The 2023 CP World event announced a series of new technology advances that are set to revolutionize the travel planning experience. Perhaps most interestingly, Maxx Intelligence is incorporating advanced AI to transform the way both travel advisors and their customers navigate the travel planning process.
Maxx Intelligence seamlessly integrates with Cruise Planners' proprietary CRM and booking platform for travel agents, CP Maxx, for an all-in-one solution. This equips our network of travel advisors with a set of enhanced features to streamline and improve your overall travel planning experience. Standout features include:
• AI-powered recommendations: Analyze extensive travel data and provide customized recommendations tailored to each client's preferences.
• Improved content generation: Enabling advisors to easily create engaging content and create engaging stories and materials.
• Predictive analytics: Anticipating emerging travel trends allows advisors to provide proactive recommendations and stay ahead of market demands.
• Personalization: Travel advisors can create marketing content, newsletters, and blog posts to enrich their cruise and vacation offers.
The introduction of Maxx Intelligence is just one way cruise planners are recognizing the importance of AI in tourism. Additionally, we provide advisors with the latest advancements, ensuring they remain at the forefront of travel industry trends.
Michelle Fee, founder and CEO of Cruise Planners, shared some compelling statistics in front of more than 1,000 travel advisors. Compared to 2022, the luxury travel segment grew by 36%, with bookings for world and exotic cruises increasing by an astonishing 295%. Additionally, river cruises soared by his 20% and land sales showed his double-digit growth. This was a 13% increase compared to the previous year.
Teresa Scargitti, COO of Cruise Planners, also highlighted the resurgence of cruises, with 2023 sales up 63% compared to 2022. Notable jumps by destination include a 48% increase in departures from Europe and Alaska, and an 80% increase in departures from the Caribbean. Sales increase rate compared to the previous year.
This data shows that the industry is thriving as more and more people discover the joy of travel. Our franchisees have different goals and we help them achieve their unique goals. Almost half of the cruise planner network has seen a 50% increase in sales over the past year, demonstrating diverse and robust growth within the network.
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