Kunal S. Kamlani Rejoins Prestige Cruise Holdings as President & Chief Operating Officer

MIAMI--()--Prestige Cruise Holdings (PCH), the parent corporation of Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has announced the appointment of Kunal S. Kamlani as president and chief operating officer, effective immediately. The addition of Kamlani follows the recent promotion of Oceania Cruises’ co-founder and long-time president, Bob Binder, to vice chairman of PCH as the company continues its international growth.

Kamlani, 38, will assume responsibility for the strategic marketing, sales, e-commerce, public relations, promotions and procurement for both brands. He rejoins PCH from Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, where he served as head of the multi-billion dollar Global Investment Solutions division with approximately 1,000 employees worldwide. Prior to that, Kamlani was the chief financial officer for PCH. His past experiences also include serving as the chief operating officer of Smith Barney and vice president of corporate development for Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

“I am thrilled to welcome Kunal back to PCH where we will benefit tremendously from his experience and passion for excellence,” stated PCH Chairman & CEO Frank Del Rio. “Kunal is a seasoned leader, with over 15 years in the financial services and hospitality industries. I have great confidence in his ability to execute as we position the company for the future,” Del Rio added.

“PCH’s strategy has never been more compelling,” said Kamlani. “There is a unique opportunity here to further differentiate the guest experience by leveraging both the power of these brands and the innovative thinking that is the hallmark of the PCH culture. I am delighted to be a part of this exciting growth story.”

Bruce J. Himelstein, president of Oceania Cruises, and Mark Conroy, president of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, as well as Ben Wolber, vice president of fleet purchasing for PCH, will report to Kamlani.

Kamlani earned his MBA from Columbia University and a bachelor’s degree in Economics and Political Science from Colgate University. He is married with two children and resides in South Florida.

About Prestige Cruise Holdings

Prestige Cruise Holdings is the parent company of Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Formed in 2007 to manage select assets in Apollo Management's cruise investment portfolio, PCH is led by Chairman and CEO Frank Del Rio, the founder of Oceania Cruises. PCH is the market leader in the upper-premium and luxury segments of the cruise industry with nearly 5,200 berths between the Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands, a number the company expects will grow to approximately 6,400 berths by 2012.

About Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is the world’s most inclusive luxury cruise line. Fares include all-suite accommodations, round-trip air, highly personalized service, acclaimed cuisine, fine wines and spirits, sightseeing excursions in every port, a pre-cruise luxury hotel package and gratuities. Three award-winning, all-suite vessels, Seven Seas Mariner, Seven Seas Voyager, and Seven Seas Navigator, are among the most spacious at sea and visit more than 300 destinations around the globe. To receive a brochure or for more information, see a professional travel agent, visit www.RSSC.com or call 800-285-1835.

About Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises® offers unrivaled cuisine, luxurious accommodations, exceptional personalized service and extraordinary value. Award-winning itineraries visit more than 330 ports in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the Americas aboard the 684-guest Regatta, Insignia and Nautica. The line’s 1,250-guest Marina debuted in January 2011 and will be followed by Riviera – a sister ship – in April 2012. For more information or to order a brochure, contact a travel professional, visit www.Oceaniacruises.com or call 800-531-5658.

Contacts

Redpoint Marketing PR
Melissa Rubin/Gina Sisco
212-229-0119
rubin@redpointpr.com
sisco@redpointpr.com
or
Prestige Cruise Holdings
Gary Gerbino
305-514-3912
ggerbino@prestigecruiseholdings.com

Contacts

Redpoint Marketing PR
Melissa Rubin/Gina Sisco
212-229-0119
rubin@redpointpr.com
sisco@redpointpr.com
or
Prestige Cruise Holdings
Gary Gerbino
305-514-3912
ggerbino@prestigecruiseholdings.com