1851

The past two years have been a trying time for the travel industry. However, according to U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow, <a href="https://www.travelmarketreport.com/RetailStrategies/articles/What-is-the-State-of-the-US-Travel-Industry?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">domestic leisure travel has largely recovered</a>.&nbsp;On the heels of a surge in travel after the COVID-19 vaccines were deployed last year, business is booming for travel agencies and vacation planning franchises that are helping clients plan the vacation of their dreams, or at least a quick escape from their combination home/office/school.If you’re interested in getting in on the action, here are five of our favorite travel franchises for 2022.<h4><a href="https://www.cruiseplanners.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cruise Planners</a></h4><ul><li>Units: 2,800</li><li>Startup cost: $2,295–$23,665</li></ul>Backed by travel giant American Express, Cruise Planners is the largest home-based travel agent franchise. Founded in 1994 by a young mom and travel advisor, Michelle Fee, Cruise Planners travel advisors work from home selling full-service travel packages, including cruises, land-based vacations, travel insurance, car rentals and more.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://www.dreamvacationsfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dream Vacations</a></h4><ul><li>Units: 1,489</li><li>Startup cost: $2,000–$21,000</li></ul>Dream Vacations, which recently celebrated 28 years in business, is the world’s largest seller of cruise vacations. As part of World Travel Holdings, Dream Vacations was named one of the <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/fastestgrowing/2021?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">20th Fastest Growing Franchise Worldwide</a> and one of the <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/toplow-under50k/2021?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Top Low-Cost Franchises of 2021</a> by Entrepreneur Magazine. As a home-based business with no inventory, franchisees’ overhead costs (and risk) are minimal.<h4><a href="https://itripfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">iTrip</a></h4><ul><li>Units: 82</li><li>Startup Cost: $101,000–$141,000</li></ul>A trio of co-founders started this property-management company franchise in 2008 after their own property management needs were not being met. After conducting some research, they were unable to find adequate solutions in the marketplace. Today, their multi-million-dollar original territory in Panama City Beach, FL is where they continually test and perfect new innovative strategies for property management.<h4><a href="https://expediafranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Expedia Cruises</a></h4><ul><li>Units: 253</li><li>Startup Cost: $165,000–$291,000</li></ul>You may have used Expedia to book your most recent vacation, but are you familiar with their sister company, Expedia Cruises? The full-service leisure travel agency provides travel expertise for air, land and sea vacations. The business model provides customers with a seamless booking experience from start to finish, emulating the traditional Expedia model.&nbsp;<h4><a href="https://www.travelleaders.com/about_us/membership-opportunities.aspx?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Travel Leaders</a></h4><ul><li>Units: 367</li><li>Startup Cost: $2,000–$17,000</li></ul>Travel Leaders is a 30-year business that focuses not only on leisure travel but also business travel. The franchise can trace its beginnings to 1984 as the Carlson Wagonlit franchise system "Ask Mr. Foster" Travel, which itself was North America's first travel agency chain established in 1888. In 2016, for the eighth year in a row, Travel Leaders Group was the highest-ranking travel management company in <a href="https://www.businesstravelnews.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-travel-franchises-we-love-2717941" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Business Travel News'</a> annual compendium.&nbsp;

5 Travel Franchises We Love 

1851 Franchise

5-travel-franchises-we-love

Fresh Coat

photo of Fresh Coat Painters franchisees Isabel Calero and Diego Berto

Fresh Coat Painters Franchisees Expand to Serve Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth and Alpharetta

fresh-coat-painters-franchisees-expand-to-serve-roswell-sandy-springs-duluth-and-alpharetta

Layne's Chicken Fingers

"Layne’s Is My Final Hurrah": Scott Davis on Finding the Right Franchise and Building for the Future

laynes-scott-davis-on-finding-the-right-franchise-and-building-for-the-future

Melting Pot

photo of four people around a table at Melting Pot, enjoying cheese and chocolate fondue

The DNA of Melting Pot: Celebrating 50 Years of Fondue and Connection

melting-pot-celebrating-50-years-of-fondue-and-connection

Integrity Franchise Group

CHOOSING THE RIGHT LABOR MODEL FOR FRANCHISE SUCCESS

Choosing the Right Labor Model for Franchise Success

choosing-the-right-labor-model-for-franchise-success

Sola Salons

Why This Franchisee Invested in More Sola Salon Franchises Before Even Opening His First

why-this-franchisee-invested-in-more-sola-salon-franchises-before-even-opening-his-first

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

Login

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

TruGolf - Hybrid Golf Franchise - Nexus Golf - 1851 Franchise

TruGolf Links Unveils Revolutionary Hybrid Golf Franchise Concept

trugolf-links-unveils-revolutionary-hybrid-golf-franchise-concept

Photo of a basket of chicken wings with dipping sauce and celery

RestaurantNews: Franchisees File Comprehensive Legal Complaint Against Hurricane AMT

restaurantnews-franchisees-file-comprehensive-legal-complaint-against-hurricane-amt

Hooters - Bankruptcy Chapter 11 - 1851 Franchise

Hooters Prepares for Bankruptcy Amid Financial Struggles

hooters-prepares-for-bankruptcy-amid-financial-struggles

Burger King’s Parent Company Restructures Operations in China and the U.S. To Drive Growth

burger-kings-parent-company-restructures-operations-in-china-and-the-us-to-drive-growth

Papa Johns Faces Potential Takeover as Turnaround Efforts Continue

papa-johns-faces-potential-takeover-as-turnaround-efforts-continue

Tiam Behdarvandan’s Let’s Get Moving Offers a Franchise Opportunity Rooted in Growth and Support

tiam-behdarvandans-lets-get-moving-offers-a-franchise-opportunity-rooted-in-growth-and-support

Lucas Kovalcik Shares How The Gravity Vault Is Making Climbing Gyms Accessible Across the U.S.

lucas-kovalcik-shares-how-the-gravity-vault-is-making-climbing-gyms-accessible-across-the-us

Becoming Part of a National Network: The Advantages of United Water Restoration Group’s Franchise

Becoming Part of a National Network: The Advantages of United Water Restoration Group’s Franchise System

becoming-part-of-a-national-network-the-advantages-of-united-water-restoration-groups-franchise-system

Trua Senior Living Locators CEO Discusses Franchising Success and a Clinical Approach to Senior Placement

trua-senior-living-locators-ceo-discusses-franchising-success-and-a-clinical-approach-to-senior-placement

Paris Baguette Ranks Among Top Franchises on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for 2025 - 1851 Franchise

Paris Baguette Ranks Among Top Franchises on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for 2025

paris-baguette-ranks-among-top-franchises-on-entrepreneurs-franchise-500-for-2025

DOJ FTC Antitrust Guidelines - Franchise News - 1851 Franchise

DOJ and FTC Issue New Antitrust Guidelines with Implications for Franchising

doj-and-ftc-issue-new-antitrust-guidelines-with-implications-for-franchising

Franchisee spotlight featuring Ian and Dick Rydholm with gradient blue background and Sylvan logo

Ian and Dick Rydholm Celebrate 30 Years of Transforming Lives Through Sylvan Learning in El Paso, Texas

ian-and-dick-rydholm-celebrate-30-years-of-transforming-lives-through-sylvan

Florida Franchisee Reflects on Success and Growth with Sylvan Learning

florida-franchisee-reflects-on-success-and-growth-with-sylvan-learning

Military Veteran and Craft Beer Enthusiast to Bring Voodoo Brewing Co. to Toledo, Ohio

military-veteran-and-craft-beer-enthusiast-to-bring-voodoo-brewing-co-to-toledo-ohio

Domonique Downing - Big Frog Franchise - Fayetteville, GA - 1851 Franchise

Coca-Cola Scientist Finds Path to Autonomy with Big Frog Franchise in Fayetteville, Georgia

big-frog-franchise-fayetteville-georgia

5 Travel Franchises We Love

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS