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October 26, 2025Nexion Travel Group will hold the highly anticipated 2026 Cruise Sales Summit in Vancouver from May 20 to May 23. The cruise market continues to be surging, so Nexion is dedicated to providing Canadian travel advisors with the right tools and a deep understanding of the cruise market in order to succeed. This is the second annual Cruise Sales Summit, and we are on track to provide an engaging conference full of informative sessions and to engage with cruise line representatives, and other travel partners.Set in the scenic city of Vancouver, the summit will take place at the Hilton Vancouver Airport, where approximately 50 selected travel advisors will gather. The conference will focus on enhancing advisors’ expertise across all cruise segments, from ocean cruises to river cruising, making it ideal for both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the industry. Participants will gain insights into the latest trends, strategies for increasing sales, and methods for improving the client experience when booking cruises.Advertisement Preparing for Success: A Comprehensive AgendaNexion’s 2026 Cruise Sales Summit aims to provide attendees with valuable resources to help expand their cruise business. The summit’s carefully designed agenda will cover a range of topics relevant to the modern travel advisor, from the business side of cruise sales to creative marketing strategies that can drive customer engagement. Key sessions will include an in-depth look at the cruise industry’s evolving landscape, along with tips for attracting and retaining clients.To facilitate networking and supplier engagement, the event will feature numerous opportunities for one-on-one meetings with cruise line representatives. This will allow travel advisors to gain direct insights into the products they sell and build meaningful relationships with key industry partners. Additionally, the summit will offer participants the chance to visit luxury cruise ships and attend site tours, which will provide valuable firsthand experiences that can be shared with clients.AdvertisementThe FAM Cruise: A Perfect Lead-Up to the SummitIn the lead-up to the summit, Nexion will offer a pre-event FAM (Familiarization) cruise aboard the Coral Princess. The cruise will depart from Los Angeles on May 16 and arrive in Vancouver on May 20, just in time for the event. The FAM cruise offers participants the opportunity to experience the cruise product they will be selling, ensuring that they are well-versed in the details and nuances of the experience they can recommend t …
