Cruise lecturers

		Terry Waite - We are proud to have been asked by Mr. Waite to represent him for lecturing and after dinner speaking. Former Envoy to Robert Runcie, Archbishop of Canterbury, and taken as a hostage in Beirut, he was held for 1763 days, four years of that time in solitary confinement, chained to a wall and often in darkness. This is a compelling, powerful and inspirational story of belief, determination and hope.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Alastair Bruce of Crionaich, OBE - Alastair Bruce of Crionaich, OBE, a descendent of Robert the Bruce, is the National Event Commentator for Sky News and the BBC. He is a documentary maker with 'Days of Majesty', 'Nicholas and Alexandra' and 'Victoria and Albert' to his name. He is a Member of the Queen's Body Guard for Scotland (The Royal Company of Archers).		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Alvin Shuster - Senior International Editor, Los Angeles Times - In his newspaper career, Alvin Shuster has worked for two newspapers, the New York Times and the Los Angeles Times. As a foreign Correspondent for the New York Times for more than a decade, he served as bureau chief in London, Saigon and Rome, covering events that took him to more than 50 countries.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Barry Marcus - Barry Marcus started his selling career with the NCR Corporation. During his working life with NCR, he ran the training department, and was then appointed manager for the North west of England and then London.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Brad Ashton - A seasoned Cruise Lecturer, Brad Ashton has been a top comedy writer for over four decades and in that time has written for television in twelve different countries. In 1971 he started The Comedy Writing School with the active backing of Britain's major TV companies. Almost 200 of today's credited writers were trained by Brad.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Campbell Pritchett - Navigation, Weather, Concorde. Campbell Pritchett was born in Newfoundland, Canada during World War II, and moved to New York in 1960, where he was employed by BOAC, the forerunner of British Airways. During a 40-year career with the airlines, he served in many different positions in Flight Operations, and Management, finally retiring as Manager Safety North America. He served in the US Army from 1964 to 1966, including a tour of duty in Vietnam, and returned to BOAC in January 1966.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Colin Bower - Actor and Broadcaster. After radio and television roles in Canada, Colin's career in the U.K. started as a newsreader and interviewer with Television Wales before moving to Anglia Television in the same role and as a quizmaster.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Colin Parker - Cruise Director Queen Elizabeth 2 1992 - 2002. From adventures around the world over 16 years this is an amusing look at the world of cruising and the antics of those who work and play onboard. Plus his infamous escape from the jaws of a Komodo Dragon in Indonesia, and the closeness of the Civil War guns of Yemen.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Daniel Silke - Daniel Silke is one of South Africa's foremost political analysts, lecturers and commentators. He also specialises in the study of the effects of Globalization on the economic and political systems of the world and lectures widely to international audiences.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		David Leney - Ex. Concorde Captain David Leney takes the audience on a journey form New York to London in the world's only Supersonic Aircraft and describes some of the more technical aspects of the plane. With slides (and video if required).		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Eve Jones - Eve Jones is a lecturer in wine studies and a freelance writer, specialising in hotels, restaurants and travel. She twice won the Glenfiddich Award as Trade Press Writer of the Year and has been a hotels and restaurants inspector.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Harold Snoad - TV Producer and Director. An illustrious career in television with the BBC. He will be best remembered for producing and directing the top rated sitcom 'Keeping Up Appearances' including the very popular special made onboard the QE2.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Jim Bowen - Star of British TV's "Bullseye" and "The Comedians" and one of the funniest speakers on the circuit. A hilarious evening about Jim's life, and anecdotes from his many years in television, revealing the frailties and shortcomings of show business and all its trappings.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Joseph Bishop - Joseph Bishop is a professor of environmental science at John Hopkins University in the United States. He has held positions at the National Advisory Committee on Oceans and Atmosphere, was an oceanographer at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, a meteorologist with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and was an officer in the U.S. Navy and Merchant Marine.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Keith Deller - Former World Darts' Champion and still in the top sixteen in the world. For a team-building event why not have an evening of darts as part of your corporate event. Keith provides a full stage set and will team up with employees to make a fun evening which can match employees or have them playing against each other. This evening is a sure fire winner to promote cross department communication and understanding.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Maureen Ryan - Lectures on The Era of the Great Queens and Favourite Places in Britain by Maureen Ryan of the QE2 and Cunard's New Super Liner the Queen Mary 2.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Mike Vince - Twenty Five Years in Sport. Sports commentator and broadcaster for Sky Sports, BBC Radio, Eurosport and The Racing Channel. An amusing look into the world of sport and its personalities.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Pat Partridge - Former Soccer World Cup referee. Pat was one of the first celebrity referees and has travelled to over fifty countries fulfilling his refereeing duties. He is a past president of the Association of The Football League Referees and Linesman. Pat's talk is packed with anecdotes about the famous players of the day and stories from his illustrious career in soccer.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Peter Dean - Coroner Dr Peter Dean qualified in dentistry before going on to study medicine. After a brief return to dental surgery, he trained to be a General Practitioner and, while working as a G.P. in East London, started working part time as a Police Surgeon or Forensic Medical Examiner with the Metropolitan Police.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Ronald Jones O.B.E. - Ronald Jones retired from Claridges, "Resort of Kings and Princes", after ten exceptional years as Director and General Manager, during which he and the hotel won a host of international awards.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]
		Valerie Ashton - Valerie has been a teacher of Yoga for many years and is a well-respected member of The British Wheel of Yoga. She brings her expertise on the health benefits of simple regular Yoga exercises combined with breathing and relaxation techniques. Her sessions, suitable for all ages whether they have taken part in Yoga before or are complete novices, contribute to a happier and healthier holiday and life for participants.		[ more info ] [ enquiries ]