Attendee Takeaways + Key Insights

 

What Advisors are Saying:
“Our membership as Cruise Icons is far greater than just recognition.  It’s about collaboration with other high producers, and access to key players amongst our most important vendors.  It’s about being part of a supportive peer group that constructively challenge each other to become better.  It has taken our business to the next level. ”
– Bob & Sue Bradley, The Pampered Cruiser, an Independent Affiliate of Direct Travel
 
“I love being a Virtuoso Cruise Icon. When I first heard about the program, I began tracking my numbers with the goal of qualifying, and once I met the threshold, I made sure to aim for it again the following year. The program gives me clear goals and motivation, helping me stay focused on growing my cruise business strategically. It’s encouraged me to deepen relationships with preferred partners through groups and repeat bookings, while also exploring new suppliers I might not have worked with otherwise.
The press releases and recognition give me instant credibility with new clients, and my existing clients love the extra perks and value I’m able to offer through Virtuoso. But beyond the business side, what I really appreciate is the opportunity to connect with other Icons. Learning from peers at the top of their game is energizing, and a reminder that we all benefit when we share knowledge and raise the bar together. ”
– Sheila Gallant Halloran, Lush Life Travel, an Independent Affiliate of Direct Travel Toronto HQ
 
What Partners are Saying:
"By hosting the Virtuoso Cruise Icons onboard our ships, Uniworld has not only seen a significant growth in their sales but development of very valued partnerships. Virtuoso Cruise Icons are extremely knowledgeable and always willing to share their expertise through collaboration during events. It is always an honor spending time with these amazing professionals!"
– Adena Wilson, Vice President, National Accounts, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
 
"Supporting the Virtuoso Icon program was incredible! To be able to showcase the beautiful new Silver Nova and have the best of the best Virtuoso Icons sailing with us is something Silversea values deeply. To be able to share the Silversea Way firsthand from the ship, accommodations, exquisite food and service, along with the amazing destinations we visit visited on our Australia to New Zealand cruise was truly memorable. Also, building deeper relationships with the Icons made this trip extra meaningful. Being involved with the Virtuoso Icon program is a great investment and we’ve already seen amazing business come from those learning experiences and connections. Such a valuable program from Virtuoso in fact … it’s So Virtuoso. "
– Laurie Bohn-Isaure, Senior Director National Accounts, Silversea