Perhaps you’re in the same boat as 2 event planners who called us today. They delayed making any commitments last year for this year’s group travel programs, waiting to see how the economy would play out in the New Year. One is an incentive travel planner who wants to host 200 people for several nights [...]
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We’d like to add another item to our good news list for meeting pros – this one is HUGE: According to a new study released by PricewaterhouseCoopers and an alliance of 14 meetings industry organizations, the meetings industry contributes $907 billion to the U.S. economy, generating 6.3 million jobs and providing $64 billion in federal [...]
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Serious Business, Serious Value, Serious Fun That’s Carnival Cruise Lines’ recipe for successful meetings and group events – and it works! With more ships, more short itineraries, and more drive-in ports, Carnival offers a variety of value-driven options to accommodate your meeting needs and your bottom line. And what’s so wrong with throwing in a [...]
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So you want to find a ship for you next group event – smart planner! There are so many factors to consider, including size of your group, departure date, destination, and number of nights. Seasite’s Power Search tool lets you enter this information plus group criteria not found anywhere else – like largest function room [...]
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This December, rock fans will have the chance to party at sea with legendary performers like ZZ Top, George Thorogood and the Destroyers, and 10 other rock bands – and support a great cause at the same time. The floating 4-night Rock Legends Cruise kicks off December 1 aboard Royal Caribbean International’s amazing mega-ship, Liberty [...]
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We know that 2010 was no walk in the park for meeting and event planners. In fact, the last two years have been rocky at best. But with tenacity, resilience, creativity and grit, you not only survived – you thrived. So this Valentine’s Day, we’re happy to spread some love with a good news report [...]
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“Fun at Work†is Not an Oxymoron That’s right, when it comes to work, “fun†is no longer a dirty word – in fact, it’s highly recommended. With more evidence that fun and success go hand in hand, business leaders are beginning to realize that a little bit of playful fun at work is not [...]
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“Remnant Voyages” now available! Psssst….Our friends at SeaDream Yacht Club just told us about a few short voyages (2, 4 or 5-nights) in the Caribbean and French Riviera that aren’t even published…yet. Their beautiful, all-inclusive yachts – SeaDream I & II - each accommodate 112 guests and are perfect for charter. Whether you’re planning a [...]
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Planners, as you dig into 2011, your New Year’s resolutions and personal goals may sadly fall by the wayside. But there’s one resolution you absolutely must keep this year – for your own good: Take Your Vacation! We know 2010 was a tough year for meeting planners – long hours, reduced staff, tighter budgets. Did [...]
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It’s no longer optional – busy meeting professionals are relying on their smart phones and iPads to conduct business and plan successful events. There are thousands of useful apps – but with so many options, how do you begin to narrow them down? Don’t get overwhelmed! As you begin your app journey, start with the [...]
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