Here’s what you’ll learn after reading this article:
- The initial 90 days after starting a franchise with Dream Vacations focuses on foundational training through the online Learning Center, an onboarding orientation, and an initial training course held either virtually or in Fort Lauderdale.
- New Franchise Owners receive continuous support through dedicated Business Development Managers, access to a network of industry experts, and a community invested in their professional growth.
- Franchise Owners benefit from a flexible “work-anywhere” business model that includes low startup costs, marketing and IT assistance, and professional travel opportunities to better serve clients.
If you’re looking into starting a franchise that can help you reach your professional goals – or if you simply want to know the first steps of becoming a Dream Vacations Franchise owner – we’ve got you covered with a look behind the scenes.
The first few months of your journey will be filled with introductions to key people and processes as well as getting you comfortable with the wealth of resources that Dream Vacations offers. These crucial steps will help you get your business underway and pave the path toward building a thriving franchise – one that supports the lifestyle you desire.
“We’ve been able to share the world with our kids—multiple cruises, resorts,” shares Dream Vacation Franchise Owner Joshua Wood. His wife, Jennifer, adds, “They’re our little travel agents in training.”
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What to Expect in Your First 90 Days
Discover what’s ahead in your journey once you sign up to become a Dream Vacations Franchise Owner and get a clear picture of what will happen during your first 90 days, as well as the benefits you’ll enjoy by starting a franchise with Dream Vacations. Those looking for easy franchises to start will love how everything is laid out. The first step in the training process is to complete required lessons through Dream Vacation’s Learning Center, which provide education about travel agency franchise and the basics of the program. These remain accessible on-demand after you’ve finished them, along with over 1,500 other courses available to help you succeed.
After you understand the general principles, an onboarding call will orient you to next steps after ensuring you have access to everything you need to get started. You’ll want to make sure to also check your Dream Vacations email daily to ensure you receive any important company updates.
Next up, Franchise Owners will join for a weeklong intensive initial training course, taken either in-person in our Fort Lauderdale, FL headquarters or virtually. After that, you’ll work with a dedicated Business Development Manager as you step into your new role as travel agency owner and begin building a network of industry experts to turn to with any questions. You’ll also want to identify who your target clients are, set up marketing goals and social media channels, and start building out your business plan. Don’t worry – all of these key steps will be covered in extensive detail during your training process.
All of these elements work in tandem to set Franchise Owners up on the path to success, with franchise resources consistently available throughout the process and beyond. “When we purchased the franchise and started training, we were just blown away by the knowledge of [Training Supervisor] Janice Hall, [Vice President of Training and Events] Charity Santiago, [Lead Training Specialist] Ismaris Ocasio and all of those people involved,” says Tim Hershey, who owns a Dream Vacations franchise with his wife, Debbie. “It’s been fantastic – and ever since we’ve had our franchise, Support Services is an invaluable tool within Dream Vacations. There isn’t anything that they cannot do.”
The Benefits of Franchise Ownership
There are many different perks for those who start their travel agency business with Dream Vacations. When weighing the advantages of buying a franchise vs. starting your own business, you’ll quickly see that starting a franchise is your best option. This is a flexible business that allows you to maintain control over your life by working anywhere in the world with an internet connection and according to your own schedule – meaning you get all the benefits of entrepreneurship, on top of the power of being part of the #1 travel agency franchise.
“We both decided to become Dream Vacations Franchise Owners because we needed something flexible so that we could still stay home with our kids and raise our families and start our own business and have something for ourselves,” says Dream Vacations Franchise Owner Hilary Lade of herself and her fellow Franchise Owner friend, Danna Rivchun.
“And now, as our kids are getting older, we’ve been able to work more full time and build our business and buy our own franchise in the past couple years,” Rivchun adds.
Other benefits of franchise ownership include reduced start-up costs, marketing assistance, IT support, networking events, an annual conference at sea and opportunities to travel to learn about the places that you’re suggesting to your clients.
Take the First Step Toward Starting a Franchise Today
While there are many reasons why you may be interested embarking on this journey, one of the biggest is the ability to be your own boss. You set your own goals and hours. Pair that with the fact that you have endless support and resources no matter how long you’ve been involved, and you’ll start to see why this plan is the best way to start a franchise business. It’s a model that blends independence with training and tools and surrounds you with a community that’s invested in you, giving you the best of both worlds long after your first 90 days is over.
Starting a franchise might be easier than you think. Take your first steps today by reaching out to Dream Vacations for more information!
FAQs
What training is required during the first 90 days?
New Francise Owners must complete lessons through the Dream Vacations Learning Center and attend a mandatory training course, which can be completed virtually or in person in Fort Lauderdale. Following this, an onboarding call is held to ensure access to all the resources needed to begin the business.
What kind of ongoing support do Franchise Owners receive?
Franchise Owners are assigned a dedicated Business Development Manager to help them transition into their new role. Additionally, they have access to a Support Services team, marketing assistance, IT support and a network of industry experts’ knowledge.
What are the primary benefits of owning a Dream Vacations franchise?
Franchise Owners enjoy a flexible “work-from-anywhere” schedule, reduced start-up costs and the independence of being their own boss. They also benefit from unique perks like an annual conference at sea and opportunities to travel to the destinations they recommend to clients.
