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Booking Group Cruises 101 w/ Jose & Peggy

Evolution Travel Cafe + Archer Travel Service, Inc
Evolution Travel Cafe + Archer Travel Service, Inc
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👁️ 192 views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 47:14
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

How many make a group? And we're talking about land and cruise. Now, remember this. Remember, it's really easy. I always call it the 108 rule. Okay? It's 10 108.

When you go with the cruise line excursions, they will get a hold of that that attraction or whatever that you're at going, 'We're leaving right now.' And they'll bring you back.

Work smarter not harder.

You guys have special deals that are exclusively custommade for you. For you. I don't know a lot of agencies that get that type of, you know, opportunity to offer that to your clients.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Get assistance from a group leader to handle emails, forms, and information collection.
✓Contact Peggy at Archer Travel if no group inventory is available.
✓Book pre- and post-cruise nights to ensure travel security and increase commission.
✓Ask for deals, discounts, and promotions even for small bookings.
✓Set a cutoff date 90 days to six months before the event for commitments and deposits.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what a cabin is (vs. a room) — Show them YouTube videos of actual cabins to educate them.
Not knowing dining options and dress codes — Explain dining times and dress-up nights in advance.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow many people are needed to form a group cruise?
QWhat are the steps to book a group cruise?
QHow do I handle special circumstances or needs for group members?
QWhat should I do if the cruise line says there's no inventory?
QHow can I maximize commission while offering good value to clients?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Long Beach2½ Happy Bacon
Los Angeles2½ Happy Bacon
Port Canaveral3 Happy Bacon
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Booking Group Cruises 101 w/ Jose & Peggy