Uniting over 300 renowned wedding planners and organisers from all over the world, Cruisesthan 2024 is set to be a groundbreaking event in the wedding planning industry.
The International Congress of Event Industry (ICEI) is organising Crusisesthan 2024, presented by Black Rock Hotels & Resorts, in association with Fort Rajwada Jaisalmer & Wedding Vows. This pioneering event in the wedding industry is going to take place aboard a luxurious cruise from 17th to 20th September, 2024. An exclusive pre-event press conference was hosted by the International Congress of Event Industry (ICEI) to provide comprehensive insight and exciting details about Cruisesthan 2024.
It will be a groundbreaking event in the wedding planning industry, as over 300 esteemed wedding planners from India and all over the world will be joining the event on the lavish cruise. This four day long journey will commence from Singapore, travel through the high seas, visit the vibrant city of Phuket, and return to Singapore. The whole journey will offer an unforgettable, unique, and inspiring backdrop for innovation and collaboration for wedding planners and organisers.
There will be a packed schedule of activities at Cruisesthan 2024. Day 1 will include a welcome dinner, Day 2 will have multiple talk shows and conferences. The BITA Awards for Excellence in the Event Industry will take place on Day 3. And on Day 4, a buyer-seller meet will be organised. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore various entertaining activities, including ziplining, wall climbing, clubbing, swimming in the pool, cruise shows, bowling alley, rope course, mini golf course, water slides, and a foam party.
This never-seen-before event, Cruisesthan 2024, will open new paths for the established and aspiring names in the wedding industry, showing them new ways to plan luxurious weddings to be hosted in the middle of the ocean. Mr. Michael Goh, President of Resort World mentioned how merging the cruise and wedding industries will benefit wedding planners to ideate and execute weddings in the future. He said, “Cruises are no longer just vacations, they are versatile venues capable of hosting grand events, including weddings, conferences, and corporate retreats. The aim is to showcase the immense potential of cruises as spectacular venues for future weddings and conferences. Imagine exchanging vows on the open sea with a backdrop of stunning vistas, or attending a conference while sailing through some of the world’s most beautiful locations. The seamless integration of luxury, convenience, and adventure on a cruise provides an unparalleled setting for memorable events.”
Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Resorts World Cruises, Naresh Rawal talked about their collaboration with ICEI and his vision for this project. “We are honoured to partner with ICEI for Cruisesthan 2024. This event showcases the exceptional capabilities of cruise ships as venues for large-scale, high-profile events. We are excited to offer our world-class amenities and services to ensure a memorable experience for all attendees,” he said.
Gunjan Singhal, one of the organisers of ICEI, talked about the increasing popularity of cruise weddings and the possibilities of the booming industry. He said, “Cruise weddings are becoming increasingly popular, evidenced by high-profile celebrations such as those of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, who are hosting their pre-wedding celebrations on a cruise.”
Cruisesthan 2024 signifies a crucial milestone in the wedding planning industry. Vikrant Jain added, “The innovative concept of hosting this conference on a cruise generates substantial buzz. We look forward to bringing together the brightest minds in the wedding industry for an unforgettable experience in September. The wedding planning industry is booming, with couples seeking unique and memorable ways to celebrate their special day. What is more unique than planning it on a cruise? And, ICEI is committed to ensuring smooth operations and excellent hospitality for all our esteemed wedding planners on board, creating an unparalleled experience for all attendees.”
