Cost Comparison of a Meeting at Sea and on Land

The following is some information that maybe helpful in your decision process whether to consider a meeting or conference at sea versus a meeting or conference on land. The following comparison is an overview of items that are needed to set up a successful meeting and what are charges on land vs on a ship.


The following items are offered at no charge when holding a meeting or conference at sea and are charged when a meeting is held on land.

1. Complimentary 24 hour room service
2. Complimentary in Room Movies
3. All meals
4. Baggage Handling
5. Complimentary coffee 24 hours a day
6. Broadway Entertainment
7. Meeting and Breakout Space
8. Audio Visual Equipment
9. Airport meet and greet and transfer
10. Midnght mini buffett
11. Welcoming cocktail party

Additional benefits of a meeting or conference on a cruise ship
1. Exciting ports of call to exotic and historic places
2. Full casino, duty free shopping and spas
3. Sports activities such as basketball, ice-skating, rollerblading, rock climbing and golf
4. Requires less planning than a land based program
5. Higher participation of the attendees, cannot be interrupted by phone calls or other distractions.

In conclusion meetings and conferences at sea are less expensive to hold, easier to plan, have a greater participation by the attendees, boost morale leading to improved performance in the work place, and create a far more conducive atmosphere to do good business.

For additional information on setting up a meeting or conference at sea contact Bill at CruiseOne, 904-278-1105 or toll free 877-365-3159. Our e-mail address is jaselage@cruiseone.com.