Dream Vacations/CruiseOne Expands Travel Advisor Education with Enhanced Training Programs and a 2026 Events Calendar to Foster Success in Cruise Tourism Growth

Published on December 8, 2025

Dream Vacations/CruiseOne continues to up the ante in support of travel advisor education, announcing new and enhanced training programs, as well as an exciting 2026 events calendar. To that end, the AI Assistant Learning Center has been revamped with the integration of AI into learning experiences that will better position advisors with real-world sales tools, including airfare bookings, shore excursions, and product matching, among other key components specific to cruise tourism.

Enhanced Curriculum to Support Advisors in Cruise and Leisure Tourism

The expanded curriculum includes several key programs designed to guide advisors through their entire career journey. From new advisors just starting out to advanced industry professionals, the following programs are available:

• Business Intensive
• Cruise Control Intensive
• Foundation and Masterclass Series

These courses are specifically designed to support advisors from their first booking through advanced business growth, with a particular focus on cruise tourism and leisure travel. The new curriculum also includes expanded destination certifications, such as the newly launched Caribbean, Alaska, and Hawaii certifications, along with upcoming programs for 2026:

• AI Decoded: Expert Knowledge for Everyday Innovators
• AI Unlocked: Foundations for the Future
• Europe Travel Certification
• Travel Fraud Awareness & Prevention
• Launch Your Own Travel Club: Build Loyalty, Boost Bookings & Create Community

These programs will help advisors stay ahead of emerging trends in cruise tourism and the travel industry, providing them with the skills to enhance their sales strategies, deepen client relationships, and stay competitive in an ever-evolving market.

A Busy 2026 Event Calendar: Fostering Collaboration and Innovation in Cruise Tourism

In addition to the training programs, Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is prioritizing collaboration and connection with a packed lineup of 2026 events. These events are designed to inspire franchise owners, travel advisors, and industry professionals by fostering collaboration, sparking new ideas, and empowering participants to elevate their businesses—particularly in cruise tourism.

Events for 2026 include six regional trainings across the United States, providing opportunities for hands-on learning and networking:

• Fort Lauderdale Regional Training
• Austin Regional Training
• Philadelphia Regional Training
• Phoenix Regional Training
• Kansas City Regional Training
• Virtual Regional Training

Alongside these regional events, Dream Vacations/CruiseOne has scheduled specialized summits aimed at various niches within the travel industry, particularly cruise tourism:

• River Summit aboard Viking River Cruises (Mainz to Amsterdam)
• Luxury Summit at The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
• MarTech Summit
• Groups Summit
• Land Summit at Princess Grand Jamaica

These events will allow participants to learn from industry leaders, deepen their expertise, and gain insights into current and future tourism trends, particularly in the growing cruise tourism sector.

2026 National Conference Aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas

A highlight of the 2026 calendar is the National Conference, which will take place aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas. This event will provide franchise owners and travel advisors with the opportunity to network and engage in high-level discussions, all while experiencing the luxury and amenities of a Royal Caribbean cruise. This immersive event underscores Dream Vacations/CruiseOne’s commitment to providing top-tier education and opportunities for personal and professional growth in the cruise tourism sector.

Future Tourism Impact: Empowering Travel Advisors for Cruise Tourism Success

Dream Vacations/CruiseOne’s focus on travel advisor education is expected to have a lasting impact on both the advisors’ careers and the broader travel and cruise industry. By providing an expanded suite of training programs and hosting industry-leading events, the franchise is setting a new standard for education in the cruise tourism sector.

With an emphasis on AI-powered learning tools, destination expertise, and innovative networking events, Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is helping travel advisors stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. This approach not only ensures professional success for advisors but also supports the growth of the global cruise tourism industry, creating a stronger, more connected travel network for the future.

A New Era of Travel Advisor Education and Cruise Tourism Growth

The expanded training programs and 2026 event calendar from Dream Vacations/CruiseOne are a testimony to the company’s commitment to offering the necessary support so that its travel advisors could become long-term successes. Focused on education, collaboration, and innovation, the company is setting the stage for a new era in the segments of luxury travel and cruise tourism that will keep up the momentum of growth for the travel industry in the years to come. Whether it be through personalized learning, immersive events, or strategic networking, Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is helping advisors take their businesses to the next level.