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... reservation bookings, and cross-sell appropriate add-ons to optimize the travelers vacation ... Cruise America. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: * Greet and assist ...

... reservation bookings, and cross-sell appropriate add-ons to optimize the travelers vacation ... Cruise America. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: * Greet and assist ...

... reservation bookings, and cross-sell appropriate add-ons to optimize the travelers vacation ... Cruise America. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: * Greet and assist ...

... reservation bookings, and cross-sell appropriate add-ons to optimize the travelers vacation ... Cruise America. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: * Greet and assist ...

Travel Concierge

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$37K/yr

... agent positions with sales incentives. * Travel Perks ... Enjoy incredible discounts and great rates on vacations, cruises, and travel experiences.

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How much do cruise reservation agent jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for cruise reservation agent in the United States is $17.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cruise reservation agent?

A Cruise Reservation Agent is responsible for assisting customers with booking cruise vacations. They provide information on available cruise packages, pricing, itineraries, and onboard amenities. Agents also handle reservations, process payments, and address customer inquiries or concerns. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential for this role. Additionally, they may work for cruise lines, travel agencies, or third-party booking companies.

What does a cruise reservation agent do?

A typical day for a Cruise Reservation Agent involves assisting customers over the phone, via email, or through live chat to book cruise vacations, answer questions, and address special requests or issues. Agents collaborate closely with other team members and departments to ensure seamless travel arrangements, process payments, and provide up-to-date information on itineraries, cabin availability, and promotions. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records, managing changes or cancellations, and delivering a high level of customer service throughout every interaction. This fast-paced, customer-oriented role keeps every day interesting and provides the opportunity to help clients have memorable travel experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cruise reservation agent?

To thrive as a Cruise Reservation Agent, you need excellent customer service skills, strong attention to detail, and a background in sales or hospitality, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with reservation booking software, global distribution systems (GDS), and CRM platforms is typically important, and some employers may value relevant certifications in travel or tourism. Outstanding interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, and a positive, patient attitude help agents excel in fast-paced, customer-facing environments. These competencies ensure accurate bookings, high customer satisfaction, and efficient teamwork, which are crucial for the success of a cruise reservations department.

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Ticket Booth Agent - City Cruises Chicago

Hornblower Group

Chicago, IL • On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Other

Posted 29 days ago


Hornblower rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 9 rated cruise lines


Job description

Hornblower Group

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems. Hornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.

Position Summary:

The successful Ticket Office Agent will warmly greet guests and distribute boarding passes, answer questions, diligently collect payments and vouchers, and make reservations while maintaining an upbeat attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Receive passengers and inform them about boarding procedures; print, sort and distribute boarding passes to passengers
  • Address guests by name and recognize their special occasions
  • Explain products or services and prices, and answer questions from customers
  • Collect outstanding balances for reservations, and collect payment vouchers from third party distributors
  • Make and confirm cruise reservations using telephones, faxes, mail, and computers; maintain computerized inventory of available passenger space and provide information on space reserved or available
  • Resolve customer complaints regarding booking, ticketing, and special boarding needs
  • Contact guests about changes to their cruise date, time, or departure location
  • Additional job duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications:
  • Must have a minimum of 1 year customer service experience
  • Required to use computers and computer applications such as Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Must have excellent oral communication skills – expression, listening and comprehension
  • Must be able to read and write English; will be required to enter, transcribe, and/or maintain information such as special requests and cruise manifest information in electronic form
  • Cash handling / basic math skills are required; agents collect money from guests, and return proper change
  • Must meet minimum state age requirements
  • Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable
  • Must possess a service orientation
  • Must be careful about details and thorough in completing tasks
  • Must deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations

The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.


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