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Cruise.com Host Agency Division

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255 E. Dania Beach Blvd.

855-766-1510

Host Agency Information

In Business Since

1998

Average Yearly Sales Volume

$100 – $199 Million

Number of Independent Agents

200-500

Program for New Agent Training

yes

Education Programs for Agents

yes

Are Leads Offered for Agents?

no

Do You Offer an Accounting System for Agents?

yes

Do You Offer a CRM Program for Agents?

yes

Is Air Ticketing Available for Agents?

no

Is a GDS Offered for Agents?

no

Is a Website Building Tool or Website Available for Agents?

yes

Are Marketing Tools and Assets Available for Agents?

yes

Is Booking Technology Available for Agents?

yes

Consortia Membership(s)

Travel Leaders Network

Association Membership(s)

ASTA, CLIA, IATA, IATAN

Is Hosting Available for International Agents (Outside of the United States)?

Program Information and Media

Cruise.com was established in 1998 and because of its rapid growth and the strong relationships that were quickly formed with our cruise line partners we were able to successfully launch our Host Agency Division that same year, offering our Independent Travel Professional affiliates the high commission levels and exclusive offers only found among companies with high sales volume, strength and stability. Our slate of programs now provides multiple technology options and price points to provide flexible business solutions for independent contractors utilizing any number of business models. Overview of the program options available: ‘Gold’ program – earn 90% commission.  Cost:  $39/month plus small invoice fee per booking deducted from commission.  (Invoice Fee:  $10 fee on invoices $600 or less; $25 fee on invoices $601 and higher.) ‘Gold Plus’ program – earn 90% commission.  Includes a Hosted Consumer Website branded with your agency’s information with 6 backgrounds to choose from.  Cost:  $208/month plus small invoice fee per booking deducted from commission plus a one-time $350 Set-up Fee for the website.  (Invoice Fee: $10 fee on invoices $600 or less; $25 fee on invoices $601 and higher.) ‘Gold Choice’ program – earn 90% commission.  Includes a Consumer Booking Engine widget for placing on your own website.  Cost:  $198/month plus small invoice fee per booking deducted from commission plus a one-time $299 Set-up Fee for the widget.  (Invoice Fee:  $10 fee on invoices $600 or less; $25 fee on invoices $601 and higher.) ‘Classic Plus’ program – earn 85% commission.  Includes a Hosted Consumer Website branded with your agency’s information.  Website has a standard blue background.  Cost:  $49/month.  No other fees involved. ‘Classic Choice’ program – earn 85% commission.  Includes a Consumer Booking Engine widget for placing on your own website.  Cost:  $29/month.  No other fees involved. ‘Cruise Professional Certification’ program – earn 70% commission. Includes a hosted consumer website, branded with your agency’s information. Offers CLIA and TravTech certifications. Cost: $99 annually. ALL Affiliation Programs include: Agent Booking Engine for searching and creating live cruise bookings.  The multitude of enhanced features found within this technology is an invaluable tool as it allows agents to close sales quickly and move on to their next booking.  Some of the features include real-time pricing & availability, multiple search and pricing options, cruise compare, multi-cabin booking options and multiple credit card payments. Agent Booking Center for managing client lists, creating invoices and for accessing various reports designed to help agents run their day-to-day business in a real-time reporting environment. A NO Sign-up Fee policy Access to Promotional Group rates and amenities Dedicated Training and Support Ongoing Webinar and On-Site Product Trainings Short-term (12 month) contract that includes a non-exclusivity clause.   E&O Insurance coverage Ship Inspections and FAM Trip opportunities Cruise.com’s Host Agency Division is located within our Dania Beach, Florida Headquarters, just minutes away from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale.  We invite you to call or schedule a visit with us at any time during our normal business hours of 8am-6pm ET, Monday through Friday. Cruise.com is a subsidiary of Omega World Travel and our proprietary technology is provided by TravTech, Inc.

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Dustin Ruffatto
★★★★★ 5/5

Cruise.com is a wonderful host agency filled with knowledgeable and helpful people. The folks at Cruise.com are extremely responsive and helpful with questions, issues, and their insights. They are easy to work with and always available - from industry outlook and cruise line questions to commission and accounting queries, their...

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Carol Rodgers
★★★★☆ 4/5

Overall, I've found the support staff fantastic. They have established good relationships with our suppliers and do all they can for us before they ask for help... I find it good they "don't cry wolf." They hold commission well after it's been received, and if the invoice is more than...

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Carol Rodgers
★★★★☆ 4/5

They are generally good and have groups on many, many sailings which is a real boost. They do hold commissions forever, and if the invoice is as much as a buck off, they won't pay until it's completely balanced. Lots of hoops to jump through with their invoicing.

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Garett A. Kucifer
★★★★★ 5/5

One of the most important things is support being there when you need it. I have always found outstanding support with any questions or needs that I have when I call the office. Friendly staff, responsive and always the willingness to get the right answer if they do not know...

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Bob Derian
★★★★★ 5/5

This is my second agency and I can't say enough about the people I work with and the way things are set up. My income is double what it was previously and the support is first class!!

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