Scenic Group is celebrating "National Plan a Cruise Month" with a campaign designed to show appreciation for travel advisors and offer exclusive deals for clients. Running from October 1 through November 3, 2024, this campaign highlights Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises’ commitment to the travel advisor community with incentives, bonuses and a chance to win a complimentary familiarization (FAM) cruise.
In addition, Scenic Cruises has announced the launch of its 2026 Ultra-Luxury Europe River Cruising and Land Journeys, available to book now at 2025 prices. This new season brings even more ways for travelers to explore Europe.
Incentives for Travel Advisors
Scenic Group is offering bonus commissions and a grand prize opportunity during this special month:
- Group Booking Incentives: Advisors who create a group quote will receive a $25 bonus commission, redeemable via gift card. Further incentives include:
- Confirm five group bookings by December 31, 2024, to earn a $100 bonus commission.
- Confirm 10 or more group bookings by the end of the year and receive an additional $250 commission per group.
- FIT (Individual Bookings) Bonuses: For advisors making individual bookings, there is a $25 bonus commission per booking after a minimum of three deposited bookings.
- Grand Prize: The top two advisors with the highest number of deposited bookings (minimum of five) between October 1 and November 3, 2024, will win a complimentary FAM cruise for two. One winner will sail on a Scenic river cruise and the other on an Emerald Cruises river sailing, each with the opportunity to experience the exceptional onboard services of both brands firsthand following the ASTA River Cruise Expo. (Winners are responsible for flights and transfers.)
Exclusive Offers for Clients
In addition to travel advisor rewards, Scenic Group is offering several deals for clients:
- 2-for-1 Fares and Free Air: Clients booking 2025 departures can take advantage of Scenic’s and Emerald Cruises' Q4 promotions, including two-for-one fares on select sailings, free airfare or additional savings if airfare is not required.
- Scenic Select/Emerald Exclusives Bonus Savings: Special savings on select departures provide added value for guests.
- Flexible Booking Plan: Clients who secure a 2025 departure during this period will also receive a free Flexible Booking Plan, ensuring peace of mind as they plan their journeys.
The booking window for this campaign runs from October 1 to November 3, 2024, giving travel advisors ample time to earn bonus commissions and enter the grand prize drawing.
Scenic’s 2026 European River Season
As part of the October celebrations, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has unveiled its 2026 Ultra-Luxury Europe River Cruising and Land Journeys, available to book now at 2025 prices. Highlights include:
- New winter departures in February and early March 2026, allow guests to explore Europe without the crowds.
- An increased number of 7-day voyages, including the return of the popular "Charming Castles & Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle" itinerary. These shorter itineraries offer U.S. travelers a luxurious European getaway that’s both convenient and appealing.
- New land extensions, including Bavaria, London and Porto.
- Six new "Ultimate Journeys" ranging from 54 to 85 nights, offering extended experiences across Europe aboard Scenic’s ultra-luxury river Space-Ships and Discovery Yachts.
- 18 Christmas Market sailings in November and December 2026, with extension options in Paris, Prague and Switzerland.
- Six new Spring departures along the Rhine, ideal for experiencing tulips, windmills and Belgian delights.
For more information, visit scenicusa.com and emeraldcruises.com.
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