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Join CLIA as they take you through the ever-growing world of the cruise industry. Take part in the conversation online by using the hashtag #CLIApod
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Episode 123 - Andy Harmer Talks With Rob Scott From P&O Cruises
CLIA MD for UK & Ireland Andy Harmer sat down with Rob Scott Vice President for Sales and Marketing & Brand for P&O Cruises to discuss how as a brand they have evolved and putting the holiday maker at the center of their strategy. Rob also shares exciting details about existing and upcoming partnerships including Gary Barlow, Wallace, and Gromit. 2024 and beyond looks to be a hugely exciting time for agents looking to learn more about P&O cruises as well as how agents can get on board ships to see the amazing ships for themselves.
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Episode 122 - Andy Harmer Talks With Eithne Williamson From Princess Cruises
Andy Harmer talks with Eithne Williamson (Vice President of Princess Cruises UK and Europe).
Eithne tells as all about her journey into her current role at Princess Cruises whom she joined in 2022 as well as what makes Princess Cruises special. As an exciting 2024 builds up speed Eithne has lots to share about "Princess Medallion" as well as what’s instore for guests on "Sun Princess" when she sets sail in the Med in February. Listen out for exciting news about agents looking to see "Sun Princess" in the UK. -
Episode 121 - Andy Harmer Talks With Janet Parton From Celestyal Cruises
CLIA favourite Janet Parton joins Andy Harmer to talk about her new role of VP Business Development UK, Europe & Australiaat Celestyal Cruise as she makes her switch from River Cruise back to the Ocean Cruises sector. After recent announcments from Celestyal Cruises in terms of fleet updates and also new exciting destinations as well as switching to an all year round cruising company.
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Episode 120 - Andy Harmer Talks With Shane Riley From Virgin Voyages
Andy Harmer caught up with Shane Riley (vice-president of international sales and marketing) for Virgin Voyages in Portugal to talk about the importance of the UK, Virgin Voyages returning with a ship to the UK, expanding across Europe, Australia and beyond with unique itineraries.
Importance of the trade as well as his feelings of having what he describes as “pinch myself moments” from when he first joined Virgin Voyages. 2023 has been a bumper year for award wins which looks set to continue in 2024. -
The Cruise Lines Family Tree (Bonus Content)
Learn more about the range of CLIA Member Cruise Lines available to UK & Ireland customers as Adele Foster talks with Andy Harmer.
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Episode 119 - Andy Harmer talks with Luke Smith from Carnival Cruise Line
Andy Harmer caught up with Luke Smith (Director, International Sales) for Carnival Cruise Line during recent travel agent event. Luke shares his views on the importance of attending agents events as well as exciting updates to the current fleet. Plus, find out more about the first Seacoaster (BOLT) which is set to launch passengers into new speeds never experienced at sea.