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There are moments in our industry when you can feel something new taking shape. This is one of those moments.

A Celebration of Connection, Inspiration, and Opportunity Every year, our Cruise Planners family celebrates success, shares new ideas, and plans for the future. The 2025 CP World Convention was one of our most exciting gatherings yet. Held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and continuing aboard Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, this multi-day event brought together travel franchise owners from across the U.S. Our convention theme, “CP World: Rock On”, reflected the energy and passion that drives our network of travel advisors every day. From best-in-industrytechnology to award-winningmarketing tools and advanced training programs, we showed exactly how we continue to help our franchise owners grow thriving travel businesses.

The travel industry continues to expand as travelers seek more personalized and meaningful experiences, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs to build profitable businesses in a trusted franchise network. Today’s franchise business owners want flexibility, brand recognition, and the technology tools to serve clients efficiently, and Cruise Planners delivers all three through a proven travel agency model supported by strong leadership and an award-winning community. At Cruise Planners’ 2025 annual convention, CP World: Rock On, aboard Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, Insider Travel Report sat down with our executive team to uncover what drives the company’s continued growth. From record sales to groundbreaking technology, innovative marketing, and outstanding support, these conversations highlight how our network empowers travel advisors across the country while setting the standard for excellence in the franchise industry.

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the stories, resilience, and contributions of Hispanic leaders who continue to shape industries and communities across the United States. One remarkable leader whose career reflects this spirit is Carmen Corvo-Roig, a Latina executive whose journey from the daughter of Cuban immigrants to a top role in the cruise industry is a story of perseverance, mentorship, and community impact.

Social media isn’t just about posting vacation pics or hopping on trends—it’s one of the most powerful tools in a Cruise Planners travel advisor’s toolkit. That’s exactly what the Home Office Team unpacked in a recent webinar focused on media success strategies.

Cruise Planners travel advisors recently had the opportunity to combine learning with an unforgettable travel experience during an exclusive Seminar at Sea onboard the beautiful Azamara Onward. The 8-night Italy Intensive Voyage set sail from Nice, France on July 7, 2025, and concluded in Rome, Italy on July 15, 2025, offering a stunning backdrop for a highly interactive and enriching training experience.