CDF Croisières de France
CDF Croisières de France is a French based cruise line that has been in operation since 2008.
Company Background
In 2007 Royal Caribbean International launched the new CDF brand as part of its expansion into the European cruise market. It describes CDF as targeting the contemporary segment of the French market. Post acquisition of CDF, it undertook a major refit of the ship to rebrand it appropriately for the French market before putting it to service.
The Royal Caribbean International is a respected operator in the global cruise market, with well known brands such as Azamara Club Cruises, Pullmantur, Celebrity Cruises and TUI cruises under a joint venture.
CDF offers one ship Blue de France which was built by Hapag-Llyod. Its cruise itinerary usually revolves around a four to ten day trip that offer seasonal cruises around the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Guests on board the Blue de France can enjoy a range of onboard activities, entertainment and gaming, and dining to suit a range of tastes.
In the summer time, it offers cruises departing from Marseilles, France with an itinerary to the Mediterranean. In the winter time, it offers Caribbean cruises that usually sail from the Dominican Republic. It has had a recent repositioning of its cruise destinations for winter 2010 with cruises being offered from Athens and Egypt.
Jobs at CDF Croisières de France
Passengers on board CDF cruises are French speaking. As such, services on board the ship are all geared towards the requirements of this segment of clientele. On the dining front, a French bistro and menu are designed to suit the French palette. Likewise, the entertainment and onboard activities such as the spa with a sea water center, are tailored to guest preferences.
Prospective employees who are undertaking a customer service role onboard CDF would be expected to converse in French. Roles may be offered in the following departments: hotel operations, housekeeping, the galley, retail, guest services, gaming and engine operations.
Contact Details
CDF Croisières de France
8 Rue du Dahomey
75011 Paris
France
Tel : +33 (0)1-73775920
Fax : +33 (0)1-40091298
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