Connecting The Dots
From the outside looking in, Group Travel can seem like an endless abyss of options and variables. This reality serves as a true testament to the importance and the role that Travel Advisors (and one day you!) can serve. For events & gatherings both business & pleasure, travelers of all kinds turn to Travel Advisors for a worry-free travel planning solution. You’ll have the resources, support and knowledge to assist with destination planning, flight itineraries, venue reservations, group activations, catering, dining reservations, destination excursions, and so much more. It may seem daunting now; however, with your STAR University training, you’ll be ready to take any group travel opportunity head on with confidence!
Take To The Seas
Cruises can serve as an incredible option when it comes to booking large scale group functions. From private banquet space, catering, group activities and excursions, you’ll have the knowledge and partnerships in place to provide incredible value for your clients. With ample time and planning, even the largest corporate functions can be facilitated aboard an accommodating cruise ship. With your STAR University certification, you’ll know all the criteria necessary to ensure flawless accommodations and programming, regardless of the occasion, and will be able to advise these groups on specific cruise line protocols, and laws & regulations your clients should be mindful of in the destinations they’ll visit.
The Value of Resorts
Destination gatherings, both business & pleasure, are an amazing way to bring people from all corners of the world together. As a Cruise Planners® Travel Advisor, you’ll have access to an incredible portfolio of All-Inclusive & Specialty Resorts in the most prominent destinations throughout the world. You’ll have the capabilities of assisting with group room bookings in real time, and the technology to ensure the most seamless experience for your clients. From corporate conventions to full-scale wedding extravaganzas, you’ll have the partnerships, knowledge and resources to win!
The World of Excursions
As we all know, simply getting to your destination is just the tip of the iceberg. Travelers don’t only expect proper accommodations for their groups, but for opportunities to enjoy true cultural experiences. You’ll be able to, with an understanding of your clients unique preferences, interests, and the dynamic of the group, be able to recommend a wide array of destination excursions to suit even the most unique traveling dreams. From touring The Sistine Chapel, to African Safari Tours, to Swimming with Dolphins, you’ll make preparing these accommodations a breeze for your clients, and profit greatly in the process!
The Cruise Planners Difference:
At Cruise Planners, we're devoted to assisting you begin your personal business at home with the aid of using a robust resource system and providing you the solutions and education for sustained success. To do that, we focus on what we love to call our Four Pillars of Success:
TECHNOLOGY
Cruise Planners’ technology is truly making a splash in the industry. From our innovator awards within the travel sector to franchise-centric accolades, our technology department is continuously developing and updating digital solutions to assist travel franchise owners be versatile and successful.
MARKETING
Travel Weekly Magellan and Addy award-winning advertising programs – more awards than any other travel host/franchise!
Business Development Coaching
The Cruise Planners Business Development Coaching Team is centered on continually educating you on tech tools, product knowledge, developing an advertising and marketing plan, placing quantifiable, achievable goals and so much more that will help you be a top notch travel advisor. Your success is our success!
Training & Events
We offer numerous training possibilities each year by executing virtual, in-person and experiential education seminars to consistently make certain you’ve obtained the know-how necessary to achieve success as a home-based travel agent.