Riverside Luxury Cruises has appointed former AmaWaterways National Sales Manager, Jon Knight as its new Head of Sales UK & Ireland.
Knight has joined Riverside Luxury Cruises this month and will lead the sales efforts in the UK and Ireland, with a key focus on developing a trade luxury distribution channel.
The appointment follows the company’s recent acquisition of four remaining Crystal Cruises vessels.
Knight’s extensive experience in the luxury travel sector includes previous sales roles at Silversea Cruises and Von Essen Hotels.
Founder Gregor Gerlach said: “Our fleet is growing and so is our team. We are laying solid foundations with a highly experienced team in the UK.”
Stuart Perl, Managing Director of Riverside Luxury Cruises said: “We are delighted to have someone of Jon’s calibre and experience joining us and demonstrating our commitment to our trade-focussed sales strategy.
“Developing and building strong relationships with travel agents and the wider industry will be a huge part of our success. Jon’s extensive network will play a crucial role in our growth as we move forwards with this exciting new river cruise venture.”
Knight said: “I am delighted to join the Riverside Luxury Cruises team as we embark on bringing a new dimension to luxury river cruising in the UK and Irish markets.
“I am excited to be able to introduce a unique luxury proposition to the trade and look forward to growing our distribution network and taking our travel partners with us on this exciting journey.”
Launching in spring 2023, Riverside Luxury Cruises will offer river cruises on the Danube, Rhine and Rhône & Saône, aboard the most luxurious ships on Europe’s waterways.
For more information, visit www.riverside-cruises.com.
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