Cruising: A Guide to the Cruise Line Industry |  | Author: Marc Mancini
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Category: Book
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Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 445520
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
Pages: 236
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Dimensions (in): 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.4
ISBN: 140184006X
Dewey Decimal Number: 910.45
EAN: 9781401840068
ASIN: 140184006X
Publication Date: August 22, 2003
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Product Description
Comprehensive profiles of two dozen cruise lines, a study of cruises by their geographic itineraries, and an insiders view of cruise sales, marketing, and operations make this the only guide needed for learning how to succeed in the cruise industry. The content has been written in a magazine-style manner, making it easy and fun to read. And the author has applied a number of educational strategies, lending to Cruisings easy learning manner. Particular attention is placed on key terms and phrases for better comprehension, activities and discussion items reinforce the concepts, and photos, graphics, and sidebars illustrate each chapters content. Dozens of leading industry professionalsincluding several cruise line presidentshave reviewed this material, ensuring that it reflects real-world insights into the business.
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 Essential reading for the new cruise agent or travel agent March 12, 2005
Tracey Amino (Mesa, AZ USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book covers all the bases that someone new to the cruise or travel industry would need to know. It really is a textbook for the cruise industry student - complete with chapter reviews and assignments. If you're serious about learning, this is the book for you!
A must for a cruise industry career. August 30, 2005
John U (Riverside, CA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
If you are serious about obtaining CLIA Certification, reading this book and taking the online exam will be the best value 30 point you will find. It is a very informative and easy reading text book with useful exercises and reviews.
Very 'freindly' written book March 8, 2007
Hillel Avihai (Israel)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've enjoined reading this book, mainly due to its freindly-written style. This book certainly offers a welcoming catalysis for everyone who is interested in extending knowledge of cruising industry.Certainly recommended!
Dr. Hillel Avihai
Mancini's books are wonderful! April 24, 2006
Matty B. (Los Angeles, CA)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
I love and own most of Mancini's books and this one is as good as any at explaining the industry.
 Good Basic Guide to Cruising March 10, 2007
Carly A. Nelson (Orlando, FL)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought the book to begin CLIA training. This book is very basic, but covers many different aspects of the cruise industry. If you are beginning to work in cruise sales, or are just interested in cruising, I would definitely recommend it.
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