| FACE-2-FACE: 16 Jan 19

WITH Brenton Reidy, BDM SA/VIC/ACT/WA/NT, Carnival Australia.

1. What is the favourite part of your job?

I love cruising, so being able to work with travel agents to teach them about our offerings and show them our ships is definitely one of my favourite parts of this job.

2. Why did you choose a career in the cruise industry?

I’ve always been passionate about travelling – and more importantly, cruising – so this was a perfect match for me.

3. What is the key to your success?

I would have to credit my success to the important relationships I’ve developed over the years, as well as being proactive when it comes to thinking outside the box and looking for new opportunities – there is a lot of potential for this industry.

4. Biggest challenge facing the industry?

To stay innovative! It’s so important to have exciting and innovative offerings, whether that’s new itineraries, destinations or sales campaigns to highlight new features.

5. Advice for up-and-comers?

Book a cruise! The best way to learn is to immerse yourself in the product.

6. How do you wind down after a busy week?

I love to spend as much time as I can with my family. I’m also a big sports fan, whether it’s watching sport on TV or going to a game.

7. The celebrity you would most like to cruise with?

Shane Warne, he’s a legend!

8. What should the cruise ship of the future look like?

There should be a big focus on families, with larger rooms on offer and more fun-filled activities at their destinations. And of course, lots of advanced technology!