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LOCAL BUSINESSES
Local businesses play a critical role in delivering our signature hometown welcome to cruise guests and crew. As part of the tourism ecosystem, we want to help you find cruise sector success. If you are a local business and would like to learn more about how to create a successful day for a cruise passenger.
ECONOMIC BENEFIT
Each year, the cruise industry supports our local economy with an influx of over $68 million in economic impact.
STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH OUR CRUISE SCHEDULE
CRUISE SCHEDULE ALERTS
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Text the word “CRUISE” to 833-222-1191
CRUISE DAY SUCCESS TIPS
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Consider additional staffing on double and triple cruise days
Bookmark sjport.com/cruise/cruise-schedule for up-to-date schedule, arrival/departure times
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Share cruise tips and tricks while focussing on the importance of positive guest experience
Schedule the Port Saint John team to provide Cruise 101 training for your staff
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Hang a welcome sign on the door
Use your expanded cruise schedule knowledge to surprise and delight
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Stock up on locally made and smaller specialty items. Cruisers love purchasing vacation mementos!
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Consider accepting US dollars as the majority of our cruise guests are coming from the USA
Prepare to explain the current currency exchange rate
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Contact Envision Saint John, Uptown Saint John, or the Port Saint John cruise team to request marketing collateral. Email us at cruise@sjport.com
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Offer free Wi-Fi
Know that often, crew are looking for toiletry items, gifts for family, and a spot to relax
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Share your excitement and favourite recommendations for things to see and do
