At the Curaçao Cruise Symposium, hosted by the Curaçao Tourist Board, Carnival Corporation’s Antoinette Wright, chief supply chain officer, North America, delivered a keynote that connected the dots between guest expectations and local opportunity.
Her message was clear: the future of cruise tourism depends on collaboration – and our company is all in on working with destination partners to create shared value and drive economic impact.
In her keynote, “Shaping the Future of Cruise Tourism: Trends, Expectations and Opportunities for Local Stakeholders,” Wright broke down what today’s cruise guests really want: authenticity, seamless experiences and meaningful connections with the places they visit.
“Guests are no longer satisfied with surface-level sightseeing,” Wright said. “They’re looking for immersive, culturally rich moments – and that’s where local communities shine.”
Her remarks brought Carnival Corporation’s commitment to shared value creation into sharp focus. Wright encouraged stakeholders to look beyond the pier and reimagine the entire guest journey – from the first step ashore to the final farewell. By tapping into what truly drives traveler demand, destinations like Curaçao can unlock fresh opportunities for innovation, growth and lasting impact.
It’s not just about meeting expectations – it’s about exceeding them, together. Wright’s keynote offered more than inspiration; it laid out a blueprint for how cruise lines and communities can co-create unforgettable experiences that benefit everyone involved.