MARSEILLE — Small-ship, ultra-luxury cruise line Ponant Yacht Cruises and Expeditions, has launched a free training course for travel advisors promising higher commissions and a complimentary gift card for graduates.

The training course, aptly named Ponant Academy, is designed to introduce travel agents to its offerings, including onboard experiences, the benefits of its 12 purpose-built ships and the destinations to which they sail, while also offering key knowledge and special sales tips to help agents earn higher commissions.

As an extra incentive, the cruise line is also offering graduates a $200 eCard. Those who make one booking within four months of graduating from this course will receive a $200 gift card.

In addition, graduates will also receive:

• 5 CLIA credits
• 2 CEU credits from The Travel Institute
• A Ponant Specialist diploma to display your achievement

For more information go to ponantacademy.com.