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Tawnee Sons, World2Sea - A Franchise of Cruise Planners

Last updated: 7:00 AM ET, Mon October 28, 2024

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Bio 

Tawnee Sons is co-owner of World2Sea, the second-highest earning travel agency under the Cruise Planners franchise. She entered the travel industry in 2011 and joined an existing Cruise Planners franchise, helping the agency grow from $3-4 million a year in annual sales to currently making over $20 million in annual sales. Her agency supports fifteen agents, three administrative assistants and two full-time marketing managers. Sons is 36 years old. 

"After witnessing the incredible young talent entering our industry at the Future Leaders Retreat, being recognized with this award is truly the highest honor I could imagine," Sons said. "It's a personal milestone I’ve dreamed of achieving, and it’s a wonderful moment to reflect on the ambitious goals I set and the journey I’ve taken to accomplish them." 

Industry Reference

"It is with great pride that I recommend Tawnee Sons for the prestigious 40 Under 40 Award in Travel. As one of Cruise Planners' top advisors, Tawnee has consistently demonstrated an exceptional ability in being a franchise leader, managing over 20 associates,” said Michelle Fee, Founder and CEO at Cruise Planners. 

“Since joining Cruise Planners, Tawnee and her team have consistently shined, now holding the impressive position of being the owner of our #2 franchise out of over 2,500 agencies. Tawnee’s success stems from her visionary approach, tackling challenges with ambition...Nothing is too big for Tawnee to handle, and her forward-thinking strategies continue to set new standards for excellence.”


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