CaptainsCruise24

Our unique, brainstorming and networking cruise sets sail once again on 28th August 2024 from Helsinki to Stockholm on board Tallink Silja Symphony. We are bringing together Captains of the tourism Industry from across the Nordic and Baltic region together with leading European buyers, to inform, brainstorm, discuss and build lasting relationships.

The objective of the cruise is to encourage high-level discussion on key issues in an intimate yet informal networking environment, to formulate Nordic tourism strategies and to build long-lasting relationships between Nordic supplies and buyers.

CaptainsCruise24 Preliminary Agenda

28th August:

10am Welcome and introductory sessions at Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki

12pm Board SIlja Symphony for lunch

2pm Afternoon sessions

6pm Networking reception and dinner

29th August

10am Arrive Stockholm

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Discussion Sessions (to be confirmed)

• Market updates 2025 - Source Market Partners update
• Prospects for summer 2024
• New developments and trends in the market
• Segment updates - (group v FIT)
• In-demand destinations and products
• Should the Nordics and Baltics promote long-haul tourism?
• Techmatters - Technology developments and solutions and AI
• Sustainability and the growing interest in nature travel

Topic developments and updates

Cold Tourism -  A working group opening meeting with progress updates and development

Nordic Awards - The youth of today have their say. What does the future of the industry look like in 2034? A  presentation by the winners of the best Tourism2034 competition

Registration Costs and Invoicing

The cost for participation is just €449.  This includes welcome reception with coffee at the Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki, lunch and dinner with drinks and overnight cabin on Silja Symphony. Payment is preferred by Credit Card or we can invoice you by following the link below

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