Chauncey Gloster's Travel Blog

How To Plan a Fundraising Event That is Guaranteed to Get Attention Without Lifting a Finger

2009-04-16T15:09:00.000-07:00

Ever wish you could plan a fundraising event that is guaranteed to get attention, increase your media exposure, generate donation dollars and offer attendees a really great time, all without having to lift a finger? Well, we at Chauncey Gloster Travel say, "You Can!"

Whatever your purpose, whichever your cause, we have a fundraising cruise for you!

From 2 nights to more than 10, our specially designated Cruising For a Cause sail dates are flexible, affordable and are designed with donations in mind. Depending on the cruise you choose, some cruise lines may donate $25 to $100 per stateroom to your organization!

Plus earn one free stateroom for every 16 full-rate staterooms booked by your Non-Profit Organization through this program. Just think of the possibilities those free staterooms could bring!

Raffle them off for additional fundraising dollars
Give them to your "MVP" (Most Volunteered Person) as recognition for their hard work
Or choose to receive the dollar value of the rooms as a contribution to your organization

Sound Complicated? It's Not!

Your travel executive at Chauncey Gloster Travel will work directly with you to help plan, sell an organize your fundraising cruise event. We'll customize the cruise to add value specifically tailored to your group. Plus, we'll hold space on your target cruise date for 30 days so you can gauge interest before spending a dime! We'll assist with promoting collateral, flyers, postcards and brochures! These cruises sell themselves, and your organization will reap the benefits through applicable fundraising cruise donation dollars!

There's so much to do on a fundraising cruise with onboard activities, but wait - there's more! Your fundraising cruise could be customized with these additional options an amenities:

Specialty Group Dining
Nighttime Activities
Networking Opportunities
Thank You Cocktail Party
Convenient Meeting Spaces
Spa Activities and Services
And so much more!

Bake sales are out, cruises are in!

Contact Chauncey Gloster Travel today 866-307-1211 to start planning!

How to Plan The Perfect Family Vacation

2009-04-01T18:49:00.000-07:00

Having trouble deciding what to do and where to go for the family vacation? Chauncey Gloster Travel has the answer.

Torn between a cruise and visiting a family resort destination in Orlando? Do both and enjoy the best of two vacations! Royal Caribbean International and Universal Orlando have teamed up to offer a fantastic vacation experience for the entire family.

Combine a visit to Universal Orlando with a Bahamas cruise for the ultimate seven or 10/11 night vacation. Purchasing this package is more economical than purchasing the experiences separately! Enjoy two different vacation experiences for one low price.

Contact Chauncey Gloster Travel to find full details about the Royal Caribbean cruise, the Universal Orlando theme park experience, and vacation pricing today.

The Tipping System On a Cruise

2009-03-07T09:43:00.000-08:00

There are three different tipping systems on a cruise ship. This is important to know so you have an idea of how much cash to bring with you on your cruise and there are no surprises.

The traditional system of tipping works like this:

The guest receives envelopes toward the end of the cruise, with clear suggestions for tip amounts.

Cabin steward / stewardess: $3-5 per person per day.
Dining room steward (waiter): $3-5 per person per day.
Dining room bus boy (asst. waiter): $2 per person per day.

The following crew members can also receive a tip for extraordinary service:

Table Captain, Head Waiter (often)
Head Cabin Steward, Assistant Cabin Steward (rarely)
Maitre d', Bartender / Wine Steward (15% of bill); usually automatic
Kid's Club Activity Director
Beautician
Masseuse

The formal system of tipping with individual envelopes is becoming less common. Other systems are more common and include the contemporary system where a tip is automatically placed on the guest's bill. Guests can opt out if they're unhappy or want to do it themselves. Tips usually cover the cabin steward and dining room staff; others are at the guest's discretion.

Some cruises have a no-tipping system. Tipping is considered as part of the package price - usually on luxury lines. Most incidental charges (e.g., drinks, gift shop purchases, spa services) go on the tab. It's a cashless society onboard, with credit card authorization given at the purser's office or at check-in. The room key card becomes the onboard credit card.

Fellowship, Outreach, and Building a Stronger Community

2009-03-07T09:21:00.000-08:00

Travel has long been a part of the history and tradition of Christian life. During biblical times, travel was necessary in order to communicate the Word of God and grow the religious community. Remember Abraham's journey and the travels of the Israelites? Throughout history, travel was a way God led his people from where they were to a place of blessing. For the Christian, sacred sites and destinations remain as integral to faith as ever. Although the means of transportation have changed, the reason for taking a religious journey remains much the same.

Religious travel offers wonderful benefits including spiritual enlightenment. A wonderful way to vacation, you'll see firsthand how culture, history, and the heritage of your faith interact in life today--and you may even discover that it supports other ministries you may be involved with, growing your faith in a personal, enriching way.

Experience your faith firsthand when you stand on the very site where Jesus is believed to have been born, or when you visit the location of the early churches in Turkey. Retracing the missionary journey of Apostle Paul can bring you a step closer to understanding his powerful life. By discovering the Vatican and the church's rich history across Europe, you will discover more about your spritual heritage. Learning about the lives of the most beloved and influential Christians is yet another magnificent way to deepen your faith through travel.