations using our Travel Planner. Dream Vacations franchise owners can book travel to anywhere in the world while giving their clients exclusive promotions and perks.

• Level 1- New to the Travel Industry: $7,840 (financing options available when putting $3,500 down) 
• Level 2- Intermediate Travel Industry Experience: $3,195 
• Level 3- Experienced Travel Professional: $495 
• Up to 30% off the initial franchise fee is available to U.S Veterans, Gold Star Families and active-duty spouses; first responders; medical professionals; and community heroes.

The possibilities are endless. With more than 90% of our marketing programs included in the franchise cost, as well as award-winning training and technology tools, our franchisees have everything needed to run a successful business. They have opportunities to expand and add associates to grow their business and earn more revenue. In addition, by selling travel from home, our franchisees have no inventory and minimal overhead, which decreases their risk in starting a new business.

Our franchisees earn commission on their sales from a wide variety of vacations, travel insurance, excursions, and more. Our franchise owners receive 100% of the travel industry’s highest paid commissions, which we pay weekly via direct deposit because we are a debt-free company. 

It is important to us that we keep our initial franchise training class small so our new franchisees can really get to know each other and our headquarters team. That is why we host one new training class each month. When we are able, new franchisees will have the choice between attending an in-person initial training at our headquarters or a virtual weeklong initial training that provides the same amount of training and learning hours. Once training is completed, franchisees will have access to their websites and can start booking vacations immediately.

No, we accept franchisees with all levels of travel industry and business ownership experience, even if they have none. While those with prior travel industry experience do receive incentives, our award-winning training curriculum covers the travel industry, as well as basic soft and hard sales skills necessary in running a business. Regardless of your industry experience, we give each franchisee the information and tools they need to succeed as a travel agent franchise owner.

Yes, we proudly support military veterans and are ranked the #1 travel agency franchise for veterans. All military veterans receive an Enlistment Package valued at no less than $5,000 which includes:

• 30% discount to veterans, active-duty spouses and Gold Star Families, 
• Waived training fee for a business partner 
• Hire active-duty military spouses and veterans as associates at a discount. 
• Option to select one of two perks being offered including waived administrative fees or a Microsoft® Surface Pro tablet. 
• Access to the Command Center, a hub for everything military related.
• Veteran-themed marketing assets 
• Veteran-themed training
• Flexibility to move residences and stay in business
• Travel discounts 
• Veteran networking groups and internal message board
• Lead generation through VetFran’s Find a Franchise portal.

When owning a Dream Vacations franchise, you are joining a family that values integrity and transparency. Franchisees do not view each other as competitors, but as colleagues. Our Headquarters team’s only customer is our franchisees, and we pride ourselves in demonstrating daily that we care about them – personally and professionally. You truly are in business for yourself, but not by yourself when you join Dream Vacations. In addition, at Dream Vacations your voice will be heard. We have an open-door policy and we value our franchisees’ feedback – which is apparent in our Franchise Satisfaction Survey results and why we have a multitude of committees where our franchisees act as liaisons for the entire network.

Our goal is not to be the largest travel agency franchise, but the most successful. Our franchisees’ success is our only business, so it is a top priority for us to provide them with the best technology, training and support programs, exclusive promotions and lead generation initiatives and so much more! In fact, as our network grows, so does our headquarters team. 

Dream Vacations is part of World Travel Holdings, which is one of the largest sellers of cruises in the world. Because of this, we have incredible buying power with every major cruise line which means we get the best exclusive promotions around.