Tune in for another episode of “Our Take on Cruise” with Shannon & Roger! 🌊 (Roger Blum was looking to make a splash but decided the consequences far outweighed the laugh. 🤔) 🚢 Leadership Shifts: They delve into exciting changes in the cruising world, discussing Chris Austin stepping in as the North American President of Explora Journeys and Dondra Ritzenthaler’s upcoming role as CEO of Azamara Cruises. 📊 Market Insights: They explore the implications of a record-setting wave season in 2024. With 88% of inventory already sold, Jason Liberty’s insights from Royal Caribbean Group’s earnings call hint at soaring prices. It’s a classic case of supply and demand—those early bookings were golden! 🛳️ Behind the Scenes: Reflecting on new ship startups and inaugurals, it’s a colossal effort to launch even one new ship a year—Carnival Cruise Line, however, has astonishingly launched their seventh vessel in just over 2.5 years! Kudos to Christine Duffy and the team on Carnival Firenze’s debut. Stay tuned for more insider takes and professional insights with a dash of fun. Don’t miss out! 🌟🎥 #OurTakeOnCruise #CruiseIndustry #cruiseindustryexperts #cruise #wearecruise