What You Should Know Concerning Group Cruises

A group cruise is a great incentive for a company to reward its employees

. Alternatively it can also be a great team building exercise, so that everyone can relax and enjoy themselves in a less formal setting than the workplace. Organizing this kind of trip is what is known as group cruise planning.

The first thing to do is to appoint someone in charge of organizing the booking. They should look through brochures and websites to see what is available, as well getting an idea of the kind of prices available. The best time to book is later in the year, although you can sometimes get savings around May to June.

Comparing prices not only gives you an idea what is available but also gives you the chance to do some much needed haggling. Once you know the numbers involved you should ask around to see if there are any special deals available. Like any sales service, there is usually some leeway and it is well worth pushing to see what you can get.

Make sure that you have the contact details of everyone who signs up for the cruise. Keep them informed, sending them links to possible cruise websites. There is a wide variety of options available and it is worth seeing what people enjoy. It is also a good way of getting to know your employees.

Ask for feedback on possible locations and activities. Do not forget a cruise is likely to include time on shore and it is worth getting an idea on where people would like to go. Make sure you go through this process with plenty of time to go and make clear that any decision is final.

Make sure that payments are on time and keep people informed of developments, especially when it comes to a location. Once you have got everything confirmed and sorted out, you will now have a great incentive for your employees to work hard.

While this may sound as drilled and organized as a work activity, if you put the preparation in you will ensure that you can relax once you get on board!

by: Walter Palmer

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