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CruiseOne Dream Vacations (formerly CruiseOne) is a unique franchise in many ways. First off, total upfront costs are just under $10,000, you can work from home, and the only requirements are a dedicated computer and phone line. Royalty fees are 3%, capped at an annual $22,500, and monthly support fees are no more than $150. Not only is this franchise easy on the finances, but Military Times has ranked CruiseOne Dream Vacations the No. 1 franchise for veterans! Here’s the catch: It’s a competitive, price-sensitive market. A sales-minded personality is a must! As a franchisee, marketing will be your primary expense, especially while establishing a base clientele. The top producers might spend less on marketing, but that’s only because they’ve developed a network of repeat customers. Starting out, you should expect to spend $12,000 to $50,000 annually on marketing. CruiseOne Dream Vacations is owned by World Travel Holdings, the largest cruise distributor in the world! Thus, franchisees have access to travel packages and promotions that competitors can’t match. If you’d like a stay-at-home franchise business that doesn’t cost much to start and maintain, and you like to sell, then this might be the franchise for you!