Travel Agent Show - some of what I learned...and new ships!

Recently I spent several days in California at a Travel Agent Seminar.  Everyone in the biz was there:  AmaWaterways, Viking, Carnival, Royal Caribbean, MSC, NCL, etc.  It was a great show and I went to several 'round table" discussions with these vendors.
I learned some new stuff and even won some prizes.

Celebrity, who is owned by RC, showed us a funny clip from the Dark Knight.  
http://fandan.co/2dc2SY6

Thank you Mr. Freeman!

Yes, a travel agent will help you fill that "Bucket List" with buckets-of-fun.

Let your travel agent "get to know you".  Make sure you share the complete picture of what you desire as there is a different cruise geared for YOU than the one for ME.  Every line has it's specialty and you will be doubly blessed with a great vacation if you book on the one that fits your lifestyle the best.  Answer the following questions in advance for your TA: 

• Is fancy dining your thing? 
• How about the onboard entertainment? 
• Is it the Ports of Call? 
• Do you want an all-inclusive?
• Are you a seeker or an indulger?
• Don't drink much, maybe you are looking for the price to include something else?

If your TA doesn't care enough to get to know you, call me!

Have you heard of MSC?

There are so many new ships being built right now and MSC has the most.... 11 actually!  In 2017, look for the "Seaside" to be cruising out of Miami.  How about a Christmas Cruise?  It is scheduled to debut Dec. 23rd and it is heading to their NEW, Private Reserve on one of the Bahama Islands.  This marine reserve will bring something new to your cruising habit.

Did you know that if you are currently in another lines loyalty program, they will match it for your first cruise on MSC?  Yes, if you are diamond...you can get the equivalent status on a MSC ship for your first MSC cruise.  How awesome is that?  Let's not even talk about their new technology, specialty restaurants (including one for chocolate) and onboard bowling!  I am ready to book, are you?

that is all for now.... I can't wait to meet you...let's make a date...what ship?