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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 […]
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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... »
Cures for Cruise Blues
There is a common phenomenon known unofficially as ‘cruise blues’ that afflicts those who are either on a cruise or those who have recently come back from an incentive cruise. Since business meetings and functions can be performed on a cruise, often with the hope of elevating morale, being aware of solutions to cruise blues is important. Here are a... »
Volcano Eruptions: Think About Booking Your Cruise Ship Meeting Today
Meeting planners everywhere were taught a new important lesson this week: Volcano eruptions are not conducive to air travel. Within the hoards of people who are stranded at various global airports today, there are unhappy meeting attendees who were traveling to or from their carefully calculated and planned special meeting events. Further, there are unhappy meeting planners who are frantically searching... »
Destination: Ecuador
Global warming and concern about the planet is headline news almost every day. It can be difficult to remember the world beyond the concrete jungle. One way to pause and reflect on the planet’s natural beauty is to schedule your next business meeting in Ecuador. Although Ecuador is a favorite for backpacking students on a shoestring budget, there are accommodations that... »
Focus on Macau
One of the richest cities in the world is located 45 kilometers from Hong Kong and is a fascinating mixture of Chinese and Portuguese cultures. Macau, which has the distinction of being the first and last European colony in China, is wealthy, densely populated, and exotic. The Grand Hyatt Macau is the ideal location for high-powered business meetings, special events, and... »
Should You Specialize? Reflections on Types of Careers, Part 2
So you decided to specialize. Good for you! Well, maybe...choosing your specialty is not like deciding whether to use steak sauce on your lunch. Here are a few of the specializations and what kinds of people may enjoy them. Wedding Planner This pretty much goes without saying, but you would be responsible for planning this entire event. Additionally, you may be asked... »