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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mybestplanet vs Dream Vacations including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $26,000 - $65,000 | $1,795 - $20,300 |
Franchise Fee | $7,800 - $19,500 | $495 - $9,800 |
Royalty Fee | 0 | 1.5% -3% |
Advertising Fee | 0 | - |
Year Founded | 2009 | 1991 |
Year Franchised | 2010 | 1992 |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | 5 years |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | 5 years |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/No | Yes/Yes |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/Yes |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | Classroom Training: 45 hours |
Support | Our initial support Upon a set delivery date we will create for you a fully working duplicate portal along with the backend and myfacility control systems (management area for the accommodation facilities which you can access using the same username and password for the backend) with which you will operate the portal and manage your business. We have structured a training program covering every aspect of the business, designed to fast track you through all the operating procedures. We will work with you to give you all the right input that will help you to implement the content sections, which will be preparatory for other steps, namely the sale of advertising space and especially the online accommodation facilities affiliation. Our Franchise Operations Manual explains all the portal sections and the way to work around them. Our help desk is always at your disposal for questions and suggestions. Our ongoing support We are constantly updating and expanding the portal with new tools and functionality, guaranteeing an up-to-date platform in this ever changing market. In addition to the above, our free ongoing support includes: � Design and Creation of all advertising materials on your portal. � Training, coaching and support from our dedicated team. � Helpline facility for advice on all technical aspects of the business. � Access to your backend to full control your platform. �Providing all the corporate identity materials (business cards, presentations, contracts, business commission form etc.). � Portal hosting and management, renewal of your Secure Server Locket using the best companies on the market (Verisign, GoDaddy, etc.). � Implementation of all new web applications and upgrades. � Commitment to constantly develop the brand awareness of Mybestplanet and its network. � Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Internet Marketing | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform |
Marketing | Currently our advertising costs are entirely based on web promotion (PayClick, AdWords, listing, Impressions, etc...) that is the end-customers resource. | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | No |
International Expansion | - | No |
As part of an established brand, you gain credibility among consumers and have access to resources that would be hard to secure on your own. You also have access to training programs that will educate you on how to run a business, operational procedures to get your business started immediately, and specific to CruiseOne / Dream Vacations, developed relationships with cruise and land suppliers through our headquarters team. That is what a franchise model provides - a support system to get you on the right track and make sure you stay there.
Franchising Benefits
We have been a member of the International Franchise Association (IFA) since 1992. Please find below some interesting economic facts about the exciting franchise industry.
Franchising continues to grow at nearly 6% per year
Franchise businesses will add 247,000 new direct jobs this year
There are more than 3,000 different franchises in about 75 different industries in the USA alone
Economic output from franchise businesses is estimated to increase by 5.4% over last year to $889 billion
Join 1000+ franchise owners who love the travel business.