tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77146484743680328642024-03-26T23:36:13.966-07:00CEALS Meetings on Cruise ShipsConducting corporate or association business and sales meetings, conferences and workshops on a cruise ship is cost-efficient and cost-effective and provides an enjoyable experience for participants. The all-inclusive nature of cruise pricing is far less than a typical meeting at a land venue. No expensive food and beverage or AV contracts, lots of meal choices and a variety of accommodations to fit every budget.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7714648474368032864.post-32348175231033554522022-07-28T23:24:00.011-07:002022-08-02T11:50:38.484-07:00Business Events on Cruise Ships<p align="center"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy;"><br /></span></span></div><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpZuntEH1TqPxg0_8hAKg6_a1EdhBHBIevC-VTFcYwuZj3z0zRea2nCk-7Cht7cNHvGD8TsRsgcCva7o40-7YgWKJi87GHX6ZxpThdWjmu4MmaIVRWzwC5Y0cBCN6QbavUdAwDDvNOnnhhsm2yL7gH7fCqdK5G3roBo6lMWGKQFHRJyfT8_S4bGyI_/s256/Oasis%20Conference%20Center%205.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="176" data-original-width="256" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpZuntEH1TqPxg0_8hAKg6_a1EdhBHBIevC-VTFcYwuZj3z0zRea2nCk-7Cht7cNHvGD8TsRsgcCva7o40-7YgWKJi87GHX6ZxpThdWjmu4MmaIVRWzwC5Y0cBCN6QbavUdAwDDvNOnnhhsm2yL7gH7fCqdK5G3roBo6lMWGKQFHRJyfT8_S4bGyI_/s1600/Oasis%20Conference%20Center%205.jpeg" width="256" /></a></div>Consider conducting your next business or association meeting, conference or workshop at sea on a cruise ship. Your participants will love it and your finance d</span></span><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy;">epartment will be thrilled! </span></span><div><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy;">For more information, </span><span style="color: firebrick;"><strong>call us at 877 836-1949, option 2 for a free event consultation or</strong></span><span style="color: navy;"> submit our </span><a href="https://www.meetingsoncruiseships.com/p/request-information.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: navy;">request for information </span></a><span style="color: navy;">form.</span></span><p></p>
<p align="center"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial;"><font><font> </font></font></span></p><p align="center"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: arial;"><span><span><strong>Cruise Ships Can be a Great Venue for Events</strong></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: navy;"><span>Conducting meetings, conferences and workshops at sea on a cruise ship is an economical and efficient way to stage your event. You will be amazed at how easy and affordable it is to conduct an event on a ship compared to a land-based venue. Many things you pay extra for on land are all included in the price shipboard. Cruises are highly popular with attendees and help make your event a roaring success. Select the length of cruise that is best for your business needs from 3, 4 ,5, 7 or 10 days and longer. Choose great itineraries such as Alaska, the Caribbean,<span style="color: navy;"> </span></span><font><span>Hawaii</span> <span>an</span></font></span><span><span style="color: navy;">d Mexican Riviera that are sure to be a hit with conference attendees who experience a perfect blend of interesting, enjoyable ports of call with days at sea to conduct important business functions. For longer, more impressive events, Europe and the South Pacific offer outstanding opportunities. For large groups a partial or full ship charter gives you options that will make your event very special. As you explore our site, you will learn about the advantages of having your next meeting or conference at sea. Visit our </span><a href="https://www.meetingsoncruiseships.com/p/planning-your-event.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: firebrick;"><b>Meeting Planning Section</b></span></a><span style="color: navy;"> for detailed information. If you are concerned about tax issues associated with doing an event on a cruise ship, be sure to review our </span><a href="https://www.meetingsoncruiseships.com/p/tax-issues-related-to-meetings-on-ships.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: firebrick;"><b>Tax section</b></span></a><span style="color: navy;">. </span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span><span style="color: navy;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMfvjfPvtEFOdiI1z8enCSG5dCUtmo1xpWXMSAztQSOoFLebYkJxHzHtwh44ahvorqxJDS93mua4c2sxt8JrDP3KkkeDT-32fFVq_5dSj0oIWtq1p4MJ_39qWLl5FLvRbN9veGS0wF6J4ZtAEyXlNANPyNYjPvyl2SpKMo88jZV4Mpe9cIatJLBUTo/s240/Oasis%20Conference%203.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="176" data-original-width="240" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMfvjfPvtEFOdiI1z8enCSG5dCUtmo1xpWXMSAztQSOoFLebYkJxHzHtwh44ahvorqxJDS93mua4c2sxt8JrDP3KkkeDT-32fFVq_5dSj0oIWtq1p4MJ_39qWLl5FLvRbN9veGS0wF6J4ZtAEyXlNANPyNYjPvyl2SpKMo88jZV4Mpe9cIatJLBUTo/w320-h235/Oasis%20Conference%203.jpeg" width="320" /></a></span></span></span></div><p></p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: firebrick;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><strong>Create Exciting Education Vacations</strong></span></span></div><p><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: navy;">Do you love to teach and people tell you you're good at it? If that describes you, think about creating an "Education Vacation." It is a very popular way to provide required or optional training to people who need CEU credits or other documented training that combines the training with a trip that creates fun, relaxation, a chance to get away and take the family and learn important information at the same time. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span><span style="color: navy;"><br /></span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span><span style="color: navy;"> </span><b><span style="color: #990000;">Important Considerations for Events on Ships</span></b><br /></span></span></span></p><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: arial;">Cruise lines tout the
advantages of conducting meetings, workshops and conferences on board cruise
ships. While there are many compelling reasons to do so, it is very
important to understand that some events and some ships may not be appropriate for your event. The reality is that not all cruise ships are created equal when it comes
to their suitability for meetings and conferences. In fact, some are woefully
inadequate and absolutely not suited for many types of events. Knowing the
right ships to choose is a product of knowledge and experience which is a key
to the success of your program. That's our specialty.<br /></span><span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="color: navy; font-family: arial;">It
is very important to recognize several things as you consider holding your
event on a cruise ship. First and foremost, booking a cruise to do a meeting or
event is totally different than booking a cruise for a vacation. Many travel
agents who have no experience or understanding of meetings on ships often times
overpromise and underdeliver to clients and the results are not pretty. It is
important to find an agency that specializes in meetings on ships to ensure the
success of your event. Second, cruise lines would love to work with you
directly as it increases their profitability. Unfortunately, the big black hole
that exist between cruise line headquarters in south Florida and the ship often
leads to miscommunication, lack of follow through and changes that are never
communicated to you. Having an independent advocate working on your
behalf ensures things are taken care of properly and you don't have upset
participants or you find yourself frustrated and angry onboard the ship because
things are not going as intended. It does not cost you anymore for a
professional planner like us than if you are booking with the cruise line
directly.</span></span></div><p><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: navy;">
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Perhaps the most critical issue is ensuring the selection of the right ship
with the right facilities, equipment and itinerary that allows you to achieve
your event objectives. Knowing the ins and outs of the cruise industry is
essential to that. Planning a shipboard event is labor-intensive endeavor and we can make it very easy for you. If you want to do it
yourself to save money, ask yourself the key question, "how cheap does a
bad event have to be to be okay?"<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p><span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: navy;"><span><br /></span></span></span></span></p>
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