Travel Franchise News

Expedia Cruises Voyages to New Heights with ANCHOR Meeting at Sea

Expedia Cruises remains a force and sets the standard in the industry.

May 19th, 2025

Drew Daly Honored with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Hall of Fame 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award

Drew Daly has been honored with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award, one of the industry’s highest honors.

April 30th, 2025

Dream Vacations River Summit Equips Travel Advisors with In-Depth Industry Insights and Business Growth Strategies

The recently concluded Dream Vacations River Summit aboard AmaWaterways' AmaKristina provided travel advisors with an immersive educational experience along the Rhone River in France.

April 16th, 2025

Travel Advisor Wins National Business Award in Celebration of Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, Dream Vacations is proud to recognize an outstanding female travel advisor with the OPAL Award for Women.

March 12th, 2025

Expedia Cruises earned prestigious recognition in Travel Weekly’s 2024 Annual Magellan Awards.

Expedia Cruises has recently received five awards from Travel Weekly.

February 21st, 2025

Dream Vacations Ranked in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500®

Dream Vacations is ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®.

January 16th, 2025

Dream Vacations Once Again Ups Its Training Game for 2025 with AI Upgrades and Events

Dream Vacations is changing how travel advisors learn, grow, and thrive.

January 15th, 2025

Dream Vacations Announces Winners for “Operation Vetrepreneur Become Your Own General” Contest

Dream Vacations recently awarded three military veterans with free travel franchises as part of its annual award-winning business plan contest “Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General.”

December 13th, 2024

Discovery Map® Burlington Welcomes New Owners and Expands Mission with Localvore® Partnership

Discovery Map® Burlington is proud to announce a new chapter under the leadership of a dedicated team committed to celebrating and supporting the vibrant Burlington community.

December 10th, 2024

Travel Industry Titans Inspire with Fireside Chat Finale at Dream Vacations National Conference

The grand finale of the 2024 Dream Vacations National Conference aboard Celebrity Ascent was marked by an engaging fireside chat between World Travel Holdings Co-CEO/Chairman Brad Tolkin and Drew Daly.

November 27th, 2024

AI Suite for Dream Vacations Franchisees A Focal Point at 2024 National Conference

At the Dream Vacations National Conference aboard Celebrity Ascent, franchise owners experienced the latest AI-driven tools

November 26th, 2024

Dream Vacations Unveils Enhanced Website Packed with Cutting-Edge Technology

Dream Vacations is announcing the upcoming launch of its high-tech, newly designed website homepage and easy-to-use agent content management tool.

November 20th, 2024

Top Travel Agents Recognized During Awards Ceremony at 2024 Dream Vacations National Conference

It was a star-studded and touching evening filled with laughter, tears, and awe at the Dream Vacations annual awards ceremony hosted by Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager, Joelle Delva, vice president of operations, and Dawn Gillis.

November 20th, 2024

Elevating Experiences: Dream Vacations Hosts 2024 National Conference at Sea, Supporting Make-A-Wish®!

The excitement was palpable as Dream Vacations kicked off their highly anticipated 2024 National Conference aboard Celebrity Cruises® Celebrity Ascent.

November 19th, 2024

Dream Vacations Ranked In 2024’s Top 150 Franchises for Veteran

Dream Vacations has been ranked one of the top 150 franchises for veterans

November 14th, 2024

The Scout Guide

Franchise Highlighting Locally-Owned Businesses in Spartanburg Has Now Launched

The Scout Guide is proud to announce the expansion of its franchise with the launch of The Scout Guide Spartanburg.

October 24th, 2024

Dream Vacations Secures Four 2024 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards

Travel Weekly recognized Dream Vacations with four Magellan Awards.

October 17th, 2024

Discovery Map® Celebrates 50 Years of Hand-Drawn Maps and Announces Partnership with Localvore®

Discovery Map® is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary with an exciting new chapter: the acquisition of Localvore®.

October 17th, 2024

The Scout Guide

Franchise Highlighting Locally-Owned Businesses in Evansville & The Tri-State Area Has Now Launched

The Scout Guide launch of Evansville & The Tri-State Area.

October 10th, 2024

Discovery Map® of Cocoa Beach Wins Hospitality and Tourism Award at Space Coast Honors

Discovery Map® of Cocoa Beach has been honored with the Hospitality and Tourism Award at this year’s Space Coast Honors.

October 10th, 2024

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA)

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. Recognized as a Top 400 Franchise

Today, Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announces the brand’s inclusion in the exclusive Franchise Times Top 400 ranking for 2024.

October 8th, 2024

SkyRun Vacation Rentals Names Cord Thomas President and Chief Operating Officer

SkyRun Vacation Rentals (SkyRun) today announced that Cord Thomas has been appointed President and Chief Operating Officer.

September 5th, 2024

iTrip Vacations

iTrip® Asheville Opens Short-term Rental Property Management Company

iTrip® is expanding services to short-term rental property owners and guests in Asheville located in western North Carolina.

August 26th, 2024

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA)

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. Shares Leed Gold Certificate at New Headquarters Dedication

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) celebrated the opening of its new headquarters in Billings, Montana this week.

August 22nd, 2024

Expedia Cruises Announces Signed Agreements in Utah and Idaho

Expedia Cruises announces it has secured two separate single-unit franchise agreements to expand their services in the western region of the United States.

August 21st, 2024

TravelCenters of America Now Accepting Nominations for the 2025 Citizen Driver Award

TravelCenters of America is now accepting Citizen Driver® nominations.

August 14th, 2024

SkyRun Vacation Rentals Confirms Franchise Deal to Enhance Galveston’s Short-Term Rental Market

SkyRun Vacation Rentals has announced news of their latest franchise signing in Galveston, Texas.

August 13th, 2024

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA)

2024 Franchise Partnerships Fuel Continued KOA Growth

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) proudly continues its ongoing expansion.

August 9th, 2024

SIXT

SIXT Recognized With Two Travel Industry Honors as Voted by Readers

SIXT has been named Favorite Car Rental Company by readers in the 10th annual The Trazees Awards.

August 7th, 2024

Dream Vacations Unveils Details for 2025 National Conference

Home-based agents with Dream Vacations were surprised at their Nashville Regional Training when Selina Luketic, manager of national accounts for Princess Cruises, made the announcement revealing the network's 2025 National Conference.

July 25th, 2024

SkyRun Vacation Rentals Arrives in Big Bear with Two Locals at the Helm

Over the course of the last 40 years, Phil and Serena Chap’s family have developed a lifetime of memories in Big Bear, California.

July 25th, 2024

Manchester and Okemo Discovery Maps Under New Ownership

Discovery Map International proudly announces new ownership of its Okemo and Manchester, VT Discovery Map® franchises.

July 12th, 2024

Curio Collection by Hilton

Opatija Welcomes Keight Hotel Opatija, Croatia’s First Curio Collection by Hilton Opening

Today Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection by Hilton celebrates its opening in the picturesque Croatian town.

June 25th, 2024

Dream Vacations Launches LGBTQ+ Marketing and Training Resources for Pride Month

Dream Vacations is celebrating Pride Month by launching an initiative to assist its network of travel advisors in reaching LGBTQ+ travelers.

June 5th, 2024

Expedia Cruises Expands California Footprint with Anaheim Signed Agreement

Expedia Cruises announces a signed franchise agreement to bring its services to the Greater Anaheim area.

June 4th, 2024

TA Express Now Open in Grambling, Louisiana

TravelCenters of America is excited to announce the opening of TA Express in Grambling, Louisiana.

May 30th, 2024

TA Express Opens in St. Rose, Louisiana

TravelCenters of America is excited to announce the opening of TA Express, in St. Rose, Louisiana located at 10405 E Airline Hwy St. Rose Louisiana.

May 29th, 2024

TravelCenters of America Launches Round Up Campaign to Support St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund

TravelCenters of America is conducting its annual Round Up campaign in support of the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, (SCF).

May 23rd, 2024

Discovery Map® releases new editions of Discovery Map of Eastham & Wellfleet and Discovery Map of Chatham & Orleans.

Discovery Map® International recently announced the issue of new editions of Discovery Map of Eastham & Wellfleet and Discovery Map of Chatham & Orleans.

May 15th, 2024

Your Travel Guide - Discovery Map® of Annapolis Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map® of Annapolis. Mark Fullem owns the map.

May 13th, 2024

Our Travel Guide - Discovery Map® of Charleston Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map® of Charleston, South Carolina.

May 10th, 2024

Your Travel Guide - Discovery Map® of Mount Desert Island Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map® of Mount Desert Island (Bar Harbor). Andy Allen owns the map.

May 10th, 2024

Entrepreneur Names SkyRun Vacation Rentals One of 2024’s Top Emerging Franchises

SkyRun Vacation Rentals announced this morning that the brand was recognized by Entrepreneur magazine as being one of 2024’s Top New & Emerging Franchises.

May 7th, 2024

Your Travel Guide - Discovery Map® of Galveston Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map® of Galveston. Jeana and Troy Leek own the map.

May 7th, 2024

The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing Officially Opens as New Addition of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Brand

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing.

May 6th, 2024

SkyRun Vacation Rentals Celebrates Anniversary with Limited-Time Offer

SkyRun Vacation Rentalsis offering a 20% discount on bookings made during the month of May at select destinations.

May 2nd, 2024

Motel 6

Motel 6 Appoints Garfield as First-Ever Chief Pet Officer

Motel 6, Proud Sponsor of Pets™ and official hotel partner of "The Garfield Movie," appointed its first-ever Chief Pet Officer.

April 29th, 2024

Your New Travel Guide - Ellen Christman and Nicole Guidi to Launch Discovery Map of Sarasota

Discovery Map International recently announced Ellen Christman and Nicole Guidi as the owners of a new map, Discovery Map of Sarasota.

April 25th, 2024

Dream Vacations Treat Top Performers To A Full Ship Charter Aboard AmaWaterways AmaBella

Dream Vacations recently recognized its top-producing travel agency franchise owners, who are members of the homebased network’s prestigious “Circle of Excellence."

April 24th, 2024

Discovery Map Launches New Visitor Guide for “Witch City”

Hold onto your broomsticks! Discovery Map International will launch Discovery Map® of Salem in summer 2024.

April 11th, 2024

Curio Collection by Hilton

Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection by Hilton Opens in the Heart of the Tuscan Capital

Hilton has opened Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection by Hilton in Italy.

April 8th, 2024

Your Travel Guide - Discovery Map® of Transylvania County, NC Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map® of Transylvania County, North Carolina.

April 5th, 2024

Your Travel Guide - Discovery Map of Portland, ME Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map of Portland, Maine. Susan Allen owns the map.

April 4th, 2024

Your Travel Guide: Discovery Map® of Mount Pleasant Releases New Edition

Discovery Map International recently announced the issue of a new edition of Discovery Map® of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Katie Finch Lewis owns the map.

March 28th, 2024

Canopy by Hilton

Hilton Announces the Opening of Canopy by Hilton Seychelles

Hilton today announced the opening of its newest property, Canopy by Hilton Seychelles.

March 21st, 2024

Travel Advisor Wins National Business Award in Celebration of Women’s History Month

Dream Vacations celebrates Women’s History Month in March by honoring a female travel advisor with the OPAL Award for Women.

March 11th, 2024

Your travel guide…Discovery Map® releases two new editions of maps for Puerto Rico

Discovery Map International recently announced the release of new editions of Discovery Map® of Culebra and Discovery Map® of Vieques.

March 11th, 2024

Your new travel guide…Al Pascual to launch Discovery Map of Crystal River, FL

Discovery Map International recently announced Al Pascual as the owner of a new map, Discovery Map of Crystal River, FL.

March 8th, 2024