Group Cruises

Escape with your best friends, get together for your high school or college reunion, get married onboard of a ship, share an interest with likeminded individuals, or hold an unforgettable meeting, conference or incentive cruise.

As certified cruise specialists, the Chicago travel experts of Q Cruise + Travel have planned many group cruises.  Give us a call so we can discuss your specific needs.

Why a group cruise?

There are many types of groups, of many sizes, but here are some of the main reasons why our clients decide to take their group to water, rather than stay at a land-based facility:

• Cruise ships sail in a wide range of destinations around the world, on rivers and on oceans.  They have one thing in common: there is always an interesting, new place to see.
• The wide range of accommodation in the ship, from compact inside rooms or even single occupancy rooms through the most lavish suites, you’ll likely to find something to suit everyone’s budget.
• While many hotels or resorts charge extra for meals, entertainment, fitness center usage – all are already included in your cruise fare.
• Cruise ships offer a variety of lounges, meeting rooms and theatres, often with audio-visual equipment, so if you need space to meet, it can be arranged – and included in your fare.
• There are many themed cruises, with likely a theme that interests your group. To give you some ideas, how about a river cruise or ocean cruise with special focus on cooking or culinary skills; wine; beer; chocolate; bridge; yoga; fitness and health; history; geography; astronomy; ballroom dancing; mahjong; quilting; crafts; music; religion and more?
• There is no need to arrange (or pay for) evening entertainment: your cruise already includes it.

Types of Group Cruises

Here are some of the most popular group types for which we can arrange your cruise:

• Family cruises, family reunions or multigenerational groups
• Shared interest cruises: culinary cruises, wine cruises, genealogy, quilting and handicraft cruises, bridge and cards, ballroom dancing, Jewish heritage cruises, jazz music and more.
• Fundraising cruises: enjoy a cruise while raising money for your favorite charity or cause
• Meetings and conventions
• Incentive groups to reward your top sales person, reward employees, and more
• High school or college reunions to get together with your old friends.