New Hampshire Posted October 28, 2008 #26 Share Posted October 28, 2008 We were on a Baltic cruise this summer on the Constellation and will be sailing on the Solstice in March. We discovered a number of our favorite staffers from Constellation were being transferred to the Solstice. We're looking forward to a reunion with them when we sail. They include the bar manager, a delightful young man whose name I don't remember. Also Bernard, a waiter in the main dining room on deck 5 who regularly sings opera arias, and a number of delightful crew from the Martini Bar, Togi the bartender, waitress Eleanor and our dining room sommelier, Randy. All of these mentioned are outstanding staff which leads me to believe that they are choosing the "best" from each of their ships to staff the Solstice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chessbriar Posted October 28, 2008 #27 Share Posted October 28, 2008 They are picking some of the best of the fleet along with a lot of newbies. I will keep these people in mind as they are likely getting off the Connie when we hit FLL and catching a quick ride around the block to the Solstice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-legs Posted October 29, 2008 #28 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Stewart Turnbull will be taking over as CD of Mercury in January Hi, This will like going back '' home ''for him as he was CD there for a while in '06 and '07. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Arizona Posted October 29, 2008 #29 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Our first cruise with Celebrity was on the Mercury with David Cole as the CD and Stewart as the Assitant CD. Three years later we took the Mercury again with Stewart as the CD. My kids still say he is their favorite CD. I thought he was very friendly, funny and personable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted October 29, 2008 Author #30 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Here is a picture from Solstice showing some familiar faces from Connie: Zeljko (Michael's Club on Connie), Liz and Tolgashan in their new bar uniforms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted October 29, 2008 #31 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Here is a picture from Solstice showing some familiar faces from Connie: Zeljko (Michael's Club on Connie), Liz and Tolgashan in their new bar uniforms. Hi Arno ! Thanks for the photo. I'm surprised to see that Zeljko is no longer working with Perry Grant. I thought they worked very well together. On the bright side, I look forward to seeing him on Solstice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted October 29, 2008 Author #32 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Hi Arno ! I'm surprised to see that Zeljko is no longer working with Perry Grant. I thought they worked very well together. On the bright side, I look forward to seeing him on Solstice. Perry was very upset when he was transferred. Chris has also been moved from Michael's on Connie to Solstice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmk Posted October 29, 2008 #33 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Here is a picture from Solstice showing some familiar faces from Connie: Zeljko (Michael's Club on Connie), Liz and Tolgashan in their new bar uniforms. I am looking forward to sitting across the bar from Tolgashan... great bartender. He told us his name was something like, Togi. Can you help me out with this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themirsk Posted October 30, 2008 #34 Share Posted October 30, 2008 I am looking forward to sitting across the bar from Tolgashan... great bartender. He told us his name was something like, Togi. Can you help me out with this? Hi DMK.... Yes, his name is Togi. He's from Turkey and was the #1 Bartender there before joining the Millie. He is the BEST !!!!!! Can't wait to see him again !!!! M&M's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nps001 Posted October 30, 2008 #35 Share Posted October 30, 2008 Togi is fantastic. We had him on the Millie and he quickly became one of our favorite bartenders. He is always smiling and so very pleasant. Obviously, he enjoys what he does--at it shows! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domina X Posted November 1, 2008 #36 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi C2C, Just got off the Constellation on Oct. 30th. There was a change in hotel director. Rafael went on vacation and Nina took over. Also the Chief housekeeper is a very pleasant and friendly lady by the name of Katrazyna. Both ladies were eXceptional and it's nice to see women in these roles. We truly enjoyed their company. Thought I would share this info. so you can keep your chart up to date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ships R Great Posted November 1, 2008 #37 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Arno---where is Captain Pagonis? Also, do you know where Captain Mavrogiannis is? Last question---You have Livanios listed as an "alternate Captain". What does that mean? Thanks, Patty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted November 1, 2008 Author #38 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Hi C2C,Thought I would share this info. so you can keep your chart up to date. Thank you... they'll be on the next update. Arno---where is Captain Pagonis? Also, do you know where Captain Mavrogiannis is? Last question---You have Livanios listed as an "alternate Captain". What does that mean? Thanks, Patty Hi Patty: Captain Pagonis is home on holidays. He will be heading for Constellation at the end of November. The Alternate Master is the captain that will replace the present Master when it is vacation time (3 months off and on) sometimes to a different ship. I have never sailed with Captain Mavrogiannis. On what ship was he master? Arno Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chachabell Posted November 1, 2008 #39 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Captain Pagonis is home on holidays. He will be heading for Constellation at the end of November. Arno Arno -- Looking forward to meeting you on the 11/30 Solstice sailing. Do you think that Captain Pagonis will still be on the Constellation for the 2/28/09 sailing? We've cruised with him twice and would love to sail with him again. Thinking of booking the 2/28 cruise. Thanks. Diane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyfssw Posted November 1, 2008 #40 Share Posted November 1, 2008 Any recent information on the Summit? Who's there? Who's coming? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jclarkhall Posted November 2, 2008 #41 Share Posted November 2, 2008 When on Connie in Spring, John Grantham had just joined Celebrity for first stint as CD. We thought he was excellent. Was ex Hollywood stuntman and gave lectures, about movies tv work that he had been in. Superb! Anyone know if he is still with X. JohnC :confused: 1995 – Crown Princess [Old] – Car 1997 – Enchantment of Seas – Med 1999 – Galaxy –Alaska 2002 – Arcadia [Old] Med 2005 – Constellation – TA 2005 – Sea Princess – N Eur 2006 – Constellation – TA 2007 – Nav of Seas – Med 2008 –Constellation – Ult Car 2008 – Constellation – TA Ahead 2009 – Constellation- Nor Europe cruises.doc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Hampshire Posted November 2, 2008 #42 Share Posted November 2, 2008 I was delighted to see the photo of Togi. We were on a 14 night Baltic cruise onboard Constellation in July and spent part of every evening in the Martini Bar. Togi is an exceptional young man, one of the most personable staff members I've met in all my past 14 cruises. We are so looking forward to seeing him again when we sail on the Solstice in March. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Legs 01 Posted November 2, 2008 #43 Share Posted November 2, 2008 The list below, as shown in the Celebrity Today! for the Celebrity Galaxy in August 2008, shows the Galaxy Officers and Staff. Master: Captain Isidoros Karamaounas Chief Engineer: Stavros Zannikos Hotel Director: Damien O’Connor Staff Captain: Dimitrios Kardasilaris Cruise Director: Stewart Turnbull Staff Chief Engineer: Dimitropoulos Zois Food and Beverage Manager: Mario Markovic Onboard Marketing Manager: Barbara Tatlow Financial Controller: Virginia Poggi Environmental Officer: Michelle Smith Human Resources Manager: Janise Bengtson Senior Doctor: Anastasios Konstantarakos Junior Doctor: Catia Reeves Safety Officer: Georgios Tsilouchas Chief Housekeeper: Mihai Olaeriu Restaurant Manager: Hakan Bektas Bar Manager: Koray Savas Executive Chef: Nelson Avaria Cruise Sales Manager: Elisha Oltmann Captain’s Club Hostess: Daniela Spirlac Activity Manager: Ian Cresswell Activities Staff: Ben Powney, Luisa Lopez, Kirsty Fraser, Shane Wilson Youth Manager: Katalin Kertesz Disc Jockey: Constantine Downer Guest Relations Manager: Alexandros Stylianou Lead Guest Relations Officer: Gary Mcneil Guest Relations: Magui Lopez, Marisa Tomas, Romelito Navarro, William Gomez, Wilhelmina Famoso, Rocelyn Dalisay Concierge: Tonya Peneva Event Coordinator: Nima Mody Shore Excursion Manager: Alain Hauray Shore Excursion Staff: Brianna Freeman, Jorge Freire, Denise Munteanu, Iria Sponholz Online Managers: Natalia Marginean Casino Manager: Kelvin Minton Gift Shop Manager: Haley Stephenson Photo Manager: Serhat Akin AquaSpa Manager: Annagret Mostert Port & Shoppong Guides: Eric & Cristina Barrett Art Auctioneer: Marc Glaser Acupuncture Physician: Lisa Nelson Floral Designer: Bistra Todorova Desktop Publisher: Adrian Silverman Printer: Paul Santos Also please note that in the original thread it questions whether the F&B Manager onboard the Celebrity Galaxy is Cory. As of August 2008, the F&B Manager onboard the Celebrity Galaxy was actually Mario Markovic whilst Cory, which should be Koray Savas, was the Bar Manager. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studebaker59 Posted November 2, 2008 #44 Share Posted November 2, 2008 Does anyone know if Perry Grant will still be in Michael's Club on the Connie during the Christmas-New Year's 2008/2009 cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted November 3, 2008 Author #45 Share Posted November 3, 2008 The list below, as shown in the Celebrity Today! for the Celebrity Galaxy in August 2008, shows the Galaxy Officers and Staff. Thank you for this very detailed list. I will update my chart with your information. Does anyone know if Perry Grant will still be in Michael's Club on the Connie during the Christmas-New Year's 2008/2009 cruise? Perry gave no hint of any absence except for March 2009 when he will not be onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted November 3, 2008 #46 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Perry gave no hint of any absence except for March 2009 when he will not be onboard. Hi Arno ! Do you happen to know Perry's last sailing date in early 2009 ? Several Family members are huge fans of his, and I am considering changing our sailing date (3/27) to see if we can sail while Perry is onboard. Any info is appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted November 3, 2008 Author #47 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Hi Arno ! Do you happen to know Perry's last sailing date in early 2009 ? Several Family members are huge fans of his, and I am considering changing our sailing date (3/27) to see if we can sail while Perry is onboard. Any info is appreciated. I've been told that he will not be on board in March but I will try to determine whether that affects your sailing date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted November 3, 2008 #48 Share Posted November 3, 2008 I've been told that he will not be on board in March but I will try to determine whether that affects your sailing date. Hi Arno ! Thank you very much. March 27th works perfectly for us, but I know my folks will be disappointed if Perry isnt onboard. If you can find out if he will be onboard on 3/27, and if not, when is his last sailing on this contract, I would much appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ships R Great Posted November 6, 2008 #49 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Hi Patty: Captain Pagonis is home on holidays. He will be heading for Constellation at the end of November. The Alternate Master is the captain that will replace the present Master when it is vacation time (3 months off and on) sometimes to a different ship. I have never sailed with Captain Mavrogiannis. On what ship was he master? I don't know what I was thinking. Not Mavrogiannis. (He was Chief Engineer on Zenith. Such a nice man. He is now on Journey.) I meant Karamounas, and I see he is on Galaxy now. He was Captain on Zenith for our last memorable cruise, I am sure you will remember. We hope to sail on Connie in October/09. I guess our favorite Captain will be off then. As to Second Master---does that mean the same as Captain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C 2 C Posted November 6, 2008 Author #50 Share Posted November 6, 2008 As to Second Master---does that mean the same as Captain? The staff Captain on a ship is also a captain. The "Captain" who is in charge of the vessel is known as master of the vessel. The alternating captain is the second master, normally in a three month rotation on the same ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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