From April 7-10 in Miami, Florida, the Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence is poised to make a significant impact at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025. As the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) sole training partner, Aquila will demonstrate its superior training skills for destinations and operators with engaging booth activities, impactful mini-training sessions, and comprehensive industry collaboration efforts. The grand unveiling of the 2025 Training Wave Season is scheduled for Thursday, April 10, at the FCCA Booth #1841, featuring innovative programs aimed at enhancing service standards throughout cruise destinations.

Key Events at Seatrade 2025

The Aquila Training Wave Experience

Participants at the event will have the chance to dive into the Aquila Training Wave experience, which includes an interactive photo booth contest with the opportunity to win a complimentary one-hour training consultation.

To participate in the #AquilaTrainingWave challenge, attendees can:

• Snap a photo in the wave-themed photo zone at the booth.
• Post the picture on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Twitter using the hashtags #AquilaTrainingWave or #AquilaBlueWaves.
• Explain their enthusiasm for boosting their destination’s guest experience.

2025 Training Wave Season Kickoff by Aquila

This year’s Training Wave Season will be officially launched by Aquila, a program designed to unite industry frontrunners from essential destinations, shore excursion providers, and other cruise industry stakeholders. These sessions aim to enhance guest experiences, bolster marketing efforts, and ensure sustained success in the cruise industry. These workshops are complimentary for FCCA members and will provide vital expertise on topics such as enhancing destination allure and effective marketing strategies.

Throughout the event, Aquila will also offer mini-training sessions that provide essential insights on:

• Criteria for making a product attractive to cruise lines.
• Effective strategies for handling operational challenges.

Winged Whale Media Collaboration

Aquila is set to announce several new training initiatives, including a collaboration with Winged Whale Media, known for its cutting-edge XR solutions. They will host virtual reality training demonstrations at the booth from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., giving attendees a practical look at advanced destination training techniques. Winged Whale Media excels in using technology to improve training outcomes, enhancing destination interactions with immersive and captivating content.

Whalesong Destination Award Ceremony

On Tuesday, April 8, Aquila will present the Whalesong Destination Award, with the Puerto Rico Tourism Company being the first recipient in 2024. This award honors organizations committed to developing talent and promoting growth in the cruise tourism sector.

Exclusive Destination & Tour Operator Discussions

Aquila will conduct exclusive sessions focusing on innovative destination training methods and new Tour Operator training initiatives. These discussions are tailored for destinations and tour operators eager to improve their service standards.

Attendees are encouraged to embrace the Aquila Blue spirit by wearing Aquila Blue, capture moments at the themed photo spot and enjoy blue-inspired drinks and snacks, including the signature “Aquila Splash.”

With an extensive lineup of training, networking, and brand engagement activities, Aquila’s participation at Seatrade 2025 is set to offer an invaluable platform for professionals in the cruise and tourism sectors.

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