Starboard Cruise Services and Onboard Media, sister companies under LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, celebrate a cruising season marked by exceptional cultural enrichment and community support.
Building on Onboard Media’s successful 2022 first-at-sea initiative with various Alaskan organizations, Starboard placed a spotlight on bolstering the local economy and culture through curated, Alaskan-made mementos and vital partnerships with resident artisans across multiple cruise line partners.
Onboard Media spotlighted local businesses and the destination’s unique offerings for its cruise partners through a diverse range of multimedia programming touchpoints.
Adding an extra layer of authenticity to the cruise vacation, Starboard elevated onboard offerings by procuring artisanal products onboard its various cruise line partners.
Alaskan Essence
With categories such as jewelry, gifts, books, food items, and body care, guests were treated to an immersive encounter with craftsmanship and tradition through Starboard’s meticulously curated selection of regional products.
Exclusive offerings from first-at-sea brands, Chugach Chocolates and Prince William Sound Salt Co., showcased ingredients sourced nearby, providing an edible journey into the heart of Alaska’s flavors.
Beyond culinary delights, other sea debuts include Bering Sea Designs, signifying “The Spirit of Alaska,” offering distinctive pieces that pay homage to native crafts and Alaskan Reflections enriching the voyage with handmade souvenirs.
Crafting an immersive experience that thoughtfully engaged every sense, guests were captivated by the region’s breathtaking nature and wildlife captured by Mark Kelley’s photography.
Simultaneously, their taste buds were tantalized by Alaska Seafood Company, Inc.’s wild caught, sustainable delicacies and the natural scents of Denali Soaps creatively encapsulated the spirit of the land.
As the season comes to an end, the collaboration between Starboard and Onboard Media serves as a quintessential partnership, showcasing respect to local customs, while improving guest experiences, and boosting a region’s economy.