We can assist you in coordinating your cruise group at the most
preferential rates and benefits for you and your group, and handle all
the particulars. Better still, put a cruise group together and you can
cruise free! TravelStore has arranged groups
from as few as eight persons to as many as 450.
If you have a cruise group or wish to put together a group cruise, you
will want to work with one of our
cruise group
specialists to coordinate the arrangements, handle
payments, stateroom and dining assignments, and ensure you receive the
best benefits for your cruise group members.
What constitutes a cruise group?
The number of passengers required to qualify for a cruise group varies
among cruise lines. Generally, a group is 15 or more persons traveling
together. But with some cruise lines, to certain destinations, there can
be exceptions to that.
A group can be a multi-generational family group, a club or
organization, a group of friends, a fund-raising opportunity for an
organization, a company incentive, or a trip combining vacation with
business, with meetings or seminars onboard. There's no end to the
possibilities.
What are the advantages of traveling as a
group?
For cruise groups we negotiate directly with the cruise line to secure
the best value for the group and its participants. Because we are one of
the larger national retailers of cruises, we rely on our strong
relationships with cruise lines to secure the best rates possible. Plus,
on many cruises, we also offer exclusive amenities.
With some cruise lines, pricing is not very negotiable, while with other
cruise lines they are. Working with an expert we can help direct you to
the cruise line that can extend the best overall arrangements to meet
your needs. If airfare is required, we can also arrange the best air
fare, as cruise lines often do not have competitive air pricing.
For larger groups, advantages can include a complimentary cruise for a
group coordinator(s), complimentary cocktail party for your group,
possible upgrades in staterooms, complimentary bottle of champagne or
wine in the stateroom, group dining arrangements if desired, and other
amenities.
If you are a registered non-profit organization, contact us about
coordinating a cruise promotion for your organization as a fund-raiser.
