A recent Franchise Business Review (FBR) survey has revealed that Dream Vacations franchisee's satisfaction level is above the industry standard. The travel business ranked over 10 percent higher than its peers in the Travel and Hospitality Benchmark, leading it to be named "Best in Category."
Brand Senior Vice President Debbie Fiorino said the company is focused on providing dream franchise opportunities to people who want to help others and are passionate about travel. According to Fiorino, the number one priority of the company is franchisee success, and they have seen a correlation between the franchisee's financial success and the personal service they receive from the support team. The travel industry is also fun, according to the vice president, which makes the brand an enjoyable career for its franchisees.
Ninety-eight percent of the survey respondents said they enjoyed operating their franchises, attributing this to career passion and how easily they can conduct their businesses, and they said that they felt like they were part of the family with the travel brand. Dream Vacations does offer cutting-edge technology to its franchisees, which makes it possible for them to work anywhere there is an Internet connection. This is a home-based franchise business, so franchisees also have tremendous flexibility. In addition, 94 percent said they would recommend this franchise to others.
Brand franchisee Lainey Melnick of Austin, Texas, said that the relationships between franchisees is one of the biggest strengths of the brand's network. According to the franchisee, the initial training, conference and regional training is excellent and fosters ongoing relationships between franchisees.
Dream Vacations provides support via its headquarters team, starting with the development team, and continues throughout franchisee ownership with its corporate support team. This brand also works to provide upgrades and enhancements to the system on a continual basis to support franchisees in an ever-changing industry. Currently, this brand is offering franchise opportunities in several markets, with an initial investment of $9,800. Financing is available for those who qualify.
