Hi, I’m Rita Perez and I help groups transform their relationships by organizing cruise ship retre Enter: Cruise retreats. Creativity and community flourish.
At RitaVentures, I help mission-driven changemakers empower and inspire their “people” through out-of-the-box, community-building ventures—through cruising! I work with forward-thinking leaders who are ready to make a BIG impact and stand out in their industry. Sure, you could do the same old-same old retreat in a big hotel ballroom or conference center and get good results. But to achieve transfo
rmational results—to truly magnify the impact you’re giving your people—you need to get them out of their comfort zones and exploring, all together. On your ship, assumptions, reservations, and old modes of thinking and doing fall away. You gift your attendees an experience they simply can’t get back at “home”—and a transformation that lasts. Whether you’re an innovative company ready to do retreats differently, or a coach or small business owner seeking to serve your clients in new ways, I’m here to execute your vision with ease. Ready to connect? Let's schedule some time here: https://calendly.com/ritaventures/retreatbrainstorm
**I'm much more active on my Instagram and LinkedIn platforms, so be sure to interact with me over there.
01/22/2024
*Operational Alert*
I'm switching domain providers!
Which means--my website ritaventures.net and [email protected] will be temporarily unavailable for the week, possibly longer.
If you're needing any travel assistance or consultation, I would highly recommend copying [email protected] on all communications, as anything going to [email protected] during this time will be lost.
Feel free to also communicate with me via direct message on any of my social media platforms.
Thanks for your patience during this time, as it's been a while coming, and I'm so excited to make the change :)
Talk soon!
Rita
11/30/2023
I did a thing last year, and I’m still pretty excited about it. ❄️
I’m part of Season 2 of the Anti-Hustle Holiday Series hosted by and you’re invited to Season 3!
🎉 It’s 21 awesome business owners telling stories about their favorite holiday traditions, songs, recipes, memories, pet peeves, or whatever they want to share.
The idea is that you do something fun for yourself and remember to take a needed break this holiday season.
My episode is all about Christmas Vacations, obviously :)
🎧 It’s all audio, so you can just listen to it like you would any other podcast.
Grab your air pods and some hot cocoa and get ready to meet your new business besties. (But save the work stuff for next year.)
Get your ticket at antihustleholiday.com, or comment below for the link.
PS… if you upgrade to the $9 all access pass you get all past (with my episode) and future seasons, and 100% of the profits are being donated to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library! 🎁❤️
03/19/2023
Hungarian Folklore Show aboard the AmaViola
01/18/2023
So why exactly do I prefer facilitating transformations on water as opposed to on land?
I dive in deep on that during the my most recent podcast interview with Jackie Roby of Inspired Journey Consulting and so many other questions!
⚓ Benefits on utilizing the wellness of water for your next retreat
That's how Christmas morning starts out every year with my mom and I.
What traditions do you have celebrating Christmas today, or another holiday at this time of year?
11/24/2022
Grateful for your support of my independent travel business :)
Happy Thanksgiving today and always.
May your hearts and bellies be forever filled.
10/25/2022
Ok, maybe not totally purpose-built for retreats, but this new cruise line IS purpose-built for hosting meetings and events on their ships.
In this episode, I geek out on:
⚓The customizability of these ships
⚓The different types of breakout and community space aboard
⚓Retreat leaders and business owners I think would benefit from these exclusive sailings
⚓and more!
Head to the link in bio to listen, or search for the Cruise Retreat Podcast on your favorite podcast platform to listen in.
Share this post with someone you know who has been thinking of planning their own retreat.
10/25/2022
Cruise Retreat Podcast : Ep 105 A Cruise Ship Made just for Retreats?
10/18/2022
I said what I said!
Hosting a retreat on a cruise ship can be so much more cost effective compared to their land counterparts.
In this episode, I geek out on:
⚓How you as the retreat leader can travel on reduced or complimentary costs
⚓What's included in the cost of the cruise fare (that you won't need to factor in your retreat budget)
⚓How much meeting space does (or doesn't) cost
⚓and more!
Head to the link in bio to listen, or search for the Cruise Retreat Podcast on your favorite podcast platform to listen in.
Share this post with someone you know who has been thinking of planning their own retreat.
10/18/2022
Cruise Retreat Podcast : Ep 104 How Retreats on Cruise Ships can SAVE you Money
10/13/2022
I originally recorded this episode during this past summer, but still feel a lot of the tips and trends will still be relevant for this year's upcoming holiday season.
In this episode, I geek out on:
⚓The burden of staffing in the hospitality industry
⚓Airport travel tips
⚓Planning ahead for travel days
⚓and more!
Head to the link in bio to listen, or search for the Cruise Retreat Podcast on your favorite podcast platform to listen in.
Share this post with someone you know who has been thinking of planning their own retreat.
10/13/2022
Cruise Retreat Podcast : Ep 103 Summer Travel Trends that may be Relevant this Holiday Sesa
09/26/2022
So what exactly can an event on a cruise ship look like?
I dive in deep today during the most recent episode of Trade Show University Podcast with Jim Cermak on this and so many other questions!
⚓ Why I feel hosting events on cruise ships is more cost effective than land events
⚓ What your schedule structure can look like onboard
⚓ How your attendees can connect together and independently
I also geek out over Transcend Cruises and their purpose-built river cruise ships, and give shout out to some of my industry organizations like ASTA - American Society Of Travel Advisor and Cruise Lines International Association - CLIA.
If you have wanted to get in my brain a bit about all the odds and ends of planning your next event, retreat, or group trip on a cruise ship, this is definitely the episode you'll want to tune in.
I will be out of the office starting July 27th and tentatively coming back on August 8th, as I'll be heading into and recovering from surgery.
Thank you so much for your patience during this time.
For the time being, you are more than welcome to schedule a retreat or group trip consult for August, as my calendar is open and up-to-date.
Head on over to the link in bio to get scheduled!
Talk soon!
Rita
06/07/2022
The details are ready!
You've seen me sailing, and now it's time for you to sail with me through...
The South of France!
The Provence Region....and for my wine friends, that means the Beaujolais Wine Region.
To get the details and send in your deposit, visit ritaventures.net/rhoneriver.
And if you have more questions, save Tues, June 14th at 8pm EST in your calendar, as I'll be hosting a Virtual Sip and Sail to discuss all the important details.
Cannot wait to sail with you!
05/18/2022
I had the pleasure of being hosted by Heather Zeitzewolfe on her podcast, Get the Balance Right, for her latest series, From Passion to Profit.
In this episode you'll find me gabbing on:
⚓️ Why I think cruising is the perfect vehicle for your next retreat
⚓️ Why river cruising does NOT have to mean sailing on the Mississippi
⚓️ How important the role of networking has played to truly turn my passion into profit
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Hungarian Folklore Show aboard the AmaViola
Checking out some different river cruise ships while I'm here. What do you think of this one??
Follow me along this week RitaVentures, LLC to learn more about sailing through Europe on a luxury river cruise.
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Let me just tell you, the food aboard, is spectacular!
And fear not, if you're gluten free, vegan, or vegetarian, there are menus created just for you, and they are just as tasty and delicious.
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The Limitless Voyage sails April 14-19, 2023 out of Miami, FL to the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.
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I didn’t know quite what I was in for when I traveled across the Atlantic back in 2010, for the wedding of one of my best friends in Tunisia. But over the next couple of days, my friends showed me what hospitality is really all about.
We landed in Tunisia and were immediately immersed in the culture, as my friend’s soon-to-be husband took us to a local pizzeria and treated us to their specialty, tuna pizza. In the next days of our trip we indulged ourselves in the hammam, traversed the many historical ruins of the UNESCO site of Carthage, and ate and drank sweet bambalouni with authentic tea sprinkled with pine nuts in Sidi Bou Said.
It was the bonds that grew between us and our new Tunisian family, through these enriching experiences, that helped to fill a part of my soul.
Friends who become family; strangers who become friends—this is what group travel is all about.
Since then, that experience has inspired me to become a group travel expert and help you and your group bond deeper than ever. Whether it’s a friend or family group, a group that shares a common bond already such as culinary or crafting, or even corporate retreats or company-sponsored travel events, I have the knowledge to get all the details prepared before you leave.
My commitment to you: To delight your group through rich travel experiences, where they can make deeper connections with each other throughout the journey.
Ready to foster new bonds on your next group trip, whether it’s on the glittering oceans in the new world or through the charming rivers of the historic old world?
Then I invite you to stay connected with me by enrolling in my weekly e-newsletter, which has a plethora of travel tips from both personal experiences and extensive travel education.
And if you’re ready to discuss where you want to take your group next, then let’s schedule your complimentary consultation now!
