Contents 41 A return to
enabling exploration SunStone
43 Meeting expectations on expedition cruises CMI Leisure Management
45 A flexible means of support for cruising Columbia Blue
On-board services
46 An ocean of entertainment opportunities Themed cruises can bridge the gap between a fun time at sea and an unforgettable experience. And as the industry emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic, there will likely be no shortage of choices available on the high seas over the coming year. Martin Morris speaks to Anthony Diaz, CEO of Sixthman, and Chris Hackney, managing director of Cruise TUI UK & I, about the entertainment available for those looking to enrich their cruising with a unique experience.
River cruising
50 Cruise through the beauty of Asia
Prior to the pandemic, more and more cruisers were being drawn to the Mekong’s fascinating network of waterways, offering entry to its astounding natural beauty and its rich cultural heritage. Elly Earls talks to AmaWaterways president Rudi Schreiner and Aqua Expeditions CEO Francesco Galli Zugaro, to find out about the evolution of river cruising in the region, and why the Mekong continues to entice adventurous travellers through a diverse array of itineraries.
Food & beverage
53 An odyssey for the senses More operators are investing in fun and immersive dining experiences to draw travellers to their cruise line, from interactive on-board adventures to once-in-a-lifetime excursions. Elly Earls speaks to Michael Bickel, president and CEO of TableMation Studios, which uses technological
innovation to create a theatrical dining experience for Celebrity Cruises, and Christopher Prelog, president of Windstar Cruises, about creating unique dining environments at sea.
57 The great cruise reunion Seatrade Cruise Global
Ports & destinations
58 Unsung challenges of the Black Sea
The Eurasian sea has long been eclipsed by the Mediterranean to the west, and it hardly helps that nearby regions have often been troubled by war – not least in Ukraine. But with a wealth of natural and historical wonders to explore, could it finally fulfil its potential? Andrea Valentino talks to figures across the region’s cruise industry to understand how far the market has fallen, how operators are adapting to uncertainty and how integration could help the Black Sea rebound.
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