Lisa Pile (main picture), vice president and general manager, Asia Pacific for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has assumed additional responsibility for Oceania Cruises in Asia.
Pile, who has excelled in various roles for Regent since 2016, brings extensive insight into Asia’s diverse luxury travel markets having lived and worked in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Bangkok and Singapore.
In addition, highly respected sales professional, Constance Seck (left), returns to the company as director of sales, Southeast Asia for Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
James Sitters will continue as director of sales, Australia & New Zealand, for Oceania Cruises.
“This strategic move reflects our strong commitment to Asia, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions and greater value while accelerating our growth across the region,” said Steve Odell, senior vice president international and consumer sales, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
“By creating a dual-branded sales force in Asia under Lisa’s bold leadership, we will be better positioned to serve our trade partners and guests.”
Within the new sales structure, Lisa will be supported by three regional leaders, who are experts in their respective markets. Constance Seck in Singapore, Holly Kong in Hong Kong and Munetoshi Kurihara in Tokyo.
“Asia Pacific is one of the fastest growing regions for luxury and ultra-luxury cruising, with more affluent travellers who are eager to discover new destinations and exceptional experiences,” said Ms Pile, vice president sales & general manager, Asia Pacific, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and vice president sales, Asia, Oceania Cruises.
“I’m excited to strengthen our already excellent relationships with local travel partners and drive growth for both brands.”
These developments come at a time of exciting momentum for both brands. Oceania Cruises has recently launched its eighth ship, Oceania Allura, while Regent will welcome the ultra-luxurious Seven Seas Prestige in late 2026.
“I am delighted to be back and cannot wait to start raising the profile of Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises in southeast Asia – a dynamic and diverse region with great potential for luxury cruise,” said Ms Seck.
“I am especially looking forward to collaborating with our trade partners to grow the business and deliver exceptional experiences for our guests.”
Meanwhile Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd has announced the launch of its new Loyalty Status Honoring Program, enabling guests to have their loyalty status honoured across all three cruise brands.
Beginning with sailings departing October 15, members of Latitudes Rewards, Oceania Club and the Seven Seas Society will be able to have their loyalty tier honoured at the closest corresponding tier across all three brands on a per-cruise basis.
“With the new Loyalty Status Honoring Program, our guests can experience more of what makes each brand special, while still enjoying the loyalty recognition they’ve worked hard to achieve,” said Harry Sommer, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
