Eat. Drink. Cruise. | Episode 5 with John Devine, Michael J. Devine and Associates
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cleia the industries Cruise Lines Association recently said they expect 12% growth of passengers cruising in 2024 that's 4 million new Cruisers cruising on cruise ships this year which is is really quite amazing
so why do people take cruises well for me and for most I believe it's the incredible dining and beverage that you can experience on board
my dad was always he was a thinker he was really really funny I guess that's sort of kind of where I get some of my humor from
this two Shall Pass um you know there will be a brighter day and uh so that was something that he always communicated to everybody
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In this episode, Ken sits down with a cruise line supplier: John Devine, President of Michael J. Devine and Associates, a family-run business steeped in the wine industry's tradition. Together, they offer insights into supplying wine to the travel industry, navigating the journey of Michael J. Devine and Associates from family dynamics, to cruise line deals, providing anecdotes and best practice examples along the way. This episode offers the opportunity to understand the business of supplying F&B to cruise lines, and the importance of partnership with cruise line buyers - working together to adapt, finding products that meet everchanging guest expectations. Tune in as John shares insights into relationship-building in the cruise industry, the evolving landscape of wine sales, rising interest into sustainable and low2no wine categories, and current ventures into better-for-you snacks.