(Franchise Buy) - By . Updated Apr 17, 2013

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Expedia CentredeCroisières Sets Sail for the National Franchise & Business Opportunities Show

Leading Travel Franchise Exhibits April 20 and 21, Offering Exclusive Singing Incentive

Vancouver, British Columbia —Expedia^® CruiseShipCenters^® – part of Expedia^® Inc, the largest online travel company in the world, is making it easier for potential franchise partners in Quebec to make their entrepreneurial dreams come true by exhibiting at The National Franchise & Business Opportunities Show in Montreal. With nine locations currently located throughout Quebec, and two more centers set to open this year, the company’s French brand, Expedia CentredeCroisières is flourishing.

The National Franchise & Business Opportunities Show provides potential franchisees with the opportunity to meet with Canada’s best known franchises. The show takes place at Palais des Congres, 201, avenue Viger Ouest, Montreal, QC on April 20 & 21, 2013.

The company is offering a signing incentive exclusively for show attendees who are awarded an Expedia CruiseShipCenters franchise by June 1, 2013. New franchisees will receive a bonus $5,700 in free marketing including a year’s supply of Vacation Specials flyers delivered to targeted households in their exclusive territory. Expedia CruiseShipCenters will also provide a New Franchise Start-Up Kit complete with posters, ballot boxes, brochures, recruitment collateral and more.

Michael Mutsaerts, Vice President of Franchise Sales and Jeff Warkentin, Franchise Sales Specialist will be on site at booth no. 111 to educate attendees about the Expedia CruiseShipCenters franchise opportunity. This will be the perfect time to learn more about this exciting retail franchise opportunity or discover the rewards of becoming a Vacation Consultant.

“We are very excited to meet show attendees in Quebec who are passionate about travel and have an entrepreneurial spirit,” said Michael Mutsaerts. “Through the steady introduction of new ships, the cruise industry has enjoyed systematic growth which will continue through 2013 and beyond. There has never been a better time to own an Expedia CruiseShipCenters franchise.”

Offering award winning marketing programs, the industry’s best customer relationship management system, CruiseDesk® and the power of the #1 brand in travel, Expedia CruiseShipCenters has one of the highest sales volumes by location compared to their travel franchise competitors. Visit www.expediafranchise.com for more information about joining the Expedia CruiseShipCenters team.

ABOUT EXPEDIA CRUISESHIPCENTERS

Expedia CruiseShipCenters provides exceptional value and expert advice for travelers booking cruises and vacations through its network of more than 170 franchise locations. As part of Expedia, Inc., the largest online travel company in the world, the company’s 4,000 Vacation Consultants have been navigating spectacular vacation experiences for customers across North America for more than 25 years. A member of the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) for 20 years, Expedia CruiseShipCenters is a 5 time winner of the CFA Award of Excellence. Named a fast-growing franchise by MSN Money, Expedia CruiseShipCenters offers flexible, rewarding business opportunities for Consultants and Franchise Owners with a passion for travel. For more information on joining the Expedia CruiseShipCenters team, visit www.expediafranchise.com. 

Expedia is either a registered trademark or trademark of Expedia, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other logos or product and company names mentioned herein may be the property of their respective owners. © 2013 Expedia, Inc. All rights reserved. CST # 2029030-50 and CST # 20893-43

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