What is a Franchise?

A turn-key business

Franchises are organizations that grant an individual or group the right to carry out specific commercial activities for a company's products. In the travel industry, there are several different franchises that have created brand recognition and possibly even a built-in customer base. Purchasing a franchise usually means buying a "turn-key business" with rights to their marketing, branding, technology, and supplier contracts.

Do I have to buy a franchise?

Not at all! The option is entirely up to you. If you are looking to jump right into business with an existing brand, in-depth training, and mentorship, franchises can really help you out. However, most franchises require adhereance to universal operating procedures to ensure a similar customer experience and do not allow independent agencies to use their own individual branding.

Ready to get started?

Here is a list of some of the top-rated travel industry franchises to help ease your search. There is no "right answer" when it comes to choosing a franchise, it has to make the most sense to you and your business model.

We recommend checking out each franchise to find the one that is best suited to your needs! Some may include additional technologies for your business, some include marketing initiatives, and some are even invite-only.

For reviews of each franchise, be sure to check out:
www.HostAgencyReviews.com
www.FindaHostTravelAgency.com

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