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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings appoints Stella David independent director

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: More News More News; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., the world’s third largest cruise shipping group, said Stella David would be appointed to its board of directors as an independent member as of 1 January, 2017.

“I am delighted to welcome Stella to our board of directors,” said Walter L. Revell, chairman of the Board. “Stella’s experience overseeing a remarkable collection of global spirit brands and with successful marketing and brand building gives her a unique perspective that’s an excellent complement to the diverse talents of our other board members,” continued Revell.

As the former chief executive officer of William Grant & Sons Limited, David was responsible for the growth of the business from 2009 through 2016, with a focus on developing brand awareness, including that of Glenfiddich and Hendrick’s Gin, global expansion into new markets, as well as acquisitions and innovations.

Seabourn appoints Chris Austin Senior Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: More News More News; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Seabourn, the luxury brand in the Carnival Corporation & plc group, said it has named seasoned hospitality executive Chris Austin as Senior Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing.

In the role, Austin will be responsible for Seabourn's overall marketing efforts, brand management, sales, and public relations. "Chris is a perfect fit to lead our global sales and marketing efforts during a period where we are expanding our fleet and overall capacity," said Richard Meadows, president of Seabourn.

Empress of the Seas to operate three cruises to Cuba in Spring 2017

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: More News More News; Published: 09 December 2016 09 December 2016

Royal Caribbean International’s Empress of the Seas will operate three cruises to Cuba from the US in the spring of 2017, the company said in a statement.

The newly revitalised Empress of the Seas will make history for the cruise line with its first visit to Cuba during a five night sailing departing Miami on 19 April 19 The ship will then reposition to Tampa offering two itineraries with calls to Havana. A seven night cruise will depart on 30 April and a five night one on 20 May. These Empress of the Seas sailings are now open for sale.

Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd (RCCL), the parent company of Royal Caribbean International, earlier this week received a permission from Cuban authorities to operate cruises to the country.

Azamara Quest to sail to Cuba in March

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: More News More News; Published: 09 December 2016 09 December 2016

Azamara Club Cruises, the boutique cruise line owned by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCCL), sad its Azamara Quest would operate a cruise from Miami to Cuba in March 2017.

Earlier this week, the RCCL group received green light from Cuban authorities to commence cruises to the country.

“American travelers have long imagined what it would be like to salsa, mambo and rumba the night away in Havana’s many clubs or sit down for an authentic Ropa Vieja (shredded beef) and Moros y Cristianos (rice and beans),” Azamara said in a statement. The tide has turned as. and known for its premier destination-immersive voyages allowing guests to stay longer and experience more, introduces a voyage visiting Havana, Cuba., it added

The Azamara Quest will do a Miami, Florida roundtrip departing on 21 March for a 13-night Azaleas, Bourbon Street and Havana voyage in the Caribbean making Azamara one of the first American luxury cruise lines to visit Havana. The voyage will include visits to Key West, Florida, Tampa, Florida, New Orleans, Louisiana (2 overnights), Cozumel, Mexico and an overnight stay, Azamara concluded.

Pearl Seas Cruises received green light from Cuba

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: More News More News; Published: 09 December 2016 09 December 2016

Pearl Seas Cruises, the boutique cruise line that operates the 210 passenger Pearl Mist cruise liner, said it will be cruising to Cuba from Florida in January 2017. “The line will be among the first to visit the island nation in the new year with a 10 night cruise scheduled to depart Fort Lauderdale on January 17, 2017,” the company said in a statement.

Pearl Seas Cruises will circumnavigate the island, visiting Havana and a host of ports on the southern coast including Cienfuegos, Trinidad, and Santiago de Cuba. "The 210 passenger Pearl Mist will provide a more personalized people-to-people cultural program than the larger cruise ships. The new ship is also fully stabilized and features the latest navigation and safety technology," the company said.

“There is significant demand to visit Cuba on a smaller ship and we are honored to be among the first cruise lines to have access to the country,” said Timothy Beebe, Vice President of Pearl Seas Cruises. The company has 11 cruises planned during January through May next year. Each will be 10 nights in length and will sail round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL.