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- Seasite.com Launches Version 2.0Business Planners Can Now Search Cruise Choices and Submit One Request to Five Cruise Lines Simultaneously Seasite.com, the first online portal for cruise meetings and events, launched version 2.0 that provides business and event planners direct access to major cruise lines. With the new electronic Request For Proposal (eRFP) feature, planners can send cus […]
- Not Enough Hours in the Day?What Meeting Planner hasn’t wished for just a couple more hours in the day to get more work done? With all the details and planning involved in orchestrating a successful corporate event, its no wonder sleep falls to the bottom of the totem pole in so many cases. The thinking is always, “I’ll get some rest after […]
Meeting Planning Tips
Cruise line Expansion in Chinese Market Good News for Meeting Planners
China is becoming a popular destination for MICE events due to its rich cultural heritage, beautiful natural landscapes and most of all - its high economic growth. Everyone wants to do business in China right now. Naturally, that translates into lots of meetings, trade shows, conferences and other events. According to The China Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition, the MICE industry has grown... »
Time to step out of the Zone
So often we find ourselves repeating the same patterns both professionally and personally because it feels “safe”. While that perceived safety may or may not be real, it explains why so many people feel their lives are in a rut. It is that comfort zone that so many long for that ultimately is their worst enemy. In order to grow and develop, you... »
Stimulating Your Attendees in a Positive Way
After reading the article Boost the Brain Computer, Don’t Crash It, I got to thinking about how foods definitely have an effect on mood and concentration. Anyone who has ever seen a child at a birthday party, loaded with candy, snow cones, cake and soda can attest to the fact that while the sugar will make them run around in... »
Location, Location, Location…
After reading Seth Godin’s blog post The Space Matters, it got me thinking about the importance of selecting the right locale for a meeting or event. During these serious and tough economic times, companies are searching for new ideas to help “reinvent” themselves and push past the current crisis. Companies are getting creative and so should meeting and event planners! What better way... »
Bluer Skies Ahead for Business Travelers
Further indicating that the economy is on the upswing, Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) is reporting that business travel showed a 5% increase in 2010 and is expected to increase by an additional 5% for the coming year. “Our research is ringing in the new year with reason for cautious optimism,” Michael W. McCormick, GBTA Executive Director and COO. He goes... »
Is There Any Incentive Better Than a Cruise?
Is there any business incentive better than a cruise? There might be a few, but cruise travels as incentives have a lot going for them in general. For example: A incentive cruise is time-effective as well as cost-effective – Because Everyone loves a cruise – Just about everyone the planet loves a cruise, and why shouldn’t they!? A cruise is designed to... »
Three Critical Elements of High Quality Presentations
Meetings are always important, whether they involve staff, partners, political affiliates, the press, consumers, clients, suppliers, or anyone else. The simple fact that the meeting is taking place is important enough to warrant an attention to detail. Here are the top three element to ensuring that a high quality presentation is made: Choose the venue well – Whether the venue is... »
What to Avoid During Meetings at Sea and Cruise Events
Cruise events can be a lot of fun, but there are some things to avoid in order for cruise meetings to go off without a hitch. Here’s a list of definitive don’ts to keep in mind on the next company cruise meeting: Do not be late for a pickup – Most shuttle services might wait 30 minutes to an hour if... »
Meetings at Sea And High Tech Equipment
It would not be an understatement to say that high tech equipment and water do not go well together, but most cruise liners are an exception to this in at least few different ways. Most cruise liners have complete meeting rooms and conference chambers with advanced multimedia capabilities as well as the following high tech amenities: Internet access – In days... »
Could Your Company Use Business Travel Benefits?
Business travel could be the ultimate incentive, even if the trip is a working trip. Loosely defined, business travel as an incentive is rather simple: the business offers employees, partners, suppliers, and other possible contacts a chance to travel on the company dime as a reward or incentive. In many cases the trip is defined as a working trip and... »