WHAT I DID

You were about to ask “What did you do?” So I made you a checklist. 

CHALLENGE

Royal Caribbean’s CruiseTours, offering guided city tours before returning to the cruise ship, struggled to resonate with the retiree demographic. Many potential customers were hesitant to explore unfamiliar destinations without a sense of familiarity and reassurance.

INSIGHT

Retirees respond positively to in-person engagement and storytelling that highlights safety, enjoyment, and personal connection. A relatable narrative could help alleviate fears and build interest in CruiseTours.

OPPORTUNITY

To create a unique, engaging experience that addressed retirees’ concerns and showcased the benefits of CruiseTours in a memorable way.

SOLUTION

I developed and produced a 60-minute play featuring actors portraying a couple sharing their positive experiences with CruiseTours. The play incorporated Photoshopped “vacation” photos to enhance the storytelling, creating a vivid and relatable depiction of the CruiseTours experience. A professional New York theater director was brought in to ensure high-quality production and audience engagement.

RESULTS

  • 30% Increase in CruiseTour bookings among retirees.
  • Successfully reshaped audience perceptions, presenting CruiseTours as safe, enjoyable, and enriching.
  • Fostered stronger connections with the retiree demographic, leading to increased interest and brand loyalty.

WORK