After my husband was diagnosed with cancer in mid 2000, I left Landry & Kling for what I thought would be a few weeks. Instead, I was gone for about four years. During that time, I missed important milestones in the evolution of the cruise industry. And it was only by virtue of taking a [...]
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Beginning this week, West Coast meeting and event planners have one more reason to celebrate – a new close-to-home “floating venue” option. And The 2,052-passenger Carnival Inspiration is now offering three and four-night cruises from Long Beach, California to Baja Mexico. Why is this great news for planners like you? Here are the top three [...]
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The Planner’s Challenge Do any of these scenarios resonate with you? You’re planning a small, high-profile event and security is a must. You want to reward your top achievers with a unique, luxury experience – without breaking the bank. Your incentive must create memorable experiences, foster stronger relationships, and ensure a positive return on investment. [...]
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ConventionSouth’s 2012 Meeting Trends in the South Report was published in the magazine’s November issue, and we’re happy to find solid evidence that meetings are on the upswing. One Word: More! The report boldly announces “More is the Word”. And indeed, the survey of more than 100 professional planners from across the country revealed several [...]
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Event marketing has evolved – are you up to speed? There are two key reasons people attend events: educational content and networking opportunities. They turn to social media for the same reasons – shouldn’t you? Social platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter provide a cost-effective way for planners to build buzz, promote their events, reach [...]
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We’ve known it all along, but now even CNN is onboard and spreading the news: “Businesses cruise more to meetings — literally”. Today’s article by Kayleigh Kulp published on CNN.com reports that interest in holding corporate meetings on cruise ships is on the rise. The research firm PhoCus Wright confirms that 8% of companies surveyed [...]
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With prices this low, there’s never been a better time to plan your meeting or group event at sea! Royal Caribbean International is now offering incredible three-night cruises to the sunny Bahamas from Miami or Port Canaveral, Florida, with group rates starting at an unbelievable $80 per person, per night for oceanview rooms. Don’t miss [...]
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It’s no secret that meeting and incentive planners are searching for destinations that are enticing as well as affordable, so it makes perfect sense that cruise ships sailing from close-to-home ports are becoming increasingly popular venues for corporate events. Did you know that an estimated 47 million people live within a 500-mile radius of New [...]
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There’s a place a half a world way where skyscrapers tower over ancient temples and imperial cities await discovery. And for serious knowledge seekers, there’s a cruise company that’s about to sail deep into the heart of this timeless land to open new windows of understanding. Beginning November, 2012, Voyages to Antiquity is offering once-in-a-lifetime [...]
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As planners continue to feel pressure to cut program expenses, drive-to meetings take center stage. If you’re looking for a fabulous meeting or incentive destination close to home – look no further! Royal Caribbean International offers you a variety of North American home ports to choose from – coast to coast and in between. In [...]
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