People & Opinions

American Queen Voyages is branching into the expedition cruise sector, Variety Cruises is aiming towards cryptocurrency and Windstar Cruises has successfully concluded an ambitious stretching project across its fleet.

Sarah Wikevand, MD of UK-based cruise retailer ROL Cruise, has been named godmother of Emerald Azzurra and will christen the vessel on May 28 in Venice.

MSC Cruises USA appointed industry veteran Lynn Torrent as EVP and chief commercial officer, while EVP/COO Ken Muskat will leave the company and Suzanne Salas and Albino di Lorenzo were promoted.

Scenic Group has appointed Louise Tansey as sales manager responsible for agent sales for the central UK region.

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators appointed Tudor Morgan of Hurtigruten Expeditions as its new chair.

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6), Norwegian Cruise Line relaunched its 'Norwegian’s Giving Joy' recognition program.

Frank Del Rio's 2021 compensation totaled nearly $19.7m, compared to $36.4m the year before and $17.8m in 2019.

Capt. Hernan Zini, a highly respected Royal Caribbean Group veteran who brought out Allure of the Seas then held key roles shoreside, is leaving.

Mark Tamis, SVP hotel operations, is leaving Royal Caribbean International and will be succeeded by Sean Treacy, with Bert Hernandez taking over the SVP international role.

Michael Heath, who has replaced Monique Ponfoort as CEO for Aurora Expeditions, will take up his new position on June 1.