The Costume We All Wear: Why Your Team Needs to Take Off Their "Office Masks" (And How Cruise Events Make It Happen)
Your team wears professional "costumes" every day—masks that prevent authentic connection and undermine the very relationships that drive innovation, retention, and performance. Discover why traditional retreats fail to remove these masks and how cruise-based events create the environmental psychology conditions that allow genuine transformation. Learn the science behind why 78% of event benefits disappear within 72 hours and how cruise experiences create lasting change that survives re-entry to the office.
Our Brand-New 7-Day Course: Cruise Confidence for Event Hosts and First-Time Sailors
Empower event hosts to guide nervous first-time cruisers with our 7-day email course. Designed for retreat planners, coaches, and group leaders who want friendly guidance, myth-busting insights, and practical tips that turn uncertainty into confident, smooth-sailing group experiences.
Introducing Quick Dips: Test-Drive Your Next Adventure (No Long Commitment Required)
Discover Quick Dips: 3-4 day curated cruise experiences perfect for professionals scouting group event venues or travelers seeking short getaways. Experience Caribbean cruising without the week-long commitment. Explore ships, assess meeting spaces, and enjoy multiple ports—all designed for maximum experience in minimum time.
🚩 First Mate's Log: Top Cruise Incentives to Motivate Teams in 2026
Discover how Celebrity Cruises, Explora Journeys, and Virgin Voyages are revolutionizing corporate incentive programs in 2026. From Hawaiian getaways to Mediterranean luxury, learn which cruise incentives drive real performance results and create lasting team connections.
Cruise Event Planning 101: What Every First-Timer Should Know
Curious about planning your first cruise retreat for your team or clients? Discover expert tips, avoid rookie mistakes, and find out why group cruises make unforgettable - and surprisingly simple - corporate retreats at sea.
Destination Spotlight: Ultimate Group Cruise Itineraries for Professional Coaches
Experience the power of transformational cruise retreats for professional coaches and podcasters. Discover how group cruise itineraries - like the Corner Office Confidential Podcast Cruise - elevate leadership, connection, and impact. See how Untethered Voyages’ expert planning, custom landing pages, and mobile itineraries create seamless, high-value retreats at sea.
The Five Biggest Mistakes New Retreat Planners Make on Cruise Events (and How the Pros Avoid Them)
Avoid the 5 biggest mistakes new retreat planners make on cruise events. Learn professional strategies, get insider "First Mate's Secret" tips, and discover how to create transformative cruise-based retreats that deliver real ROI. Expert guidance for business coaches, consultants, and organizations planning their first corporate retreat at sea.
🚩 First Mate’s Log: October Trend Watch - Where Are Groups Cruising in 2025/26?
Ready to plan your next group cruise or corporate retreat at sea? “First Mate’s Log: October Trend Watch” breaks down the hottest destinations for 2025/26—think Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska, and more. Discover what’s trending, why groups are loving these sailings, and get expert tips to create unforgettable cruise retreats with Untethered Voyages!
Why October's National Plan a Cruise Month is Perfect for Planning Your Next Professional Event
Discover why October's National Plan a Cruise Month is the perfect time to start planning your next professional retreat or corporate event. Expert planning tips inside.
Small Ship Cruises vs. Mega Ships: Which Is Better for Your Team Building Retreat?
Confused about choosing a small ship or a mega ship for your next corporate retreat at sea? This guide breaks down the key differences for team building, networking, and professional development. Discover which cruise experience delivers the best value, the strongest connections, and the highest ROI for your group - plus real-world cruise line recommendations. Maximize your next company retreat with Untethered Voyages’ expert insights!
The Post-Event Depression Crisis: Why Your PROFESSIONAL Events DIE (And How Cruise EXPERIENCES Fix It)
Discover why 78% of professional event benefits disappear within 72 hours and how cruise experiences create lasting organizational impact. Learn the science behind sustainable events, from the forgetting curve to container theory, and why cruise environments naturally remove barriers that require willpower in traditional settings. Includes research-backed strategies for extending event impact from days to months.
Why 2026 is the Year of the Shorter, More Intentional Retreat
"Discover why 2025 is transforming corporate retreats with shorter, more intentional experiences that deliver measurable ROI. Learn how smart business leaders are moving beyond week-long retreats to focused 2-4 day intensives that respect busy schedules while driving real results. Explore why cruise retreats offer the perfect distraction-free environment for breakthrough business outcomes."
Why Your People Zone Out at Events (And the Science-Backed Fix)
Tired of boring meetings? Discover why the problem isn't your team's attention span—it's neuroscience. Learn how unique corporate events on a cruise ship can unlock creativity, boost engagement, and create breakthrough ideas by leveraging the brain's natural desire for novelty.
The Passport Test: Are Your Leaders Global Citizens?
In today's interconnected marketplace, is your leadership team truly prepared for global challenges? This post uncovers the hidden link between authentic international experience and business success. Discover why traditional retreats fall short and how our innovative, cruise-based approach to international corporate retreats can build the global citizenship and cultural intelligence your leaders need to thrive.
The Friendship Recession is Real - And It's Hurting Your Bottom Line (Here's How to Fix It)
Workplace friendships have declined 65% since 1990, creating a "friendship recession" that's quietly undermining team performance, innovation, and retention. Traditional team building activities aren't solving the problem because they create surface-level bonds, not authentic relationships. Discover why forward-thinking companies are turning to cruise retreats as an unexpected solution for rebuilding the workplace connections that drive measurable business results – and how this approach is transforming company culture from the inside out.
Why Smart Leaders Are Choosing All-Inclusive Transformation
Discover why smart leaders are choosing cruise events over traditional venues for their corporate gatherings. From Norwegian's go-kart tracks and Celebrity's hot glass studios to Disney's Broadway shows and Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Night parties, modern cruise ships offer unparalleled team bonding experiences that would be impossible to coordinate on land. Learn how cruise events eliminate decision fatigue, vendor management headaches, and weather contingencies while delivering transformative experiences your team will talk about for years. Stop planning—start participating in your next corporate event.
The Adults-Only Advantage: Elevating Retreats & Celebrations on the Scarlet Lady
Transform your corporate retreat! Explore why Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady offers the ultimate adults-only experience for group events and celebrations. Unleash productivity and connection with unparalleled dining and entertainment for your team.
How to Be a Respectful Visitor: A Leader's Guide to Responsible Port Community Engagement
Transform your cruise-based business event into a model of responsible leadership. Learn essential strategies for respectful port community engagement that enhance your retreat goals while supporting local economies. From choosing local tour operators in Barcelona to navigating Mediterranean crowds thoughtfully, discover how business leaders can create meaningful experiences that reflect their professional values. Perfect for business coaches, consultants, and organizations planning transformational cruise events that make a positive impact in every port.
The Scouting Report: Princess Cruises Through a Business Event Planner's Eyes
Considering Princess Cruises for your next business event? Our professional event planners spent 10 days aboard the Island Princess evaluating everything from meeting spaces to networking opportunities. Discover the honest truth about what works (seamless embarkation, reliable WiFi, natural networking spaces) and what doesn't (limited breakout rooms, aggressive upselling) for corporate retreats and business groups. This comprehensive scouting report reveals which company cultures thrive on Princess and which should look elsewhere. Get the insider perspective that helps you match your group's needs with the right floating venue.