Stronger Tides Podcast

Ok, maybe it wasn't specifically created for retreats, but this new river cruise line is purposely building ships for meetings and groups to enjoy Europe while gathering together.  Listen in to learn more!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Yep you read that right!  Hosting a retreat on a cruise ship can be so much more cost effective compared to their land counterparts.  Listen in to learn more!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

I originally recorded this episode during Summer of 2022, but I think some of these topics I outline in this episode are generally really great travel tips, as well as things you should be aware as we head into the holiday travel season.  Enjoy!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

A new episode of the pod hasn't come out since May--so what gives?  Find out in this quick ep :)     Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

I recently attended my first in-person supplier event since 2020!  Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines has some incredible new updates, including their latest ship to debut, Wonder of the Seas.  Listen in on some of my favorite things aboard their new ship, new itineraries and ships from Port Canaveral, and a few details on their World Cruise.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

In this day and age, more people are noticing the benefits of working with a travel advisor like myself.  Not everyone will use one for their personal or professional trips, and that's what part of this episode helps dispel.     What exactly does a travel advisor do when you work with them, and is it necessary to work with one on the trip you are planning?   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Happy 100 Episodes to the Cruise Retreat Podcast!  Thank you so much for your support over the almost past 2 years, and helping this podcast reach more retreat planners like yourself.   And, yes, I am still swooning over my latest river cruise experience which was also a marketing retreat.  But river cruising is not for everyone, or every group or event.  Listen in on today's episode to get my 411 if your next retreat or group trip should be held on a river cruise!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Pharoahs, Temples, and a Glimpse into one of the greatest civilizations that shaped aspects of even our current culture.  A majestic sailing on the Nile River is perfect for cultural immersion, building relationships, and wandering with new friends and colleagues.   Join me as we sail down this luxurious journey, together, in this episode!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Yep, imposter syndrome can even creep in when planning your next retreat.  Thankfully, when you work with a retreat pro, you're not alone, and you have a guide who can ease some of your fears.  I'm answering some common imposter questions when it comes to planning your next retreat in today's episode.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Who are these retreats actually for?  And how or why is planning a retreat for your community different than planning a retreat for your team?  These are just a few of the topics of discussion in today's episode.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Voxer Consulting Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/voxer-half-day-retreat-consulting   Get your Retreat Planning Calender!  https://ritaventures.net/calendar   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

What types of retreats are better for ocean cruising and what types are better for river cruising?  I'm geeking out this week exploring these differences with you from my experiences sailing these past 6 months.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Traveling in the immediate future is going to look a little different for this next year or two.  With restrictions and protocols being reduced slowly, but surely, more people are wanting to travel...but with expectations of what travel was like in 2019.   Listen in on this episode to see what's different now, and what kind of mindset you should have if you decide to travel soon.   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

You're probably familiar with how cruises work, and you're probably familiar with how retreats work.  But how exactly do retreats on cruise ships work?   I'm going through how to structure your retreat agenda, upon arrival, and days at sea vs days in port.  Enjoy!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

This week I'm peeling back the curtain and giving you a few ideas of where you can sail on your next retreat, as well as what types of itineraries are best depending on the goals of your retreat.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

A popular topic of conversation from people in my circle recently is the thought that pulling off a retreat on a cruise ship can be expensive.   I wanted to bring you some real-world numbers of what cruises are costing nowadays, as well as what other expenses you may have to think about when planning your next retreat.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Why do I choose cruising as the best location for your next retreat or group trip?  I list out some of my favorite factors and how they benefit you or your attendees in this episode.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

After my frequent recent cruising, it is starting to become more apparent what retreat are better for ocean cruising as opposed to river cruising.  Join me in this week's discussion as I explore more thoughts with you!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

There's one essential element that you must first figure out before moving onto the next steps of retreat planning.  Listen in on what that one element is and how it affects the 5 C's of Cruise Retreat Planning.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Yep, as much as I preach how great retreats are, they can go oh so badly and oh so quickly.  Listen in on my recent bad retreat experience (no I did not plan it lol!), and what I deemed were the 2 major reasons why it went so poorly this time around.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

I've been on six cruises in the past six months.  You may be thinking "Oh she's living the life", and I am lol!  But my brain is never off when I'm cruising.  Listen in on how I'm still "working" while I'm cruising.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Looking for an Innovative Retreat Location? Listen to my Free Audio Series:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

You may be new to the podcast, or you may have listened since I started in June 2020.  Yet, I don't think I've ever fully introduced myself and my background and how I got into the travel business, as well as what makes me qualified to serve you and where my passion comes from.  This is that episode :)   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Back from 3 weeks of travel/cruising and needed an extra down day before coming back to the podcast :)  Listen in on my reflections of the big changes that happened for me this past year, a review of my personal cruising experience in the middle of a pandemic, and my hope for 2022!   Watch Morgan's video on protocols on land vs sea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAH-jUHKWb0&t=550s   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Quick episode to share holiday wishes!   Join the Email List: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5fa713286996347a3b75cfa4   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

This week is an overview on what might be my favorite C of Cruise Retreat Planning: Captivate.  How are you going to WOW your attendees?  I'm sharing some of those ways in this episode.  Enjoy!   Join the Email List: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5fa713286996347a3b75cfa4   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

The 4th C in Cruise Retreat Planning is Curriculum, and I'm sharing some of my thoughts on planning your curriculum for your next retreat program (on a cruise ship).  Enjoy!   Join the Email List: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5fa713286996347a3b75cfa4   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

In full transparency, there's a typical lead time that I recommend to begin planning your cruise retreat, and then there's the flexibility in lead time that the pandemia is currently still allowing.  Listen in on my thoughts for how soon you should be planning your next cruise ship retreat.   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

No business talk on holiday weeks--just a short greeting from me :)  Enjoy the week with your family and friends!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm   Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9   Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net   Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

Yep, you read that right, cruise retreats DO cost less than land retreats, and in this episode, I'm breaking down how.  I'm digging in deep into what components of retreat planning are actually included in the cruise fare, and how much can that save you in comparison to a hotel retreat. Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Why your next retreat NEEDS to be on a European River Cruise:  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614105998a9a21678c2d48e9 Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

There are so many cruise ships and cruise lines to select from when picking a location for your next retreat...and I'm not just talking about the typical ones you may see on ads or commercials.  Listen in as I break down the different categories of cruise lines, to help you identify which may be the best for your next retreat or in-person program. Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

In the constant pursuit of evolution and bringing you incredible value, I'm pouring some thoughts and going back to basics.  Listen in on the direction I'm working on for the Cruise Retreat Podcast. Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

The past two weeks, I've had the pleasure of sailing on two ocean ships, the MSC Divina, and the Carnival Mardi Gras.  What were some of the commonalities I found, in general, and specifically to retreats on these ships?  Listen in!  Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

I'm ocean sailing again--woohoo!  Last week I was aboard the divine MSC Divina and this week I'm aboard the brand new Carnival Mardi Gras.  I'm giving my first impressions on ocean cruising now, as well as comparing the different cruise lines and ships. Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/ https://www.youtube.com/ritaventuresllc

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I'm featuring a few river cruise options that sail through Hispanic destinations.  Second up is the delightful Rhone River, which runs through France, with a pre or post in Spain.  Enjoy! Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I'm featuring a few river cruise options that sail through Hispanic destinations.  Second up is the charming Douro River, which runs through Portugal and Spain.  Enjoy! Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I'm featuring a few river cruise options that sail through Hispanic destinations.  First up is the magnificent Magdalena River, which runs through Colombia in this first of its kind sailing.  Enjoy! Schedule your Cruise Retreat Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

In this episode of the podcast, I interview, Michele Shelton, Founding CEO and Principal Consultant at Michele Shelton, LLC. Michele shares her insights on what diversity, equity, and inclusion really mean within an organization, how companies and businesses can better incorporate DEI into their culture, and how to make sure DEI is present in your retreat setting. Stay connected with Michele: https://www.micheleshelton.com/ Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule a Discovery Call with Rita:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

In this episode of the podcast, I interview, Mary Miller, Owner of Transform Your Talent Coaching and HR Strategy. In Part 2, Mary and I discuss the importance of the in-person connection, the strategies you can incorporate to increase employee engagement, and how to be thoughtful when incorporating a cruise retreat to your culture plan. Enjoy! Stay connected with Mary: www.transformyourtalent.com Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

In this episode of the podcast, I interview, Mary Miller, Owner of Transform Your Talent Coaching and HR Strategy. Mary shares her insights on the changing employee motivations, the importance of trust, and why yet again, pizza parties are not enough to keep your employees engaged. Enjoy! Stay connected with Mary: www.transformyourtalent.com Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

I've invited my new friends and fellow travel advisors, Teri Leonhard, Amy Little, and Vernita Patterson, to join me and speak on their experience as attendees of our mutual coach's cruise retreat on the Rhine River about a month ago. Listen in on their motivations to attend an event like this, some of their favorite moments, and their key takeaways from the cruise ship retreat.  Enjoy!   Schedule your Cruise Retreat Consult Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

I've invited my friend and fellow travel advisor, Jenny Senter of Celtic Heritage Destinations, to come on and talk about her experience as a newcomer to the world of travel business coaches Sandra and Anthony McLemore of Travel Marketing and Media.  Listen in on how beneficial and transformational this cruise retreat opportunity was to Jenny as a newbie to the McLemore's,  how cruise retreats can generate increased bonds and raving fans, and how Jenny plans to further invest in these business coaches. Register for the August 27th Sip and Sail: https://www.ritaventures.net/cruisewithrita Schedule your Cruise Retreat Consult Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Let me just geek out like this on every episode :)  Listen in on my experience as I start coming down from my Rhine River high.  I share the value I received as an attendee of this retreat experience, as well as notable moments on the itinerary.  Enjoy! Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cruisewithrita Schedule your Cruise Retreat Consult Call:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

You have been recently hearing me geek out about all the benefits of river cruising in July.  Today's episode is extra special because I actually recorded it while docked in France on my recent river cruise.  I also have on an amazing guest, the Chief Marketing Officer of AmaWaterways, Janet Bava.  Together we do some more geeking out on the best kept travel secret, why AmaWaterways is the best to partner with on your next company or business retreat, and how my partnership with them benefits you and your retreat attendees. Enjoy! Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

In this episode of the podcast, I interview, Linda Heeler, Owner of Live Inspired Life Coaching. Linda shares her insights on being a coach for both executives and team transformations, as well as the benefits of using a coach trained in group settings.  She also touches on some of the things you should be mindful of when hiring on a coach for your next retreat.  Enjoy! Stay connected with Linda: LiveInspiredLifeCoaching.com Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Welcome to Part 5 of the River Cruise Series :)  I snuck another one in there for ya!  This episode is part river cruise, part general information you need for traveling during these times.  Flexibility is so crucial, and I discuss all the key ways you'll need it right now.  Enjoy! Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Welcome to Part 4 of the River Cruise Series :)  One of the things I love about river cruising are all the different themes of cruises you can book into around the year.  I share some of my favorite themes, as well as some ideas with how you can create your own unique river cruise group.  Enjoy! Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Welcome to Part 3 of the River Cruise Series :)  Today I share some of my favorite packing tips, as well as things to be mindful of when preparing to go on a European river cruise  Enjoy! Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Welcome to Part 2 of the River Cruise Series :)  In today's episode I discuss some of the different experiences on both the Danube and Rhine river cruises.  Enjoy! Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Thank you so much for your patience these past few weeks, as I tended to a family issue.  I'm coming back strong and am cooking a 4 Part River Cruise Series, where I geek out on some of my favorite parts of river cruising.  In this first episode, join me as I gush on some of the things that make river cruising stand apart from ocean cruising. Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Hello!  The Cruise Retreat Podcast will be going on a short break, as I help with a family emergency.  Tentative come back date is June 29, 2021, so until then, please head over to my Facebook or Instagram accounts for updated content.   Thanks for understanding, Rita https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures

The Cruise Retreat Podcast is one year old!!!  Such a big milestone to celebrate with you, as I walk down memory lane at some of the changes comparing this year to last year, as well as share some of your most favorite episodes.  Thank you for being here, and tuning in every week :) Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Join me and my guest, Elikqitie, as we discuss our autoimmune health battles, and how we've been able to navigate travel and business on our journeys.  This is a different type of episode, but I think one you will get a lot of value from, especially if you are a small business owner who has always wanted to run an in person event. Get in touch with Elikqitie: https://www.travelglutenfreepodcast.com/ Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/

Today I interview my Sales Business Development Manager at Virgin Voyages, Kristy Giragosian, on why Virgin is the best choice for a retreat at sea, and how this partnership assists you. Get your Cruise Retreat Toolkit: http://www.cruiseretreattoolkit.com Schedule your Cruise Retreat Brainstorming Session:  https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm Get in touch: Visit: http://www.ritaventures.net Email: rita@ritaventures.net Follow me: https://www.facebook.com/ritaventures/ https://www.instagram.com/ritaventures/ https://www.linkedin.com/ritaperez19/