SeaDream Yacht Club

07/22/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/22/2024 16:03

SeaDream Yacht Club Appoints Jarrod Zurvas APAC Director of Sales

Boutique luxury cruise line SeaDream Yacht Club has appointed luxury cruise veteran Jarrod Zurvas as the company's new Director of Sales for Asia-Pacific. Zurvas joins long-term representative Julie Denovan, strengthening SeaDream's commitment to the market.

Miami, Florida - July 23, 2024

Zurvas joins SeaDream from the luxury expedition branch of Captain Cook Cruises and brings more than 15 years of experience in senior roles in sales and marketing from cruise, travel, tourism and hospitality industries.

He will be based in Brisbane, Australia, and oversee all of SeaDream Yacht Club's sales activities in Australia, New Zealand, as well as the wider Asia-Pacific region.

"Jarrod's appointment underscores the strategic importance of the APAC market to SeaDream. He brings a proven track record of progressive accomplishments, a deep passion for small-ship cruising, and a wealth of experience to our growing team. We're thrilled to welcome Jarrod to the SeaDream family", said Andreas Brynestad of SeaDream Yacht Club.

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Family owned and operated, SeaDream Yacht Club founded modern yacht cruising in 2001. Today, the boutique luxury cruise line offers distinct yachting adventures in the Caribbean, Northern Europe and Mediterranean on two small, newly upgraded yachts. With a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, guests can enjoy unprecedented service, unique all-inclusive culinary experiences and included activities such as watersports directly from the yachts.

"Perfect match for APAC market"

"SeaDream is a perfect match for the APAC market, offering casual and modern luxury experiences that really resonate with guests from the region. With the small size of the yachts, more personalised service, unique destinations, and the yachting freedom, I see a huge potential for growth, not only for Australia and New Zealand, but in the wider APAC region," said Zurvas.

His background includes an impressive line-up of luxury-, expedition-, and small-ship experiences. Over more than 15 years, Zurvas has worked with Captain Cook Cruises, Coral Expeditions, Variety Cruises, Quark Expeditions, Scenic Luxury Cruises, and more.

"Best kept secret in the cruise industry"

"Having followed SeaDream for years, I understand why it's often referred to as 'the best kept secret in cruising'. I am truly excited to finally be part of the team and contribute to the future success of a truly iconic brand in luxury and cruising", said Zurvas.

The appointment of Zurvas, follows in the wake of several other senior appointments in SeaDream Yacht Club in the last 12 months.

Recent additions include Carlos Garzon as Vice President of Field Sales and National Accounts, Bob Becker as Vice President of Guest Development, Mark Schmitt as Sales Director for UK and Ireland, and Rune Thomas Ege as Senior Vice President of Communications.

For more information, please visit www.seadream.com

About SeaDream Yacht Club

Family-owned and -operated, SeaDream Yacht Club has set the industry standard for boutique yachting experiences.

With its twin casually elegant mega-yachts, SeaDream I and SeaDream II, accommodating a maximum of only 56 couples and manned by 95 exemplary crew members, the company offers seven- to 15-day voyages to exclusive harbors and secluded ports around the world.

SeaDream Yacht Club's commitment to "It's Yachting, Not Cruising" is reflected in the small size of its vessels, distinctive luxurious onboard lifestyle, highly anticipatory service, and all-inclusive offerings that encompass special services, activities, watersports equipment, gourmet cuisine, premium wine and beverages, and gratuities.

SeaDream Yacht Club also supplement guests' holistic wellness lifestyles, and feature the first and largest plant-based food menu at sea and the only Thai-certified spa at sea, the SeaDream Spa.

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