bettyholidays Posted July 16, 2019 #1276 Share Posted July 16, 2019 Thank you so much for your reply, its very much appreciated. Late May and June is quite a nice itinerary, so we may go with that, to be sure not to miss the Captain! Any idea when its likely to be known about the HD? In the meantime, I will keep my ear to the ground and hope something more definitive comes up. Thank you again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vtcruising Posted July 16, 2019 #1277 Share Posted July 16, 2019 (edited) On 7/12/2019 at 12:25 PM, MisterBill99 said: Which is why I'm wondering about the timing of the original Edge captain. Actually, I know that, he left the ship on February 3rd, along with me. So Kafetzis should be on for 3 months after the first sailing, but like I said, two is probably a safe best. If I remember correctly, Captain Costas told us in the Q+A that he had a 6 month stint (because this was a new class of ship). I believe that he said he started in August, 2018 and was involved in the Sept sea trials. Captain Kafetzis was onboard our cruise Jan 20th learning about the ship before he took over on Feb 3 (not sure when he boarded). He has now had plenty of experience with an Edge Class ship so maybe he won't need to be onboard a few months before she sails (March, 2020)? Edited July 16, 2019 by vtcruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saab4444 Posted July 16, 2019 #1278 Share Posted July 16, 2019 3 hours ago, vtcruising said: If I remember correctly, Captain Costas told us in the Q+A that he had a 6 month stint (because this was a new class of ship). I believe that he said he started in August, 2018 and was involved in the Sept sea trials. Captain Kafetzis was onboard our cruise Jan 20th learning about the ship before he took over on Feb 3 (not sure when he boarded). He has now had plenty of experience with an Edge Class ship so maybe he won't need to be onboard a few months before she sails (March, 2020)? It is not about experience with the ship. A Captain of the cruise line is always with the yard to supervise the final process of shipbuilding and the handover. I assume thereafter he stays on Apex during April and most of May before going on vacation. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vtcruising Posted July 16, 2019 #1279 Share Posted July 16, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, Saab4444 said: It is not about experience with the ship. A Captain of the cruise line is always with the yard to supervise the final process of shipbuilding and the handover. I assume thereafter he stays on Apex during April and most of May before going on vacation. The final touches will be in March before handover so I assume he will be there at least by early February for sea trials and to sail on the first few Press and Trade cruises in March and then with me on April 5th. 🙂 All speculation - just wondering aloud if he would do 6 months as Captain Costas did (he was with the Edge 3 months ahead). We will know soon enough. Edited July 16, 2019 by vtcruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted July 20, 2019 Author #1280 Share Posted July 20, 2019 The latest from Edge: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verizon Posted July 20, 2019 #1281 Share Posted July 20, 2019 (edited) Talked to Captain Michael Spmpouras today he will be leaving in 3 weeks. Edited July 20, 2019 by verizon 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StanleyVA Posted July 20, 2019 #1282 Share Posted July 20, 2019 A bit premature, but on the 08/24 Equinox I sure would like to know who is the Luminae matre 'd, Michaels concierges and bartender. There are some who I've enjoyed over the years, and I'd like to bring them some presents. Thanks George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterBill99 Posted July 22, 2019 #1283 Share Posted July 22, 2019 (edited) Based on an Instagram post from Damian De Lorenzis, it appears that he has joined Eclipse as CD, and Lauren has gone on vacation. I guess his stint on Edge is a one and done. Edited July 22, 2019 by MisterBill99 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterBill99 Posted July 22, 2019 #1284 Share Posted July 22, 2019 (edited) On 7/20/2019 at 12:55 PM, Arno. said: The latest from Edge: That's a little early for Captain D. Kafetzis since I thought he left at the start of May (I know he started on 2/3). But I think this is a short stint as Captain Kate will be joining at the end of August, although she might spend a couple of weeks on board prior to becoming Master, as Captain Kafetzis did in January. Edited July 22, 2019 by MisterBill99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnthDegree Posted July 22, 2019 #1285 Share Posted July 22, 2019 16 minutes ago, MisterBill99 said: Based on an Instagram post from Damian De Lorenzis, it appears that he has joined Eclipse as CD, and Lauren has gone on vacation. I guess his stint on Edge is a one and done. Strange one as CD Simon (Akinwolere) has just posted on his Instagram that he is now CD on Eclipse!! Can confirm from her post that Lauren is now on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterBill99 Posted July 22, 2019 #1286 Share Posted July 22, 2019 (edited) 8 hours ago, EnthDegree said: Strange one as CD Simon (Akinwolere) has just posted on his Instagram that he is now CD on Eclipse!! Can confirm from her post that Lauren is now on vacation. Well maybe I was reading too much into Damian's post. He was definitely on this last cruise since Lauren posted this in response to his post congratulating her on the end of her contract -- "Thank you @damianfromtheship for your incredible support this cruise" On the other hand, he also showed a bike he said he rode yesterday in Vancouver, and I'm guessing a CD doesn't take the day off on turnaround day. Edited July 22, 2019 by MisterBill99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted July 22, 2019 Author #1287 Share Posted July 22, 2019 12 hours ago, MisterBill99 said: That's a little early for Captain D. Kafetzis since I thought he left at the start of May (I know he started on 2/3). But I think this is a short stint as Captain Kate will be joining at the end of August, although she might spend a couple of weeks on board prior to becoming Master, as Captain Kafetzis did in January. And now I just read that Cameron is leaving for the Galapagos so the guest Relations Director has changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johhnnyt Posted July 24, 2019 #1288 Share Posted July 24, 2019 (edited) On 7/22/2019 at 1:55 AM, MisterBill99 said: That's a little early for Captain D. Kafetzis since I thought he left at the start of May (I know he started on 2/3). But I think this is a short stint as Captain Kate will be joining at the end of August, although she might spend a couple of weeks on board prior to becoming Master, as Captain Kafetzis did in January. I wonder who will be Captain on Edge for the November 1st crossing, any ideas? Edited July 24, 2019 by johhnnyt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterBill99 Posted July 24, 2019 #1289 Share Posted July 24, 2019 (edited) 3 minutes ago, johhnnyt said: I wonder who will be Captain on Edge for the November 1st crossing, any ideas? I believe that Captain Kate has said that she would NOT be on the TA when someone asked her on IG. So if I had to guess, I'd say Captain Costas again. Since he left at the beginning of this month he should be back by October. Edited July 24, 2019 by MisterBill99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macrac Posted July 24, 2019 #1290 Share Posted July 24, 2019 Can anyone confirm Alehandro will be the Cd on the constelation August 25th and who is hotel director? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeLibertyGirl Posted July 28, 2019 #1291 Share Posted July 28, 2019 The new Captain on Summit rotation is Matt Karandreas the current Staff Captain on the Edge. He will be starting in August. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taznremmy Posted July 28, 2019 #1292 Share Posted July 28, 2019 Any information on when Capt. George will be returning to the Silhouette? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orator Posted July 29, 2019 #1293 Share Posted July 29, 2019 34 minutes ago, taznremmy said: Any information on when Capt. George will be returning to the Silhouette? He started vacation following the April 16th cruise. That means he should be on the first week in August. He told me that he will be on for the crossing April 24th, but with all the changes you can not be sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taznremmy Posted July 29, 2019 #1294 Share Posted July 29, 2019 25 minutes ago, Orator said: He started vacation following the April 16th cruise. That means he should be on the first week in August. He told me that he will be on for the crossing April 24th, but with all the changes you can not be sure. Thanks Orator! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmberCascades Posted July 30, 2019 #1295 Share Posted July 30, 2019 I haven't seen anything about Reflection lately. Does anyone know who the CD is/will be in a couple of weeks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEESRE Posted July 30, 2019 #1296 Share Posted July 30, 2019 Tried to do a search but not working for me. Anyone know who the Captain and CD is for August this year for Celebrity Infinity. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterBill99 Posted July 30, 2019 #1297 Share Posted July 30, 2019 (edited) On 7/2/2019 at 2:55 PM, LBJB2009 said: Can you tell me who Captain and who Cruise Director of the Equinox will be for October 2019? On 7/3/2019 at 12:12 PM, Arno. said: Only guesses.. Either Captain Manetas or a to-be-named master (Tasos perhaps) Captain Tasos (Kafetzis) posted on Instagram that he will be joining Equinox in November. Captain Alex is taking over on Solstice (this had been mentioned earlier). Edited July 30, 2019 by MisterBill99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted August 2, 2019 Author #1298 Share Posted August 2, 2019 Matt Karandreas Just posted: " I can call today August 2nd as one of the happiest and most important dates of my life. 19 years of hard work, working with and under wonderful persons and professionals had as result today to be officially announced that I am promoted to Captain on our amazing company and will join Celebrity Summit day after tomorrow for 2 weeks handover before I will officially take over on August 18th. " 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted August 3, 2019 #1299 Share Posted August 3, 2019 28 minutes ago, Arno. said: Matt Karandreas Just posted: " I can call today August 2nd as one of the happiest and most important dates of my life. I have known about Captain Matt's promotion for quite a while. I kept my mouth shut. But, I want to send out a bunch of congratulations to him. He is truly a wonderful guy, and will be a great Master. 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare C-Dragons Posted August 3, 2019 #1300 Share Posted August 3, 2019 1 hour ago, Texed said: I have known about Captain Matt's promotion for quite a while. I kept my mouth shut. But, I want to send out a bunch of congratulations to him. He is truly a wonderful guy, and will be a great Master. 🙂 Yes, we agree, and are so happy for him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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