Who is responsible for all travel, lodging, and other expenses incurred in connection with attending training programs for an Embassy Suites franchise?

According to Embassy Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for all travel, lodging, and other expenses incurred by themselves, their employees, or their Management Company's personnel in connection with attending required or optional training programs. This includes the cost of travel and accommodations. The franchisee is also responsible for selecting the personnel who will attend the training programs.

This means that as an Embassy Suites franchisee, you must budget not only for the training fees charged by Embassy Suites, but also for all associated travel and lodging costs for yourself and your staff. These costs can vary significantly depending on the location of the training, the number of employees attending, and the duration of the training program. It is important to factor in these expenses when evaluating the overall cost of investing in an Embassy Suites franchise.

Embassy Suites may specify certain required and optional training programs and provide these programs at various locations. They may also charge the franchisee for required and optional training services and materials. This highlights the importance of carefully reviewing the training requirements outlined in the Franchise Agreement and understanding the associated costs before signing the agreement. A prospective franchisee should inquire about the typical costs associated with travel and lodging for training to better estimate these expenses.