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5 Benefits of Cruise Meetings

Cruise meetings can be an interesting combination of business and pleasure, and the fusion of meeting on a cruise has the innate ability to offer far more than a getaway or a business meeting ever could. Here are five examples of how cruise meetings are far better than simply cruising or having a traditional business meeting:

  1. Incentive – Both employees and special customers might enjoy a chance to get away from their daily grind. This in turn could lead to positive feelings that could translate into better employees or more opportunities.
  2. Build rapport – Taking special clients and/or staff members on a cruise meeting can strengthen a relationship. Relationships are the cornerstone of any successful business, and should never be underestimated.
  3. No more guilt – Many professionals begin to experience guilt and/or anxiety whenever they take a lengthy break from the office. Cruise meetings allow the office to go along on the vacation!
  4. Sharing an experience can break down walls – Some customers or partners may prove to be difficult to deal with in an office, but may be put off guard in a new setting. The visual splendor of most cruises often engages the part of the brain that appreciates beauty, cooperation, and respect.
  5. Ease of planning – cruise meetings have the benefit of a full staff and crew waiting to meet any need.
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  1. May 14th, 2010 at 14:26 | #1

    This is a great article – covers all the bases. Just a reminder – cruise ships are a great alternative to hotels. With meals, meeting space, AV, & entertainment included, you can save up to 40%. Worth checking out. You mentioned several hotel sourcing sites, here's one just for cruises that includes lots of planner tools and resources: http://www.seasite.com. With the World Cup around the corner check out: http://www.worldcupcruise.com

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