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Holland America’s Rotterdam – page 8

NCL’s Norwegian Prima – page 14

P&O UK’s Iona – page 12

Cruising Underway Editors Say – page 3

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JUNE 2021 ISSUE 131 PRICE $10.60 (INCL GST) Holland America’s Rotterdam – page 8 As this issue is going to print there is much happening in the world of cruising! Overseas the Mediterranean, Alaska, UK and now the USA have many cruises underway, some being test cruises. Cruise companies have released plans of where their ship will be. Both NCL’s Norwegian Prima – page 14 RCI and Dream Cruises have had to reduce their operations out of Singapore because of Covid, however they are still cruising. Both companies have announced

P&O UK’s Iona – page 12 plans for cruising from Hong Kong. As you read this edition there is the possibility that some of these cruise plans may have altered in this ever changing environment – last issue we published the world wide planned schedules of the cruise lines. Some are underway, others cancelled.

Cruising Underway Editors Say – page 3 No doubt it is very encouraging that progress is being made.

Featuring a comprehensive coverage of Global Cruising www.cruisingnews.com 1 for Cruise Passengers, the Trade and the Industry www.cruisingnews.com and New Zealand are awaiting positive signs for the return of the “big Front Cover – Photo from Holland America, ships” to the region. There has been limited small ship cruising in both countries. P&O UK and NCL CLIA ups pressure with new Ready, Set, Sail campaign – Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has stepped up its fight for a resumption of Far East Adventures...... 4 cruising in Australia, issuing a call for travel industry supporters to join its Dine My Way...... 5 Ready, Set, Sail campaign. The initiative is targeting travel agents, industry 65 Day Grand Pacific Voyage 2022. . . . . 5 stakeholders and other members of Australia’s extensive cruise community, New Disney Wish...... 8 urging them to raise their voice and place new pressure on state and federal Oceania Unveils Enhancements...... 13 parliamentarians. Designing a Hotel for the Sea ...... 15 To drive the campaign, CLIA has created a new online action centre at Countdown to launch www.ReadySetSail.com.au, allowing supporters to message politicians quickly and ...... This Edition This of MSC Seashore 16 easily. With a few clicks, users can generate instant emails to local MPs and key Special Event Cruises...... 18 Ministers or personalise a message to tell of their own story and circumstances. TT Line Next Generation ...... 22 CLIA Managing Director Australasia Joel Katz said the Ready, Set, Sail campaign aimed to reinforce the cruise industry’s lobbying efforts and highlight the impact the cruise suspension has had on thousands of Australian businesses and workers. Mr Katz said. “More than 18,000 jobs are in jeopardy and thousands of local businesses are at serious risk. The suspension of cruising has already cost Australians more than $5 billion and we can’t stem further losses without government action.” “The personal messages of Australian supporters would help demonstrate the extent of community backing for cruising and the number of people whose livelihoods are at risk. This would reinforce the ongoing discussions taking place between CLIA and governments as the industry works towards revival” Mr Katz Pacific Dawn Saved said. 10 CLIA and its cruise line members are calling for governments to agree upon a detailed framework for cruising’s resumption, backed by the industry’s extensive new global health protocols. The cruise industry is pushing for the implementation of these measures as part of a phased resumption that begins with domestic cruising for Australians only, within an Australian bubble. To join the Ready, Set, Sail campaign, visit www.ReadySetSail.com.au and use the template to reach MPs. Last issue we published information pertaining to cruising from Venice. In a major turn MSC Orchestra recently arrived and departed from Venice via the Giudecca Canal and Costa Deliziosa and other ships are scheduled in coming weeks. Despite Government plans it appears that cruising from Venice will continue for the time being. Demonstrations have occurred regarding the return New Carnival Livery of the ships. 12 Finally we bid farewell to a great ambassador for the Cruise Industry with the Effortless, Enjoy everything from TrulyTouchlessTM experiences, death of actor Gavin MacLeod who starred as Captain Merrill Stubing on the hit to locating your loved ones anywhere on the ship, as TV show “The Love Boat” and served as Princess Cruises’ global ambassador for well as enhanced service like having whatever you 35 years. He and the Love Boat crew introduced so many people to the exciting and enjoyable World of Cruising. See Page 29. personalised need, delivered. You can enjoy the convenience and connectedness of MedallionClass no matter where you Let us hope there will be positive news to report in our next issue in August. holidays with sail, as the technology will be available on all ships in Please keep safe! the Princess global fleet upon resumption of service. Kerry & John Treacy TM Stay connected and spend more time doing what you MedallionClass love on a Princess MedallionClass holiday. This magazine has been produced in a controlled Celebrity Beyond environment – Once received dispose of the plastic wrap 26 responsibly and immediately wash your hands.

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117_PC - Cruising News.indd 1 31/5/21 1:40 pm Far East Adventures on Wonder Of The Seas Revealed Royal Caribbean International has Wonder will transition to warmer announced that Wonder of the Seas, climates and homeport in Hong Kong, the latest evolution of the revolutionary November 2022 through January Oasis Class, will set sail from Shanghai 2023, to offer highly anticipated and Hong Kong, China in 2022 on Christmas and New Year’s holiday thrilling 4 to 9 night adventures through sailings to several ports of call. Part of the Far East to the best of Japan and the destination lineup are Chan May, more. Currently under construction in Vietnam; Busan and Jeju, South Korea; Saint-Nazaire, France, Wonder will be Kochi and Okinawa, Japan; and the world’s largest cruise ship and the Taipei, China. first of its kind to call China home when With a gross tonnage of 236,857, “China continues to be one of the it arrives in March 2022. the ship is 362 meters long and 64 most important parts of the world for meters wide, and it features a total On the horizon for vacationers Royal Caribbean. We have won the with their sights on a getaway of 18 decks and 2,867 staterooms to trust of our partners and the favour of accommodate up to 6,988 guests. aboard Wonder are visits to popular travellers and built on that significantly destinations in Asia. Between March Wonder will be the first of its kind to be since we first set sail 12 years ago. By designed with eight neighbourhoods, and November, guests can sail introducing Wonder of the Seas and roundtrip from Shanghai to Japan, introducing the new Suite the iconic Oasis Class to China, our where they can immerse themselves Neighbourhood alongside returning strong commitment to the market’s in the local sights and sounds. From favourites Central Park, the open-air growth is reaffirmed yet again for pleasing their palate in Osaka, to AquaTheater, sporting a new look years to come,” said Michael Bayley, exploring the nation’s oldest official and where jaw-dropping, high-diving president and CEO, Royal Caribbean residence in Fukuoka, to tasting the acrobatic and aquatic performances International. “It will be a remarkable best beef in Kobe and enjoying the take place; Ultimate Abyss, the tallest moment to see years of partnership natural scenery of the islands of slide at sea; and a 25-meter zip Okinawa, all senses can be fulfilled realized when the industry’s newest, line 10 decks above the Boardwalk on these culture-rich itineraries. The most innovative ship becomes neighbourhood. combination of ports of call to choose Shanghai’s new city skyline and takes Meanwhile Royal Caribbean has from also include Tokyo, Mount Fuji, cruise travel beyond imagination.” cancelled its scheduled cruise season Kumamoto, Kagoshima, Ishigaki and Wonder is the fifth ship in Royal from Haifa, Israel on Odyssey of the Miyazaki, Japan. Caribbean’s renowned Oasis Class. Seas.

Transformation Completed P&O Cruises Australia’s much- Italian fan-favourite Angelo’s, sultry confidence in the expected rebound anticipated ship Pacific Encounter has Pan-Asian-inspired Dragon Lady and of the local cruise industry,” Mr Myrmell completed her transformation, leaving contemporary Australian dining outlet said. ‘dry dock’ in Singapore with her iconic The Waterfront have all been fitted In addition to the recently completed ‘name badge’ and the stylish finishing with stylish new carpets and artworks inclusive dining options, Pacific in keeping with the home grown cruise touches to her onboard spaces and Encounter will offer speciality restaurants line’s signature look and feel. features. by renowned chefs Luke Mangan and More than 250 contractors spent over The popular international marketplace Johnny Di Francesco as well as family- 84,000 hours fitting 14,000 square metres The Pantry is now complete with bright friendly activities and vibrant night-time of fresh carpet and painting 5,000 graphics that depict the nine classic, venues. comforting and modern Australian fresh square metres of walls and ceilings to P&O Cruises Head of Design Petra complete Pacific Encounter’s new look. food outlets on offer such as the ‘Curry House’, ‘Kettle and Bun’ and ‘Stix’ to Ryberg said there was a modern The 14-day stint in ‘dry dock’ was the name a few. Australian feel running throughout all of second stage of Pacific Encounter’s the public spaces on Pacific Encounter, P&O Cruises Australia President Sture transformation after undergoing a ‘wet which were themed around Australian Myrmell said the completion of Pacific dock’ in February. She has emerged nature, botanicals, animals and Encounter was a positive step forward with all major public venues complete distinctive art and patterns. for the home grown cruise line as it including the Encounter Hotel and looks ahead to the resumption of Brisbane’s International Cruise Terminal the Blue Room, which will offer guests sailing in Australia. “We know that will become the new home port for a chance to enjoy a wide selection our guests are extremely excited to Pacific Encounter later this year. She of vibrant live music from some of experience Pacific Encounter and her will be joined by Pacific Adventure and Australia’s leading musicians. arrival will be a pinnacle moment in Pacific Explorer to complete P&O’s P&O’s iconic-trio of restaurants – the our fleet transformation and a mark of three ship line-up in Australia.

4 June 2021 Seabourn Charts a 65-Day Nautical Journey with New Grand Pacific Voyage 2022 Seabourn is inviting travellers to explore not visited in over five years, including: more appealing way to check them the “peaceful sea” and myriad islands Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii; Avatoru, off than on board Seabourn Odyssey.” within it on the brand new Grand Rangiroa, French Polynesia; Mataiva, Once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences Pacific Voyage 2022: A World of French Polynesia; Maupiti Island, available on Seabourn’s 2022 Grand Islands. The 65 day adventure is set to French Polynesia; Maroe Bay, Huahine- Pacific Voyage are endless, with 25 depart Vancouver, British Columbia, Iti, French Polynesia; Cook’s Bay, optional guided Ventures by Seabourn aboard Seabourn Odyssey on 30 Moorea, French Polynesia; Alofi, Niue; September 2022, and arrive at , Dravuni Island, Fiji; and Ghizo Island, excursions where guests are invited Australia, on 5 December 2022, offering Solomon Islands. to explore settings of natural beauty via hike, kayak and Zodiac across a world of experiences for guests in “The Pacific Ocean is a phenomenon the South Pacific. Destinations with between with 41 ports, 30 islands, 12 all its own – so vast, so beautiful, with countries, and five overnight stays such a wide range of destinations the excursions include Maupiti Island, on the itinerary. Guests will also have and cultures for guests to discover, so French Polynesia; Ureparapara, the option to embark the voyage in demand for this 2022 Grand Pacific Vanuatu; Ghizo Island, Solomon Islands Seattle on 1 October 2022. Voyage has been very strong,” said and Savusavu, Vanau Levu, Fiji, to The 65-day itinerary of the Grand Josh Leibowitz, president of Seabourn. name a few. There will also be two Pacific Voyage includes stops at “French Polynesia and Tahiti belong on days of Ventures by Seabourn offerings notable destinations Seabourn has everyone’s must-visit list, and there is no in Conflict Islands PNG and Cairns.

Dine My Way Princess Cruises has unveiled Dine My “We believe guests are going to Way, another flexible MedallionClass love the control and customization enhancement that makes it easy for Dine My Way offers,” said Jan Swartz, guests to pre-plan and tailor their Princess Cruise’s president. “Instead dining experiences, and pairs with the of restricting dining choices during revolutionary OceanNow on demand the pandemic, we’ve been able to service to offer the ultimate in onboard expand the options for our guests dining flexibility and convenience. Dine and thanks to the unique, innovative My Way gives guests the freedom to capabilities of the OceanMedallion, make reservations in onboard dining reduce wait times and eliminate the rooms and specialty restaurants at need to stand in line.” times they prefer and with whom they In addition, Princess’ OceanNow on- wish to dine and also helps to optimize demand menu has been expanded capacities in dining rooms and to include entrees and beverage restaurants on board, manage wait options from restaurants through-out times, and gives guests significantly the ship with guest's requests delivered flavours, toppings, temperature) more flexibility. directly to their location. OceanNow providing more customization than ever. When making a reservation, guests will orders can be made using the be able to: add additional friends or MedallionClass app on a smart device, In addition to service on demand, family members with whom they are via the stateroom TV, or by having a Princess MedallionClass Vacations travelling, select their preferred pace crew member place the order on the are also marked by touchless of dining (relaxed, quick), indicate their guest’s behalf. embarkation and disembarkation, desired seating location (near window, OceanNow will also include expanded frictionless commerce, and keyless close to entrance) in the Ocean personalization options, like steak stateroom entry. Additional contactless profile, share dietary preferences and sauce toppings (Hollandaise, Gravy, capabilities accessible using smart allergen information and pick the Peppercorn), pizza condiments (chilli phones and tablets include way- same venue and dining time each flakes, oregano, Parmesan cheese), finding; family and friend’s locator; and night. and options for coffee drinks (size, interactive fun.

www.cruisingnews.com 5 Viking’s Newest Ocean Ship Officially Named Viking named its newest ocean ship, dining options. C. Bono, M.D., Viking’s Chief Health Viking Venus, with a celebration at “Today is one of the proudest days in Officer. Dr. Bono is a board-certified sea in the English Channel as the ship Viking’s nearly 24-year history. When trauma surgeon and retired Vice set sail for her inaugural voyage. As we became the first cruise line to Admiral of the United States Navy part of the intimate event, the ship’s suspend operations in March 2020, Medical Corps—and most recently ceremonial godmother, revered British we certainly did not know it would be led Washington State’s medical and journalist and broadcaster Anne 14 months before guests would be healthcare systems response to the Diamond, offered a blessing of good welcomed back on board. Now, we COVID-19 pandemic. Utilizing a full- fortune and safe sailing for the ship are among the first to set sail again— scale laboratory installed on every – a naval tradition that dates back and with our industry-leading health Viking ocean ship, all guests and crew thousands of years. and safety protocols in place, we will receive frequent quick and easy In addition to commemorating Viking believe there is no safer way to travel non-invasive saliva PCR tests. New air Venus as the company’s newest the world than on a Viking voyage,” purification technology has also been ocean ship, the event was also an said Torstein Hagen, Chairman of installed on all Viking ships, which important milestone as Viking returns Viking. have always featured independent air to service following 14 months of In keeping with the naming custom, handling units for all guest staterooms. paused operations. On 22 May guests Anne assisted in breaking a bottle And additional health checks, embarked Viking Venus in Portsmouth of Norwegian aquavit on the ship’s sanitization and physical distancing for the first of five roundtrip sailings of hull—using an historic Viking broad measures will provide further protection the England’s Scenic Shores itinerary. axe to cut a ribbon that symbolically for Viking guests and crew at all points Delivered in April 2021 at Fincantieri’s held the bottle in place. The event of the journey. shipyard in Ancona, Italy, Viking Venus also honoured the day, 17 May as Also in 2019 Viking Cruises and China is the newest vessel to join Viking’s Norwegian Constitution Day and Merchants Shekou, representing ocean fleet of identical sister ships, paid tribute to the Nordic spirit of China Merchants Group, announced which also includes Viking Star, Viking exploration. they had signed a memorandum of Sea, Viking Sky, Viking Orion and Viking Those who sail these new Viking understanding to form a joint venture Jupiter. Viking’s ocean vessels have voyages will also experience Viking’s focused on building a cruise line with a gross tonnage of 47,800 tons and industry-leading health and safety worldwide cruise offerings for the with 465 all veranda staterooms that program. Grounded in scientific Chinese cruise market. Recently the accommodate 930 guests, the ships research, the Viking Health & Safety Viking was officially handed over in feature clean, minimalist Scandinavian Program was developed in partnership Shenzhen, China and renamed Zhao design, airy public spaces filled with with an international team of Shang Yi Dun and will initially cruise the natural light and abundant al fresco medical advisors, including Raquel local domestic market .

New Zealand & beyond in 2021, 2022 & 2023! The gradual opening of the border- isolated Subantarctic Islands with bubble close-to-home travel provides privileged visits to the rarely visited New opportunity to confidently explore the Zealand’s Enderby, Campbell and extraordinary islands and coastlines Antipodes islands and time ashore on of our region. From November 2021 to the only island in the world composed early 2023, luxury expedition cruise line entirely of oceanic crust and rocks PONANT has released a diverse range from the mantle, Australia’s Macquarie of itineraries – 14 voyages focused on Island, home to vast Royal and King New Zealand and beyond, varying penguin rookeries, and the ANARE in duration from 7 to 21 nights, each Research Station. Milford Sound – Caroline Ozog-Orzego hand crafted to reveal the very best Heading north of New Zealand these stunning destinations offer. on board PONANT’s small luxury Or, for ultimate polar adventure, head Delve deep into the highlights of expedition ship Le Lapérouse, visit the south and travel in the footsteps of the South Island, with special visits to former penal settlement of Norfolk Scott and Shackleton! Conveniently Snares Islands with its prolific birdlife, Island en-route to explore the exotic departing and returning from/to the predator-free sanctuary of Ulva sub-tropical isles of New Caledonia, Dunedin this new expedition allows Island and spectacular glacial fiords including the dreamy Isle of Pines and exploration deep into the seldom and mountains. Or bring out the inner picture perfect Lifou in the Loyalty visited Ross Sea, the southern-most sea explorer in you as you will reach the archipelago. on Earth.

6 June 2021 A world away.

www.cruisingnews.com 7 New Disney Cruise Line Ship Disney Wish When the Disney Wish sets sail in to a galaxy far, far away in a first-of-its- floor-to-ceiling windows that reveal the northern summer 2022, families kind Star Wars experience on board a breathtaking ocean views overlooking will discover a mesmerizing new Disney ship. the bow of the ship. The multi-level world created especially for them: a The Disney Wish will sail its maiden Wish Tower Suite will have all the celebration of Disney’s rich legacy of voyage – a five-night cruise to Nassau, luxuries found in other exclusive cruise enchanting storytelling that brings to Bahamas, and Disney’s private island, ship suites, but the location of this one life the fantastical worlds and beloved Castaway Cay – on 9 June 2022, makes it truly special. The suite, which characters at the heart of Disney, Pixar, followed by an inaugural season of is accessed via a private elevator, rests Marvel and Star Wars adventures like inside one of the ship’s two funnels. never before. three and four night cruises to the same destinations from Port Canaveral, The Disney Wish is the first of three new Families will embark on a splashtacular Florida. adventure with Mickey Mouse and Disney Cruise Line ships to be built at Minnie Mouse aboard the first-ever The Disney Wish will elevate the the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany Disney attraction at sea; revel in a royal concierge experience with more through 2025. All three ships will be celebration during a theatrical dining than double the number of premium powered by liquefied natural gas and, experience with “Frozen” friends; team concierge staterooms and suites, at approximately 144,000 gross tons, up with the Avengers on a Marvel including Disney’s first-ever staterooms will be slightly larger than the Disney cinematic dining adventure; and travel located above the bridge, boasting Dream and Disney Fantasy.

New Rotterdam Successfully Sails Through Sea Trials It was smooth seas and fair winds members of Rotterdam’s designated surround-screen World Stage, Rudi’s for Holland America Line’s newest senior bridge and engineering teams Sel de Mer restaurant and the popular ship, Rotterdam, which returned in participated in testing the ship’s Grand Dutch Café. Delivering the the evening of 6 May to Fincantieri’s manoeuvring characteristics and best entertainment at sea, Rotterdam safety systems in collaboration with the Marghera (Venice) shipyard in Italy, celebrates live music with an exclusive after successfully completing two sets shipyard’s team of naval architects, collection of world-class performances of sea trials off the country’s Adriatic engineers and builders. each night. coast. Rotterdam left Marghera 25 The third vessel in the Pinnacle Class April and performed the preliminary series, Rotterdam will carry 2,668 guests Rotterdam is the seventh ship to bear sea trials over two days before going and feature highly successful amenities the name for Holland America Line into dry dock at Fincantieri’s Trieste and innovations introduced with her and the 17th ship constructed for the shipyard where standard pre-delivery sister ships, including the 270-degree brand by Italian shipyard Fincantieri. hull maintenance and painting were performed. “The successful completion of sea trials gives us great confidence as we head into the final weeks of outfitting for Rotterdam and prepare for delivery of this historic ship.” said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line. “Construction of Rotterdam has continued through the global challenges of the past year with Fincantieri maintaining the highest level of dedication to staying on schedule. Congratulations to everyone involved for completing this significant milestone.” During sea trials, Rotterdam underwent a series of rigorous performance tests on the ship’s systems, machinery and engines. Captain Werner Timmers, Staff Captain Kevin Beirnaert, Chief Engineer Stefan Dullaert and other

8 June 2021 More value and convenience – now you can Have it all. Introducing a new way to experience the world of Holland America Line while enjoying amazing savings. For one simple fare, you can enjoy a premium package that includes four high-value amenities.*

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*The Have it All (“HIA”) offer (and its parts) are not transferable or refundable, have no cash value, are not valid on Grand Voyages or 1-5 day cruise voyages, and are subject to availability. Have it All (“HIA”) amenities are available for new bookings only, apply only to the cruise portion of Alaska Land+Sea Journeys, are not combinable with any other discounts, and are only applicable on select 2021-2023 departures, Any advertised offer may be changed or revoked at any time. Offer is subject to full terms and conditions, available at HollandAmerica.com/package-terms. Signature Beverage Package has a daily limit of 15 beverages. Only available on beverages priced at US$11.00 or less. Must be 21+ for alcoholic beverages. Management reserves right to revoke the package and may refuse service for any reason. Package excludes beverages purchased in Signature Shops, Mini Bar, In-Room Dining, or on Half Moon Cay. Specialty dining based on cruise duration and ship type. Dining options determined by ship and excludes all events in Pinnacle Grill. Shore excursion offer is based on cruise duration: for 6–9-day voyages, guests can choose 1 shore excursion (up to $100 USD value) or apply $100 off any one tour; for 10–20-day voyages, guests can choose 2 shore excursions (up to $100 value per tour) or apply $100 off each of any 2 tours; for 21+ day voyages, guests can choose 3 shore excursions (up to $100 value per tour) or apply $100 off each of any 3 tours. If excursion chosen has a value of less than $100, guest will not receive a credit of remaining value. Shore excursion must be used on corresponding cruise. Wi-Fi Surf Package: All onboard Internet usage is subject to HAL’s standard policies, which may limit or block browsing/use of some sites or applications due to network security and bandwidth usage. Offerings are subject to change without notice. Plan can be used on any device but only one device can be actively connected at a time. Upgrades are available once. Offer applies to guests 1 & 2 only in a stateroom. To be read in conjunction with the Holland America Line Passage contract www.hollandamerica.com which guests will be bound by. Whilst all information is correct at time of publication, offers are subject to change or withdrawal. Carnival plc trading as Carnival Australia ABN 23 107 998 443 as agent for Holland America Line. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands. We are staying atop health and safety protocols in our continuing effort to minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19, which may impact our voyages and offerings, including amenities and itineraries. All voyages that call in a U.S. port are subject to CDC Cruise Travel Advice which is available at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/covid-4/coronavirus-cruise-ship. HA283.4 www.cruisingnews.com 9 Heritage Expeditions Welcomes Iconic Grande Dame of Polar Exploration Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has announced it will be operating the world-renowned Polar exploration vessel formerly known as MS Hanseatic and Society Adventurer from May 2022. Rechristened Heritage Adventurer, Heritage Expeditions Directors Aaron and Nathan Russ said the synergy between the pioneering expedition ship and industry-leading expedition cruise company allow it to forge new ground while taking the experiential exploration Heritage Expeditions is renowned for to stylish new levels. “Heritage Adventurer, with its legendary history of Polar exploration firsts and superior ice capabilities, will take centre stage as our new flagship effortlessly adding new levels of comfort and sophistication to to co-ordinate an overhaul and expeditioners to create a spacious, the authentic, intimate small group refurbishment in preparation of comfortable on board experience expeditions Heritage Expeditions was Heritage Adventurer joining our fleet,” and continuation of the exceptional, founded on,” said Aaron. said Nathan. personalised expedition experience The vessel’s rechristening to Heritage synonymous with the company. While Built in 1991 at Finland’s Rauma Adventurer marries the history of a fleet of 14 Zodiacs ensures all guests shipyard and specifically designed for the vessel with the legacy of HMS are able to maximise their expedition Adventure’s explorations alongside the Polar exploration, Heritage Adventurer experience. is 124-metres long, boasts a 1A Super HMS Resolution during Captain Cook’s Heritage Adventurer will commence ice class and an impressive history of second expedition of the Pacific, operations in the Russian Far East, Polar and remote region exploration. said Nathan, adding works to get the including Wrangel Island in May 2022, vessel “Heritage ready” were about to Originally designed to accommodate before venturing southwards through commence. 184 guests, Heritage Expeditions the South Pacific to New Zealand, the “Over the coming months we will intends to operate Heritage Subantarctic Islands and down into the be working closely with the owners Adventurer with a maximum of just 140 heart of Antarctica, the Ross Sea.

New Cruise Line saves Pacific Dawn After a long service in the South Pacific and sustainably. Ambassador’s its inaugural season in the northern cruising mainly out of Brisbane Pacific experienced management team Spring 2023, the cruise line plans Dawn was set to join Cruise & Maritime includes several members who to extend sailings from additional Voyages. Due to the liquidation of that worked previously with Cruise & regional ports including Liverpool and line and Covid it looked as though the Maritime Voyages (CMV) led by CEO, Newcastle on an ex-UK no-fly range of ship was destined for the breakers. Christian Verhounig supported by voyages for the over 50’s. Chief Commercial Officer, Christopher Then a new owner planned to turn All departing from London Tilbury, the ship, renamed the Satoshi, into Coates, CIO, Gary Hides and CFO, Simon Weeks. Through funds managed Ambassador Cruise Line’s carefully a floating community off Panama. by Njord Partners LLP, London, the curated no-fly program of 33 Another escape from the scrapyard company is fully equity-financed inaugural-year sailings will visit a and the ship has a new home. (no financial debt). The Chair of the total of 88 different ports. Featured Ambassador Cruise Line is a brand- Board of Directors is Gordon Wilson destinations will include the British new cruise line and is the first new who has over 30 years of experience Isles, the Norwegian fjords, the Baltics British cruise line to be launched in the global travel industry. This and St Petersburg, Greenland, the since 2010. Its purpose is to inspire includes his role as the President and Arctic and Iceland, plus several short and delight every guest to enjoy an CEO of Travelport until July 2019. break cruises. For the northern winter authentic cruise experience effortlessly, He is a member of the Supervisory months a range of expedition style Board of BCD Holdings which owns voyages will sail to the Canaries, Cuba, global corporate travel management the Caribbean, Cape Verde and company, BCD Travel. Scandinavia. Ambassador Cruise Line is based in Purfleet, Essex. Ambassador will sail The maiden season of Ambience will for the British market from London operate between 6 April 2022 and Tilbury with a focus on premium-value. northern Spring 2023. Ambience’s Ambassador Cruise Line’s first ship, inaugural voyage will be a short break Ambience, will sail from Tilbury in the cruise to on Wednesday 6 northern Spring 2022. After completing April 2022.

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P&O Cruises Iona Officially Named Britain’s largest and most Dame Irene Hays, chair of Hays Iona has 30 bars and restaurants with environmentally-friendly cruise ship, Travel, Britain’s largest independent many new speciality dining options P&O Cruises Iona, travel agency, named the ship and a and also features the first gin still on a has been officially named in her home specially produced Nebuchadnezzar cruise ship, created in association with port of Southampton. Iona is powered (equivalent to 20x 750ml bottles) of Salcombe Gin, distilling tailor made by liquefied natural gas, ground- Alex James’s Britpop cider smashed spirit on board. breaking for the UK cruise industry and against the hull of the ship to bring it Simon Palethorpe, Paul Ludlow, Irene one of the cleanest fuels in the world. good fortune in the future. Hays, Captain Wesley Dunlop

Carnival Cruise Line Announces New Red, White & Blue Hull Design across Fleet Following the popularity of the stunning red, white and blue livery adorning Mardi Gras, another Carnival Cruise Line ship has received the dramatic hull design that will become a trademark feature across the fleet as Carnival, America's Cruise Line, prepares to celebrate its 50th birthday in 2022. Carnival Magic received the new livery during its dry dock in Marseilles, France. Paying homage to maritime tradition and patriotic colours, the eye-catching hull design is highlighted by a stately navy blue hull inspired by officers' uniforms along with vibrant red and white accents running the entire length of the 1,004-foot-long ship. Additional vessels will receive the new livery as they undergo scheduled dry docks. Carnival Glory will be the second ship to receive the new hull design during a dry dock scheduled in June. "When we first saw the hull design for ready to celebrate our 50th birthday, design element across our fleet," said Mardi Gras, we knew it was something we're delighted to incorporate this Christine Duffy, president of Carnival special and, particularly as we get stunning livery as a signature exterior Cruise Line.

Silversea Announces its Return to Service in the Galápagos aboard New Ship Silver Origin departing on her inaugural season on our healthy return to service plan, from 19 June, guests were welcomed we are delighted to be nearing the on all-new itineraries, which have been moment in which our extended family enriched to take guests deeper into is reunited aboard our two new ships, the archipelago, and to increase the Silver Origin and Silver Moon,” says quality and frequency of experiences Roberto Martinoli, Silversea’s President on offer. and CEO. Full vaccinations were mandatory Silver Origin will sail on two alternating for guests and crew embarking itineraries that incorporate five maiden Silver Origin forming part of a calls, including the beautiful island of comprehensive, multi-layered set of Santa Fe. Each itinerary will include Silversea Cruises has announced its science-backed protocols that will calls in the iconic islands of Fernandina long-awaited return to service in the help to safeguard the health and and Isabela, regularly described as Galápagos Islands aboard new ship safety of guests, crew, and visited the region’s must-visit destinations, and Silver Origin, which arrived in San communities. will each include enriched programs Cristóbal on 30 April. With Silver Origin “Having worked exceptionally hard ashore.

12 June 2021 Oceania Cruises Unveils New OceaniaNext Enhancements Oceania Cruises has announced onions and Parisian potatoes. the first in a series of inspired new Other highlights from the updated product enhancements rolling out menu include: Porcini mushroom across its luxury fleet as part of its risotto, Crispy Mediterranean OceaniaNEXT program. With elevated vegetable tart with balsamic onion dining experiences and service compote, Braised black cod, seafood levels for guests, the Oceania Cruises emulsion, stuffed calamari and green experience will be better than ever pea purée, Grilled prime rib with from the first sailing on board Marina bone marrow and rustic vegetable when the line resumes operations in casserole, Carnaroli truffled risotto with August. OceaniaNEXT enhancements smoked ricotta and Florida lobster tail will debut aboard Regatta, Insignia, with Rémy Martin cognac sauce and Nautica, Riviera, and Sirena as each rice pilaf. vessel returns to sailing. Sunday Brunch is an elegant yet During the pause in sailing, the relaxed affair in The Grand Dining Oceania Cruises team has continued Room, and the new menu has been to invest in creative ways to evolve thoughtfully crafted to include a more the onboard experience and to diverse selection of international dishes inspire its guests with a sweeping as well as a wider range of healthy array of dramatic enhancements to options. Highlights include a new Asian the brand’s already renowned Finest Noodle Bar, a gourmet Taco Corner, Cuisine at Sea and acclaimed service. a prepared-to-order Pasta Station, a Whether guests are in the mood for an healthy Smoothie Bar and a Salad Bar elaborate dinner at Toscana, or prefer with an extensive selection of starches, to indulge in the line’s exclusive Dom proteins, greens and raw and cooked Pérignon Experience, or crave the vegetables for guests to create their casual comfort of tacos or fresh poke own custom salad combination. bowls, every meal on board is given Toscana Dinner Menu Features 21 include locally sourced fish, sausages the same thought, care and creativity New Dishes – Refined and romantic to ensure it is as mouth-watering as and marinated meats, including with a uniquely modern Italian flair, regional specialties from the ports it is memorable. This is just the first of Toscana specialises in the rich and many inspirational new OceaniaNEXT and destinations visited. For more rustic regional flavours for which Italy laidback fare, Waves Grill has added enhancements to be revealed over is famous. Presented on elegant, the coming months. a fresh, prepared-to-order poke bowl custom-designed Versace china, station inspired by flavours from around “These OceaniaNEXT enhancements masterfully prepared dishes exemplify the world including Japan, India, not only elevate the guest experience, the essence of Tuscany and celebrate Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the they showcase the creativity and Italy’s culinary passion. As part of Mediterranean, North Africa, France, passion our team has for crafting OceaniaNEXT, the line has reimagined the United States, and Mexico. unique and memorable experiences Toscana’s menu with 21 delectable for our guests,” stated Bob Binder, new dishes including: Sformatino Canapés served in the lounges and President and CEO of Oceania Cruises. di Peperoni – roasted bell pepper bars after a day of exploring are In The Grand Dining Room, more than flan, creamy Parmesan sauce, a much-loved tradition on board two dozen inventive new dishes have Zuppa Fagioli – white bean soup Oceania Cruises. The experience now made their way onto the dinner menu. with sausage and pasta, Tagliolini features a wider variety of selections, New entrées include caramelised duck Carbonara – tagliolini, pancetta, echoing the gourmet inspiration of foie gras accompanied by apricot egg yolk-Parmesan sauce, Agnello the new dishes offered in The Grand infused with Loire Valley wine, and Arrosto – stuffed roasted lamb loin with Dining Room. The selections will also be mozzarella fior di latte panna cotta spicy soppressata sausage, Il Tiramisú presented individually to each table as with aubergines stiletto and fried ai Frutti di Bosco – red berry tiramisú part of the line’s enhanced health and focaccia. Meanwhile, main courses with mascarpone cream and Tortino safety measures. Guests in Penthouse, range from the deliciously tantalising di Cioccolata – molten chocolate Oceania, Vista, and Owner’s Suites French monkfish with saffron-tomato- fondant with Sicilian blood orange may choose from a canapé selection cognac-cream sauce and wild rice, sauce. now including the addition of plant- to the hearty veal piccata with sweet The ever-popular Terrace Café has based California rolls, a Mezze Platter and sour lemon sauce, glazed pearl also expanded its lunch offering to and a Taco Trilogy.

www.cruisingnews.com 13 Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Norwegian Prima Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has concept provides guests with private Just Desserts, featuring classic dessert opened for sale the first of six ships amenities, dedicated services and the items such as pies and cakes and Just within its highly anticipated next class of most luxurious accommodation on Ice Cream serving all guest favourite vessels, Prima Class, the Brand’s first new board. For the first time, the Cruise Line ice cream flavours and over-the-top class of ships in nearly 10 years. relocated all 107 Haven suites to the decadent creations. With voyages beginning in the northern aft (the rear of the ship) within close Adding to the culinary offerings hemisphere summer of 2022, Norwegian proximity of private elevators exclusively available on Norwegian Prima’s Ocean Prima, the first of the six ships, will be reserved for Haven guests. The Haven Boulevard, the site will host three 294.1 metres long, 142,500 gross tons Courtyard on Norwegian Prima has additional dining venues offering both and able to accommodate 3,215 been transformed into an expansive indoor and outdoor seating including guests at double occupancy. Haven Sundeck, boasting a stunning Onda By Scarpetta, Los Lobos and The new infinity pool overlooking the ship's The show-stopping vessel built in Local Bar & Grill. Onda by Scarpetta, wake and a new outdoor spa with a Marghera, Italy by Italian shipbuilder which debuted on Norwegian Encore in glass-walled sauna and cold room. 2019 and also available on Norwegian Fincantieri features striking hull artwork Spirit. designed by Italian graffiti artist Manuel Outdoor Living on Ocean Boulevard Di Rita, known commonly as “Peeta.” – NCL has reimagined its industry A Day on Ocean Boulevard: The For the first time on any NCL vessel, pioneering The Waterfront by doubling Concourse, Infinity Beach, Oceanwalk the captivating hull art extends to the the space and adding a greater and La Terraza – Created to be a forward superstructure of the ship. variety of experiences and dining destination in and of itself within options. Located on deck eight, Ocean Norwegian Prima and furthering the “The name ‘Prima,’ which means Boulevard at 4,087.7 square metres day-to-day elevated guest experiences “first” in Italian, is a natural fit that ties long, wraps around the entire deck, available on Ocean Boulevard, the into our legacy of firsts in the industry allowing guests to walk around the Company unveiled additional “firsts” for and a fitting tribute to our new Italian entire ship and partake in numerous the Brand including The Concourse, an shipbuilding partners at Fincantieri,” said exceptional outdoor activities. outdoor sculpture garden features an Harry Sommer, President & CEO NCL. Global Cuisine with Indulge Food Hall art wall designed by famed artist David Norwegian Prima will offer the – NCL will introduce the Brand’s first- Harber. Guests can also relax at Infinity highest staffing levels and space ever upscale open-air marketplace Beach featuring two infinity pools, one ratio of any new cruise ship in the with Indulge Food Hall offering visitors located on each side of the ship and contemporary and premium cruise diverse menu items from a variety of close to the ocean surface. category, delivering an unrivalled 11 culinary venues including returning The two Oceanwalk glass bridges, also guest experience and will also offer guest culinary favourites Coco’s, new to the Brand, will provide guests the largest variety of suite categories serving artisan sweet treats; Q Texas with photographic, breathtaking views available at sea with 13 suite categories Smokehouse, boasting delicious that will make them feel as if they are as well as the largest three-bedroom American Southern comfort food and walking on air over the water and La suites of any new cruise ship and the barbecue; and Starbucks. Indulge Terraza, an open-air lounge, features a Brand’s largest-ever inside, oceanview will unveil first-ever dining venues quaint retreat for visitors to catch stellar and balcony staterooms, including including Seaside Rotisserie, offering forward-facing sea views. the Brand’s largest-ever bathrooms a wide array of rotisserie-cooked Following a string of inaugural cruises and showers for standard stateroom dishes; Nudls, an emporium serving and beginning August 2022, Norwegian categories noodle dishes from around the world, Prima will be the newest ship embarking The Elevated Haven by Norwegian – from Italian to Thai cuisines; Tamara, in Northern Europe. From 17 August To provide guests with an unrivalled preparing classic Indian dishes and to 13 September 2022, she will sail experience in luxury cruising, The Haven multiple vegetarian food options; The a series of eight day voyages from by Norwegian on Norwegian Prima Latin Quarter, serving classic Latin food Amsterdam and . On 23 has been elevated to offer the Brand’s with a twist; Tapas Food Truck, cooking September Norwegian Prima will depart most exclusive and centralised suite elevated Spanish-inspired street food; Southampton on a 12 day transatlantic complex. Spanning eight decks of suites Garden Kitchen, where guests can voyage ending her journey in New York and public areas, the ultra-premium order customised salads with more than to commence a five-day roundtrip keycard only access ship-within-a-ship two dozen ingredients to choose from; itinerary on 10 October to Bermuda.

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14 June 2021 Queen Elizabeth – Commodore Club Queen’s Grill Restaurant on Queen Elizabeth

Britannia Restaurant – Queen Mary 2 Queen Elizabeth – Grand Lobby Queen Mary 2 – Grand Lobby Designing a Hotel for the Sea Modern cruise ships become the home to thousands of guests, some stay for days, others for weeks and a few even for months at a time . The design process for the extravagant floating hotels caters for the needs of each individual guest and is a world of its own . Much of the magic of sailing on the can occasionally work with dramatic Keeping up with trends while staying world’s most exquisite ships comes double, or even triple-height public timeless – Clixby deliberately keeps from the meticulous design that goes areas like in the dramatic foyers of the up to date with the land-based into these sumptuous floating hotels. Cunard Queens, one of her biggest and marine luxury interior design Modern cruise ships offer amenities challenges is creating a luxury feel trends, but aims for a timeless feel, including theatres, waterslides, casinos, despite the low ceilings. both to maintain the classic Cunard luxury bars and restaurants – everything “It’s a constant challenge to design brand – she has more than a century you could possibly need to keep something unique with a spacious of archives to draw on – and to yourself busy during your time at sea. feel,” she says. “We try every trick in the futureproof the ship against upcoming And, unlike resort hotels where the view book: we use lighting, we use subtle fashions. The Cunard ships are refitted never changes, new countries and steps in the ceiling, changes of finish every few years in dry dock, a process cities simply arrive outside the cabin and texture, trying to direct focus to where a cast of thousands, including window, without the need to unpack. somewhere further away.” the ship’s crew, work for weeks to deliver the highest impact with However, the art of designing a cruise – The interior The cost of great design minimum time away from the water. ship is very different to designing a design of a ship is far from cheap. hotel. “The ships are not a static building: Clixby begins her planning up to two they move around the world on The marine designer behind it all – years in advance, generally placing different itineraries,” she says. “You’re Alison Clixby, with a career spanning her last orders six months before the designing the ship is the destination, 25 years in marine interior design, ship enters dry dock – although, when and what you see from the windows heads up the interior design for necessary, her team has turned around is very much part of that experience. Cunard, a British cruise line with a fleet rush projects with just a short three- It’s a steel moving vessel: it moves, it of three luxurious ships and working month lead time. Clixby aims to create flexes,” Clixby says. “We have to be towards adding a fourth in the near a luxurious, peaceful and relaxing mindful of vibration: we don’t want to future. While the process is very similar mood on the ship, so guests can enjoy affect our guests’ enjoyment of spaces for hotel design, she explains that their time aboard in an exquisite, if something is rattling or vibrating." designing a moving vessel differs from comfortable space. Elegance Floating first-class – Clixby aims to designing for a resort on land, where continues throughout the whole interior create incomparable luxury at every the weather can be predicted, and of each ship, so guests can experience level of the ship, however it is in the the landscape remains the same each the ultimate maritime adventure, Grills suites, the first-class tier of the day. With unpredictable external whether it is one of Cunard’s signature ship, that her design reaches its most factors, such as transitioning between full circumnavigation of the globe indulgent. Equivalent to land-based climates as different as the South or an extended journey to countless super-suites in the finest hotels, the Pacific islands and Alaska, other things exotic shores. top-end duplex suites cover more must be considered when designing a “We don’t want to miss our refit than 200 square metres, with two cruise ship. window and then wait another five master bathrooms upstairs and a Marine designers have to think similarly years for something we know could guest bathroom downstairs, as well as to aeroplane engineers, and work provide some guest benefit,” she spacious balconies, a butler’s pantry, within a very strict safety code that says. The Queen Mary 2’s renovation and curated library. The space is restricts the materials available for cost $160m, the Queen Victoria ran lavishly finished with materials from fine design. To guarantee stability even in to $60m, and the Queen Elizabeth is marbles to hand-tufted rugs, each with high seas, vertical space is rare, and headed to dry dock in November for a a unique design created just for that therefore very valuable. While Clixby further multimillion-dollar refit. suite.

www.cruisingnews.com 15 Countdown to the Launch of MSC Seashore MSC Seashore is scheduled to enter into grabbing a drink and al fresco dining or larger magrodome that can be closed service in August in the Mediterranean. simply taking a stroll to enjoy the fresh to create an indoor pool area when The cruise line revealed new details of sea air; The largest and most luxurious needed. what will undoubtedly be one of the MSC Yacht Club spanning 3,000 sqm The ship introduces a new location for line’s most innovative next-generation over four decks with two palatial new the Chef’s Court that houses the five ships yet. Building on the game- Owners Suites and 11 different types specialty restaurants, which will be changing and pioneering design of the of cabins and suites with balconies moved to Deck 8. This new positioning Seaside class of ship, aimed at bringing including the coveted aft suits, 50 guests closer to the sea, MSC Seashore, terraced suites with extended balconies of the specialty restaurants allows for the first Seaside EVO ship, has been offering up to 15 sqm of private terrace the restaurants to have an improved extended and enhanced with a variety and 32 different suites with outdoor sea view and MSC Cruises’ signature of brand-new features, spaces and private whirlpools steakhouse, Butcher's Cut, will offer for experiences for guests. MSC Seashore offers a range of the first-time outdoor seating and al Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive stand-out design features to connect fresco dining on the iconic waterfront Chairman of MSC Cruises commented, guests with the sea. At 339 metres, the promenade. The expansive buffet “With each new ship we build, Company’s new flagship will become includes a new outdoor aft dining area MSC Cruises continues to innovate the longest ship in the fleet and will as well as the Sky Bar, which enables and push design boundaries. MSC be the largest ship ever to be built in guests to enjoy their food outdoors or Seashore represents an evolution of Italy by Fincantieri, one of the world’s in the evening relax and unwind at the the Seaside class as an extended largest shipbuilding groups and leaders top of the ship taking in the sea air. and further enriched ship. 65% of the in cruise ship design and construction. Located on the coveted foredecks public areas have been reimagined Stand-out design features include the on the ships, spanning four decks and to create something truly unique for spectacular glass-floored Bridge of Sighs providing sweeping sea views the our guests. The new aft design has located at the unique vantage point on MSC Yacht Club on MSC Seashore will allowed us to introduce a brand-new deck 16 – 22 metres above the Infinity become the largest and most luxurious lounge, Cabaret Rouge, spanning Pool on deck 8, stunning panoramic aft two decks with panoramic views of elevators and stylish glass-floor catwalks in MSC Cruises’ fleet, with almost 3,000 the sea, offering new entertainment on either side of the ship on waterfront sqm of space. Next issue will preview experiences. The specialty restaurant promenade. the Yacht Club. experience has been completely MSC Seashore will introduce two new After entering service in August 2021 redesigned with the Chef’s Court on infinity whirlpool baths — one on each and spending an inaugural season in deck 8 making this a go-to destination side of the outdoor promenade of Deck the Mediterranean calling at the Italian for bars and restaurants. Each of the 8 with 20 sea-facing seats so guests ports of Genoa, Naples, Messina as well pools has been enhanced including can treat themselves to the ultimate as Valetta in Malta, Barcelona in Spain an impressive double-deck extended relaxation spot with the soothing water and Marseille in France, the striking MSC magrodome pool and an incredible jets while enjoying striking sea views. On Seashore will head to the U.S. where Infinity pool at the aft.” Deck 18, the main pool – Long Island she will home port in Miami. Starting Some of the key highlights of MSC Pool offers two different depths so that November 2021, MSC Seashore will sail Cruises’ newest flagship include: 13,000 guests can choose to swim or simply 7 night Eastern and Western Caribbean sqm of outdoor space with a wide stand and hang-out in the water. The and Bahamas itineraries, including stops choice of outdoor bars and dining, newly designed area also includes a at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, pools and deck area for relaxing and 360-degree water fountain island in MSC Cruises new Private Island in The sunbathing; Six stunning swimming the centre as well as a new lounge Bahamas. pools with enlarged poolside areas space within the pool. The kids’ clubs including a spectacular new Infinity are also located on deck 18, making Next Issue – MSC SEASHORE offers Pool and two new Infinity Whirlpools; An this the go-to deck for all the family. guests a gastronomic adventure with an expansive 540 metre-long waterfront Whilst this ship is designed for warmer entirely re-imagined dining experience promenade close to the water, ideal for weather, the Jungle Pool features a – Editor

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16 June 2021 50% SOLD THE KIMBERLEY & BAMURRU PLAINS EXCLUSIVE 19-NIGHT LUXURY EXPEDITION CRUISE TOUR COMMENCES 22 APRIL 2022

Discover a world of wonders right here in our own backyard with our HIGHLIGHTS 19-night itinerary through the Kimberley region.

Your journey begins in Darwin on 22 April 2022 with an overnight stay in ALL-INCLUSIVE Darwin. Our private charter flight will then take you to the magical Bamurru BAMURRU PLAINS Plains for your 4-night stay. 4 nights at the Wild Bush An extensive experience program explores the surrounding country away Luxury Lodge in a Safari Bungalow. With exclusive from the lodge, with airboat trips on the wetlands, river cruises in search access to 300 km² of of crocodiles, bird watching, astronomy evenings, bush drives, quad bike floodplains and savanna safaris and guided wilderness walks, while ancient rock art and indigenous woodland on the Mary culture are an easy optional day trip out into Kakadu. Did we mention April River, on the edge of Kakadu is Barramundi fishing time!? Plenty to be had at Bamurru! National Park. Upon arriving back in Darwin, you’ll spend a night at the Hilton Hotel and repack your bags ready for an extraordinary journey through arguably some ALL-INCLUSIVE of the best scenery in the world. Our home for the next 10 nights, PONANT’s Le Laperouse, represents the new generation of ships designed to combine CABLE BEACH discovery and exploration with luxury, even in the planet’s most remote and CLUB RESORT isolated regions. Cable Beach Club offers a place to relax and unwind. Visit all the Kimberley highlights including King George Falls, Montgomery Indulge in the Indian Ocean Reef and Hunter River to name a few. The 3 main reasons you visit the sunsets and a personal touch Kimberley are these - the waterfalls which you won’t see past May, to every experience. barramundi fishing (April is an excellent time) and the Aboriginal art. After 10 amazing nights, spend 3 nights at Cable Beach Club Resort, the only resort with a restaurant and bar overlooking the beach. We’ve included a LE LAPEROUSE ALL-INCLUSIVE visit to a pearl farm, lunch at Matso’s pub, and a Broome visit is not complete This new and intimately without a sunset camel ride! Whatever you do in Broome, its sure to leave a sized yacht offers a unique lasting impression on you. type of cruise experience. Welcoming and spacious common areas, refined open-to-the-sea design, easily accessible marina for the ship’s Zodiac® inflatables & multisensorial underwater lounge.

COLLIER BAY Nestled in the centre of the Bay is Montgomery Reef, the world’s largest inshore reef system. As the tide falls a raging torrent of water cascades off the top of the reef, creating turbulent ‘rivers’ and mini waterfalls. DEPARTURE DATE: 22 APR 2022 | LIMITED TO 18 TRAVELLERS ONLY

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Avalon Waterways spotlights special event cruises Next year, for six months, the Danube Rivers. Netherlands will bloom brighter and Avalon is also inviting travellers to be a Bavarian village’s faith will be their guest at the 2022 International back in time, an Avalon beer cruise restored thanks to once-in-a-decade Horticultural Exhibition Floriade Expo. promises incredible scenery and visits experiences: The Floriade and Join in this celebration of phenomenal to the greatest beer scenes in Europe. Oberammergau’s Passion Play. And, flora in all its finery and fill your senses New for 2022 are Bites, Brews & Views while these special events only happen with colour, fragrance and fantastic cruises through Holland & Belgium; every 10 years, for the first time, 2022 food. This amazing event in the Dutch Palate-Pleasing Fun: Culinary Cruises – will see both play out across Europe. town of Almere can now be witnessed France is home to food-lovers who love Avalon Waterways is offering travellers as an included excursion on three to share famous dishes and to dish over the chance to enjoy these special Netherlands river cruises with Avalon the stories behind authentic recipes. events with special sailings, plus its most Waterways. It’s also available as an Savour an adventure in haute cuisine robust line-up of Special Interest cruises optional excursion on 12 itineraries. and family favourites on a culinary for 2022, making it a landmark year for cruise through Burgundy and Provence; river cruising. In addition to its special event itineraries, Avalon is offering a plethora of Picture-Perfect: Photography Cruise – Focus your sights on the beauty, Special Events – Passion at Play: Special Interest cruises in 2022, inviting Oberammergau Cruises – An history, people, and natural wonders travellers to pack their passions on opportunity that arises once every 10 of Europe on a picture-perfect cruise holiday. “These itineraries complement years is an opportunity not to be missed. for photography enthusiasts; Tip-Toe stories with stout, winding scenery A theatrical tradition since 1634, the Through Tulips: Garden & Nature with wine, palatial impressions with world-famous Oberammergau Passion Cruises – With seasonal blossoms ready palaces and photography and fairy Play – which recalls the Passion from to burst, the fields of the Netherlands tale villages with holiday festivities,” the Last Supper to the Crucifixion – has and Belgium erupt in a spectacle of said Pam Hoffee, managing director been performed in the quaint Bavarian epic proportions in the springtime. of Avalon Waterways. “Our Special village of Oberammergau once a Nature lovers and green thumbs will Interest holidays unite our guests with decade. Because of the worldwide relish this ultimate garden party on their pastimes and other like-minded pandemic of 2020, this experience an Avalon Garden & Nature cruise ; travellers.” was postponed, for the first time in Remembrance on the River: World War 400 years. And that makes its 2022 Of interest are Holiday Joy and Jolly: II Cruises – These World War II history resurgence even more magical. On Festive Time Cruises – In 2022, Avalon cruises make a special trip to the 1940s Avalon Waterways’ special Passion Play Waterways is offering 17 Christmas to honour and commemorate the departures, in addition to exploring Cruises throughout Europe; The World in significant sites of the second World the Old World in a new way aboard Red & White: Wine Cruises – On these War; Once Upon a Castle: Habsburg award-winning Suite Ships, Avalon’s wine cruises, vino-lovers of the world Cruises – From the palaces of Budapest guests will enjoy premier seating for the unite with the world’s most renowned and Vienna to the castles and estates Passion Play and accommodations in winemakers and wine masters on the of the surrounding countryside and the heart of Oberammergau as well rolling vineyards of Europe along the Under the Star: Jewish Heritage Cruises – as the support of on-site staff, helping Danube, Moselle, Rhone and Saone Deep in the Jewish quarters of Europe’s them make the most of their stay. Rivers; Adventure is Brewing: Beer most historic cities, explore museums Avalon is offering three Oberammergau Cruises – Pairing fascinating history and monuments, cemeteries and itineraries in 2022 sailing the Rhine and with a beverage that goes just as far synagogues.

Uniworld Announces Inaugural ‘Rivers of the World’ Cruise For 2023 Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has surprises throughout the journey. then cross the Mediterranean Sea and announced its inaugural Rivers of the “At Uniworld, we always have fly into the Swiss Alps with two nights World cruise for 2023. The 46-night trip elevation at top of mind and strive in the stunning lake town of Lugano, will depart on 20 May 2023, and take to continuously take steps forward followed by two nights in chic Milan travellers to nine countries aboard in fresh and exciting ways,” said prior to boarding the new S.S. La five luxury Super Ships combining both Ellen Bettridge, President and CEO Venezia for a weeklong cruise along cruise and land. This itinerary is the of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. the Venice Lagoon and Po River. Next, first of its kind for the brand, including “We’re so proud to announce the guests will continue to Hungary and exclusive experiences and special inaugural ‘Rivers of the World’ itinerary; sail on the S.S. Maria Theresa from our longest and most action-packed Budapest to Passau through the heart sailing to date spanning nine countries of the former Holy Roman Empire; aboard five of our world-class Super board the S.S. Joie de Vivre in France Ships.” and explore the best of Northern The journey begins in the home of the France along the Seine; and complete world’s first river cruises, Egypt, with the itinerary in Portugal, beginning in a celebratory kick-off event and two Porto with a cruise aboard the S.S. Sao night land stay in Cairo, followed by Gabriel through the Douro River Valley, a weeklong cruise aboard the brand followed by a three night land stay in new super ship S.S. Sphinx. Guests will Lisbon and closing event.

18 June 2021 STORYBOOK SETTINGS WITH STORYTELLERS Introducing Avalon’s Storyteller Series

Interested in turning the page on the classic cruise? Transport yourself through time and tales with revered raconteurs on Avalon Waterways’ NEW Storyteller Series.

Hosted by famous authors and artists such as Diana Gabaldon, Gillian Flynn, Candace Bushnell, Cheryl Strayed, Christopher Moore and Edwin McCain, we invite you to meet legends in legendary landscapes. To sail past cliffside castles while uncovering cliff-hangers and capture insider narratives outside the pages of novels, scripts and song lyrics.

Visit our website and see how you could be sailing with these literary legends.

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Petra O'Neill joins Coral Expeditions on a hiking themed cruise of southern

My adventure began as soon as I boarded Coral Expedition’s Coral Discoverer from ’s Sullivan’s Cove . For the next 11 days we followed the coastline taking in the sights and sounds of southern Tasmania . Launched in 2005, and refurbished wet landing at Adventure Bay. Here by hiking overland. As we entered in 2016, the Coral Discoverer is a we hiked along a track hugging the Bathurst Harbour at sunrise, white- 63metre long purpose built expedition coastline, the landscape dramatic bellied sea eagles circled overhead, cruise ship with a shallow draught and with waves swirling and pounding and the mountains were black with maneuverability that allows access to against the sheer cliffs below. Later a red outline as the sun was breaking remote wilderness areas. that day we visited the Bligh Museum through the night sky. The shallow Staterooms are spacious and featuring maps, documents, and water, stained by tannins from button comfortable with a sofa, desk, Junior items belonging to European explorers grass was dark brown resembling King or twin bedding, and roomy en- before cruising to Cape Hauy. strongly brewed tea. suite bathroom with categories ranging Cape Hauy forms part of the After cruising along narrow waterways from twin portholes, large picture spectacular Three Capes Track that by tender boat, we arrived at window or private balcony. takes in Australia’s highest sea cliffs. Melaleuca Inlet. Here we followed Accommodating a maximum of 72 The hike is challenging with lots of steps the Needwonnee interpretive walk passengers, the Coral Discoverer has (I counted 1750) and a track that dips alongside a lagoon, with stories of the a relaxed onboard ambience with a like a rollercoaster before snaking way of life of the indigenous tribe that rooftop sundeck, lounge with small between imposing cliffs that soar 300 once lived here. library, and two bars, which can be metres above the ocean below. That afternoon and the next day we enjoyed after a big day of exploring. Back aboard the Coral Discoverer we muddied out boots hiking through After being welcomed aboard by cruised below the sea cliffs of the Three boggy button grass heathland to Captain Josh and the Australian/ Capes, the highest cliffs in the Southern Mount Beattie and Mount Milner with New Zealand crew, we cruised down Hemisphere. Up close, you appreciate panoramic views of a spectacular, the Derwent River in the golden light their enormity and why this is one of pristine wilderness and the cruise of late afternoon, where bubbly and Australia’s most spectacular sights. highlight for many of us. Cruising conversation flowed freely, and new We then cruised to Tasmania’s overnight had us waking at Freycinet friendships were easily made. southwest, a region that is wild, National Park, a coastline dotted with Next day we arrived at Bruny Island, rugged and so remote it’s accessible white sandy beaches and turquoise a popular holiday destination, for a only by sea, private air charter or waters against a backdrop of

20 June 2021 dramatic peaks. After a wet landing jetty, we passed the Commissariat outcrops, and from the ship’s bow, we hiked to Wineglass Bay, which arks store built in 1825, to the former penal viewed dolphins and seals up close, long around a white sandy beach. A colony of Darlington dating back to and explored narrow waterways by challenging track leads from Wineglass the convict era. We then walked over tender boat. Bay through a eucalypt forest to to the nearby Fossil Cliffs the site of a To celebrate our final night, canapés Wineglass Bay lookout. The view as you former limestone quarry that exposes and farewell drinks were followed by look back down to Wineglass Bay is 300 million year old fossils embedded a bountiful roast dinner of scotch fillet stunning. into the rocks. An easy walk then led roast lamb and port shoulder that The next day we arrived on tiny us to the Painted Cliffs, which display surpassed the delicious locally sourced Schouten Island, located off the layers of weathered sandstone. food we had enjoyed so far. southern tip of the Freycinet Peninsula. Our most challenging hike was the Arriving back into Sullivan’s Cove early We visited the remains of an old coal 620metre climb to the top of twin the next morning, our cruise had come mine, kayaked to explore the bay and peaks known as Bishop and Clerk. The to an end. had a refreshing swim. Later that day, track leads across open grassland and we circumnavigated Ile Des Phoques, a forest before opening up to large NEED TO KNOW a small rocky outcrop, and home stones, a steep switchback and then to black cormorants and a fur seal a large boulder to climb. From the Pre cruise, Hobart’s Movenpick colony. summit we enjoyed breathtaking views Hotel, and on site restaurant, Tesoro are recommended. For the next two days we explored of the Freycinet Peninsula. Coral Expeditions next Coastal Maria Island, named in 1642 by Abel Our final day was the most relaxing Treks of Tasmania cruises depart Tasman after the wife of the then with a leisurely cruise by tender boat 17 January, and 16 February Governor-General of the Dutch past small islands including ‘Isle of 2022, priced from $7,200pp. East Indies, Anthony van Diemen. the Dead’ followed by a behind the Maria Island is also known for being scenes tour of the former convict Contact – phone: 1800 079 545, Tasmania's Noah’s Ark, a safe haven settlement of Port Arthur. The cruise website: coralexpeditions.com for wildlife relocated here, including allowed us to scale peaks, hike through For more on the history of wombats, Tasmanian devils and Cape forests and get up close to wildlife, Tasmania and Abel Tasman's Barren geese. but it was as much about the ocean voyages of exploration, read It is also rich in geological and convict as it was about the land. We cruised The Tasman Map by Ian Burnet. history. As we made our way from the by dramatic cliffs, caves and rocky

www.cruisingnews.com 21 Australian Trader (T Ryan) New TT-Line Spirit of Tasmania (Rauma Marine)

Bass Trader (WSS Vic)

Celebrating 60 years of the Ferries of by Tim Ryan

For over a century and a half there has been a regular passenger and freight service across Bass Strait between and Devonport in Northern Tasmania . Over the past 60 years a daily service has been maintained by a variety of Roll on – Roll off passenger and cargo ferries with the Princess of Tasmania being the first such vessel when introduced by the in September 1959 .

However, the TT Line who currently Marine Constructions Group to replace the Bass Strait trade with the Australian operate the Spirit of Tasmania twins on the current vessels Spirit of Tasmania Trader which like the Princess had been this service will change their Victorian I and II which were also built at Turku built by the famous in terminal from Melbourne’s Station Pier in Finland in 1998. TT-Line chairman Newcastle. The Empress of Australia to Geelong’s Corio Quay once a new Michael Grainger described the had been built in 1965 at Cockatoo terminal and freight marshalling yard signing of the contract as a significant Island in Sydney to re-open the Sydney are completed later in 2022. Citing event for the company and stipulated – Tasmania passenger service which excessive berthing charges by the that the new vessels would feature up had been discontinued since the Port of Melbourne Corporation as well to $100 million of Australian content. Second World War. as the impact of congestion created The new 48,000 tonne Spirits will be 212 In 1972 the Empress switched routes by visiting cruise ships at Station Pier, metres in length and carry up to 1,800 with the Australian Trader but the Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein passengers. The vessels will be similar in Sydney service was ultimately defended the decision for the move appearance but will be able to carry unsuccessful with the Australian Trader as a positive outcome. It is argued the increased freight volumes compared withdrawn from the route in 1976 and change creates new opportunities for to the current vessels. Construction then transferred to the Royal Australian tourists visiting the Great Ocean Road on the new 212-metre-long vessels is Navy to become the training ship as well as reaping the benefits of a expected to start this year with delivery HMAS Jervis Bay until 1994. In 1995 new modern passenger and freight of the two ships expected in late 2023 it was sold to Greek operators and terminal in Geelong. However, the and 2024 respectively. re-entered service as ro-pax in the new location may prove inconvenient The Australian National Line Mediterranean. After long careers to most Melbourne residents who maintained its Searoad passenger both the former Australian Trader live in the South Eastern suburbs that and freight service across Bass Strait and Princess of Tasmania were finally might wish to visit Tasmania with their for over 25 years with the Princess of retired from service in 2004 and 2005 accompanying cars and caravans. Tasmania being replaced by the larger respectively. move will also pave the way for the Empress of Australia in 1972 after a very The Empress maintained the introduction of two new ro-pax ferries successful 13 years in service. Since Melbourne – Devonport Searoad recently ordered from Finland’s Rauma 1969 the Princess had been joined in service until June 1985 when it was sold

Duba Bridge ex Bass Trader (M Hernandez)

Princess Seaways ex original Searoad Tamar off Princess of Tasmania (T Ryan) Spirit of Tasmania (Shipspotting) Williamstown (T Ryan)

22 June 2021 Empress of Australia (T Ryan)

Theofilos at Salamis Dec 2020 (C Chatzaros)

Brisbane Trader (T Ryan) for operations in the Mediterranean Devil Cat. It was recently reported in their withdrawal from service. Brisbane ultimately being rebuilt as a luxury April that Incat 046 (as T&T Express) Trader, built in 1969 by Evans Deakin in cruise ship in 1990 and renamed Royal foundered in the mid-Atlantic while Brisbane was sold by ANL in 1987 and Pacific. Sadly, the Royal Pacific on a being towed from Tobago and Trinidad renamed Athens Express and the ship cruise from Singapore foundered in to Spain for refit and further service. served in the Mediterranean under the Straits of Malacca in 1992 after a Incat 045 subsequently became HMAS this name until 2010. The Bass Trader collision with another vessel. In August Jervis Bay (II) in the Royal Australian was built at the State Dockyard in 1976 1985 Tasmania’s TT Line took over Navy for use as a fast transport while and sold in 1997 and also served as the service with the newly acquired Incat 050 later served in the Gulf War a ro-pax in the Mediterranean under Abel Tasman that had been built at US Navy as HSV-X1 Joint Venture in a several names. As the Duba Bridge Rendsburg in Germany in 1976 as the similar role but is now operating as a and after 45 years service the ship Nils Holgersson for service between ro-pax again between Douglas and has just completed its final role as a in Sweden and Travemunde Liverpool as Mannannan for the Isle ferry in the Red Sea based in Jeddah in Germany operated also by a TT of Man Manx Line. A fourth Incat 023, and in early June was sold to Indian Line – but no relation to the Tasmanian Seacat Tasmania operated between shipbreakers at Alang for recycling. company. Port Welshpool in Victoria and The Bass Trader was ultimately The Abel Tasman was replaced in 1993 Georgetown in Tasmania between replaced on the Bass Strait service by by the first Spirit of Tasmania which 1990 and 1993 but this service did not its former running mate the Searoad had been built as the Peter Pan also succeed. Tamar built by the Carrington Slipways for the Baltic TT Line service in 1986 at TT Line briefly reinstated the Sydney – Shipyard at Newcastle in 1991. The Bremerhaven in Germany. This ship Tasmania service between 2003 and Searoad Tamar has the distinction served until 2002 when it was replaced 2006 using the Spirit of Tasmania III (ex by the current Spirit of Tasmania twins Superfast II) built at Bremerhaven in of being the last big monohull which had been built as Superfast Germany but ultimately this service commercial ship built in an Australian III and IV just four years earlier. Abel also proved to be unsuccessful. shipyard and also the last ship built Tasman is still currently languishing in On occasion Spirit of Tasmania III for the Australian National Line. After lay up near Piraeus as Theofilos while also operated on the Melbourne over 9,000 crossings of Bass Strait, the the original Spirit of Tasmania serves on -Devonport route and since 2006 has Searoad Tamar has been the longest the DFDS service as Princess Seaways operated in the Mediterranean as serving Bass Strait ferry but was recently between in the UK and Mega Express Four sailing between withdrawn from the Melbourne – Ijmuiden in the Netherlands. Toulon Corsica and Sardinia. Devonport service in April and sold During the late 1990’s TT Line used The Brisbane Trader and Bass Trader, to Bangladesh ship breakers at several Hobart built Incat Ro-Pax two of many freight ferries built by the Chittagong in May. catamarans across Bass Strait on a Australian National Line for service So ends an era of great Australian seasonal basis initially using Incat 045 across Bass Strait are worthy of mention shipbuilding but now the future lies in marketed as Tascat, as well as Incat as both vessels were subsequently the new Bass Strait Spirit of Tasmania ro- 046 and Incat 050, both marketed as converted into Ro-Pax ferries after pax ferries being built in the Baltic.

SOT II & SOT III (C) T Ryan

SOT III last arrival Melbourne Spirit of Tasmania I off (C) T Ryan Sorrento (T Ryan) Incat 045 (T Ryan)

www.cruisingnews.com 23 SOUTH PACIFIC CRUISES BETWEEN THE WARS – Part 6 by Peter Plowman On 18 September 1931, Malolo departed San Francisco on its third long Pacific cruise, lasting 88 days . This time Malolo called first at Los Angeles before heading towards Japan, then visited most of the same ports as in previous years, plus Port Moresby . From there Malolo proceeded directly to Sydney, arriving on 23 November . As the liner came down Sydney Harbour, it passed under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, going west as far as Balls Head before turning around, coming back under the Harbour Bridge and berthing at No 4 Circular Quay East . Malolo looked quite different from its previous two visits, as in December 1930 the liner had gone into drydock for a major overhaul, during which the hull was repainted white, with a blue sheer line and green boot topping . This was a great improvement on the previous brown hull, and gave the ship a much more modern look .

The arrival of the liner was again was eaten before leaving and the tour first of them, named Mariposa, mentioned in the Sydney Morning was continued across Franklin Sound left New York on 16 January 1932 Herald, the story containing the to Vansittart Island, where a tour of carrying 300 passengers, and after following amusing paragraph, written inspection was made. Lady Barron passing through the Panama Canal by one of the reporters who boarded was the next port of call, and here on arrived in Los Angeles on 29 January the ship from the Customs launch as it Boxing Day the excursionists enjoyed and San Francisco on 31 January. came down the harbour:- swimming and shooting during the At 18,017 gross tons, Mariposa had Pressmen were plied with questions morning, and also visited the mutton- accommodation for 475 first class and by charming widows, hard-bitten bird rookery in the vicinity, returning to 240 cabin class passengers. manufacturers, brokers, bankers and Lady Barron in the afternoon to witness When Mariposa departed San all sorts of conditions of men and the annual regatta. The voyage was Francisco on 2 February on its first trip women. One man thought Sydney's resumed early on Sunday morning and across the Pacific, the voyage was foreshores were wasted. He wanted calls were made at Whitemark, the dubbed the "Coronation Cruise", as to see them commercialised. Had he capital of Flinders Island, and Emita, while it would follow the usual route been monarch of all he surveyed, he where the excursionists were afforded to Australia, the return trip would would have factory stacks belching further opportunities for fishing and be made via ports in the Far East, forth smoke and soot. But he was the swimming. The homeward voyage and about 200 of the passengers on exception. The others were delighted then was begun and the vessel board were making the full round trip. with the clean skies, clean fresh air, reached Town Pier at noon yesterday. Mariposa visited Honolulu, Bora Bora, and the beauty of the scene. The Another special island cruise was Pago Pago and Suva before reaching commercialising visitor found no organised for Easter 1932, departing Auckland on 22 February, spending support for his views in his immediate on Thursday, 24 March and returning the day in port. Also in Auckland that neighbourhood. He sought solace in a to Launceston on 28 March, but the day was Aorangi, of the Canadian- cigar and silence. weather was very different to the Australasian Line, which was on its way Malolo stayed in Sydney for three Christmas trip, as the Burnie Advocate to Sydney from Vancouver. The two nights, and left its berth at 6 am on reported on 30 March:- liners departed Auckland together that 26 November. After again calling at The steamer Colliboi returned to evening heading for Sydney, arriving Auckland and several Pacific islands, Launceston yesterday morning from there on Thursday, 25 February, though Malolo returned to San Francisco on 15 her Easter excursion to Flinders and ten hours apart. December, and resumed its place on adjacent islands. While at the islands Mariposa entered Sydney Harbour at the Hawaiian trade. This was the last the vessel had to contend with a 5.32am, and anchored off Watson’s time this vessel would be seen in local strong northerly wind during part of Bay for a medical check. At 6.26am waters under its original name, but it Saturday and Sunday, while heavy the P&O liner Strathnaver also entered would return in the 1960s under the rain fell at intervals. Despite the rough the harbour, passing the American ship name Queen Frederica. conditions, the passengers made as it proceeded to its berth at Circular In Australia, Wm Holyman & Sons the most of their stay, and gained a Quay 4 West, while Mariposa docked scheduled another Christmas cruise by first-hand experience of tho mutton- shortly after at Circular Quay 4 East. Colliboi, as usual departing Launceston bird industry on outlying islands, which Strathnaver, which had entered service on 24 December and visiting the commenced last week. The return trip from Britain to Australia in October same locations in the Bass Strait was commenced early on Monday 1931, was making its second visit to islands, returning to Launceston on afternoon, and the vessel received a Sydney, so two of the newest liners in 29 December. Next day the Mercury severe buffeting during the night from the world were together in Circular reported:- a north-westerly wind. Quay, making a most imposing sight Blue skies, calm seas and bright This was destined to be the last such for the commuters on Sydney Harbour sunshine from daybreak until evening trip this vessel would make, as on 25 ferries, and sightseers who flocked to made the Colliboi's Christmas cruise to August 1932, Colliboi struck a reef off the area to have a look. the Strait Islands a delightful excursion, the appropriately named Cape Grim, At 11am, Strathnaver departed for and the passengers who disembarked on the north coast of Tasmania, and the Jones Bay wharf used by P&O from the vessel at Launceston had to be run aground on a beach at liners when they were staying in yesterday, were enthusiastic in their Woolnorth Point to prevent it sinking, port for several days. Mariposa was praise of the beauty of the Islands. but became a total loss. moved across to the vacated berth at The vessel left Launceston on Christmas Meanwhile, construction had been Circular Quay 4 West, and remained Eve and steamed to Cape Barren underway in the United States of two there for the rest of its visit. At 3.36pm, Island during the night. A short time large liners for Matson Line, to be Aorangi, which had not been able was spent on the Island visiting the placed on their service from California to keep pace with Mariposa across half-caste settlement. Christmas dinner, to New Zealand and Australia. The the Tasman, passed through Sydney

24 June 2021 Malolo Mariposa & Strathnaver

Mariposa Aorungi – Stan Stafaniak painting

Heads, and, having gained medical less fitting was the welcome given by soon as the vessel berthed at Circular clearance, moved down the harbour, other craft on the harbour as the new Quay the tourists left the ship with great passing Mariposa as it went under the 19,000-ton vessel, the largest to trade bustle to see as much of Sydney and Harbour Bridge to its regular berth in to Sydney across the Pacific, came nearby beauty spots as possible until Walsh Bay. up the harbour. Sirens shrieked, and the Mariposa leaves on Saturday night On 26 February the Sydney Morning people on the ferries and foreshores for Port Moresby. Herald reported:- showed keen interest. Mariposa departed Sydney on 27 Few Sydney people had the good The 448 passengers on the Mariposa February, and the voyage back fortune to be up early enough also showed a keen appreciation of to California was made by way of yesterday morning to witness the arrival Sydney. They were so absorbed in the Port Moresby, Singapore, Bangkok, of the new Matson liner Mariposa, views of the harbour and its shores that Manila, Shanghai and Yokohama which is on her maiden voyage. they left till the last minute the more before returning to Honolulu, finally berthing in San Francisco on 28 April. practical side of their voyage – the While the Mariposa was at anchor The next day, sister ship Monterey changing of dollars into Australian off Watson’s Bay, during the medical was delivered to the Matson Line, pounds and the checking of baggage. inspection, the new white P&O liner and after a positioning voyage from Strathnaver came through the Heads More than 200 American tourists are New York arrived in San Francisco on and passed the Mariposa in the making a round cruise by the vessel, 29 May. Subsequently the two sisters stream. The picture was unique for which has come from New York and maintained a regular service from San Sydney. The sun by this time lighted the San Francisco by way of Hawaii, Francisco to Auckland, Sydney and ships with dazzling splendour. Samoa, Fiji and New Zealand, and has Melbourne, with a departure every four Sydney welcomed the Mariposa with yet to pass northward through East to weeks, and the round trip was regularly its most beautiful weather, and not Japan, Hawaii, and San Francisco. As advertised as a cruise.

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www.cruisingnews.com 25 FEATURE STORY Beyond Expectations: Celebrity Cruises’ Newest Ship, Celebrity Beyond, Defies Imagination, Wonder and Luxury

Grand Plaza Rooftop Garden

Celebrity Cruises President and CEO Lutoff-Perlo assembled a dream team stunning Resort Deck featuring unique Lisa Lutoff-Perlo has unveiled the of modern lifestyle icons to bring to life cantilevered float pools; A multi-level, third ship in the company’s industry- extraordinary experiences that allow multi-terraced Sunset Bar redefining transforming “new luxury” Edge guests to connect with each other, the ship’s aft; A first-ever Daniel Boulud Series – Celebrity Beyond. Designed the sea, and their journey. Celebrity fine-dining restaurant at sea; A boldly to give guests endless opportunities Beyond showcases the design talents redesigned Grand Plaza spanning to disconnect from the world – while of multi-award-winning British designer three decks, creating an airy and simultaneously reconnecting with the Kelly Hoppen CBE; celebrated open indoor space; and the return world that surrounds them – Celebrity American designer Nate Berkus; of the Magic Carpet, an engineering Beyond goes further than imagined and lauded Paris-based design firm feat soaring cantilevered above the possible for a cruise ship, creating a Jouin Manku; the innovation of British sea, offering guests uninterrupted new world of wonder and luxury. architect Tom Wright; and the culinary vistas while sipping cocktails or having gifts of Michelin-starred chef and dinner. “There is something about restaurateur Daniel Boulud. The ship will being at sea and looking also feature experiences and products “All of these spaces are for the destination that is from goop CEO and founder Gwyneth so integral to the ship and coming up that is really Paltrow, the brand’s new Wellbeing people’s experience. For Advisor. me, the design project quite special and is the Redefining luxury again, Celebrity reason I sail. The design of Beyond builds on the features became all about this idea the ship is what provides and design of its award-winning that every day someone’s that window to the world predecessors Celebrity Edge (2018) going to feel different and and Celebrity Apex (2020) by creating want to do something – the vantage point. innovative spaces that set the brand More space on Beyond apart from others in the industry. different but always want created a bigger ‘window’ Every element of Celebrity Beyond’s the ultimate holiday.” and enabled us to add look and feel has been carefully Kelly Hoppen CBE, designer elements that I had always curated including: The Retreat, an exclusive resort-within-a-resort area “Celebrity Cruises has always been an dreamed of for Celebrity’s for suite guests, highlighted by a new innovator at sea, and now we have Edge Series.” two-storey sundeck; Transformed challenged the status quo with a Tom Wright, lead architect, WKK accommodations from modern two- vessel that goes beyond expectations, storey villas with private plunge pools beyond imagination,” said Lutoff-Perlo. Inspired by a vision to take the cruise to staterooms with infinite verandas; “With Celebrity Beyond, we saw an industry into the next era of luxury, An expanded Rooftop Garden and opportunity to take the extraordinary

26 June 2021 The Retreat The Retreat

The Retreat

Sunset Bar Luminae Restaurant Sunset Bar

features of Celebrity Edge – like the two-storey Retreat Sundeck will offer important to today’s traveller. focus on the connection with the more unadulterated outdoor bliss The main open deck, 40 per cent ocean and the grand spaces – and and ways to rejuvenate in the fresh larger than on previous Edge Series really amplify them,” said Richard Fain, ocean air with secluded cabanas, chic ships, features an enormous living Chairman of Royal Caribbean Group, new seating areas, additional water Rooftop Garden designed by Hoppen parent company of Celebrity Cruises.“ features and the exclusive Retreat Bar. and includes increased seating The warm and inviting Retreat Lounge offering new private nooks and more “When a good designer is a newly stylish space to unwind; while spaces for movie watching, enjoying thinks about how Hoppen’s new take on the adjacent live music and outdoor dining at the private restaurant Luminae, now at expanded Rooftop Grill. A highlight something should look, the front of the ship, becomes a space of this area is Wright’s incorporation they’re thinking about how where every corner provides a new of two spectacular floating pools people should feel. I took experience with each visit, in keeping cantilevered six and a half feet over inspiration from some of with the daily changing menu. the side of the ship, taking guests Connecting Two Worlds: Nowhere is beyond the water’s edge. my favourite places in the more rejuvenating than the open sea, world – the best parts of and Celebrity Beyond ensures guests “Le Voyage will be a Mexico, the best parts of are able to take full advantage of both culinary journey like no Greece, the best parts of the luxurious design of the ship while soaking in the world around them. other and will reflect the Uruguay with the best parts Perhaps best known for designing flavours of the destinations of California.” the world-famous Burj Al Arab Hotel, the ship will visit. The Nate Berkus, designer lead architect Tom Wright of WKK menu will be grounded has expanded the exterior spaces in the DNA of my French The Retreat: A Resort In and of Itself – on Celebrity Beyond, transforming One of the most sought-after interior them into serene outward-facing roots, but, at the same designers in the world, Kelly Hoppen sanctuaries leveraging endless ocean time, it’s going to be very CBE, has reimagined aspects of the vistas and breath-taking panoramas adventurous. I want this design for The Retreat, the unrivaled of the extraordinary places the ship to be the most special and exclusive resort space for suite will visit. His design both lengthens guests, including all new suites, and the ship by 20 metres and raises the restaurant at sea.” brought her globally renowned ship to 17 decks tall, allowing for Daniel Boulud, chef style to outdoor venues such as the the reimagination of The Retreat, Rooftop Garden and the main pool the Resort Deck, and the Rooftop On the Resort Deck, guests will enjoy area on the Resort Deck. The new, Garden – outdoor spaces increasingly a stunning asymmetrical space with

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a 25-yard lap pool surrounded by a Berkus has created a chic, Moroccan- transport guests to the very places terraced pool deck and new sunken inspired escape that is reminiscent of that inspire the Michelin-rated chef. seating areas designed by Hoppen. a modern-day Casablanca. Guests Complementing the menu, world-class Wright also designed the signature will enter through a pergola-covered sommeliers will pair the perfect wine Edge Series Magic Carpet, a tennis- entrance to enjoy one of the hottest with every dish from Celebrity Cruises’ court sized cantilevered platform spots at sea. “most awarded” wine collection at that scales the side of the ship and Luxury in Every Detail – The core of sea. Complementing Chef Boulud’s Also PUBLISHER of special transforms from open-air lounge Celebrity Beyond’s vision of luxury is the world-class menu is the restaurant’s custom edition for Clean Cruising or restaurant hovering above the Grand Plaza, a transformational place ambiance, which is also the result of ocean along higher decks to a tender at the centre of the ship designed by Jouin Manku’s creative talents. platform for going ashore on lower Jouin Manku — the team responsible Rethinking Wellness at Sea – Luxury decks. Featured on Celebrity Beyond, for designing the Jules Verne restaurant didn’t stop at the architectural design it debuted on Celebrity Edge in 2018 in the Eiffel Tower — and offering a and culinary experience, but extended and is still considered one of the most different experience with every visit. into how Celebrity Cruises thought of unique design innovations ever for a Inspired by the piazzas of Italy that wellness on Celebrity Beyond. New to cruise ship. serve as life centres of towns where the ship are AquaClass SkySuites. From architecture and social connection floor-to-ceiling ocean views, private become one, the Grand Plaza spans “Guests really gravitated verandas, luxurious bedding and other three decks at the heart of the ship, to this area [the Grand wellness amenities, Celebrity Beyond boldly declaring it is the place to has thought of everything to nourish Plaza] on Celebrity Edge, see and be seen. Larger than Grand its guests’ mind, body, and spirit on making it the most popular Plazas on its sister Edge Series ships, the holiday. Celebrity Beyond also sets sail Celebrity Beyond Grand Plaza has an gathering spot on the with a new partnership with actress ship. So, we expanded the airier atmosphere with more room for intimate seating. The added space and entrepreneur Gwyneth Paltrow, area and then took a lot allowed designers to move the Martini serving as the line’s new Wellbeing of inspiration from modern Bar into the centre of the venue as Advisor. opera halls for the design a full, circular bar. Hanging proudly Celebrity Beyond will depart on her above the new Martini Bar, the Grand maiden voyage on 27 April, 2022 from – opening it up, giving it a Plaza’s iconic chandelier boasts a Southampton on a 10 night Western loftier, airier atmosphere.” new, organic shape with hundreds Europe cruise visiting Bordeaux, Sanjit Manku, co-founder, Jouin Manku of individual LED lights that cast an France; Lisbon, Portugal; and Seville, inviting glow at all hours. Malaga, Palma de Mallorca and Celebrity Cruises’ Edge Series Design Connected to the Grand Plaza is the Barcelona, Spain . She will then offer Ambassador Nate Berkus stepped into top table of culinary excellence at sea, a variety of Mediterranean journeys the role of designer himself, to imagine the new, intimate 50-seat restaurant including 9 night Italian Riviera one of the most anticipated venues by world-renowned chef Daniel and France itineraries and 10 night on Celebrity Beyond – the Sunset Boulud. Aptly named Le Voyage, Greek Isles itineraries through early Bar. Inside this space that is nearly travel is the inspiration for the globally October, when she then heads to the twice as large as previous iterations, inspired flavours within, designed to Caribbean .

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28 June 2021 UNICEF AUSTRALIA Thanks P&O Pacific Partnership for support of program In PNG that has saved lives of hundreds of mothers and newborn babies Published Following support from the guest- so generously support made such a February, April, June, August, NNE WI R October & December funded P&O Pacific Partnership and positive difference to the wellbeing of other donors, UNICEF’s ‘Saving Lives, mothers and babies. Having seen the Publisher/Editor John Treacy Spreading Smiles’ program in PNG, has program in action, it is inspiring to know 2 0 S 1 D saved the lives of hundreds of mothers 7 that the Partnership’s support helped C R Associate Editor R A U AW ISE Y Kerry Treacy INDUSTR and newborn babies. save hundreds of mothers and infants.” Advertising UNICEF Australia has expressed its In addition to the Partnership support, John Treacy & Associates gratitude for the Partnership’s support the ongoing program is jointly funded Ph + 61 7 3349 6788 of the program in remote areas of by Australia’s Department of Foreign PO Box 2005, Mansfield the Western Highlands and Milne Bay Queensland 4122, Australia Affairs and Trade and other supporters Email: [email protected] Provinces with the program credited of UNICEF Australia, and is aligned with Web Site with saving 315 mothers and 1450 the PNG Government’s strategic health www.cruisingnews.com newborns. policies and priorities. Design & Layout PNG has one of the worst maternal The ‘Saving Lives, Spreading Smiles’ CINCO Solutions and child health indicators in the program includes interventions to Proudly Published in Australia by Pacific region. An estimated 40 per prevent infant deaths due to a sudden cent of pregnant women experienced loss of body temperature. These pregnancy-related health problems interventions involve: ‘Kangaroo mother combined with high infant mortality care’ where parents are encouraged in which 6,000 babies die in their first to use a special newborn skin-to-skin month of life, mostly from conditions technique where babies are held ABN 71 083 652 019 ISSN 1447 - 2112 | easily prevented with basic medical chest-to-chest to keep them warm and care. Also PUBLISHER of special the ‘Bebi Kol Kilok’ alert bracelet for custom edition for Clean Cruising Illustrating the effectiveness of the premature and low birth weight babies UNICEF program in partnership with the to detect neonatal hypothermia, Photos this issue – P&O Aust, Carnival Cruise PNG National Department of Health, facilitating improved thermal care of Lines, Celebrity Cruises, RCI, Seabourn Cruises, the case fatality rate among newborns newborns. Princess Cruises, Viking Cruises, Disney Cruises, with neonatal conditions at one In releasing a report for the year to 30 Holland America, Ambassador Cruise Line, provincial hospital nursery fell from 18 June 2020, UNICEF Australia thanked Heritage Expedition Cruises, P&O UK, Silversea per cent to four per cent in one year. Cruises, Oceania Cruises, NCL, Cunard, MSC the P&O Pacific Partnership “for its Cruises, Avalon Waterways & Uniworld. “The communities we visit in PNG are crucial support and commitment to close to our hearts and we look forward ‘Saving Lives, Spreading Smiles’.” “Its to our ships returning there with the contribution was particularly important much anticipated restart of cruising,” and relevant in reaching childbearing said Sture Myrmell, President of P&O women, male family members and their AUGUST 2021 Cruises Australia. “Our guests, who newborns in remote locations in the appreciate the warm welcome they Western Highlands Province and Milne receive in PNG, will be delighted that Bay Province," said Tony Stuart CEO of the P&O Pacific Partnership that they UNICF Australia.

Statement from Princess Cruises on the passing of Gavin MacLeod “It is with sadness people something to dream about.” felt to the depth of Gavin, who celebrated his 90th the oceans that we birthday in February, officially became mourn the passing of Princess Cruises’ global ambassador actor Gavin MacLeod in 1986, appearing in a vast array of our beloved global advertising campaigns and countless ambassador, dearest friend and public and media appearances for treasured member of the Princess the company. His role for Princess Cruises family for more than 35 years. continued until his passing. From his 10 seasons staring as Captain Merrill Stubing on the hit TV show “The All of us at Princess Cruises and our Love Boat” (1977 to 1986) and for loyal guests around the world whom, more than three decades following to this day, remain avid fans of Gavin’s, The MSC Yacht Club the show’s final season, Gavin send our heartfelt condolences to his enthusiastically shared his passion wife Patricia (Patti) and his entire family about the joys and adventures of who have lost a loving husband, father Plus a comprehensive exploring the world while cruising. and grandfather. We offer our sincerest coverage of Global He always reminded us that – like gratitude to them for sharing Gavin Passenger Cruising the popular TV series, “cruising gives with all of us for so many years.”

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www.cruisingnews.com 29 advice from the health officials, but we and most recently a fantastic new are hoping that the ongoing discussions Welcome Centre which opened in Eden our industry is having with the Government in May. The eye-catching new structure, about the stringent protocols and which will also be home to the Visitor procedures being developed from pre- Information Centre, is the first new cruise boarding to disembarkation to protect construction project to have completed cruise passengers and crews will give in the last 12 months and carried with it them the confidence to allow us to the spirit of promise for the future when it bring more vessels back into Australia for opened. domestic cruises. In Australia, we need to keep pressure on With successful cruising re-starts around the Government to make way for a safe the world, we already have some good and controlled resumption of cruising. case studies to learn from. Unfortunately With many thousands of jobs on the line though, while the current ban exists, we and businesses under pressure, it is critical only have a total of four smaller vessels in From the ACA desk: that the Government turns the stop sail Australia to satisfy the pent-up demand As I write this column, order to a ready, set, sail possibility. from cruise passengers to get out and see we are two weeks their own country. Our goal is to get small foreign flagged away from the end cruise ships back into Australia to deliver of the Government’s Prior to COVID, Australians cruised more per capita than any other country with COVID safe holidays for Australians Biosecurity Declaration currently denied the opportunity to travel which currently bans an amazing contribution of around $5B to our country’s economy. With passengers around our country by sea. I hope that all foreign flagged by the time I sit down to write the next cruise ships from enjoying their visits to our major gateway capital cities and nearly 50 fascinating column, the faint glimmer of hope will be entering Australian waters. regional ports, the industry was supporting a more brightly shining light. A small glimmer of hope has been given the livelihoods of over 18,000 workers. This Further Details – and all media to the cruise industry with Minister for included people staffing the ports, servers enquiries: Tourism, Dan Tehan advising recently in local cafes and gift shops, tour guides Jill Abel, Chief Executive Officer that he was looking forward to working and coach drivers for example. Australian Cruise Association with the industry to increase cruising in We have also seen the cruise industry Tel/Fax: +61 3 6223 7334 Australia. support infrastructure growth with the Mob: 0419 511 966 Naturally, this will be dependent on opening of new ports and wharf facilities [email protected]

The 2021-22 NZ revive NZ cruise and the only option difficult for NZ Government to argue cruise season, we are given currently is to meet with that NZ maritime borders should remain beginning in MBIE (Ministry Business Innovation & closed between Australia and NZ). October 2021, still Employment) monthly (3 meetings in) Australians and New Zealanders made has more than whilst appreciated, this is going slowly to up about 60% of visiting cruise passengers 1000 port calls say the very least. We have been advised to New Zealand. We can still have a booked. These (MBIE) that we need to get community viable, safe cruise industry if the border bookings will support for the return of cruise and we is open with Australia (and we are remain in place are supporting CLIA and really looking until cruise lines receive more certainty forward to their wonderfully successful allowed to bring cruise ships to New that they should be cancelled. Currently Ready Set Sail initiative being launched Zealand). On a really positive note it’s both Australia and New Zealand here. been fantastic to have some Sydney continue to close the maritime borders based cruise executives over to visit in We are also visiting regions to gather due to slow vaccination rollouts; it does the last weeks. Absolutely brilliant! One and gain support working with Regional feel as if Australia is going to pave the thing we have been discussing amongst Tourism Authorities and within Destination way for our return however with the high the many needs to get revival going is Management Plans. We urgently need level industry collaboration appearing to the value to the NZ economy in terms be getting somewhere finally. more open support for the return of NZ Cruise not just from community but from of jobs – estimated to be 11,500 in the Cruise lines are starting to cancel New our Government the two go hand in 2018-19 season is something that cannot Zealand again, as the world re-starts hand as per the Aviation sector. be ignored. If we do not get this restart cruising in the Caribbean, USA, Alaska, of our industry for 21/22 (with prior clarity Supporting lobby groups and various Europe, Asia, UK – we are being left to that) then we are in serious contention influencers within groups such as Travel behind. The consequences of this are not to lose yet more long term commitment Agents, AKL Retailers/Hospo, Bus & seasonal, this will be for years as the fleets as the world reopens largely based on commit in chunks of years not season by Coach, Heart of the City, Hotel Sector efficient and fast vaccination programs season. Many lines have mandated full are meeting with us and ready to throw (USA, Alaska, Iceland, Singapore, Taiwan, vaccination requirements for both crew/ in public and closed-door support for the UK, Europe, Caribbean all now either re- passengers. We need to speed up our revival of NZ cruise. This is badly needed. opened or have firm dates for their cruise vaccination program. New Zealand is Our focus in New Zealand is no longer restarts). Forget any personal FOMO we currently (early June) only 3% vaccinated on getting domestic cruising up and have Destination FOMO right now. with our now Government mooting running – when cruise returns, we must concern if we will even receive our include passengers from Australia. Debbie Summers second order of vaccines in July/August. Once Australia allows a cruise ship into Executive Director IDNZ/Chairman We are asking Government to work Australian waters it can become part of New Zealand Cruise Association with us to develop a road map to the trans-Tasman bubble (will be more [email protected] #WeAreCruise He Waka Eke Noa

30 June 2021 Cunard’s Captain Christopher Wells Retires after 20 Years with the Brand, And Awarded Rank of Commodore received wishing him all the very best During his three decades on cruise and noting his much-loved sense ships, Commodore Wells has had the of humour as well as the respect he pleasure of meeting Her Majesty the commanded. We thank him for the Queen at the naming event for Queen enormous contribution he has made to Mary 2 and once again as Master Cunard, in a highlight packed career, at the naming of Queen Elizabeth. and wish him an equally successful Another highlight was in 2017 when Commodore Wells climbed the tallest retirement.” sail of the Sydney Opera House to Bournemouth-born Commodore Wells mark the 10th anniversary of Queen began his career at sea on board Mary 2’s very first visit to the Australian tankers and bulk carriers in South East city. Asia before transitioning to cruise Cunard Captain, Christopher Wells, Commodore Wells combined his has retired after a 20-year career with shipping in 1992, first with Cunard then seafaring career with a 25-year Cunard, part of 30 years spent working Princess Cruises, P&O Cruises and P&O commission in the Royal Naval Reserve across Carnival Corporation cruise Cruises Australia before returning to (RNR) and remains an Honorary lines. In recognition of his outstanding Cunard. Captain in the RNR. service he has been awarded the rank of Commodore. Commodore Wells has spent the last 13 years leading the team on board Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, having originally been a key part of the commissioning of the ship, which launched in 2004. Cunard president Simon Palethorpe said: “Commodore Wells has been a wonderful ambassador for Cunard, proudly upholding the finest traditions and highest standards of the world’s most famous shipping line. It is only fitting, and I am delighted, that he be awarded the rank of Commodore, the highest rank afforded to any seafarer. He’ll be sorely missed by colleagues and guests alike, evidenced by the vast numbers of cards that have been

Princess Cruises’ Australia Team Strengthens Trade Relations with Internal Sales Reorganisation Cruises’ Director of Sales and David will work alongside Shaun Marketing said,”The last year has Kavanagh (Key Account Manager) to been challenging and uncertain for drive strategic planning and marketing our sector. Yet, during this pause in support to large accounts within operation, we identified an opportunity the longstanding Carnival Australia to review how the Sales Team supports Partnership program. Heather Pryde our trade partner’s day in and day will continue in her role as National out. The changes we are making will Account Manager overseeing key maximise the collective experience relationships across Australia and New of our national team and align with Zealand. All three roles will continue to our future field sales strategy and report to Nick Ferguson. engagement with trade partners.” In other changes to the Sales Team, Princess Cruises has announced “Our new State Managers are Jared Elly Eves has been promoted to Sales strategic changes to their Sales Voss (VIC/TAS), Helen Mezzen (QLD), Operations Specialist, managing a function to strengthen support for Rachaell Tyrrell (NSW/ACT) and Emma number of Princess Cruises’ more travel agents across Australia and New Pequin (WA) with roles covering South specialised distribution channels Zealand. The changes include the Australia/Northern Territory & New and providing distribution operation creation of five new State Manager Zealand to follow in time.” support including Groups, Academy leadership positions across Australia Mr Ferguson said that Brett Wendorf travel consultant training, local co-op and a new National Manager position will continue in the position of Head marketing activities and addressing planned for New Zealand. In addition, of Sales Operations leading the State customer service escalations. Working there will be expanded Key and Managers and the Sales Operations alongside Elly in Sales Operations National Account management and Team across the region. is former VIC/TAS and WA Business Sales Analytics teams and a Sales David Craven, who had formerly held Development Manager, Jackie Operations Support Group. the position of Queensland Business Schurmann, who moves into a Sales Speaking on the revised Sales Team Development Manager, has been Specialist role leading a number of IT structure, Nick Ferguson, Princess promoted to Key Account Manager. projects for the Sales Team.

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