How about some selling tips for those of you that don't often sell Christian cruises.  Christian travel is a big, growing market, but you need to know how to mine it successfully.  As one who is a "born again Christian", maybe I can throw some tidbits your way to help you better understand the "Christian prospect" better.

No Alcohol or Casinos

As we've discussed, Cruise With A Cause is a full charter of Carnival's Imagination.  As a result, they have the latitude to do things (or not do things) that a standard cruise would not permit.  For example, no alcohol will be served during the cruise nor will the casinos be open.  Now, I know that some of you are rolling your eyes and saying, "Well, then who would want to go?"  The fact is, to many of your Christian clients this is a big plus.  Even if they are not total tea-tottlers and enjoy the occasional adult beverage, they don't always appreciate the drink and gambling culture of many modern cruises.  As a result, make sure that you push the the "no alcohol or casinos" fact when you meet with prospects.

Sharing The Excitement

To Christians, their personal relationship with God is the most exciting thing to ever happen in their life.  Unlike many religions, the goal of most folks of this ilk is to share the excitement, not push for converts for the sake of increased numbers.  To this extent, don't hesitate to point out that the past two Cruises With A Cause saw over 8,000 people make decisions to follow Christ.  Being a part of such a successful effort will excite many of your Christian cruise passengers.

Missionary Work

Along the same lines as the point above, let your prospects know that that this is way more than a Christian oriented vacation.  They will also have the chance to be "missionaries for the day".  Here's a glance at the line up:

Benefits of Developing Your Faith-Based Travel Business

If you have not developed a faith-based cliental following, you are missing a huge opportunity.  Whether you are an atheist or a holy roller, it should not matter on this issue.  In the retail travel industry, it's about your clients and their desires, not yours.

If you have developed your faith-based market, you really need to jump right on this chance to sell Cruise With A Cause right now.  Space is selling fast and your clients need to be a part of one of the largest Christian events of the year!