Advantage Travel Partnership announces cruise conference return

Back on the Water 2022 will take place from October 7 to 9, 2022, with final attendee numbers expected to reach record highs. 

The Advantage Travel Partnership is partnering with Virgin Voyages for the return of its dedicated cruise conference, Back on the Water 2022. 

With 80% of available spaces booked by members within 10 days of the event launch, the latest iteration of the event is expected to hit a record high attendance number.

Delegates attending the cruise-focused conference with head aboard the brand-new Valiant Lady ship on October 7, 2022, disembarking in Barcelona on October 9.  

Virgin Voyages has invited delegates to spend the previous week enjoying the full sailing itinerary aboard Valiant Lady, experience all the ship has to offer on the Mediterranean. 

The conference will focus on the robust return of the crusiing sector, showcasing what ocean, river and expedition voyages offer clients, and how best to present them to the consumer. 

David Moon, head of business development for The Advantage Travel Partnership, said: ?We are delighted to be sharing the news that our popular cruise conference is back and we are really looking forward to bringing our Advantage Managed Service (AMS) members together as a group for the first time since the pandemic.

?In addition to helping our AMS members improve their knowledge and sales in the cruise market, the conference will allow us to update them on our plans for AMS moving forward, and how we can further support the growth of their businesses through achieving operational excellence.

?The conference will also provide plenty of networking opportunities with fellow AMS members where they can benchmark and share ideas."