Franchiseing - THe Right Choice at the Right Time

Franchising is a proven method for doing business that brings together a collective pool of owners to develop brand recognition, share knowledge, education and ideas as well as use their combined strength in purchasing and market dominance. It ultimately combines the entrepreneurial drive of a small business with the resources of a larger company.

The franchise advantage:

• Franchise businesses account for 42% of all retail sales in the United States
• Franchise businesses employ more than 8.5 million Americans
• 1 out of every 12 business is a franchised business
• A new franchised business opens every 8 minutes

From the IFA (International Franchise Association) website:
"Success" is a subjective term. A September and October 1997 Gallup Organization study on franchise owner's and attitudes towards their franchise experience revealed that more than nine of ten franchise owners stated that they considered their franchise to be somewhat or very successful. Two of three respondents said that they would not have been successful if they tried to open the same business on their own. The franchising system is designed to provide a formula for operating a successful business. Unavoidable business mistakes have been worked out of the system through experience and the franchisor is available to assist when new challenges arise. The Small Business Administration says most businesses fail from lack of management skills. With a franchised business, your franchisor should be eager to help you overcome problems. Your hard work and the franchisor's expertise spell a strong partnership."

Founded in 1992 by entrepreneurs, CruiseOne is now part of NLG, the world's largest cruise retail company. Excellent cruise line relationships coupled with progressive and innovative marketing, provide our franchise owners with a set of tools unmatched in the industry. Our members come from all walks of life and social and business backgrounds. But they share one thing in common - a passion for the cruise industry and a commitment to provide superb service to their customers. Each year, CruiseOne adds new marketing programs and enhanced technology, while maintaining the personal service coveted by our clients. Whether it's planning family reunion cruises or corporate meetings at sea, our franchise owners continue to set the pace by delivering our hallmark "high tech with high touch" service.