All articles by Ky Nikitha
Ky Nikitha
Comedians on cruise ships getting cash
Stand-up comedy is one of the most important parts of a cruise ship’s entertainment offering, even if its inner workings are little understood by comics and passengers alike. Greg Noone talks to Royal Caribbean International’s Nick Weir, Kelli Gemmola of The Sit Down Comedy Club and comedian Bruce Smirnoff about what it takes to successfully perform on the cruise circuit.
Run a tight shop
Traditionally, cruise lines have emphasised affordability in their retail policies. But habits are changing, with operators pivoting towards more upmarket offerings. Andrea Valentino talks to Miguel Maal, an expert in cruise retail, and Adrian Pittaway, head of retail at MSC, about the benefits of turning the act of shopping into a valued experience in its own right.