Luxury Meets Paradise as Cruise Planners Celebrates Elite Advisors in French Polynesia

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. (May 14, 2026) — Cruise Planners, the nation’s largest home-based travel advisor franchise network, invited its top-producing advisors to its annual Elite Summit in French Polynesia aboard Silversea’s Silver Whisper, where they enjoyed a week of luxury, exploration and celebration in one of the world’s most coveted destinations.

Designed as a reward for advisors who achieved Elite status through exceptional performance, the summit—hosted by Cruise Planners CEO and Founder Michelle Fee and Chief Operations Officer Theresa Scalzitti—brought together the company’s top advisors for an experience that celebrated the art of thoughtfully curated travel. The event showcased the trusted expertise of both the Cruise Planners organization and the Silversea team, while underscoring the invaluable role advisors play in crafting extraordinary vacation experiences for their clients.

After arriving in Papeete on April 13, the advisors were welcomed aboard Silversea’s Silver Whisper and immediately immersed in the cruise line’s signature atmosphere of intimate luxury. Throughout the week, advisors explored Bora Bora, Motu Taha’a, Raiatea, Huahine, Moorea and Papeete, sharing unforgettable moments across some of French Polynesia’s most iconic islands.

“This Elite Summit was first and foremost a celebration of our advisors and the incredible work they do every day,” said Michelle Fee, Founder and CEO of Cruise Planners. “There is no better way to understand the magic of a destination than to experience it firsthand, and French Polynesia delivered unforgettable moments our advisors can now share with their clients. We are grateful for our partnership with Silversea, whose exceptional service and luxury experience helped bring this celebration to life in such a meaningful way.”

Advisors also experienced Silversea’s elevated culinary program, from La Terrazza and private island barbecues ashore to La Dame, Silver Whisper’s fine-dining French restaurant. An intimate sommelier-led wine tasting further reflected the culinary sophistication travelers can expect aboard Silversea. 

The days continued with visits to Motu Taha’a’s Faaaha Pier, where advisors discovered Tahitian vanilla and black pearls during a 4WD excursion through the island’s mountainous landscape, as well as Jeep mountain safaris in Bora Bora, shark and stingray snorkeling, lagoon exploration in Huahine and e-bike tours through Faaroa’s sacred gardens. While these moments of bonding and exploration were priceless to the agents, they also offered a deeper connection to the region’s culture, landscapes, and sensory appeal. 

French Polynesia remains one of the world’s most enchanting destinations, offering pristine lagoons, lush volcanic landscapes, warm hospitality and rich cultural experiences. With firsthand experience exploring the region alongside Silversea, Cruise Planners’ Elite advisors are even better positioned to help clients plan elevated, seamless escapes to paradise. For additional information on Cruise Planners, visit www.cruiseplanners.com or www.cruiseplannersfranchise.com.

About Cruise Planners

Cruise Planners was founded in 1994 and is the nation's largest home-based travel agent franchise network. As a leader in the travel franchise industry, Cruise Planners positions a nation-wide network of 3,000 franchise owners for success by providing innovative marketing programs, proprietary and cutting-edge booking and technology tools, as well as professional development and hands-on training with the industry's top executives. The company continues to be an industry leader and was named the No.1 travel franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 18 consecutive years and was awarded by Franchise Business Review as "Best-In-Category" for 3 years.

Cruise Planners received a 99% franchise owner satisfaction report from Franchise Business Review for 2023, 2024 and 2025. Franchise Business Review also ranked Cruise Planners #3 OVERALL on their list of Top 200 Franchises. Cruise Planners was recently featured in Entrepreneur as one of the top 30 franchise innovators in technology, has been consistently named as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses by the South Florida Business Journal, is on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America, and was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces by the Sun Sentinel.

Visit our website, www.cruiseplanners.com, for more information or to view the complete list of awards and honors. For those interested in becoming a franchise owner, please visit https://www.cruiseplannersfranchise.com/.

About Silversea

Silversea is the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, offering guests immersive experiences on all seven continents, personalized service, and an innovative culinary offering aboard its 12 intimate ocean and expedition ships. Silversea's itineraries encompass an unparalleled range of destinations worldwide, from the Mediterranean and the Caribbean to the Galápagos, both Polar Regions, and hundreds of fascinating places in between. Set to strengthen its destination leadership starting in 2026, the brand is developing the southernmost hotel on Earth, The Cormorant at 55 South, in Puerto Williams, Chile – offering guests a uniquely seamless journey to Antarctica. Silversea brings its like-minded guests closer to their destination in uncompromised comfort, championing the joy of travel, an enriching spirit of discovery, and an enduring commitment to Silversea’s signature “To Finding More” promise. Silversea is owned and operated by global cruise company Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL). For more information, visit www.silversea.com. Media can stay up to date by visiting the brand’s press center. 

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