Archive for November, 2009

Cruise Ship Gift Shop Department

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

As cruise ships carry passengers to the different parts of the world, every one of them wants a souvenir or two of that place that they have visited. Cruise ships has port of calls where they are scheduled to stay for a while and allow the passengers to do a little shopping and carry a memory or two of the place that they have visited. But not all places that a cruise ship may pass is in the itinerary of a cruise ship, some doesn’t even have ports where cruise ships can dock. That is why cruise lines have made it easier for the passengers to have their souvenirs by setting up gift shops on the ship.23

Offering products and items that can start from a simple souvenirs to useful things that passengers may forget like perfume or personal items, gift shops on board are always ready for the passengers needs. Along with the inclusion of gift shops available on board is the availability of hundreds of cruise boat jobs for those who want to work and travel at the same time. Some of the jobs that they may offer are shop manager, assistant shop manager, and shop assistant or sales associate.

The gift shop department is responsible for the shops that is consist of souvenirs and gift shops, boutique and cosmetics kiosks. Here are the job description of the available cruise jobs for those interested in working on a cruise ship.

Shop Assistant/Sales Associate – answering to the Assistant and Shop Manager, the sales associate has direct contact with the passenger seeking their desires and needs. Experience in customer service is needed and a good communication skill is required as they will be mostly in contact with the customers. With a possibility of promotion to higher level and commission, the associate can earn from 1500 to 2000 dollars a month.

2009 Online Gift Giving Trends

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

Shopping online for a gift has gotten super trendy. There are many reasons that online shopping has become the hottest place to buy a gift, including affordability, easy comparison shopping and easy ordering & shipping at the click of a mouse. Online stores have tapped into this trend and have developed the most creative and well-loved gift giving ideas that incorporate food. Studies have shown that the best gifts are food related and non-gender specific. The highest rated gifts to give and receive are as follows:

Cookie Gift Baskets:24
Sending a gift basket of cookies is virtually the best gift. People of all ages love cookies, and to receive them in a cleverly designed package is perfectly scrumptious. These types of baskets can be sent to college students on their journey away from home, to a loved one just because you’re thinking about him or her, as condolences, just for fun, for special occasions or just to say hello. Cookie baskets can be found in a variety of prices and designs. Several online cookie companies are even changing the definition of a cookie basket to include a sophisticated, boutique-like gift with gorgeous packaging. This is a gift that is guaranteed to bring a smile to the receiver’s face.

Designer Cookies:
Cookies can be designed and arranged in a vast variety of ways. One increasing trend is designer cookies. What I mean by designer cookies is beautifully decorated and handcrafted cookies with your all-time favorite designs/T.V. characters or even a picture of you and your loved one. Personalize your edible gift specifically for your loved one or recipient.

Chocolate Covered Strawberries:
This sinfully sweet gift will definitely be a huge hit. Chocolate covered strawberries have become increasingly popular because they are considered a delicacy. Ordering chocolate covered strawberries is typically a rarity for many people, which makes this the perfect gift. When you receive something to which you don’t normally treat yourself, you know you’ve got the right gift.

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