Simplify your cruises with the Train + Cruise combo from Costa
A simplified offer for cruisers
Costa Cruises, one of the world leaders in the cruise sector, recently announced the relaunch of its combined “Train + Cruise” offer for this winter. After the success of the previous edition, which saw thousands of passengers enjoying this convenient formula, the company decided to extend it. The initiative aims to facilitate access to cruises while boosting sales in travel agencies.
What is the Train + Cruise offer?
This offer allows customers to travel by train to the port of Marseille from 14 French cities, with a single fare of 99 € per trip. Transfers to the port are included, which eliminates a considerable part of the logistical hassles often associated with cruise travel. Passengers can thus board the iconic Costa Smeralda and Costa Toscana ships, which stand out for their comfort and onboard innovations.
A stress-free experience for travelers
Aurélie Soulat, sales director France of Costa Cruises, emphasizes the importance of this offer for customers and agencies. By combining transport and the cruise into a single package, Costa removes the usual barriers related to organizing the trip. Customers thus benefit from a seamless experience, where every detail is taken care of by the company.
This formula is particularly attractive for families. For example, a family of four (two adults and two children under 18) can travel together for a total price of 1,734 €, including the cruise on a full board basis, transfers, and the train ticket. This represents an interesting business opportunity for travel agencies looking to attract new customers.
Stackable with other promotions
Another appealing aspect of this offer is its compatibility with other ongoing promotions, such as those for Black Friday. This allows customers to access particularly competitive rates while enjoying quality service. Cruises are offered starting from 499 € per week, thus increasing the attractiveness of the overall offer.
Support for travel agencies
Travel agencies play a crucial role in promoting this offer. By providing a simple and effective sales pitch, Costa helps agents reassure their clients. The fact that everything is taken care of, from leaving home to returning home, facilitates sales and increases customer satisfaction. This turnkey service meets a growing demand for simpler and more accessible travel solutions.
Listening to the needs of travel agents
Costa’s initiative is based on careful listening to feedback from travel agents. Many have expressed the need for complete packages to facilitate sales and reassure clients. Feedback on the first edition of this operation has been very positive, with many agencies reporting that it helped convert hesitant clients into satisfied cruisers.
Sustaining this offer for the future
Costa Cruises plans to continue developing these offers, adapting services to the needs of customers and agencies. The goal is to make cruising accessible to a wider audience while supporting travel agents in their advisory mission.
For more information on Costa’s itineraries and details of ongoing offers, you can visit the official Costa Cruises website at the following address: Costa Cruises.
For those looking to explore the cruise sector further, useful information can be found on CLIA France, which offers a wide range of resources for tourism professionals.
Finally, for travelers interested in rail transport in France, the SNCF website provides information on schedules and bookings.
In conclusion, the Train + Cruise offer from Costa represents a significant advancement for those wishing to discover the world of cruises with ease. It is a great opportunity for travel agencies and a way to make cruises more accessible to everyone.
