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Change Your Life. At Expedia CruiseShipCenters, you'll get tools to create wealth -- time to create joy. With over 110 retail locations from coast to coast and a powerful internet strategy, our Franchise Partners enjoy a rewarding business and a great lifestyle. Proven, turn-key systems and support means no travel industry experience is required to launch your business. Enjoy the competitive advantage of the #1 travel brand, massive buying power, award-winning marketing and industry-leading technology.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1987
Franchising Since:
1988
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
116
98.3%
Company-Owned Units:
2
1.7%
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Total Operating Units:
118
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
12
9.4%
In 8 States
Canada:
115
90.6%
In 9 Canadian Provinces
International:
0
0%
In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:
127
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. Alberta
10
2. British Columbia
35
3. Ontario
53
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Washington
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$250K
Cash Investment:
$75K
Total Investment:
$125K-150K
Average Total Investment:
$140K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$43K
Average Franchise Fee:
$43K
On-Going Royalty:
9%
Average Royalty:
9%
Advertising Fee:
$630/mo
Average Number of Employees:
2 Full-time, 12 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
900
Preferred Sites:
Storefront, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
No
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
Yes
Franchisee Association/Member:
No
Size of Corporate Staff:
76
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Yes
Financial Assistance?
No
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
Yes
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
Yes
Local Advertising:
Yes
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Site Signs, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
