MIAMI — Cruise industry veteran Dondra Ritzenthaler has officially taken the reins of Azamara Cruises as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Ritzenthaler, who left Celebrity Cruises earlier this year, brings with her more than four decades of experience, proven success in sales as well as well-established relationships with trade partners. 

On her new role as CEO, she said: “I’m thrilled to be officially joining the incredible Azmara team. I am very proud of what Azamara has already built and their growth as an independent cruise line, and I plan to drive our company’s growth even further by energizing and inspiring the team to be the best in the business.”

Dan Hanrahan, Chair of Azamara Cruises, added: “We’ve eagerly awaited this day since announcing Dondra’s appointment, and we are confident that she will lead our team into a new phase of growth while maintaining the integrity of our commitment to ‘Destination Immersion’ and an exceptional guest experience.”