Celestyal announces acquisition of new ship
The ship was originally Ryndam for Holland America Line
Celestyal, the Greek Islands and Eastern Mediterranean specialist, has confirmed the acquisition of a new ship.
The ship, which was originally built as the Ryndam for Holland America Line before transferring over to P&O Australia, will become be renamed the Celestyal Journey.
The 1,260-guest ship will undergo a €20 million refurbishment before entering service.
“While the global events of the past few years have placed our growth plans on pause, the positive industry outlook along with strong bookings for the coming season provides Celestyal with the opportunity to recommence the process of renewing our fleet with new vessels,” said Chris Theophilides, CEO.
“In addition to her expansive open decks, numerous bar and dining options and spacious public areas and staterooms, the Celestyal Journey provides our guests with a significant increase in premium and balcony staterooms, which continue to be in high demand on all of our voyages. We look forward to welcoming her to the Celestyal fleet!’’
CroisiEurope investing in UK with new call centre
The new call centre will open on March 1, 2023
CroisiEurope is to open a UK call centre which will allow it to sell flight-inclusive packages in the UK for the first time.
The new call centre will open on March 1, 2023.
The company is also recruiting for a business development manager for the Midlands, the north of England and Scotland. The new recruit will report into John Fair, the company’s UK sales director.
Fair said: “With strong sales and increased interest in our river, ocean, coastal and hotel barge products, now is the perfect time to invest in the UK and further reinforce our commitment to this very important market. We’re really excited to be working with Blue Water Holidays who will be managing our call centre. We’ve enjoyed a successful relationship with them for many years and I’m confident that they can help us with our expansion plans in the UK.”
CroisiEurope is also targeting growth in its coach and group travel business which is headed up in the UK by Gabrielle Alam.
For reservations and further information visit croisieurope.co.uk