Event Highlights

Some very important notes when considering booking this cruise....

This is not your typical cruise. Guests of the Media Research Center will enjoy informative seminars and extensive interaction with our guest speakers; numerous social events; dining with like-minded fellow cruisers as well as guest speakers; and a wonderful sense of sharing and camaraderie.

In addition to all the wonderful activities aboard the ms Rotterdam and in port, this exclusive Media Research Center event includes

  • Moderated panel sessions featuring our esteemed guest speakers, along with plenty of passenger Q&A.
  • Plenty of chances to meet, schmooze and enjoy personal interaction with our special guest speakers.
  • Exclusive Parties and Dining with our special guest speakers. You will dine with your fellow Media Research Center attendees, so that you have the chance to meet many of your like-minded fellow cruisers.
  • All Gratuities, Taxes, Port Fees Admission to Media Research Center seminars.
  • All MRC Cruise Exclusive Seminars, Events, Dinners & Receptions.
  • Accommodations & All Meals.
  • Most Shipboard activities.
  • A fully escorted cruise.
  • And much more!

Quotes from past cruise guests...

  • "I enjoyed every minute of the cruise. There was excellent interaction with the speakers, the sessions were most informative and I learned more about what MRC does."
  • "We had an amazing time!"
  • "I enjoyed every day!"
  • "I can’t wait to come back on the next MRC cruise. I’m already booked!"
  • "This cruise was a dream come true!"
  • "I really enjoyed meeting the other travelers in our group."
  • "The sincerity of MRC to make us feel as if we were part of what they were doing. That have a voice and are appreciated."
  • "The location, the ship, the speakers...what could be better?"
  • "Excellent seminar presentations, lovely and hospitable ship, and a great group of travel companions."
  • "The sessions were fabulous, the speakers were really friendly but I think enjoyed dinners the most. It was really fun to move around each night and get to know so many people from the group from all over the country. Getting to dine with the speakers really made this trip memorable. Thanks!"

Meet your Event Coordinator...

Your cruise features an event coordinator provided by The Cruise & Vacation Authority. These managers will ensure that every aspect of your cruise is enjoyable. Should you have any problems or issues, please do not hesitate to contact one of these professionals while on board this cruise. A help desk will be scheduled each day.

The Cruise & Vacation Authority is an award winning cruises-only travel agency, based in Atlanta, GA, which specializes in producing large group events. The Cruise & Vacation Authority has received considerable recognition for its focus on customer satisfaction and attention to detail.

Cindy Hoepfner

Cindy has been in the travel business for over twenty years and joined The Cruise & Vacation Authority Group department in 2008. She enjoys working with organizations, meeting people and exploring new travel destinations.

Howard Moses

President of The Cruise & Vacation Authority and a veteran of over 250 cruises; Howard has been in the cruise industry for over 30 years. He is an avid scuba diver and tennis enthusiast. Howard has 2 adult sons.