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The most popular client segments continue to be
couples, seniors and empty nesters. However,
there’s an opportunity in the nuclear family, Millen-
nial and solo traveler segments that are going to
see a climb in the coming few years.
3
On the supplier side, changes are being made to
attract a newer crowd. Cruise lines are changing
the ships to create less formal spaces with open
dining, fewer or no formal nights, and a more
relaxed atmosphere compared to the opulence
that’s associated with cruise lines.
One agent said, “There needs to be more rates
for solo/single travellers. It is a crying shame that
you do not have that, as you are missing out on
a big market.” Other advisor recommendations
were to make travel groups for members of the
LGBTQ community as well.
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https://www.travelmarketreport.com/NicheLuxury/articles/What-Solo-Travelers-Want-and-How-to-Book-It
TRENDS IN THE CRUISE SEGMENT
Most likely Somewhat likely Don’t sell
CRUISE SALES OUTLOOK BY CLIENT SEGMENTS
Couples
Seniors
Empty nesters
Multi-generational family
Luxury/affluent
Leisure group travel
Nuclear families
Millennials
Solo travelers
Affinity/Clubs
Students/Gen Z
Incentive/Conference groups
85%
79%
76%
63%
55%
54%
43%
43%
43%
28%
18%
15%
13%
18%
20%
32%
34%
31%
36%
46%
47%
39%
43%
28%
2%
3%
4%
5%
11%
14%
21%
10%
10%
33%
39%
57%