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I originally recorded this episode during Summer of 2022, but I think some of these topics I outline in this episode are generally really great travel tips, as well as things you should be aware as we head into the holiday travel season.  Enjoy!

 

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A new episode of the pod hasn't come out since May--so what gives?  Find out in this quick ep :)

 

 

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I recently attended my first in-person supplier event since 2020!  Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines has some incredible new updates, including their latest ship to debut, Wonder of the Seas.  Listen in on some of my favorite things aboard their new ship, new itineraries and ships from Port Canaveral, and a few details on their World Cruise.

 

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In this day and age, more people are noticing the benefits of working with a travel advisor like myself.  Not everyone will use one for their personal or professional trips, and that's what part of this episode helps dispel.  

 

What exactly does a travel advisor do when you work with them, and is it necessary to work with one on the trip you are planning?

 

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Happy 100 Episodes to the Cruise Retreat Podcast!  Thank you so much for your support over the almost past 2 years, and helping this podcast reach more retreat planners like yourself.

 

And, yes, I am still swooning over my latest river cruise experience which was also a marketing retreat.  But river cruising is not for everyone, or every group or event.  Listen in on today's episode to get my 411 if your next retreat or group trip should be held on a river cruise!

 

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Pharoahs, Temples, and a Glimpse into one of the greatest civilizations that shaped aspects of even our current culture.  A majestic sailing on the Nile River is perfect for cultural immersion, building relationships, and wandering with new friends and colleagues.

 

Join me as we sail down this luxurious journey, together, in this episode!

 

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Yep, imposter syndrome can even creep in when planning your next retreat.  Thankfully, when you work with a retreat pro, you're not alone, and you have a guide who can ease some of your fears.  I'm answering some common imposter questions when it comes to planning your next retreat in today's episode.

 

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Who are these retreats actually for?  And how or why is planning a retreat for your community different than planning a retreat for your team?  These are just a few of the topics of discussion in today's episode.

 

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What types of retreats are better for ocean cruising and what types are better for river cruising?  I'm geeking out this week exploring these differences with you from my experiences sailing these past 6 months.

 

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Traveling in the immediate future is going to look a little different for this next year or two.  With restrictions and protocols being reduced slowly, but surely, more people are wanting to travel...but with expectations of what travel was like in 2019.

 

Listen in on this episode to see what's different now, and what kind of mindset you should have if you decide to travel soon.

 

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You're probably familiar with how cruises work, and you're probably familiar with how retreats work.  But how exactly do retreats on cruise ships work?

 

I'm going through how to structure your retreat agenda, upon arrival, and days at sea vs days in port.  Enjoy!

 

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This week I'm peeling back the curtain and giving you a few ideas of where you can sail on your next retreat, as well as what types of itineraries are best depending on the goals of your retreat.

 

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A popular topic of conversation from people in my circle recently is the thought that pulling off a retreat on a cruise ship can be expensive.

 

I wanted to bring you some real-world numbers of what cruises are costing nowadays, as well as what other expenses you may have to think about when planning your next retreat.

 

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Why do I choose cruising as the best location for your next retreat or group trip?  I list out some of my favorite factors and how they benefit you or your attendees in this episode.

 

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After my frequent recent cruising, it is starting to become more apparent what retreat are better for ocean cruising as opposed to river cruising.  Join me in this week's discussion as I explore more thoughts with you!

 

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There's one essential element that you must first figure out before moving onto the next steps of retreat planning.  Listen in on what that one element is and how it affects the 5 C's of Cruise Retreat Planning.

 

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Yep, as much as I preach how great retreats are, they can go oh so badly and oh so quickly.  Listen in on my recent bad retreat experience (no I did not plan it lol!), and what I deemed were the 2 major reasons why it went so poorly this time around.

 

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I've been on six cruises in the past six months.  You may be thinking "Oh she's living the life", and I am lol!  But my brain is never off when I'm cruising.  Listen in on how I'm still "working" while I'm cruising.

 

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You may be new to the podcast, or you may have listened since I started in June 2020.  Yet, I don't think I've ever fully introduced myself and my background and how I got into the travel business, as well as what makes me qualified to serve you and where my passion comes from.  This is that episode :)

 

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