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Secret advantages of using a travel agent to book a cruise

Are you tired of your usual land vacations? Have you thought about trying a cruise for the first time? Great! All you need to do is make a reservation and put a deposit down. While you might think it is best to browse thru the cruise line website, find a cruise you like and then call their reservation line or start booking online. But how can you be so sure that you’re getting the best value for your money? What if there’s another option to get the best cruise deals? Or better yet, the best cruise value! Here’s ......

By Brian Raymond|2024-02-02T13:38:56-07:00February 12th, 2019|

Celebrity Cruises nixes formal nights for Evening Chic!

As Baby Boomers and Gen Xers move more and more upscale in their cruise preferences, they are looking for a more relaxed cruise experience than previous generations. And it is really no surprise if you think about it. Baby Boomers railed authority in their protest during the 60s & 70s. They have sought more freedom and less rigidity. So it is no surprise that the cruise industry is responding to this changing demographic and their preferences. Celebrity Cruises has responded by dropping "Formal Nights" for "Evening Chic," and sophisticated cruisers will appreciate this change. WHAT IS "EVENING CHIC?" Evening ......

By Brian Raymond|2024-02-02T13:39:03-07:00November 28th, 2018|

Baby Boomers & Gen Xers moving upscale in cruise preferences

It shouldn’t really be a surprise, but as Baby Boomers & Gen Xers have watched their kids move out, they have become prolific cruisers, are seeking new experiences, have more free time and money, and now desire a more sophisticated cruise experience. Bottom line, they are wanting to up their cruise game. These cruisers started taking cruises 10, 20, or 30 years ago. They’ve watched ships get bigger, add more entertainment and offer more dining options, but over time some the novelty has worn off, and maybe they don’t party as much as they did in the past. Now ......

By Brian Raymond|2024-02-02T13:39:33-07:00October 24th, 2018|

What is “sophisticated cruising?”

Being sophisticated is a lifestyle choice committed to living life with grace, having respect for others, and having a curiosity to discover the world and the people in it. Being sophisticated isn't about money, power or formal education. The television show "The Beverly Hillbillies" made us laugh and showed us that money itself doesn't bring sophistication. You may ask, "Why should I want to be sophisticated?" The answer is simple. Sophistication is about having grace, respect for others, and a strong desire to continually expand yourself beyond where and what you are right now. And if you are on ......

By Brian Raymond|2024-02-02T13:39:40-07:00September 8th, 2018|

The Sun Travel Group announces launch of new brand – Sophisticated Cruising

The Sun Travel Group will launch a new suite of travel sites build around delivering concierge travel services to the "sophisticated" traveler. A sophisticated traveler is one who lives life with grace, has a respect for other people and cultures, and has a strong curiosity to discover the world and the people in it. Typically they are busy travelers who like to be pampered, and who demand professional & concierge level service and attention to detail so they can enjoy an incredible get-away from their regular routine. Brian Raymond, owner of the Sun Travel Group said, "Our customers have worked ......

By Brian Raymond|2024-02-02T13:39:42-07:00September 4th, 2018|