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    Travel Agent Professional April 2012

     

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    By Les-Lee Roland
    Owner of The Package Deal
     

    Malt Shop Memories Cruise

    Baby Boomers are the largest target audience you can reach today. For agents who are looking for a niche market, this one should be at the top of your list.

    When you think of Baby Boomers, it doesn't matter which part of the country they reside, there is one common denominator that is shared — MUSIC! Besides making the hula hoop and coonskin Davy Crockett hats the biggest fads of the 50s, they also bought more 45s than any generation. (For those too young to remember, 45s were records, not guns).

    Chubby Checker taught an entire generation how to Twist. The Beach Boys introduced surfing to mid America, And groups like the Fireflies, the Devotions, the Del Rays, and Little Anthony and the Imperials were  as popular then as Lady Gaga is today. And the words Doo-Wop still make people smile!

    And how about Elvis? His music is even more popular today than when his hips were gyrating.

    So take this love of music and reach out to the many baby boomers around you, and introduce them to the Malt Shop Memories Cruise.

    What makes this sailing different from the few theme cruises we've heard about before? This cruise is the only full ship charter devoted to this genre of music. The Carnival Inspiration will sail from Tampa, Oct 27-31, stopping at Grand Bahama. It is the only cruise that will have The Beach Boys, Chubby Checker, Little Anthony and the Imperials, Jay Black, Shirley Alston Reeves, Lou Christie, among other groups and entertainers  who will be appearing throughout the cruise. 

    Onboard events will include an Elvis Tribute Artist Contest hosted by Shawn Klush, who is an imitator of the King himself. All will be competing for a $2,500 prize, plus additional perks.

    So let's review how this is a bonus for travel agents.  This full ship charter is totally commissionable, except for the port charges/fees/gratuities. The shows are all included in the cruise rate, unlike other theme cruises. Everyone on board is there for the entertainment, and there is more offered on this cruise than any other.

    There will be daytime shows as well as the main evening entertainment in the theater, plus dance contests and theme parties, such as a prom, a beach party and a sock hop. Clients can see the complete lineup via a dedicated Web page.

    The public cannot book this with Carnival- it has to be booked through a travel agent or the Web site. There even is a payment plan you can offer.

    Plus, if you book your clients now, they get to choose a  bonus- choices  ranging from a shipboard credit, a 4 CD gift, front row seats for a performance, and Meet and Greet sessions with Chubby Checker or other performers.

    How to find ideal candidates for this perfect group booking opportunity? Agents should check their database — start first with the Baby Boomers.  Look around in your area for young retirement communities. Contact high school reunion committees. Tie in a promotion with local merchants who cater to the same genre.

    This entire event is run by Jazz Cruises, a full ship charter company dedicated to music.  They know how to treat your clients to the party of their lives. For the past ten years, both their Smooth Jazz and their Straight Up Jazz cruises have been sold out with people coming from all over the world.

    Agents can visit the website, www.maltshopcruise.com or call  Timeless Destinations at 305-651-3636 or  E-mail info@timelessdestinations.com and register to sell this "Experience of a Lifetime."
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    Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before
    You Leave For Europe (part 3)

    April 19, 2012: Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, has compiled a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below is the final set of suggestions for being prepared once you have arrived back from your trip. (continue)

     

    Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before
    You Leave For Europe (part 2)

    Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, has compiled a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below is the second set of suggestions for being prepared once you have arrived at the car rental location. (continue)

     

    Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before

    You Leave For Europe

    Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, is compiling a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below are the first suggestions on being prepared before you rent a car. (continue)

     

    Auto Europe: New mandatory ruling for automobiles in France

    Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, is prepared to service their clients with the new ruling in France requiring mandatory breathalyzers in all passenger vehicles. (continue)

     

    Host Agencies

    Amadeus and Expedia sign multi-year agreement in North America

    MADRID, April 19, 2012 – Amadeus, a leading travel technology provider and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, and Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE), the world's largest online travel company, today announced they have signed a multi-year content and technology agreement for North America. (continue)

     

    Sales Tip #11:

    Build Your Professional Brand
    Create a Lasting Impression
    with These 3 Tips

    One of the best ways to maintain a customer database full of people who want to hear from you, book with you and send referrals to you is to build a strong and professional brand. Each travel agent has their own personal brand, and it's important to make sure that you take advantage of yours!: (continue)

     

    Travelsavers And Network Of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel (Nest)
    Introduce New Customer Loyalty Program

    April 2012: Travel Club, a new complimentary customer loyalty program for clients of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST travel professionals has just launched. The benefits of the program are two fold: (continue)

     

    American Marketing Group

    Launches Family Lifestyle Campaign

    April 2012: American Marketing Group continues to expand upon its award-winning lifestyle direct mail program with a new family-themed campaign, available to licensed travel professionals of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST (continue)

     

    Steven Thompson, CEO
    Of Johns Hopkins Medicine International, Will Address "Well-Being And Medical Travel Conference"

    March 28, 2012 (Oyster Bay, NY) – It was announced today that Steven J. Thompson, MBA, Chief Executive Officer for Johns Hopkins Medicine International, will address the constituents at the "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012." (wellbeingtravelconference). (continue)

     

    Patient Travelers Give Candid Recaps at "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012"

    A specially assembled panel of patient travelers will candidly discuss their experiences in traveling abroad for medical and dental procedures at the upcoming "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012." (continue)

     

    Trafalgar and Virgin Atlantic Host
    The Sales and Service Team of American Marketing Group's

    Trafalgar and Virgin Atlantic recently hosted American Marketing Group's sales and service team on a four day FAM in London. The whirlwind tour of the world-class city incorporated all of the most renowned sites. (continue)

     

    "Best of the Best Globe Award"

    Avoya Travel™/American Express® has been awarded an American Express Vacations 2011 'Best of the Best Globe Award'... (continue)

     

    "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012" GIVEAWAY

    Any one who registers by April 15 will be entered to win an ultra-pampering personal spa package at the Centre for Well-Being at the 5-star Phoenician luxury resort. A $300 value, the prize-winning package includes a choice of two 50-minute spa services...(continue)


    20% Growth for ExpediaCruiseShipCenters

    Expedia CruiseShipCenters has entered its 25th year in business in good stride with 2011 sales figures showing a remarkable 20% growth over the previous year! (continue)

     

    "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012"

    The "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012" -- which will take place on June 20-21, 2012 at The Phoenician luxury resort in Scottsdale, Arizona... (continue)


    Sandals honored Avoya Travel/ American Express

    'Best of the Best, Western' for the company's dedication to outstanding customer service and creating exceptional vacation experiences for Sandals Resorts' guests. (continue)

     

    NCL Honors Avoya Travel With Top Travel Award

    Avoya Travel™/American Express®, one of the leading travel companies in North America and beyond, today announced that Norwegian Cruise Line has presented the company with its 2011 'Home-Based Agency of the Year' award. (continue)

     

    OASIS Reports Record
    Growth in 2011

    OASIS, www.OasisAgent.com, a leader in the development of programs for home based independent travel agents, reports another year of record growth. (continue)

     

    TRAVELSAVERS Partner Services &
    Analog Analytics Team Up to Provide

    TRAVELSAVERS Partner Services, a new American Marketing Group company, has won the account as the exclusive travel provider for Analog Analytics' Bigger Better Deal™ solution. (continue)

     

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