A survey from Teneo Hospitality Group revealed the top 5 challenges meeting planners expect to face in 2019. We’ve been hearing the same concerns from our clients and event professionals who are contacting Landry & Kling to explore cruise ship options. Read on the learn more about the simple solution to meet your planning challenges […]
Read More...Faced with demands for unique experiences and higher Return On Investment, smart event planners consider cruise ships for meetings and incentive travel programs. But with hundreds of ships already sailing (and 100+ new vessels on order), how in the world can you choose the best one for your group? To get you started, here are […]
Read More...Virgin Voyages released enticing news about their first vessel, 2,700-guest Scarlet Lady. The ship is scheduled to launch from Miami in early 2020, and we couldn’t be more excited! Why do we believe you’ll want to book this “adult-by-design” ship for your travel incentives and group events? You want to include unique, never-before experiences for […]
Read More...The Landry & Kling team recently returned from the first-ever WOD on the Waves cruise ship charter on Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas. This was the ultimate fitness cruise designed for WOD (Workout of the Day) CrossFit enthusiasts. It was also the first-time event for our client. The action-packed maiden voyage set sail from […]
Read More...Daughters of the American Revolution enjoyed a luxurious cruise while connecting to their roots When the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) were in search of exploring the Caribbean Islands’ history and its connection to the American Revolution, they decided a seven-day cruise to the Southern Caribbean islands would be the ideal destination. This gave their […]
Read More...With the holiday season upon us, we wanted to reflect on the importance of giving back. We truly believe that in order to change the world you must lead by example. While the holidays are typically the time of year when companies give back, we like to encourage year-round involvement with organizations that align with […]
Read More...Ship charters used to house relief workers and first responders According to NOAA’s Hurricane Research Division, on average, close to seven hurricanes strike the United States every four years, while about three major hurricanes cross the U.S. coast every five years. The official hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin (the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, […]
Read More...Corporate meetings at sea One of the reasons why corporate retreats are essential is because they inspire, motivate and reward employees. If you are planning a corporate retreat you will need to introduce new team building activities that are productive, memorable and above all exciting. To accomplish this, plan your corporate retreat beyond the ballroom […]
Read More...Whatever route you go, it’s a good idea to consult with an expert in the field. Landry & Kling, based in Coral Gables, Florida, is one well-known business-to-business resource for meeting planners and special interest groups, providing ship selection and logistics support or full program management for cruise groups and full-ship charters. Joyce Landry, president […]
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Move over, Gen X! When it comes to planning meetings and incentive travel programs, Millennials seem to be on everyone’s mind these days. At a session on emerging trends at the recent Incentive Research Foundation’s (RFI) Invitational Conference , 67 percent of the audience said they are developing new programs just for Millennials.
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