The Cruise Challenge roadshow resumes on 12 September, promising exciting opportunities for UK travel agents.
- This event offers a unique platform for agents to enhance their knowledge and network effectively.
- The roadshow will cover five cities, starting in Chester, and concluding in London this November.
- Featuring interactive presentations and a vibrant gameshow, it combines education with entertainment.
- Attendees can expect valuable insights into the cruise industry and a chance to win prizes.
The Cruise Challenge roadshow is set to recommence on the 12th of September, targeting travel agents across the UK with a focus on enriching their expertise and networking opportunities. Now in its eighth year, the event is a significant fixture in the cruise industry calendar, offering an engaging format that blends informative presentations with interactive elements. Chester has been scheduled as the first stop in this autumn’s series, which will also visit Sheffield, Chelmsford, Norwich, and London over the coming months.
The Cruise Challenge is more than just an educational forum; it is an event designed to entertain while educating. Attendees are treated to a welcoming reception, followed by brief, interactive sessions featuring cruise lines and tourist boards sharing the latest on ships and itineraries. A sit-down dinner creates a perfect ambiance for networking before participants engage in a colour-coded team gameshow for prizes.
Feedback from previous participants underscores the value of this roadshow. Lina Slater, a prominent figure in Real Response Media, highlighted the event’s dual role in networking and education. “Not only does the Cruise Challenge provide a great opportunity for agents to network with their peers, it’s also a chance for cruise lines to educate travel partners in a wholly fun and unique way.”
The interactive nature of the Cruise Challenge is enriched by the gameshow session. Conducted amidst a lively atmosphere, guests answer questions based on the evening’s presentations for the chance to win an array of prizes, ranging from luxury chocolates to potentially a free cruise holiday. Muriel Morgan, a regular attendee and travel agent, praised the event for its educational and entertainment merits, noting it as one of the highlights of the travel calendar.
For new and experienced agents alike, the Cruise Challenge offers a joyous occasion to combine pleasure with professional enrichment. Through structured activities and direct engagement with major cruise lines, attendees walk away with enhanced knowledge and stronger industry relationships. Tom Dumbrell, Tauck’s national sales manager, commended the roadshow’s unique format for its ability to visibly connect brands with trade partners.
Bringing together education and camaraderie, the Cruise Challenge continues to be an essential experience for the cruise industry.
