Holland America Line seeks an Assistant Beverage Manager

Holland America Line seeks an Assistant Beverage Manager to assist the Beverage Manager in managing the vessel's Bars and Lounges including the effective administration, supervision and execution of programs consistent with the company standards and goals of providing excellent service while generating maximum revenue.

Princess Cays, Bahamas

Today on Princess Cays is located about 30 miles from Nassau, at the southern portion of the island of Eleuthera. Two miles wide, this island retreat is a great snorkeling and dive spot. A coral reef surrounds the island. To protect the coral reef that surrounds Princess Cays, Emerald anchored off-shore today and we were tendered to what they call Love Boat Marina.

T&T NEWS Makers: Alex Karls will be on Carnival Breeze 2012 !!!

CONGRATS TO OUR LITTLE SHINING STAR ALEX!!!!
You deserve that & more Alex!

OMG Bel-
I just got accepted to the Carnival Breeze. The Breeze is a brand new ship to carnival. I will be out of Barcelona, Spain for six months. Bel!!!!! I am so excited for this new opportunity and i can't wait. I will give you more details about my dates on when I will be leaving. I will be there sometime next April or May 2012. The first voyage is in June:)

Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday to you.
See you Jan:) Miss You

Published Destination Features

My article is on this issue!! http://www.sayl.fi/suomi-usa-lehti

TEXBOOKS: GEOG 498 The CLIA Guide to The Cruise Industry By: Dr. Mare Mancini

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"It’s Show Time Folks” by Alex

"It’s Show Time Folks”

By Alex Karls, GEOG 444

             My name is Alex all the way from Minnnnnnnnnnnnnesooooooooota!  The first thing I did before enrolling as a student at St. Cloud State University in the Travel and Tourism program was to find a job in the traveling field. I had an interview two years ago and have worked for Carnival Cruise Line for about two years.  Fall of 2011 I did an internship from St. Cloud State University, Minnnnnnnnnnnnnesooooooooota.

            People skills, energy, and being a hard worker is what got me the job with Carnival two years ago.  My job title is called "Entertainment Staff” One of the things that I truly value is the word “FUN" for our guests. My job is to provide the most memorable vacation for our guests. There are lots of activities during the cruise.  Some of the activities that I host are trivia's, BINGO, outdoor sports and much more.  During my activities I provide a friendly and lively atmosphere towards the guests.

            One of the major perks that I have is traveling while working at the same time.  I have been to more than six different countries and fifteen different islands.  For the last two years I have covered 230,000 nautical miles of ocean.  Meeting people from different parts of the world and seeing places while in ports has been one of the best experiences ever.

            Carnival is a great company to work for. I will be back at St. Cloud State University in Spring of 2012 as a senior.  Carnival has taught me great work ethics; which makes me a strong student in the Travel and Tourism Department.  I enjoy working for the company of Carnival and have many years up ahead.  Bon Voyage Folks!!!!!!!

 "Being your-self is what makes you successful"

                                                ~Alex~ 

JOBS: Cunard International Host/ess

International Host/essJob Description
Principal Functions
General Duties
· Acts as host (ess) and liaison for French- / German- / Japanese- / Spanish-speaking passengers.
· Assists with Entertainment Staff duties.
Specific Duties
· Translates Daily Programs, menus and sundry passenger information.
· Staffs a reception/hospitality desk, dealing with all inquiries for non-English-speaking guests.
· Translates speeches and announcements.
· Delivers lectures embarkation- , disembarkation procedures etc.
· Conducts foreign languages lessons for English-speaking passengers, ("German for beginners" etc.)
· Socialises with passengers, particularly in the evening.
Requirements
Skills Necessary
· Fluency in English, both written and spoken as well as two of the following languages: German, French, Spanish and Japanese.
· A good working knowledge of gastronomic terminology.
· A pleasant speaking voice and good microphone technique.
· Computer literacy (at present using PC based Words for Windows programs).
· An outgoing personality and good conversational skills.
· Immaculate appearance.
· Strong Presentation skills

Holland America Cruise Lines

Key Job Responsibilities for Travel Guides: Performance: Give dynamic PowerPoint presentations about the ports of call and related topics of interest Provide knowledgeable and accurate information about the itinerary in a exciting and educational way Drive revenue to Shore Excursions onboard by promoting tours whenever appropriate Provide entertaining and informative narration from the bridge in specified scenic cruising areas Programming: Prepare and develop PowerPoint presentations based on the itinerary Present a minimum of two (2) presentations on sea days and one (1) on partial sea days Manage daily schedule with direction from the Event Manager and Seattle Enrichment Manager Foster a positive working relationship with other departments, particularly Shore Excursions Lead travel-oriented entertainment activities (i.e. “Travel Trivia” and language classes) Share knowledge collected by adding presentations and resource materials to the E-Resource Library Guest Relations: Greet guests on the gangway/tender dock when in port to answer last-minute questions Interact with guests in a positive and helpful manner Positively represent Holland America Line both on and off the ship Hold adequate desk hours (minimum of two hours per day) to answer guest questions Policies and Procedures: Read and follow MOM E04 – EXPLORE OUR WORLD. Adhere to uniform policies, appearing professional and well groomed at all times. Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental Practices Provide an accurate and in-depth handover at end of contract. PLEASE INCLUDE A RECENT PHOTOGRAPH OR PROMOTIONAL HEADSHOT WITH YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER.