DEBUNKING EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE MISCONCEPTIONS
/Since everything is included - you can eliminate the need for a DMC. The cruise line handles it all for you: transfers, tours, meals, events. Simple!
Read MoreBuy the Sea President Shari Wallack’s latest blog posts debunks myths about european cruises and demystifies why all-inclusive resorts is a great option. News about new cruise ships and all-inclusive resorts for incentives and corporate meetings.
Since everything is included - you can eliminate the need for a DMC. The cruise line handles it all for you: transfers, tours, meals, events. Simple!
Read MoreOnce upon a time (1989) there was a cruise line called Renaissance. (I actually worked there in 1992). They built eight R-class ships with a capacity of 684 passengers each. Sadly, the company went defunct after a dismal 2001.
Read MoreWe receive dozens of cruise line videos and this one is “share-worthy” because it truly captures the spirit and the public spaces of the new Holland America Koningsdam.
Read MoreCaryn Rosenthal and I were there trying to figure out how we can get one of our clients to be the first one to charter Virgin's amazing new ship!
Read MoreThe brand new RCCL Symphony of the Seas is arriving next week and she is sure to turn heads! The largest ship in the world will be sailing out of Barcelona this summer and making her way to her home port of Miami in November.
Read MoreI know that when some people think of Holland America - two words come to mind: Senior Sailors! HOWEVER - Holland America is working diligently on a $300 million refurbishment of their existing fleet. Last year they debuted the 2650-passenger Koningsdam...
Read MoreWe are THRILLED to celebrate our "sixth-sational" win as RCCL's incentive partner of the year! There are so many people to acknowledge.
Read MoreFirst and foremost - the Virgin Voyages vessels (three on order) will be the first ever "adult by design" cruise ships. We've had adult-only all-inclusive resorts for years - but not one "mass market" cruise line has been previously willing to create ships for adult-only vacations.
Read MoreWith cruise lines looking for clever onboard features and offerings, it is no surprise that NCL has come up with a few adventurous activities. We all found it revolutionary when Dzisney came out of the Aqua Duck water ride. RCCL introduced the Flowrider and I-fly and for those who want to try out sky diving and surfing.
Read MoreFor years I have been telling clients that certain cruise lines like Crystal, Seabourn and Regent are akin to hotel brands such as Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons and St. Regis. But what if there really WAS a Ritz Carlton cruise line? Check this out!
Read MoreThe hotel industry is simple. Incentive buyers know the difference between a Four Seasons, a JW Marriott and a Sheraton. Ask them the difference between Crystal, Azamara and Celebrity and they may now know. In their defense – it is NOT their fault. While you can spend a weekend in any destination and visit half a dozen properties...
Read MoreShe is sleek, sophisticated, crisp, elegant and every bit luxurious! Looking for a beauty to charter for a very well-traveled group of top achievers? The Encore delivers on every level!
Read MoreThere Are Dozens Of River Cruises…. And Then There Is The Six-Star Crystal Mozart. If you have been onboard any Crystal ship – you can begin to visualize the style, colors and spaces. I like to call the décor luxuriously bold, yet elegantly understated – as if a billionaire with impeccable taste and an unlimited budget...
Read MoreAs the industry awaits the arrival of the new 2900-passenger Celebrity Edge, I had the pleasure of attending an exclusive reveal that left me mesmerized. Several articles are available via links below, but I want to share my own thoughts and insight into some of this ship’s revolutionary features.
I was delighted to participate in the first ever Celebrity Cruises Advisory Board meeting last week in Miami. Sharing ideas with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, President and CEO, Dondra Ritzenthaler, Sr VP of Sales (not pictured) and Lisa Vogt, Associate VP Incentive Sales was productive and enlightening. We shared our thoughts on sales and operational processes...
Read MoreIt's been years since Celebrity had a year 'round presence in the Caribbean. We are thrilled that the Equinox will spend 2017 sailing out of South Florida...
Read MoreThis violence is senseless and needs to stop so that our families, friends and colleagues can feel safe. I can assure you that the cruise industry is doing everything in its power to ensure the well-being of its passengers.
Read MoreWhen your butler asks if you prefer your coffee in a mug or a cup, you know you have embarked on a special ship!
Read MoreFun fact! The Seven Seas Explorer has over 500 chandeliers! Many of them are in hallways! The lighting on this ship is spectacular. No expense has been spared.
The art work, textured wallpapers, furniture, finishes, moldings, hardware, china, silverware and amenities are all first class on this most luxurious of vessels.
Read MoreWe were privileged to participate in a 90 minute cooking class onboard the ship. The culinary center is run by chef Kathryn Kelly a creative food mastermind who runs a seriously tight, but fun kitchen.
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