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Cruise Holidays
- Carlson Travel Network Associates, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55344-32
- (800) 496-2255 / (952) 914-6743
- (952) 914-6947 (Fax)
- Mr. Mark Schiffner, VP Franchise Development
- [email protected]
Cruise Holidays is the largest cruise-specialty franchise in North America offering retail and home-based franchises and career opportunities. Cruise Holidays is also a distinguished provider of all-inclusive resort and land tour vacation packages. It is our carefully crafted standards and brand positioning that set Cruise Holidays apart from the competition. Our name says it all . . . a focus on the cruise experience for our customers. If you are interested in the excitement and allure of the cruise industry, Cruise Holidays has the expertise to help you achieve your entrepreneurial dream.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1984
Franchising Since: 1984
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 116 | 100.0% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total Operating Units | 116 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 86 | 74.1% | In 34 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 30 | 25.9% | In 4 Provinces |
| International | 0 | 0.0% | In 0 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 116 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| California | 27 |
| Ontario | 21 |
| Florida | 18 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia, Alberta
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General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | No |
| Franchisee Association? | Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 13 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | No |
| Financial Assistance | No |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | Yes |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | Yes |
| Regional Advertising | No |
| Local Advertising | No |
| Marketing Materials | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos |
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing | N/A |
|---|---|
| Central Purchasing | N/A |
| Field Operation Evaluation | Included |
| Field Training | Included |
| Initial Store Opening | Included |
| Inventory Control | N/A |
| Franchisee Newsletter | Included |
| Regional or National Meetings | Yes, at additional cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Training
| New Franchisee training in Minneapolis, MN | 3 Weeks |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $250K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | $30K |
| Total Investment | $137-248K |
| Average Total Investment | $193K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $30K |
| On-Going Royalty | $750/mo. |
| Average Royalty | 0% |
| Advertising Fee | 0% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees | 0 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) | 800-1000 |
| Preferred Site Types | Strip Center |
| Other Site Types Allowed | Good visibility to drive-by & walk-by traffic |
| Encourages Conversions | Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | No |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 5 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 5 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 1 |
| Formal Education | 1 |
| Psychological Profile | 4 |
| Personal Interviews | 5 |
Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract | 3 |
|---|---|
| Term of Renewal Period | 3 |
| Passive Ownership? | Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? |
No |
| Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 40 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States except Alaska |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada except Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundl |
| Overseas | No |
