All articles by julian turner
julian turner
Cuban revolution – the hottest destination the Caribbean
The relaxation of the embargo between the US and Cuba spells the dawn of a new era for cruise companies, which are now able to sail to Cuban shores for the first time in 50 years. While this is bound to create a profitable new market for ‘social impact’ cruises, how will the country handle its new-found popularity as the hottest destination in the Caribbean?
Set sail for the East – the cruise industry in China
It’s already well established that China is the next big market for the cruise industry, and the announcement by Carnival that a new brand will be launched specifically for the country’s burgeoning customer base only adds to the hype. Colin Castle speaks to the company’s chief operations officer, Alan Buckelew, and CLIA Asia’s secretary-general, David Goh, about what the new brand might look like and how the new customers differ.
Power play – the use of cold ironing in the cruise industry
As a major new shoreside power project unfolds in Shanghai, the use of cold ironing remains a subject of debate in the cruise industry. How close are we to a truly standardised approach, and are the costs really prohibitive? Patrick Kingsland hears from industry leaders on both sides of the debate.
Overnights to remember – maximising revenue from the one-night market
Overnight stays are appearing more regularly in cruise itineraries, but how can ports, destinations and lines work together to appeal to wider audiences and maximise revenue? AIDA’s Kay-Uwe Maross, Silversea’s Darius Mehta and Linda Springmann, and Holland America Line’s Paul Goodwin discuss.
Cruise on the up down under – inside the Australian market
With sustained growth underway across the Asia-Pacific cruise market, Australia recently surpassed its goal of a million local passengers. Ann Sherry, CEO of Carnival Australia, and Gavin Smith, regional vice-president of Asia-Pacific at RCL and chair of CLIA Australasia, discuss the factors driving this boom and the best way of fully tapping into what could be the cruise industry’s most exciting market.
The look of luxury – analysing the high-end cruise sector
With several upscale brands building or planning new ships, how is the luxury segment evolving in the face of shifting demographics and changing demands? Greg Noone talks to Crystal Cruises president Edie Rodriguez and CEO of Seabourn Rick Meadows about how their companies are preparing to cater for the newest intake of cruise customers.
The big interview – Christine Duffy
Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy may only have been in the role since February, but the former head of the CLIA is no stranger to the cruise sector. She speaks to Phin Foster about tackling new challenges, engaging with stakeholders and creating a guest experience that appeals across market segments.
Dressed to the nine – Carnival’s next-generation new-builds
Carnival Corporation’s enormous nine-ship order – split between Fincantieri and Meyer Werft – is the largest ever placed by the company, and will feature ‘next-generation’ newbuild designs that are unprecedented in size and energy efficiency. What accounts for this sudden spree in activity, and what will differentiate these vessels from their predecessors? The company’s senior vice-president for shipbuilding, Bo-Eriq Blomqvist, talks Oliver Hotham through the order.
A call on new horizons – the global shipbuilding industry
European shipyards account for almost all cruise ships currently under construction, yet threat from the Far East and the rise of China’s domestic cruise market pose interesting challenges. What efforts are being made to consolidate such a position of strength, and how likely is a shift in the balance of power? Rod James speaks with industry leaders to find out.
The true escape to the seas – inside Norwegian’s Breakaway-Plus class
The first ship in Norwegian Cruise Line’s Breakaway-Plus class, Escape, may feature a hull painting from acclaimed artist Guy Harvey, but it is through sophisticated interior design that the ship hopes to make its biggest impact. World Cruise Industry Review takes a closer look at the newest, largest ship in its fleet to discover how the desire to give guests ever more freedom influences design.