Lae Task 1

This is what my most recent vacation was like aboard a cruise that sailed to Mexico. In the past, my vacation was always the same. It consisted of a twenty-one hour drive to Clearwater, Florida and we stayed at the same, beachfront condo with shopping centers directly behind us. It was always nice staying there, but it was the

Summary: The cruise line industry has been experiencing a period of massive expansion over the last decade thus heightening the competitive profile for the industry in terms of market share and competitive rivalry. Now cruise industry is one of the most competitive across all.

* Low price sensitivity: As cruising may be categorized as a luxurious leisure-activity, its target market on average have high annual income of $82,000 - $97,000 with the average age of a cruiser being in their late forty’s. Therefore, they are not as sensitive to pricing, as the price of a cruise vacation is relatively low to the average income of the target market.

“Calgon, take me away!” When I think of an amazing vacation, I have the imagery of a tropical paradise with the waves crashing on the beach and the sound of the wind rustling in the palm trees. That is close to the imagery the Calgon commercial portrayed. Maybe, I am biased to beach vacations because of the commercial. At any rate, I think an ideal vacation would be either a cruise vacation to a tropical locale or an all-inclusive resort vacation on an island. Both offer the sun, the sea, and lots of fun.

I would explain to the department supervisor that the GRRRR technique can give less tension for the staff. I would also add that “The GRRRR for great listening model provides a structured approach to listening, helping to focus on how the message is received as well as its delivery.” (Belcher, 2014). Also, the GRRR technique stimulates discussion and provides a structured approach to listening and allows the staff to clarify concerns and express additional thoughts or recommend or request more information. Finally, I would add that I can also provide written material to all staff or have poster boards in the room to gain their attention and increase their will to listen especially if there will be any type of change involved.

Sole Proprietorship: This is a type of business is where the business and the owner are one in

Sole Proprietorship: A type of business that is owned by and run by one person with no legal difference between the business and the owner. It is easy to form with no cost or time to initiate. It gives the owner the ability to self-govern the business. There are drawbacks; only one owner can be established not allowing a partner. Also, unlimited liability puts the owner’s personal assets in jeopardy with the creditors.

The accompanying steps depict how a customer and a server confirm each other utilizing Kerberos.

The necessity to combine the Utah Symphony and the Opera is based on the ever changing environment that supports the arts community. There have been seismic changes in the economic landscape throughout the entire country over the past few years. These changes have created shortfalls and limitations on external funds donated to help fund the arts in and around the Salt Lake Community.

I am drawn to the thought that vacationing is a way of making everlasting memories, in addition to encountering many diverse cultures around the world.

Describe the different classes of nutrients indicating their functions and needs in the Human body. (LO1.1and 1.2)

With a variety of activities from rock climbing, pools, and casinos, Carnival trips have activities for everyone. Additionally, Carnival recognized the shift in cruise demographics from the start. In the 1970s, cruisers were generally older, however, there was a growing trend of young singles and young families taking cruises. Carnival developed cruises from the start with these new customers in mind.

Cruising has become popular in the UK and throughout the world for holidays. Breaking travel news states that, ‘Cruise holidays are on the rise and the cruise industry seems

Carnival Cruise Lines is the largest cruise company in North America and carries more than 60,000 passengers a week. The Carnival experience is the standard against what past cruisers judge their later cruise experiences. Carnival has captured the "fun" psychographic and has a strong reputation for an enjoyable, relaxed cruise. Furthermore, Carnival has a strong market expansion strategy for selling the mass-market cruise category and first-time cruisers. They have a clear vision and knowledge about the industry and a commitment to their brand essence, which is fun. Also, as an extension to their branding of the "fun" ships they are the low-price leaders. Because of their strong brand image they are able to achieve double-digit growth in

Cruisers who fall under the contemporary segment account for up to 50% of the industry. The psychographic descriptions provided in exhibit eight label them as escapers (30%), souvenirs (10%) and adrift (10%). All three of these groups are similar in descriptive and behavioural characteristics. Being the most significant of