Every March, we celebrate Women’s History Month and the women who shape our communities, industries, and businesses.
At Cruise Planners, women are at the heart of our network. Many of our franchise owners are women who chose to build a business that fits their lives while helping others explore the world.
This year, we are proud to celebrate an exciting milestone.
In recognition of International Women’s Day, Cruise Planners was named to Franchise Business Review’s Top 100 Franchises for Women for 2026.
This honor reflects something we see every day in our network: women building successful businesses, supporting their families, and helping travelers create unforgettable experiences.
The Franchise Business Review Top 100 Franchises for Women ranking is based on research from nearly 9,000 female franchise owners across more than 320 franchise brands.
The rankings are built on real feedback from franchise owners. Women evaluate their experiences in areas like training, leadership, support, financial opportunity, and overall satisfaction.
Being included on this list shows that Cruise Planners continues to create an environment where women can grow, lead, and succeed in business.
Many women entrepreneurs today are exploring business opportunities that offer flexibility, purpose, and the ability to work from anywhere.
A travel franchise offers an opportunity to build a business while helping others plan meaningful experiences.
At Cruise Planners, many of our women-owned franchises share similar reasons for choosing this path.
These advantages make the Cruise Planners model attractive for many women who want both independence and support when starting a business.
Many Cruise Planners franchise owners begin their journey as women entrepreneurs looking for a flexible way to grow their own business. As business owners, they build strong client relationships and help travelers plan memorable vacations. For many, it starts as a small business that grows through repeat clients and referrals.
The Cruise Planners model makes franchise ownership more accessible by providing the training, tools, and support owners need to deliver exceptional customer service and build successful women-owned businesses.
No two entrepreneurs are the same, and that is especially true within our franchise network.
Some women start their Cruise Planners business as a full-time career. Others begin part-time while raising a family or working another job. Some are experienced travel professionals, while others are entering the industry for the first time.
Because the business is home-based and technology-driven, it can adapt to many lifestyles.
What matters most is the passion for helping clients travel and the commitment to growing your business.
Women entrepreneurs continue to shape the future of travel.
Through their businesses, Cruise Planners franchise owners help clients celebrate milestones, reunite with family, explore new destinations, and create lifelong memories.
At the same time, they are building something meaningful for themselves — a business they own and control.
Recognition like the Franchise Business Review Top 100 Franchises for Women highlights the impact women are making in the travel industry and within the Cruise Planners network.
If you’ve ever thought about starting your own travel business, Women’s History Month is a great time to explore the opportunity.
Cruise Planners offers a proven franchise model with the tools, training, and support to help you grow a travel business that fits your lifestyle.
For a limited time, new franchise owners can receive their first trip on us — and even earn commission on it.
Claim your free travel opportunity and learn how you can start your Cruise Planners travel business today.