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31 B M & T ••• September/October 2017 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com Carnival Cruise Ship Whether you're planning a conference, meeting, regional or global incentive, Carnival is the perfect choice for your next event. This cruise line can accommodate groups ranging in size from 16 to 3,500 guests. A program with Carnival offers far greater value, is much easier to plan and is less expensive than a land-based program. This cruise line includes just about everything, a choice of accommodations, meeting space and venues with a/v equipment, all onboard meals plus 24-hour room service, onboard activities and entertainment. Carnival also offers extensive options so that you can customize your program to meet all of your needs, as well as your budget. Best of all, your group is bound to enjoy your program, while cruis- ing with "The World's Most Popular Cruise Line." The 24 spectacular ships offer a host of resort amenities, an extensive variety of activities and live entertainment including spectacular production shows, deli- cious dining options plus Carnival's friendly and attentive service. Planners have a choice of picking from a 3-day, 4-day, 5-day, 6-day, 7-day, or longer program. The cruise line departs from popular desti- nations including The Bahamas, Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexican Riviera, Alaska, Bermuda, Canada & New England and Europe There are 15 convenient U.S. domestic departure ports as well. In addition to your group's agenda and planned onboard events, there's so much to do and experience on a Carnival "Fun Ship." This cruise line offers a variety of activities and recreational pursuits, each and every day. Travelers can go for a workout at the state-of-the-art Fitness Center or they can treat themselves to a wellness therapy or a restorative treatment at Spa Carnival. Take an Aerobics, Yoga, Tai-Chi or Pilates Class. Folks can get in a daily run or walk on the ship-top jogging track. The list of activities is almost never-ending on a Carnival Cruise. It's obvious that group travel and leisure travel at beachside venues and resorts is definitely an extremely cost effective and convenient method of getting away from it all and still upholding a sense of pro- fessionalism all in one location. There is a lot of controversy in the world now. Economy is dwindling and folks want something to smile and be happy about through it all. Bringing your group to a fun tropical location to hold a meeting could be just that relaxing fix that will put your attendees at ease and gives them a chance to escape from it all but still be productive for working purposes. Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Every Royal Caribbean International ship is home to a huge assortment of customizable venues to suit every group size and meeting objective, so it's easy to find the perfect place to host your event at sea. Their theaters, lounges, and outdoor spaces accommodate groups as small as 25 and as large as 1,394 and are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and complimenta- ry A/V services. For maximum impact, book one of the distinct Neighborhoods a board their Oasis or Quantum Class ships, and wow your guests with an event in Boardwalk or a spectacular "evening reception under the stars" in the Solarium. When it's time to get down to business, their Conference Center rooms can accommodate 18 to 400 guests and be configured to suit the needs of any meeting setup. Royal Caribbean ships offer a variety of complimentary, unique ven- ues for private events of all sizes. All Venues are beautifully decorated and furnished which saves you additional expenses. Intimate lounges and spacious theaters are available on all ships. A state-of-the-art the- ater can accommodate up to 1,394 attendees. Perfect for an award ceremony or general session. Cool off at their Ice Skating Rink Stadium (Studio B) which hosts 775-1,000 guests. Ideal for a one of a kind reception as well as a general session or meeting. Lounges accommo- date groups as small as 24 or as large as 554. Host an event in an outdoor space, such as a pool deck reception or a gathering in the Solarium. Enjoy complimentary AV and production equipment, such as m ics, podiums, sound equipment, and presentation screens. Everything you need for a meeting or presentation is included! Full catering services are available for meetings and groups of all sizes. In between meetings and after hours, the opportunities for team- events on a per person basis. They are a great value. For example, the only charge for meeting room refreshments is a set up fee of approxi- mately $10 for 20 people. A hotel would cost significantly more. A6. Special amenities can be tailored to best serve your group. A high level of customization is available including predominantly display- ing and using your company logo on napkins, butter, and a variety of ways to showcase your company. A7. The opportunity to visit several places without the hassle of packing and unpacking. A8. Security is greater on board a ship than at a land-based facility if security is an issue for your company. A9. If you're having a business related meeting or seminar on board the ship, you will have higher participation by attendees who can't skip out of your program to go play golf or be interrupted with phone calls, etc. 10. Special activities such as Beach Olympics and other group events can help foster team spirit and boost morale leading to improved per- formance in the work place. They are fun, exciting and can maximize par- ticipation. Meetings on Ships is a division of CEALS (Corporate Event and Leisure Services), headquartered in the state of Washington. They are a specialized travel service offering small and medium sized meeting and incentive program event planning and exe cution. Meeting an event planners have many options from which to choose. We are offering information on three of the most popular cruise lines here – Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Disney. Carnival Horizon