Doesn’t Your Group Deserve the “World’s Best” Experience?
Would you like to reward your organization’s best with the “World’s Best” experience? Whether you’re planning an incentive travel program, a customer loyalty event, corporate meeting or executive...
View ArticleDon’t Risk Getting Lost in Translation – When to Use a DMC
Let’s say you’re planning an offsite event in an unfamiliar destination. Do you have the time and budget to fly around the world, meeting with local suppliers (and dealing with different languages) to...
View Article7 Ways to Cut Meeting Costs, Add Impact [SlideShare]
Challenged with doing more with less? (And really, who isn’t?) Here are 7 great ways to “Trim the Fat and Keep the Sizzle”. Check out the SlideShare, then download the free ebook for all 35 tips. Free...
View ArticleHow to plan wildly successful incentive travel programs
Here’s some disturbing (but not surprising) news: A new survey from the American Psychological Association reports that 50 percent of adults polled say they don’t feel valued at work. But here’s the...
View ArticleThree-Night, All-Inclusive Charter in the Med is Amazing Value
Take take your group to the yacht-speckled harbors of the Mediterranean during a three-night Silversea Cruises voyage, sailing round trip Monte Carlo – at an amazing charter price. Plan your meeting,...
View ArticleSwim With Sea Lions! Charter Specials in Galapagos
Lindblad Expeditions just told us about two great opportunities to experience the enchanted islands of Galápagos - at very special charter rates. A 10-day / 9-night charter of the 95-passenger...
View ArticleHow to Add Magic to Your Meetings and Events
Do you want to add a touch of magic to your next meeting or event? Norwegian Cruise Line just announced an all-new dining and entertainment experience, The Illusionarium, to debut on Norwegian Getaway....
View ArticleEnormous Benefits of Small Ship Cruise Events
For most meetings and group events, mega cruise ships make great venues. These “floating hotels” dazzle attendees with spectacular onboard features and unlimited variety. But for smaller, upscale...
View ArticleTwo Most Frequently-Heard Meeting Planner Requests
While meeting industry surveys indicate that planners are feeling more optimistic about future events, the vexing challenge to “do more for less” persists. Smart planners are discovering that cruise...
View ArticleShort Cruises Offer “Modern Luxury” Experience and More Meeting Space
If you plan meetings and group events, here’s some exciting news: Celebrity Constellation will soon be completely revitalized with upgraded staterooms, new dining venues, and more meeting space –...
View ArticlePlanners Shocked by Top 10 Cruise Trends
What travel experience motivates performance best and boasts the highest percentage of satisfied customers? Yep, cruising – but many meeting and event planners have yet to discover the remarkable value...
View Article7 Essential Social Media Resources for Meeting and Event Planners
A recent survey, published in the April 2013 issue of Convene Magazine, asked meeting professionals about their own professional development. More than 350 planners responded to the survey questions,...
View Article10 Reasons to Choose a “Modern Luxury” Venue for Your Event
Yes, we know that meeting budgets are being scrutinized and “luxury” might not be part of your vernacular these days, but that’s no reason to cut back on service and quality – it’s more affordable than...
View ArticleHow to Top Last Year’s Event (Hint: It’s Not a Cruise)
One of the biggest concerns we hear from meeting and event planners is “How do I top last year’s event?” Here’s one venue that’s guaranteed to exceed all expectations: an all-inclusive, deluxe yacht....
View ArticleEarth Day 2013 Update: The Truth About Cruising and the Environment
Happy Earth Day 2013! As we celebrate all things green, let’s not forget that 70% of the earth’s surface is covered by water, and nearly 97% of that water comes from our oceans. Today, more...
View ArticleDon’t Let Hesitations Stop You From Being a Hero!
Earlier this week, I was chatting with a long-time client about all the hesitations he had about planning a meeting at sea before he finally chose to cruise. Of course, hindsight is 20-20, and we...
View ArticleFirst look at Quantum Jaw-Dropping Innovations [video]
Royal Caribbean’s game-changing Quantum of the Seas will feature jaw-dropping firsts at sea such as skydiving; breathtaking views 300 feet above sea-level in a jewel-like capsule; and 270-degree sea...
View Article11 Easy Tips for Planning Healthy Meetings
Have you ever attended (or heaven forbid, planned) an event and looked around to see a group of tired, lethargic attendees? Chances are, it’s not the meeting content that’s the culprit, but the fat,...
View ArticleWhy It’s Time to Re-Think Your Meeting Space
Meeting planners and conference organizers, it’s time to stretch your imaginations and break the rules! Industry experts agree: new challenges demand creative solutions, and they begin with venue...
View ArticleLonging for Shorter Caribbean Cruises? Your Ship Just Came In!
If you’re longing for shorter cruise itineraries for your meeting or group event, here’s great news: Royal Caribbean will have five mega-ships offering short Caribbean and Bahamas cruises out of...
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