What’s the key message for travel advisors from Oceania Cruises? “Be bold! Ask your clients about their travel aspirations and don’t be afraid of offering a new experience or a new travel style,” says Oceania Cruises in this edition of Take 5. If that bold line of inquiry includes a recommendation for the cruise line, then so much the better.

1. Oceania recently announced a gratuities-included policy. Can you tell us more about that and what prompted the decision?  

“With our ‘Your World Included’ program, all sailings include gratuities – in all categories. We decided that offering an amenity that all guests value would be a welcome addition to our brand inclusions.”

2. Oceania has seven ships currently with an eighth vessel, Allura, on the way. What are some of the biggest need-to-knows for travel advisors about Allura? 

“Allura will be a sister ship to the stunning Vista. What is new is that Allura will have an expanded Barista area and a new Creperie. Yum!”

3. How does Oceania position itself in the marketplace, for any travel advisors who may be unfamiliar with the brand?  

“We are the perfect cruise experience between premium ships and luxury.

“Oceania Cruises is the perfect line to recommend to those guests that are avid cruisers of premium brands and are seeking more immersive cruises offering more time in port. They want a more relaxed casual cruising lifestyle with smaller ships with extraordinary service – and exceptional cuisine. We are perfect for the 50-70 year old traveller who likes to customize their holidays.”

4. What is Oceania Insider Connect and what does it offer to agents?  

“Oceania Insider Connect is a game changer in marketing! It is a turnkey platform that affords advisors a way to customize our digital content and also co-brand our website in just a few steps. They can then easily share this personalized experience with clients via social media, email and more. It’s that easy!”

5. Anything else you want to make sure travel advisors know? 

“Be bold! Ask your clients about their travel aspirations and don’t be afraid of offering a new experience or a new travel style. In other words, be bold and recommend Oceania Cruises.”

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