Royal Caribbean CFO Naftali Holtz on wooing millennials, bigger cruise ships, and the future of land vacations
The cruise industry is booming, with 37 million passengers expected this year. Royal Caribbean Group, one of the world's largest cruise operators, with 66 ships visiting ~1,000 destinations, saw its stock surge after reporting strong 2024 earnings growth and record new bookings. Ann Berry spoke with CFO Naftali Holtz to break down why - and to address public perception of the sector's impact on the environment.
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00:00 START
01:24 Appeal to Younger Generations
03:16 Environmental and Sustainability Efforts
07:30 Expansion into River Cruises
09:46 Loyalty Programs and Digital Innovations…
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