The Investment

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Start-up Costs


The typical franchisee invests approximately $204,000 (USD) including working capital to open a location. The investment ranges, at a high-level, is as follows:

Type of ExpenditureAmount (low range)Amount (high range)
Franchise Fee$49,000$49,000
Training Transportation & Accommodation$1,500$8,245
Office and Premises$61,500$135,000
Administrative$1,800$7000
Additional Working Capital for the first 18 - 36 months$35,700 $59,500
Total Estimated Initial Investment$149,500$258,745

*All figures listed above are from our 2025 USA FDD and are represented at a high-level. Refer to the FDD for full details on investment ranges.
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Financing Options

Expedia Cruises franchisees finance their businesses in several different ways. The most common sources of financing include:

  • SBA
  • ROBBS (401K Roll-over financing)
  • HELOC (Home Equity Lines of Credit)
  • Self-financing

A member of our franchise development team will assist you in determining your best financing options.

Financing Options

Expedia Cruises franchisees finance their businesses in several different ways. The most common sources of financing include:

  • SBA
  • ROBBS (401K Roll-over financing)
  • HELOC (Home Equity Lines of Credit)
  • Self-financing

A member of our franchise development team will assist you in determining your best financing options.