4 CONTENTS 40 Windstar Cruises’ Christopher Prelog discusses brand visibility, refurbishments and destinations 42 Scenic Group’s Ken Muskat explains new ships are empowering Emerald Cruises to elevate the luxury cruising experience 44 Steve Odell of Oceania Cruises explains how the brand’s focus on culinary experiences is redefining the concept of luxury cruising Cruise Business 32 Dr. Joerg Rudolph shares how Aroya Cruises is working with partners to deliver the world’s first Arabian cruises that also appeal to international guests 38 Dondra Ritzenthaler outlines her journey as CEO of Azamara Cruises and her future plans for growing the brand Keynote 10 TUI Cruises’ CEO Wybcke Meier talks about the new InTUItion ships and shares her perspective on how the industry can decarbonise before EU regulations come into force in 2050 Marketwatch 20 A collection of news from ship operators, ports and destinations and other businesses operating in the cruise and ferry sectors, including the latest on Royal Caribbean International’s second Icon-class ship, Star of the Seas 46 Wendy Atkin-Smith of Viking gives an insight into the brand’s fleet expansion plans and destinationfocused cruises 48 Crystal Cruises’ Matias Lira details the luxury line’s plans to grow its fleet and improve the guest experience 50 Ahead of Century Cruises joining Europe’s rivers in 2026, CFR asks executives from the brand, UNITED WATERWAYS and Mdesigns how they are creating its new ship 54 Cruise Lines Industry Association’s Bud Darr shares key updates in the cruise industry Expedition Cruise Business 58 Expedition Cruise Network’s Akvile Marozaite discusses the sector’s rapid growth, changing ships and environmental efforts 64 Twelve Expedition Cruise Network members highlight how they are advancing research, while inspiring guests to become explorers and citizen scientists 10 32
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