2012 FCCA Gala Program

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Welcome Message

We are pleased and excited to welcome you to the 18th annual Gala DinnerExtravaganza. Hopefully, you have already begun establishing relationships or reac-quainting yourself with some of the industry’s most prominent decision makers. Asyou have surely noticed, tonight’s audience is chocked full of our Member Lines’ CEOs,presidents and cruise executives, and one of them will be your table host! Of course,all of them are here to help you to forge or foster worthwhile business relationshipswith; learn about the inner-workings or latest trends of the industry; collaborate tocultivate ideas; or just get your foot in the door.

However, the lines’ professionals are not the only people in attendance here to learnfrom and network with; everyone present tonight has some involvement in andknowledge of the cruise industry. All ends of the spectrum are represented tonight,and their wealth of expertise and experience is part of the reason why these eventsare so successful.

We hope that you actualize this crucial potential, and we thank you for your partici-pation in this event. It is through your input that our events become fruitful and pro-ductive, and this success goes directly to the FCCA Foundation, as all proceeds fromthis event will fund the FCCA Foundation’s efforts to support those in need through-out the Caribbean and Latin America.

Of course, none of this would be possible without our generous sponsors—PortEverglades and PortMiami—and our utmost gratitude goes to them.

Fortunately, their magnanimity has allowed for much more to look forward to. So pleaseprepare yourself for a delightful evening full of festivities, networking opportunities andchances to learn about the industry and promote your product or destination.

Kevin SheehanFCCA Chairman;

CEO, Norwegian Cruise Line

Michele M. PaigePresident

Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association


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6:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception & Silent Art Auction

8:00 p.m. Introductions Michele M. Paige, President, FCCA and Kevin Sheehan, CEO,

Norwegian Cruise Line and FCCA Chairman

Welcome remarks and plaque presentation

• Port Everglades, Steve Cernak, Chief Executive/Port Director

• PortMiami, Bill Johnson, Port Director

Dinner

9:15 p.m. Sponsor Recognition

Art Sponsor• Park West Gallery, Albert Scaglione

Platinum Table Sponsors• Instituto Guatemalteco De Turismo

• Park West Gallery

• New York City Economic Development Corporation

9:30 p.m. Entertainment & Dancing Music by DJ Irie, the official DJ of Carnival Cruise Lines

Program


MenuBread & Butter Service - Rustic Rolls with Crinkle Butter

Chopped SaladSpring Greens, Shaved Fennel

Pimenton Potato ChipsOrange Giggle

Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette

Strip & DipCharred Sirloin Steak

Winter Park Dairy Black & Blue CheeseAnd Seared Salmon Noissette

Meuniere ButterAccompanied by Beech Mushrooms, Pearl Onions

Potato-Parsnip Mash-Up

DessertPassion Fruit Caviar

Molasol Fruit 'Roe', Buckwheat Blinis, Vanilla Cream Fraiche,Chopped Mango and Spearmint


Gala Sponsor

Port EvergladesHome port advantage.

Bring it on. We’re ready.

The sky is hardly the limitwhen it comes to innovation.And no matter how inventivethe idea may seem now, PortEverglades is ready.

Since welcoming its first cruise ship in 1931, Port Everglades in Greater Fort


Lauderdale, Florida, has grown to become one of the busiest cruise ports in theworld with 12 cruise lines, 45 cruise ships, more than 2,000 different cruises, andover 3.6 million passengers expected this year.

Our goal is simple: to be the best at what we do. So we’re constantly investing inimprovements to meet the growing needs of the cruise industry and their guests. Weprovide modern, spacious and comfortable cruise terminals, and a dedicated customer service staff to work directly with cruise lines. After all, cruise vacationerseagerly await their cruise, so we see it as our job to make sure that any time spentin Port Everglades only enhances that experience.

The world’s top cruise lines have discovered the many advantages of homeporting atPort Everglades.

• A deep harbor

• Direct highway access

• Multiple port entrances

• In the heart of a popular tourist destination

• Our proximity to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and its low-cost carriers

We asked our cruise guests to “bring it on.” As a result, our guests now enjoynew easy-to-read directional signs, wider roadways, faster taxi and limo service,more on-site parking, an interactive website, a cell phone waiting area for thosepicking up returning cruise guests, and cruise terminals that are being updatedwith the latest conveniences.

No wonder we’ve been recognized by major cruise magazines as one of the mostconvenient, friendly and efficient ports for discerning travelers. Just as exciting isthe emergence of Greater Fort Lauderdale as a luxurious destination for pre- orpost-cruise vacations. Cruise passengers sailing out of Port Everglades can nowbook a hotel room and plan their pre- and post-cruise vacation directly atwww.porteverglades.net.


Gala Sponsor

At PortMiami, we believe theport you set sail from should bejust as enticing as the destina-tions on your cruise itinerary.

From the dramatic skyline of downtown Miami to the crystal waters of Biscayne Bay,PortMiami delivers a tropical vacation like no other port in the world.

The modern-day cruise industry began at PortMiami more than four decades ago,

PortMiami: Cruise Capital of the World


and, since that time, Miami has continued to build upon its reputation as CruiseCapital of the World. We are proud to be the homeport to the world’s most distinguished lines - Azamara Club Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises,Costa Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruises, OceaniaCruises, MSC Cruises (arriving 2013), Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and RoyalCaribbean International.

PortMiami welcomed more than 4 million passengers last year, the fourth year in arow the Port topped the four million mark. No other port in the world matches thistraffic. PortMiami is anticipating another exceptionally strong cruise season in 2012as Miami will welcome two new cruise brands and three new build vessels. Of thefour new build cruise ships entering the U.S. market in 2012, Miami will homeportthree of them.

Miami’s passenger facilities are first-class, from well-groomed outdoor landscapingto gleaming floors and lounges inside. Besides offering the best homeport anywhere,Miami-Dade County affords an ideal opportunity for our cruise passengers to extendtheir warm-weather vacations with land stays in the greater Miami area’s tropicaltourist mecca, which offers a wide array of multicultural attractions, superb accom-modations, world-class dining, endless shopping and fun-filled beaches, not to mention a great variety of cultural and sporting opportunities.

PortMiami, set in one of the most beautiful locales in the world, has an unwaveringcommitment to the cruise industry. To continue its position as a world-class facility,PortMiami is continuously preparing for the next generation of cruise vessels. In thenext few years, the Port is investing more than $30 million in renovations to enhanceits cruise facilities keeping excellent customer service as a top priority. Also, on thedrawing board are plans for the world’s largest multi-terminal facility which canpotentially serve several cruise vessels simultaneously.

A cruise starts the minute a passenger steps foot aboard a ship. However, atPortMiami…the vacation begins the minute you cross our bridge…the dramaticMiami skyline…our crystal waters and tropical island… and the glittering lights ofSouth Beach. Cruising from Miami adds yet another enticing port to your itinerary.Cruising and Miami will always be synonymous.


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In the Caribbean and Latin America, the holiday season is not heralded by a whitecloud of fresh snowfall. While carolers begin to notice that “it’s beginning to look alot like Christmas,” citizens and tourists are still basking in the sun and splashing inthe seas. Since the climate is hardly inhabitable for reindeer, the FCCA, Member Linesand destinations have come together for the past 16 years to assist Santa in provid-ing gifts to deserving, underprivileged children in the Caribbean and Latin Americathrough the FCCA Foundation’s Holiday Gift Project.

Last December again displayed the importance of this project, as over 6,500 childrenwho would not have had any presents under their Christmas trees (or even aChristmas tree, for that matter) in 32 destinations throughout the Caribbean andLatin America were able to share in the yuletide festivities and joy because of thisevent put together by the FCCA Foundation, FCCA Member Lines and the efforts ofmany throughout the destinations and onboard the participating vessels.

Holiday Gift Project

FCCA Foundation’s Holiday Gift Project Brings Gifts, Smiles and Holiday Cheer to Deserving Children


Mark L. Pells, hotel manager, ms Noordam, Holland America Line, highlights someof the activities that took place during their celebration, along with the impact thatit had on both the children and participants:

“The day was a success from start to finish. We had several hundred officers andcrew donate their time to make this happen. All of the schools were met with bigcheers on the pier, promptly stickered and brought onboard to a great feast in ourVista Dining Room, where they were treated with all sorts of tasty foods, sweets andattention from everyone. Each child had a balloon tied to their wrist, which madethe whole event festive. After lunch, they were escorted to the Vista Lounge in a pro-cession through the ship and all of our holiday decorations, where 100’s of guestswere already waiting for them. Our guests stood and cheered as the children enteredand donated money for the FCCA’s future endeavors, expressing their appreciationfor the work that the FCCA does. Our entertainers put on a big show for them. Alltotal with the children, almost 800 people were in the audience! A surprise visit formthe Prime Minister of Curacao was a big hit, followed by a special song and dancefrom our holiday elves. But the biggest applause was reserved for the fat, jolly manhimself - Santa Claus! But when we thought the excitement could not get any bet-ter, it went through the roof when the multiple tables piled high with gifts werebrought out and given to the children. We finished the event by keeping the kids onstage, one last touching song by our cast and some tearful goodbyes as we broughtthe kids back to their waiting buses, while the passengers lined the upper deckscheering and waving.”

Indeed, the excitement is palpable and electric; it is easy to understand how the pas-sengers can be charged by seeing the children light up with their smiles upon receiptof presents they would not have gotten otherwise, as the children are selected fromorphanages and other deserving institutions.

Margaret Jones of the Jamaica Tourist Board shares a story that shows some of thisenthusiasm and appreciation that the children exhibit while also touching on someof the individualized festivities that the children and participants experience in thedifferent destinations:

“We are very elated that the port of Falmouth was included in the FCCA’s gift-giv-ing project, and we look forward to next year when we’ll do this all overagain! Thanks to the entire team from the Oasis of the Seas! Santa...who was ‘rightat home’ with the children handed out the toys. One little girl was so overcome with


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happiness that she insisted that Santa accept her gift to him...a Jamaican fifty-dollarbill! It was a beautiful experience; the crew was right at home with the children aswe sang and danced to a local mento band. Of course we had the stilt walkers enter-taining as we all taught the crew how to dance Reggae! On behalf of the Ministryof Tourism and the Jamaica Tourist Board, I wish to express our gratitude for all yourefforts over the years, and in particular with our newest addition in Falmouth.”

This rapture experienced by the children is why all those who assist with this projectare so impassioned and excited to do so every year. It is why Katherine Quiestas,group service coordinator access officer, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Cruise Line,tells, “It was an honor to be part of the event. My team was very thankful as wellthat they were able to experience this and it was really a heartwarming experiencefor each and every one of us.”

Martha Rolle, Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, also displays this fervor for the project’scause and effects and her willingness to assist: “We realize that the communitylooks forward to this gift giving. This is the most joyous time of the year, and giving and sharing is what kids look forward to, and we look forward to assistingto give that joy.”

It would be difficult to not share the joy of the children as they received gifts whileknowing that they would not have had this privilege without this project. It is tooeasy for some of us to take a “normal” Christmas for granted, but these childrenand participants truly enjoyed and appreciated every moment and will cherish theirgifts and memories for time to come.

This is exactly why the FCCA Foundation exists—to improve the lives of those lessfortunate throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, primarily for children’s causes.Every smile is a reminder of this mandate and is more than worth the millions provided for causes and projects like these over the Foundation’s 18-year existence.


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The FCCA FoundationImproving the Lives of Citizens in the Caribbean & Latin America

Foundation History

The FCCA Foundation is a charity that is dedicated to helping the people of theCaribbean and Latin America. The Foundation answers the needs presented by thedestinations for the betterment of the people of these region.

Participation in events such as the Holiday Gift Project, Food Programs, CaribbeanSpecial Olympics, and Hurricane Relief Projects have helped improve the lives of thepeople in the destinations over the last 18 years, with the FCCA Foundation raising anddonating millions of dollars.

In 2011, the Holiday Gift Project brought an onslaught of joy and gifts to over 6,500underprivileged children throughout 32 destinations.

Events such as the FCCA’s annual online auction facilitates most of the fund-ing for projects to take place through the monies gained. The FCCA onlineauction offered a variety of cruise and land-based vacations donated from ourMember Lines, private and public sector partners.

The FCCA Foundation is possible because of the dedication of all involved. We areall yearning for a common goal, and we’re coming continually closer.

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Executives in Attendance

Carnival CorporationGiora Israel, Sr. Vice President, Port & Destination Development

Carnival Cruise LinesGustavo Antorcha, Sr. Vice President, Guest CommerceRobert Blythman, Director, Tour OperationsGerald Cahill, President & CEO Amilcar Cascais, Vice President, Tour OperationsCarlos Torres de Navarra, Vice President, Commercial Port Operations Terry Thornton, Sr. Vice President, Market Planning

Disney Cruise LineRussell Daya, Director, Marine & Port Security Larry Stauffer, Manager, Port Adventures

Holland America Line and SeabournPaul Goodwin, Executive Vice President, Onboard Revenue, Port Operations & Port PlanningDan Grausz, Executive Vice President, Fleet OperationsStein Kruse, President & CEO Chris Martin, Director, Port OperationsMatthew Sams, Vice President, Caribbean RelationsBill Sharp, Vice President, Port Operations & Fleet SecurityMike Bush, Manager of Shore Excursions - Caribbean Ellen Lynch, Director, Shore Excursions

MSC Cruises (USA) Inc.Richard Sasso, President & CEO

Norwegian Cruise LineRoss Henderson, Vice President, Onboard RevenueJennifer Marmanillo, Manager, Itinerary PlanningMichelle Moraga, Product Development Manager, Caribbean Shore ExcursionsColin Murphy, Vice President, Destination & Strategic DevelopmentSteve Reister, Vice President, Revenue ManagementJoanne Salzedo, Director, Shore Excursion Product DevelopmentKevin Sheehan, CEOCapt. Svein Sleipnes, Sr. Vice President, Marine Operation/CSO


Princess CruisesLisa Jensen, Manager, Caribbean & Atlantic Shore Operations Stephen Nielsen, Vice President, Caribbean & Atlantic Shore Operations

Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd.Richard Fain, Chairman & CEO

Royal Caribbean International & Celebrity CruisesChris Allen, Associate Vice President, Global Deployment and Itinerary PlanningFederico Gonzalez, Director, Government & Community Relations, Latin America & theCaribbeanAndy Horton, Account Manager, Shore Excursions, Baja, Mexican Riviera, CaribbeanJohn Tercek, Vice President, Commercial and New Business DevelopmentPaul Loughrin, Account Manager, Shore Excursions, Western Caribbean Michael Ronan, Vice President, Government & Community Relations, Caribbean,Latin America & AsiaDoug Santoni, Sr. Vice President, Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement

Executives in Attendance

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Event SponsorsPort Everglades

PortMiami

Platinum Sponsors – ($10,000 Table)Instituto Guatemalteco De Turismo

Park West Gallery

New York City Economic Development Corporation

Gold SponsorThe Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Official Art SponsorPark West Gallery

Participating SponsorsBacardi

Dauerflora USA Inc.

Emilio Robba

Original Impressions

Gala Contributors


AIDA Cruises

Azamara Club Cruises

Carnival Cruise Lines

Celebrity Cruises

Costa Cruise Lines

Cunard Line

Disney Cruise Line

Holland America Line

MSC Cruises (USA) Inc.

Norwegian Cruise Line

P&O Cruises

Princess Cruises

Royal Caribbean International

Seabourn

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