I wanted to share a real example of how simple group cruises can be when you keep things straightforward and consistent. The photos here are from Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 of a group cruise I created called Italians at Sea. We’re currently working on Year 4. For the first three years, there was no event fee. Guests simply booked their cruise, and I earned commission on the cabins. That was the entire model. To make it special, I reinvested a small portion of the commission (and used amenity points when available) to host one casual cocktail-style gathering. I added some light food, simple décor, music, and a fun Italian-style sing-along. I also paid a small fee to the cruise line for projector and audio setup and ran everything off my laptop. Aside from that one organized event, the group just enjoyed the cruise together, including dining as a group each night. Now that the event is growing, we are moving it over to our event production side to bring it to the next level. This will include a dedicated event fee on top of the cruise to support a more elevated experience. What’s even more interesting is that this was built purely through word-of-mouth. I didn’t run ads or do any serious outreach, mainly because I was focused on other projects at the time. With a little more effort—like connecting with Italian-American clubs, local groups, or partnering with group leaders and offering a TC credit this could have grown even bigger and faster. The goal here isn’t to overcomplicate things, it’s to create a shared experience. Each year builds on the last through repeat guests, referrals, and momentum. If you want to take a look visit www.ItaliansAtSea.com Main takeaway: you don’t need to complicate group cruises to make them work. Start simple, stay consistent, and scale as you grow. Happy to answer any questions.

We’re officially about two months into launching our REI Summit at Sea 2027—following our February 2026 sailing… And already:👉 35 cabins booked Our goal is 100 cabins / 200 attendees, and this will be our third annual Real Estate Investors Summit at Sea. What makes this exciting isn’t just the numbers… It’s the consistency. Each year, the event grows.Each year, the process gets more refined.And each year, the results compound. This isn’t something that happens overnight. It’s built from understanding how to: ✔ Position your event✔ Attract the right audience✔ Market it the right way✔ And most importantly… repeat it year after year And just as important… 👉 The experience has to actually deliver. Our attendees come for the connections, the education, and the overall experience—and that’s what keeps them coming back and telling others. When you focus on creating something that people genuinely enjoy and benefit from, everything else starts to fall into place. So let me ask you… Are you: • A travel agent looking to increase your bookings?• An entrepreneur who wants to create an additional income stream?• Someone who’s thought about building your own group or event? Because an annual group cruise can completely change your business. 💰 Ongoing income🌍 Travel perks🤝 Community and authority📈 Growth that builds year after year If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to do something like that…” That’s exactly what we teach inside Cruise for Cash. 🎓 Want the step-by-step? Inside our Premium Membership, you’ll get access to courses that show you how to: ✔ Set up your travel business✔ Book cruise cabins properly✔ Build and launch your own group cruise✔ Turn it into a repeatable, scalable model 👉 Head to the Classroom tab at the top of this page and upgrade to a Premium or VIP Membership to get started. If you’re ready to understand how this really works and do it the right way, this is where it starts.

Quick refresher for anyone working with cruise groups… Most cruise lines offer 1 free berth for every 8 cabins booked(structure can vary, but that’s the common setup). A lot of people just use it to cover their own cabin… which is great. But there are a few other ways to use it that can really move the needle: - Apply it as profit - Turn it into onboard credit - Use it to help close a booking Or… Use it to motivate a group leader For example:“Once we hit 16 cabins, you and a guest cruise free (just taxes/fees).” Now you’ve got someone who’s actually excited to promote the trip. That’s where things start to build a little faster—because it’s not just you talking about it anymore. It’s a simple shift, but it can make a big difference depending on the group. Always interesting to see how different agents structure this.

I’m excited to be here as an experienced agent and agency owner. I genuinely enjoy connecting with like-minded professionals and believe there is so much value in collaboration and shared growth. I look forward to building meaningful relationships and getting to know this community on a deeper level. Kindly, Jamilee Chang www.urbananchor.travel