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Seatrade Cruise Global wrapped up a vibrant week of engagement, innovation and industry dialogue as it celebrated its 40th anniversary at the Miami Beach Convention Center from April 7-10. 

Cruise executives, tourism stakeholders and professionals from around the world gathered to explore emerging trends and chart the course for the future of the global cruise industry.

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) played a leading role throughout the week, hosting a series of standout events that reinforced the power of partnership. Festivities began with Sunday’s welcome reception sponsored by the U.S. Virgin Islands at FCCA Headquarters in Miramar, setting a warm tone for the days ahead. 

Highlights included the FCCA Foundation “Shining Stars” Dinner sponsored by Diamonds International, Port Everglades and Rodman Marketing Guru. 

As the cruise industry looks ahead, Seatrade’s 40th edition served as both a celebration of progress and a springboard for the continued evolution of cruising.

PHOTO CAPTION: Marie McKenzie, Senior VP of Carnival Corporation and Chair of the FCCA Operations Committee, with Elchonon Shagalov, Chief Commercial Officer of Diamonds International, at the FCCA Foundation Shining Stars Dinner in Miami last week.

Darcel Choy
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Darcel Choy is a highly respected media professional with over a decade of experience as a journalist at one of the leading media houses in Trinidad and Tobago. The holder of a BA (Hons) focused in Media and Communications from the University of Greenwich, Darcel is an avid blogger and record collector.

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