River Cruising Across the Globe
Event Date:
March 21–23, 2023
FREE
Blue Skies Travel recognizes each of our partners as offering a fantastic product and each of the rivers offering a unique experience. By attending this event, you will have an opportunity to understand what differentiates each brand and each destination. Although the brands & ships may appear similar in shape and size, each one has unique attributes which set them apart. We will also highlight the different river options in order for you to make your most appropriate selection.
By registering, you will have access to all three nights of presentations although you are not obligated to attend all three presentations. The special offers will be available for a limited time after the event, details of the promotions will be discussed during the event.
- March 21, 2023 Destination Europe
- March 22, 2023 Domestic Cruising
- March 23, 2023 The Exotics
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Presenters
Alison Michael
Owner 55+Life Magazine
George Balogh
Owner Blue Skies Travel
Lauren Green
Director, Business Development
Mark Bryant
Regional Sales Director
Hannah Westerdoll
Director, Sales
Scott Moore
Sr. Regional Account Manager
Sara Hamilton-Moran
Business Development Manager
Barbara Canizio
Business Development Manager
Susan Gaines
Business Development Manager
Rich Dubin
Publisher of LER Magazine
Agenda
Exploring Europe by River (Danube, Seine, Rhone, Elbe, Douro & Moselle)
March 21, 2023, 07:00 PM – 07:15 PM EDT(-04:00)
George Balogh with Alison Michael
European River Cruising – AmaWaterways
March 21, 2023, 07:15 PM – 07:35 PM EDT(-04:00)
Hannah Westerdoll
Although AmaWaterways covers different parts of the world, Europe really is the Heart of our company! Our owners are of European descent and they pride themselves in offering the BEST of Europe. So from the North Sea to the Black Sea, France & Portugal, let us take you where the BIG ships can’t go…through the HEART of EUROPE!
European River Cruising – Viking
March 21, 2023, 07:35 PM – 07:55 PM EDT(-04:00)
Lauren Green
Immerse yourself in the Old World as you sail Europe’s most iconic rivers. Discover Danube gems like Vienna and Budapest. See storied Rhine castles and trace French history along the Seine. Viking® offers destination-focused river cruises to the world’s most fascinating locations aboard elegant, state-of-the-art ships. Bright, airy and streamlined, each ship has been carefully designed to access the best destinations up close, with more time in port. Guests enjoy an included shore excursion in each port of call, a Culture Curriculum® of enriching onboard lectures, regional food tastings, dance and musical performances, and ample opportunities to explore the most intimate nuances of each destination: its food, culture, countryside and customs.
European River Cruising – Scenic
March 21, 2023, 07:55 PM – 08:15 PM EDT(-04:00)
Mark Bryant
With Scenic, it’s more than a river cruise. Our ships are like a floating 5-star luxury hotel, with world-class amenities and unrivaled opulence reserved for only 163 guests. Custom-built with an abundance of carefully curated spaces, Scenic raises the bar when it comes to river cruising in Europe. Our truly all-inclusive philosophy ensures all the finer details have been taken care of so you can focus on exploring new horizons.
European River Cruising – Avalon
March 21, 2023, 08:15 PM – 08:35 PM EDT(-04:00)
Susan Gaines
From windmills and wine to castles and coastlines, all are in your view on an Avalon River cruise in Europe. Discover what makes Avalon unique – including our award-winning Panorama Suites. Learn about our most popular river cruise itineraries and how we bring you closer to the must-see sights and the mesmerizing scenes of life along Europe’s iconic rivers.
A Travel Advisors Perspective
March 21, 2023, 08:35 PM – 09:00 PM EDT(-04:00)
George Balogh
Exploring the USA by River
March 22, 2023, 07:00 PM – 07:15 PM EDT(-04:00)
George Balogh with Alison Michael
You are going to learn about exploring the United States by River including the Mississippi, Columbia & Snake, Great Lakes, the Hudson, Canada/New England, Chesapeake Bay, Alaska and Puget Sound, and a Southeast cruise from Charleston to to Amelia Island.
Domestic River Cruising – American Queen
March 22, 2023, 07:15 PM – 07:35 PM EDT(-04:00)
Scott Moore
Did you know that your clients can experience quaint villages, different cultures with unique culinary dishes, interesting history, and iconic destinations by taking a North American River, Lake, or Coastal Cruise aboard one of our authentic paddle wheelers or small ships? If an Expedition style adventure without below-zero temperatures and no sunshine is on your bucket list, it is possible in Alaska onboard the luxurious Ocean Victory explores the fjords, glaciers, and wildlife with guided kayak & zodiac tours – plus the cultural experiences of small ports with their interested residents. Remember American Queen Voyages is now All-Inclusive including port/taxes & gratuities.
Domestic River Cruising – American Cruise Line
March 22, 2023, 07:35 PM – 07:55 PM EDT(-04:00)
Sara Hamilton-Moran
Come explore our country with American Cruise Lines, the leader in USA cruising. ACL offers the newest fleet of 17 American riverboats and small cruise ships; accommodating 90-180 passengers. Select from 50 itineraries in 35 states.
Domestic River Cruising – Viking
March 22, 2023, 07:55 PM – 08:15 PM EDT(-04:00)
Lauren Green
From our new cruises on the “Mighty Mississippi” to the undiscovered Great Lakes, Viking will allow you to Explore the World In Comfort.
A Travel Advisors Perspective
March 22, 2023, 08:15 PM – 08:45 PM EDT(-04:00)
George Balogh
Exploring the Exotics to Mekong, Nile, Vietnam/Cambodia, the central part of Alaska, and Colombia.
March 23, 2023, 07:00 PM – 07:15 PM EDT(-04:00)
George Balogh with Alison Michael
Exotic River Cruising – Scenic
March 23, 2023, 07:15 PM – 07:35 PM EDT(-04:00)
Mark Bryant
We will journey to the exotic lands of Vietnam & Cambodia onboard your 5-star all-inclusive Scenic Spirit river ship with only 64 passengers. We will also introduce you to our sister brand Emerald Cruises and a newer ship to the fleet, the Emerald Harmony sailing out of Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong River with her 84 guests.
Exotic River Cruising – AmaWaterways
March 23, 2023, 07:35 PM – 07:55 PM EDT(-04:00)
Hannah Westerdoll
Although Europe is the HEART of our company, we all experience some wanderlust and want to see MORE! AmaWaterways offers Exotic Cruises that will take you along the Mekong River (Vietnam & Cambodia), the Chobe River in Africa, and the Nile River in Egypt. If you’ve done Europe and want to satisfy your wanderlust, come hear about these fabulous destinations that AmaWaterways can take you to!
Exotic River Cruising – Avalon
March 23, 2023, 07:55 PM – 08:15 PM EDT(-04:00)
Barbara Canizio
Experience all that Avalon has to offer in exotic locations like Southeast Asia, India, Egypt, the Galapagos Islands, and the Peruvian Amazon. A journey with Avalon Waterways along these exotic rivers serves as a gateway to untouched villages, ancient cities, and remarkable cultures.
A Travel Advisors Perspective
March 23, 2023, 08:15 PM – 08:45 PM EDT(-04:00)
George Balogh
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