Seabourn has named Natalya Leahy as the ultra-luxury cruise line’s new President, succeeding Josh Leibowitz who is departing the brand to “pursue new opportunities”.

Virtuoso this week announced the addition of three new executives who will support the network’s international growth strategy, while also furthering its longstanding commitment to sustainable tourism.

Hurtigruten Expeditions has enlisted expedition expert and long-term Quark Expeditions staffer, Alex McNeil to develop the brand’s next generation of expedition cruises – with even more depth and destination partnerships at the core of the experience.

Akorn DMC and Sanctuary Retreats, part of A&K Travel Group, has appointed Fiona Cogar as Sales Director, Australia & New Zealand. In her role, Cogar will support the global Sanctuary Retreats portfolio and over thirty worldwide Akorn destinations.

Accor has formalised changes to its organisation – which came into effect from 1 January 2023 – splitting the hospitality firm into two divisions: i) Premium, Midscale and Economy, and ii) Luxury and Lifestyle.

Liz Rodgers, Founder of LRforLuxuryResorts, a Sydney-based luxury hotel and resort representation business, has been named Regional Director of Sales, Australia and New Zealand of Capella Hotel Group.

Crystal Cruises continues to build its workforce, appointing numerous senior executives for key leadership roles within the company. Their appointments come as the company plans the refurbishment of Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony for their inaugural season under new ownership.

FCTG Independent continues to formalise its global leadership team with the recent appointments of Astrid Richardson to the Global Director of Operations and Allie Sparr to the Global Head of Brand and Marketing.

Relais & Châteaux has confirmed the selection of Laurent Gardinier as the new President, effective 1 January 2023. Gardinier will succeed Philippe Gombert, following a six-week handover.

A&K Travel Group Ltd., the travel company that owns Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal Cruises and Cox & Kings, has announced a number of key new staff and internal promotions as the business begins staffing up in response to the post-pandemic resurgence in luxury travel.

The Board of Directors of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has appointed Alejandro Reynal as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective 17 October 2022. Reynal succeeds John Davison, a 20-year veteran of Four Seasons, who announced his intention to retire 12 months ago. Davison remains a member of the Company’s Board.

The former head of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), Cindy D’Aoust, is heading back to her maritime past, appointed as President of American Queen Voyages (AQV) in the United States.