Jim Berra is leaving Royal Caribbean

Jim Berra is leaving Royal Caribbean

Jim Berra is leaving his position as Royal Caribbean International’s chief marketing officer, a position he has held since 2015.  Royal Caribbean said Berra “has had an incredible impact on our brand and organization.”  “From introducing the bold Come Seek marketing campaign…

Launch of the Nebu marks another new luxury river ship on the Nile

Launch of the Nebu marks another new luxury river ship on the Nile

The Nebu entered service on the Nile River in October, adding to the existing 10-vessel fleet of Central Holidays and parent company Sakarra Group International. Designed for the North American market, the ship features four classes of suites: 33 standard suites with…

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection hires Kristian Anderson to head sales

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection hires Kristian Anderson to head sales

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has named industry veteran Kristian Anderson vice president of global sales. Anderson will be responsible for managing all facets of the company’s sales operations, including the development of strategic partnerships with the travel agent community. He most recently…

Windstar introduces inclusive fare

Windstar introduces inclusive fare

Windstar Cruises will introduce an all-inclusive fare for all sailings, a move that aligns Windstar with luxury and premium cruise lines.   All-inclusive pricing will include unlimited wine, beer and cocktails; Wi-Fi; and all gratuities. Previously, Windstar charged separately for those items.  Related:…

Shaquille O'Neal's mom named godmother of Carnival Radiance

Shaquille O'Neal's mom named godmother of Carnival Radiance

Lucille O’Neal, an author, speaker and philanthropist — and mother of Carnival Cruise Line brand ambassador Shaquille O’Neal — has been named godmother of the Carnival Radiance, which is set to debut in December following a $200 million renovation. Carnival changed the…

Carnival, Norwegian restart service from two Fla. ports

Carnival, Norwegian restart service from two Fla. ports

Carnival Cruise Line resumed service this weekend from Tampa, and Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) from Port Canaveral, with both lines at or near half of their fleets resuming service.  The Carnival Pride departed Tampa on a seven-day Western Caribbean cruise stopping in…