Cruise Meetings
Why a Meeting at Sea?
Set Your Sites High
A cruise meeting is the ultimate motivator. We guide you and your guests to new locations where hearts and minds open to new vistas, possibilities and ultimately to realize new potential. Pollin Group captures their attention and enables them to return home rested, relaxed, and inspired to do bigger and better things.
Cruise ships are floating cities at sea, offering unlimited activities, as well as state-of-the-art A/V equipment and meeting facilities – all in a very safe, self-contained environment. Therefore, your program attendees and their guests will enjoy one of the most memorable experiences of their lives. In the end, they will associate the entire experience with you and your business objectives.
Most importantly, a cruise experience is not merely less expensive than most land-based programs, it delivers much better value. Guests are treated to impeccable service, similar to a first-class resort, while traveling from one beautiful and exotic destination to another, all while on board a luxurious vessel.
The return on investment is priceless. Your group will full be fully receptive to your message and then ready to turn its vision into reality – with added motivation and energy.
Advantages
Cruises are Compelling Yet Cost-Effective
- All Inclusive and Cost Effective
- Self-Contained
- Multiple Destinations
- State of the Art Facilities
- Dining Options and Enticing Menus
- Entertainment/Activities
- Excellence in Service
ALL INCLUSIVE AND COST EFFECTIVE
Spacious meeting rooms, state-of-the art Audio-Visual equipment, great breakout locations, ocean view rooms gourmet meals, top-name entertainment, recreational activities and fitness centers are all included in the cost of your cruise. That helps you deliver a cost-effective, tightly budgeted event with limited of-pocket expense for attendees.
For international programs, your cruise is quoted and purchased in U.S. dollars, with no foreign currency fluctuations or fees.
SELF-CONTAINED
Your cruise ship is a fully self-contained environment that provides for greater meeting attendance and participation. Pollin Group research shows that meetings at sea foster inspired cooperation, teamwork and relationship-building. With no outside distractions, your attendees can focus more fully on one thing — your program agenda.
MULTIPLE DESTINATIONS
Broaden your participants’ perspectives by visiting multiple destinations and experiencing new adventures and cultures. Shore excursions specifically designed for your group can be developed to reinforce the mission, vision and goals of your particular meeting.
STATE OF THE ART FACILITIES
Cruise ships in the Pollin Group portfolio offer state-of-the-art sound, light and projection systems in meeting spaces, theaters and lounges. The elegant, upscale and uplifting décor provides a relaxing, comfortable yet energizing environment in which your group can accomplish all of its goals.
DINING OPTIONS AND ENTICING MENUS
When you really want to incentivize and motivate a group of employees or reps, nothing seems to work better than providing a unique travel experience – especially at sea.
Your attendees may choose to eat in elegant dining rooms, intimate specialty restaurants or casual, poolside grills. Menu options include delicious specialties sure to please every palate, with unlimited servings. What’s more, healthy and diet-specific options are always available and guests may order “off the menu.”
ENTERTAINMENT/ACTIVITIES FOR ALL
What ever the age of your attendees, the around-the-clock activities and entertainment will always provide something that’s engaging and entertaining for everyone. Our cruise ships are specifically designed to meet the needs of multi-generations, so all of your guests and their family members feel at home while at sea.
Helping to make this a reality, your cruise ship will feature grand open spaces and lounges, quiet libraries and high speed web connectivity areas. For the active set, enjoy a fully equipped fitness center, fitness tracks throughout the ship, and areas designed specifically for younger children and teens.
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE
The cruise ships with which we partner have a staff of dedicated professionals, who pride themselves in delivering exceptional customer service.
Furthermore, the Pollin Group team will work with you to ensure that all of your attendees needs have been met and their expectations exceeded.
What’s Included
Cruise Ships vs. Other Options
With an “all-inclusive” tailored cruise designed by Pollin Group, your organization can save up to 40% and provide far greater value as compared to a hotel, conference center or even a resort.
| Amenities | Hotel | Cruise |
| Meeting/Breakout Rooms | Not Included | Included |
| Basic AV Equipment | Extra Charge | Included |
| Meal Service | Extra Charge | Included |
| All Service Gratuities | Not Included | Included |
| Nightly Entertainment | Not Included | Included |
| Spouse/Family Programs | Not Included | Included |
| Room Service | Sometimes | Included* |
| Housekeeping Service | Sometimes | Included |
| Fitness Centers | Extra Charge | Included |
| First Run Movies | Extra Charge | Included |
* Some fees may apply
