CLIA launches ‘Love Bites’ training for agents
The Love Bites are free for CLIA members and will stream live from 9.30-10.30 on Thursdays, starting on July 14 until August 25.
Bite-sized sessions will include presentations, virtual ship tours and product updates from ocean, river, luxury and expedition cruise representatives.
Industry experts will also be on hand to recommend experiences, and provide hints and tips to assist sales.
The line-up is:
- July 14: AmaWaterways, Virgin Voyages, Azamara and Aurora Expeditions
- July 21: Amadeus, Royal Caribbean International, APT / TravelMarvel and Explora Journeys
- August 11: Carnival, Uniworld, Seabourn and Swan Hellenic
- August 18: MSC Cruises, A-Rosa Cruises, Silversea and Celebrity Cruises
- August 25: Avalon Waterways, Holland America Line, Oceania and CroisiEurope
Andy Harmer, CLIA managing director for UK & Ireland, said: “Agents have done an amazing job of booking cruise holidays since our return. We have put on our ‘Love Bite’ sessions to provide further advice and insights.”
“These bite-sized sessions are not to be missed for agents looking to capitalise on ever-increasing customer demand.”
Sessions will shortly be available to book via www.cruising.org
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