Cruises/Expert Profile
Expertise
I've traveled on over 40 cruises and have experienced a wide variety of cruise lines and ships.
Experience in the area
I've been the National Sales Consultant for Expedia CruiseShipCenters Canada for 8 consecutive years. I have also won numerous top sales awards with such suppliers as Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line and Holland America Line. In January 2004 I purchased my own Expedia CruiseShipCenters office in Vancouver. I have cruised over 40 times on numerous cruise lines including Princess Cruises.
Publications
Vancouver Sun
Education/Credentials
MCC (CLIA's Master Cruise Counsellor Certification); Certified Alaska Specialist; Tahiti Tiare Agent
Awards and Honors
I've been the National Sales Consultant for Expedia CruiseShipCenters Canada for 8 consecutive years. I have also won numerous top sales awards with such suppliers as Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Costa Cruises, and MSC Cruises.
What do you like about this subject?
I enjoy reading, talking and taking cruises!
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I am currently enrolled in the Elite Cruise Counsellor Certification course.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| peter cox | 01/07/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | cool thanks |
| anthony | 05/31/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Heather | 04/10/08 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the advice. I will ..... |
| Marlene R. Johnson | 03/29/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Great, she got back to me immediately!!! ..... |
| Marlene R. Johnson | 03/29/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I expected as much, but the timing ..... |
Recent Answers from Denise Blackmore
2008-12-06 Honemoon Cruise:
Hi Veronica, I just returned from a cruise onboard the Freedom of the Seas November 16, 2008. It was a great cruise and I'd recommend it. The ship has many activities for adults and children. I did
2008-11-06 cowboy johnny sings elvis:
Hello John, Unfortunately, I don't personally book for the entertainment onboard cruise ships. I would recommend visiting the cruise line websites and looking for an employment link at the bottom of
2008-05-19 cruise:
Dear Denise, I would suggest having your doctor type a letter stating your condition, how far along you are, etc. Make sure it is signed and on letterhead with his office details. Send a copy of this
2008-04-09 Mediterannean:
Hi Heather, Yes, it is possible to visit these places on your own. Corfu, Dubrovnik and Monte Carlo I've actually visited on my own from a ship and it was very easy to do. I would suggest learning
2008-03-28 repositioning cruises:
Hi Marlene, Yes, repositioning cruises are usually great deals. Typically 2 months prior to sailing is when those low rates come available for the repositioning cruises. I suggest creating a relationship
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