- Former Carnival Cruise Director Mike Pack has been appointed to the newly created role of national training and engagement manager at Princess Cruises.
- His new shoreside position will focus on developing trade support and training strategies for travel partners across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
- Pack spent 13 years at Carnival Cruise Line, most recently serving as fleet cruise director during the launch of the Mardi Gras.
- Princess Cruises emphasizes that this appointment is a clear signal of its continued investment in supporting the travel trade.
Former Carnival Cruise Director Mike Pack has joined Princess Cruises in a new shoreside role as the national training and engagement manager for the UK, Ireland, and Europe. This newly created position is strategically important, focusing on enhancing trade support and confidence among travel partners.
Pack brings a wealth of experience, having spent 13 years at Carnival Cruise Line. During his tenure, he rose through the ranks from sports director to assistant cruise director, culminating in the influential position of fleet cruise director starting in January 2022. In this leadership capacity, he notably oversaw fleet operations during the launch of the Mardi Gras. He stepped away from Carnival in November 2024 to pursue new opportunities and increase time with his family in the UK.
Princess Cruises views Pack’s appointment as a direct investment in the travel trade, aiming to ensure their partners feel supported and informed when selling Princess voyages. His responsibilities will include developing comprehensive engagement strategies, delivering training programs, and representing the cruise line at key industry events across Europe. Both Carnival’s Brand Ambassador and former passengers have highly praised Pack for his dedication and leadership skills during his career at sea. Pack expressed enthusiasm for his new role, emphasizing his belief in effective training and meaningful engagement to help travel partners grow their Princess business.