People & Opinions

Seatrade Europe attendees learnt today that authenticity and sustainability lead Azamara's and Virgin Voyages' decisions on which ports to visit.

Rune Thomas Ege, formerly with Hurtigruten, signed on with SeaDream Yacht Club as SVP communications.

Helge Grammerstorf, national director of CLIA Germany, will be wrapping up that role Sept. 30 as his SeaConsult business returns to individual projects.

Shipbuilding veteran Cyril Tatar joined Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings as head of newbuild with Robin Lindsay transitioning to special advisor.

Martin Salzedo, who developed and led several cruise lines that operated short sailings between Florida and the Bahamas and was well-liked throughout the industry, died Friday after a battle with cancer. He was 78.

Beth Stolyar joined the Sydney commercial team of Swan Hellenic as sales director, Australia and New Zealand.

Achille Staiano was appointed CCO at Explora Journeys and will report to CEO Michael Ungerer.

What gave Crystal the upper hand in the past was its entertainment, cuisine and service, according to Edwina Lonsdale, managing director of London headquartered luxury cruise agency, Mundy Cruising Ltd.

Carnival Cruise Line appointed Capt. Andrea Catalani, Chief Engineer Vittorino Perasole and Hotel Director Pierre Camilleri as Carnival Jubilee's senior officers.

Carnival Cruise Line named the travel advisors who are semifinalists competing for the top prize in the 'Your Winning Plan' business challenge.