Eric Benedict ~ Manager, Destination Services

As Manager of Destination Services, Eric is managing the onboard operations of the Shore Excursion department. He provides operational direction and support to Orient Lines, Marco Polo on its international turns. His responsibilities also include recruitment, training, managing the Dive-In program, out island development and risk management pertaining to Shore Excursions.

He joined Norwegian Cruise Line in 1989 as a Dive-In Instructor, later assuming the roll of Shore Excursion Manager working onboard the NCL fleet and enjoying such itineraries as the Caribbean, Alaska & Europe. Since joining the shore side team in 2001, Eric has fulfilled the roll of Pier Supervisor, Manager of the Dive-In Program and currently Manager of Destination Services.