Chauncey Gloster Travel Puts FUN In Fundraising

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 (http://content.onlineagency.com/index.aspxsite=76399's38;tide=27074's38;last=18202), all without having to lift a finger Well, Chauncey Gloster Travel (http://content.onlineagency.com/c/76/76399/7751429_76399.htm) says, You Can!

Who says a successful fundraising event has to be some stuffy, overdressed gala in a generic ballroom You can raise money and make a lasting impression and build a personal relationship with donors - all in your shorts and Caribbean (http://content.onlineagency.com/c/76/76399/18539_76399.htm) clothing.

In tight economic times the intrinsic value of cruises becomes even more important. Tight economic times also make it more difficult for groups and organizations to raise funds, so one of the best ways to deal with the challenge is to make a group cruise a fundraiser for sponsoring clubs or organizations (http://chaunceyglostertravel.blogspot.com).

A group fundraising cruise can provide many benefits to the participating organization and its members. The sponsoring group can earn substantial funds (it sure beats bake sales); the trip will be an added benefit for members; and their loyalty to the organization will increase as a result of the camaraderie built by traveling together. Public relations about the trip also can promote membership.

It'ss a high value for the cost as one price covers accommodations, food, entertainment and more. On an individual basis, members will benefit from rates usually better than rates available to the general public. But even if they aren'st, the group members may still receive many value-added benefits (parties, special events, etc.) that regular passengers don'st get, said Chauncey Gloster, the president and owner of Chauncey Gloster Travel.They will have more fun traveling with other members of the organization and also feel less guilty about spending money on travel because they'sre helping a cause that'ss important to them.

There are three sources of funds that a group can benefit from: 1) a fee for each person who takes the cruise; 2) a contribution per participant from the cruise line; 3) funds from the sale of all or part of the Tour Conductor (TC) berths earned by the group.

Following are the top reasons fundraising cruises are a big hit:

1. Superior value - The all-inclusive pricing of cruise vacations include accommodations, meals, 24-hour room service, most onboard activities and top quality entertainment. Cruise ships offer a variety of staterooms to fit any budget and travel needs (http://content.onlineagency.com/c/76/76399/137268_76399.htm). Some cabins have been specially designed to sleep four or more guests. Special suites are available for people who want more room and luxury amenities.

2. Convenient Departure Points - Nowadays, cruise ships are located within driving distance (http://content.onlineagency.com/c/76/76399/534079_76399.htm) or a short flight of many U.S. cities, including Miami, Tampa/St. Petersburg, Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York, Galveston, New Orleans, Boston, Los Angeles and Seattle, among others. Traveling to board a cruise ship has never been easier.

3. Fun, Fun, Fun - There is never a dull moment on a modern cruise ship. Guests enjoy swimming pools and water slides, rock climbing walls, surf riders, ice-skating rinks, roller blade tracks, spa services, kids programs, night clubs, gambling, shopping, dining, libraries, Internet and video arcades, enrichment seminars and guest lecturers, yoga and plenty more. A highlight for many groups is to visit the cruise lines's private islands that dot the Caribbean.

4. Infinite Food - There are plenty of dining choices catering to people of all ages and tastes. Cruise ships have their formal dining rooms, but most also feature more casual restaurants, grills and poolside dining options - plus 24/7 room service. Specialty restaurants founded by some of the world'ss most famous chef'ss are also found on many cruise ships.

Chauncey Gloster Travel is now taking bookings for the 2009-2010 seasons. For more information (http://content.onlineagency.com/index.aspxsite=76399's38;tide=31124's38;last=7751520) or to book a trip for your group, contact Chauncey Gloster Travel at 866-307-1211 today.

Chauncey Gloster Travel (Gloucester,LLC) is designated as an Official Travel Agency Member of Cruise Lines International Association, Inc. (CLIA) and the Cruise Industry.

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