Survey - Run The Seas

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1. Which statement best describes you today?

I currently run or run/walk for exercise or events

I currently walk for exercise or events

I do not currently run or walk for exercise

I do other cardio activities for exercise

Comments (optional)

2. Which organized distances have you completed? Select all that apply.

1K fun run or walk

10K

10K Walk/Run during the Half Marathon

1K Speed Demon Race

Half marathon

I am interested in the cruise experience but not an organized race

2. If Run The Seas offered activities for every fitness level, what would you consider participating in?

1K social walk

1K Family Fun Walk/Run

Untimed 5K walk

Timed 5K walk

A second 5K walk at the same location while the half marathon is taking place

Short scenic walks at cruise destinations

Cheer squad or race volunteer experience

I would prefer not to participate in a physical activity

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3. Which events would you most likely enter during a Run The Seas cruise?

1K Family Fun Walk/Run

1K Speed Demon Race

Timed 5K

Timed half marathon

Captain’s Challenge: 1K, 5K and half marathon

Recreational group runs

I would attend but might not participate in a race

3A. How important would it be to you for the 5K run to be professionally timed?

Extremely important

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

Not at all important

3. A dedicated 5K walking event would make this cruise more appealing to me.

Strongly agree

Agree

Neither agree nor disagree

Disagree

Strongly disagree

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4. How appealing would it be to complete a timed half marathon at a beautiful port destination as part of a seven-night cruise?

Extremely appealing

Very appealing

Somewhat appealing

Not very appealing

Not at all appealing

4. While runners complete the half marathon, which alternatives would interest you?

A separate 5K walk

A scenic 10K walk

Guided island or destination tour

Beach and wellness experience

Volunteer or cheer-zone experience

Cooking, cultural or photography activity

Spa or relaxation package

Shopping excursion

Free time to choose my own activity

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5. Which activities would make you feel that Run The Seas was designed for you too?

Fitness, Wellness and Personal Growth

Walking and general fitness sessions

Yoga, stretching or mobility classes

Nutrition and wellness presentations

Speaker on mental health

Speaker on living with a runner (funny)

Speaker on aging with dignity

Learn how to use your phone

Travel, Culture and Learning

Destination and cultural presentations

Retirement and travel lifestyle seminar

Travel tips seminar

Packing Like a Pro seminar

Travel book club

Shopping insider session

Creative and Social Experiences

Entertainment and social gatherings

Crafts, games or workshops

Dedicated companion social group

Photography experience

Sunrise photography cruise walk

Paint the Sea art session—all supplies included

Coffee or tea masterclass

Wine tasting

Exclusive Voyage Partner and Ship Experiences

Behind-the-scenes ship tour

Voyage Partner luncheon

Exclusive Voyage Partner excursion

Meet the captain or a senior officer

Meet the dancers, cast or crew

Behind-the-scenes culinary tour

5. Which pre-cruise running support would be valuable to you?

Free 12-week live online group coaching program

Training for a Half Marathon

Intermediate half-marathon plan

5K training plan

Private online runner community

Private one-on-one coaching for an additional fee

I would not need training support

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6. What would most likely prevent you from joining a Run The Seas cruise?

I would feel the cruise was designed mainly for runners

Not enough activities for walkers or non-runners

Total price

Health or mobility limitations

Seasickness or concern about cruising

No suitable travel companion

The destinations or itinerary

Other

6. Which features would be most important to you? Select all that apply.

Professionally timed races

Exclusive luxury medals and trophies

Official race shirts and merchandise

Professional race photographs

Awards celebration

Running and wellness presentations

Group runs aboard the ship or at port

Family and companion activities

Comments (optional)

7. What would be your biggest concern about booking a running cruise?

Total price

Travel costs to the departure port

Being able to complete the race

Finding someone to travel with

Having enough activities for my companion or family

Other

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8. How interested would you be in a seven-night Run The Seas cruise?

Extremely interested

Very interested

Somewhat interested

Slightly interested

Not interested

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9. Who would most likely travel with you? Select all that apply.

Spouse or partner

Friend

Running-club member

Adult family members

Children or teenagers

I would travel alone

I am unsure

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10a. How many people, including you, will be in your travel party?

10. Which option would best describe your likely cabin?

Two runners

One runner and one walker

One runner and one non-participant

Two walkers or non-runners

Family with a mixture of runners and non-runners

Solo traveller

Unsure

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11. How many cruises have you taken previously?

None

2–5

6–10

More than 10

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12. Which type of cabin would you prefer, knowing these choices are listed from lowest to highest price?

Interior cabin — no window

Interior-view cabin — window overlooking an indoor promenade

Ocean-view cabin — exterior window, no balcony

Balcony cabin — private outdoor balcony

Suite — larger premium accommodation and balcony

Unsure

Comments (optional)

13A. Which departure region would you prefer?

Florida

Los Angeles

New York

Canada

No preference

14. When would you be most likely to travel? Select all that apply.

Winter

Spring

Summer

Fall

No preference

Comments (optional)

Your All-Inclusive Experience Includes:

All Included:

Free WiFi

Water &
Hydration

Coffee & Tea
Package

Port Fees

Taxes

All Gratuities

Expected Price

15. Based on everything included — 7-night cruise in a balcony stateroom, all three races, 12-week coaching program, all onboard events and entertainment, WiFi, gratuities, taxes, and the inaugural finisher medal — what would you expect a package like this to cost per person? (Select one.)

$2,499–$2,999 per person

$3,000–$3,499 per person

$3,500–$3,999 per person

$4,000–$4,499 per person

$5,000 or more

Comments (optional)

Your All-Inclusive Experience Includes:

All Included:

Free WiFi

Water &
Hydration

Coffee & Tea
Package

Port Fees

Taxes

All Gratuities

Booking Intent

16. If a package like this were offered at $3,499 USD per person (double occupancy, balcony stateroom, all-inclusive as listed above), how likely would you be to book? (Select one.)

Definitely — I'd book as soon as reservations open

Very likely — I'd seriously start planning for it

Maybe — depends on timing and finances

Unlikely at this price

Not interested regardless of price

Comments (optional)

17. Races & Running Experiences

Which races and running experiences would you be most interested in?

Signature Experience

A Legendary Running Icon to Coach You Through Race Week (Training Runs, Hosted Dinners & Presenting Your Medal)

Races — Pick Your Distance

Half Marathon at a Tropical Destination (Timed — Signature Race)

10K at a Tropical Destination (Timed)

5K at a Tropical Destination (Timed)

5K at Sea (Timed — On the Ship Track)

The 5K Double (Race Both: 5K at Sea + 5K at a Tropical Destination)

1K Family Fun Walk — On the Ship

1K Family Fun Walk at a Tropical Destination (Follows the Timed Races)

1K Sprint Challenge (Timed — On the Ship)

Training & Coaching

12-Week Pre-Cruise Guided Coaching Program

Daily Coach-Led Runs & Shakeout Walks

Sunrise Beach Walk / Run

First-Timer Half Marathon Training Group

Recovery & Race-Day Support

Ocean-Deck Sunrise Yoga & Guided Meditation

Guided Meditation & Breathwork

Morning Stretch & Mobility Class

Race Expo — Gear, Sponsors & Partner Booths

Exclusive Run The Seas Finisher Medal for Every Race

Live Race Tracking Dashboard for Family & Friends

Age-Group Awards

Professional Race Photography Package (Start, Course & Finish)

Signature Half Marathon Finish-Line Celebration & Medal Presentation

Finisher Photo Booth & Medal Portraits

Comments (optional)

18. Activities, Social Events & Entertainment

Which activities, social events and entertainment would you be most interested in?

Welcome, Community & Social

VIP Welcome Reception & Sail-Away Party

First-Timer Meet-Ups (First Cruise or First Half-Marathon)

Solo Traveller & Run Club Communities Gathering

Family & Kids Mixer

Companion Walking Group (For Non-Runners & Family)

Evening Entertainment

How to Live with a Runner (Stand-Up Comedy Night)

Run The Seas Interactive Game Show Night (Runner-Themed Teams)

Chasing Joy — A Comedy Set on Life, Running & Everything In Between

Trivia Night — Marathon Majors & Pop Culture

Private Musician Performance (RTS Group Only)

Creative & Interactive

Paint the Sunrise Live (Interactive Creative Experience)

Sunrise & Destination Photography Walks

The Athletic Silhouette: Interactive Dress-For-Your-Body-Type Show

Cheer Sign-Making for Race Day

The Chromatic Signature: Live Color Analysis with Audience App Voting

Behind the Scenes — How a Cruise Ship Actually Runs

Photo Contest — Upload Your Best Shots, Everyone Votes

Optional Excursions

Celebrations

Awards Night Celebration (Signature Closing Evening)

Private Beach Party with Fireworks at the Tropical Destination

Culinary & Team Challenges

MasterChef at Sea Challenge (Live Game Show Format)

Carb-Loading Pasta Masterclass (With the Executive Chef)

Kaito Sushi Showdown (Hands-On Rolling Contest)

Recovery Smoothie Battle (Post-Race Blend-Off)

Cooking Demonstration with the Ship's Chef

Race-Fuel & Healthy Cooking Demonstration

Sports & Recreation

Pickleball Lightning Tournament (Bracket Tournament, Live DJ)

Lucky Strike Bowling Tournament (Lightning Frame Elimination)

Cornhole Championship (Outdoor Aft Pool Deck)

Deck 16 Basketball Knockout (Sportsplex Shootout)

Comments (optional)

19. Keynote Speakers & Presentations

Which keynote speaker topics and presentations would you be most interested in?

Running & Performance

Race-Day Strategy: Pacing, Nerves, & Finishing Strong

Training Smarter, Not Harder for Busy Corporate Professionals

Injury Prevention & Lifetime Running Longevity Techniques

Strength Training for Runners

Recovery — Sleep, Rest Days & Avoiding Overtraining

Fueling Strategy — Nutrition Before, During & After the Race

Running Tech, Wearables & AI Training

Women's Health Series

Menopause, Perimenopause, & Midlife Athletic Wellness

Hormones, Health, and High-Performance Fueling for Active Women

Strength, Structural Movement, & Bone Health for Female Runners

Women's Mental Health & Wellbeing

Nutrition for Active Women

Intimacy & Sexual Wellness in Midlife

Women's Wellness Panel & Fireside Conversation

Reinventing Yourself in Midlife

Living Longer, Living Better Series

Running After 40 / 50 / 60 — Adjusting as You Age

The Science of Longevity — Healthspan vs. Lifespan

Strength & Muscle Preservation As We Age

Exercise as Medicine

Heart Health — The Numbers Everyone Should Know

Sleep — The Overlooked Longevity Tool

Men's Health & Longevity

Sexual Health & Longevity (Couples Welcome)

Race-Day Health & Safety — Heat, Hydration & Warning Signs

Open Medical Q&A with RTS Nurse / Doctor

Mind, Motivation & Life

Mental Toughness: Cultivating Discipline & Getting Through the Wall

Bouncing Back — Bad Races & Setbacks

Why We Run — What Running Teaches Us About Life

Travel & Lifestyle

Building Your Race Bucket List

Travel Health — Medications, Jet Lag & Staying Well

Tech, Photography & Social Media

Phone Camera Techniques — Get the Most Out of What You Already Have

Master Your Phone — Settings Most People Never Find

AI — Where It's Going (Plain-Language Presentation)

Social Media — Posting, Short Videos & Reels

Inspiration, Community & Entertainment

Real Runners, Remarkable Stories

Ask the Coaches — Live Expert Panel

Solo Traveller — Roommate Matching

If you'd be traveling solo: would you be interested in an optional roommate-matching program (same-sex pairing) to share a cabin and split the cost?

Yes — match me with a roommate

Maybe — tell me more

No — I'd book my own cabin

Not applicable — I wouldn't travel solo

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THANK YOU Thank you for completing the first part. Your input is really important to us. We have just a few more important questions that will help us tailor the Run The Seas experience to the interests and needs of our future guests. This is strictly a research survey. At no time will you be asked to purchase anything.

20. What is your age range?

Under 25

25–34

35–44

45–54

55–64

65–74

75 or older

Prefer not to answer

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21. How do you describe your gender?

Woman

Man

Non-binary

Prefer to self-describe

Prefer not to answer

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22. What is your approximate annual household income?

Under $50,000 USD

$50,000–$74,999 USD

$75,000–$99,999 USD

$100,000–$149,999 USD

$150,000–$199,999 USD

$200,000–$299,999 USD

$300,000 USD or more

Prefer not to answer

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