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MedCruise participates airport CEO conference to discuss synergies

Details: Written by Kari Reinikainen Kari Reinikainen; Category: More News More News; Published: 14 December 2016 14 December 2016

MedCruise, which promotes the Mediterranean region towards the cruise industry, participated the fourth Airport Chief Executives' Symposium that took place in Athens Greece.

Organised by the Athens International Airport this year’s edition of the platform for the exchange of ideas among high-level airport executives was devoted to the search for synergies between airports and cruise ports and their impact on the destinations they serve, MedCruise said in a statement.

In front of representatives from air transport, but also from the tourism, financial, international banking, and public sectors, Mediterranean ports, presented the value that this collaboration might produce for all parties involved and the broader economy.

MedCruise Secretary General Thanos Pallis, delivered a keynote speech presenting those challenges and opportunities that cruise ports in the Med and airports can address together. He also introduced the findings of the MedCruise fact-finding report “Ports Together” that was published earlier this year, examples of existing initiatives aiming to smooth operations and increase the contribution to local communities.

Following a viable discussion and most interesting panels participants recognised the need for the different cruise stakeholders to set up a cruise supply chain approach and so as to together and achieve desirable, and sustainable growth.

German spy comedy premiered on AIDA ships before Berlin first night

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

A German film will be premiered on the ships of AIDA Cruises next month before the first night in Berlin theatres, the Rostock based cruise line said.

AIDA guests and invited celebrities will get to enjoy an ocean premiere of "Kundschafter des Friedens" - a spy comedy with a stellar cast - will have its first public screening aboard all ships in the AIDA fleet.

At AIDAprima’s Theatrium the red carpet will be rolled out in the early evening on Thursday, 12 January. Actor Winfried Glatzeder - well-known from "Sun Alley," "The Dead and the Living" and other productions - will be coming to Rotterdam for the premiere party.

He will be accompanied by director Robert Thalheim and producer Dirk Engelhardt. In a Prime Time Live special, the Premiere Talk with celebrity guests will be streamed live on Facebook. All three star guests will then stay on board for the trip from Rotterdam to Hamburg where AIDAprima will dock on 14 January.

The movies official premiere will not be taking place until 19 January in Berlin and Essen, followed by its general release from 26 January. "With this unique preview on 12 January, 2017, on board our ships we are once again demonstrating the diversity and exclusivity of our entertainment program," says Borris Brandt, Director Entertainment with AIDA Cruises, and continued: "The chance to experience these celebrities close-up offers our guests unforgettable added value."

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.