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Matthew Dulian
Zanza Travel Concierge
I started singing and dancing on cruise ships just after college, beginning with Carnival Cruise Lines’ (CCL) premier vessel the TSS Mardi Gras, back in 1988. Hooked on travel, sun and fun, I continued, bouncing around between several cruise lines including Royal Cruise Lines, Discovery Cruises, and two contracts with Royal Caribbean. Finally becoming a full-fledged CCL employee in 1996, I spent another 10 years (18 years total) at sea with CCL.
I now reside in the Miami area with Melvin (Please see Melvin Baerga’s information below), I enjoyed coordinating thousands of Guest Activities onboard many ships. I have met well over one hundred thousand Guests aboard dozens of ships, this experience has given me a unique insight to what cruiser really want. In addition being a crew member who is also part of “Friends of Dorothy” I personally traveled to exclusive resorts and establishments throughout the ports of call. Feel free to contact me at any time regarding any questions you may have. My experience of working in the cruise industry during the “big boom” gives me unparalleled advice to anyone looking for the perfect cruise anywhere in the world.
Note: Matthew and Melvin books exclusively with Carnival Cruise Lines and its sister lines.
Matthew's Cruise Ship Resume
1988, TSS Mardi Gras, Carnival Cruise Lines
2005, M/S Destiny, Carnival Cruise Lines
Country
1989, TSS Carnivale, Carnival Cruise Lines
2005, M/S Miracle, Carnival Cruise Lines
United States
1990, M/S Song of America, RCI
2006, DE/AZ Elation, Carnival Cruise Lines
1991, M/S Fantasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2006, M/S Conquest, Carnival Cruise Lines
Languages
1992, TSS Sally Albatross, Sally Cruise Lines
2006, M/S Glory, Carnival Cruise Lines
English
1993, M/S Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Lines
2006, M/S Inspiration, Carnival Cruise Lines
Spanish
1994, M/S Song of America, RCI
2006, M/S Pride, Carnival Cruise Lines
1996, M/S Fascination, Carnival Cruise Lines
2006, M/S Sensation, Carnival Cruise Lines
Specialty
1997, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2006, M/S Spirit, Carnival Cruise Lines
Friends of Dorothy
1998, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2006, M/S Valor, Carnival Cruise Lines
1999, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, DE/AZ Paradise, Carnival Cruise Lines
Accreditation
2000, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
ZBTS Certified
2001, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Fascination, Carnival Cruise LinesI
CLC Certified
2002, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Legend, Carnival Cruise Lines
2002, M/S Inspiration, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Liberty, Carnival Cruise Lines
2003, M/S Destiny, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Triumph, Carnival Cruise Lines
2003, M/S Celebration, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Victory, Carnival Cruise Lines
2004, M/S Holiday, Carnival Cruise Lines
2007, M/S Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Lines
2004, M/S Sensation, Carnival Cruise Lines
2008, M/S Fantasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2005, DE/AZ Paradise, Carnival Cruise Lines
2008, M/S Freedom, Carnival Cruise Lines
2005, M/S Holiday, Carnival Cruise Lines
2008, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
2005, DE/AZ Elation, Carnival Cruise Lines
Matthew's Itinerary Resume
Eastern Caribbean
Europe
Western Caribbean
Gotland & Africa (Morocco)
Southern Caribbean
Hawaii
Exotic Caribbean
Ireland, Scotland and Wales
Alaska
Mexican Riviera
Bahamas
Northern Europe
Baja Mexico
Pacific Northwest USA & Canada
Baltic, Norwegian Fjord
Panama Canal
Bermuda
South America
British Isles
Transatlantic
Canada/New England
Western Europe
Canary Islands, Greece, Italy
Western Mediterranean
Eastern Mediterranean
Venezuela
Melvin Baerga
Zanza Travel Concierge
Born and raised in Puerto Rico I left my home to begin my career with Carnival Cruise Lines on the M/S Celebration. I started in 1995 as a dancer in the onboard Las Vegas Revue shows. After enjoying the relaxing Caribbean atmosphere for several years, I began to set my sights higher, and became a Dance Captain in 2002. I enjoyed the demands of leadership and being in charge of the cast of singers and dancers (both onstage and off) for over four years. My duties also included being heavy involved in nearly a thousand onboard activities. I not only enjoyed entertaining the Guests onstage but the interaction and heart felt memories with guests off the stage. Finally retiring from the physically demanding life of a dancer, I moved shore side in 2006.
I now reside in the Miami area with Matthew (Please see Matthew Dulian’s information above), I have met thousands of Guests onboard many ships at sea, leaving me with great memories and knowledge of how to please future cruisers! In addition being a crew member who is also part of “Friends of Dorothy” Matthew and I personally traveled to exclusive resorts and establishments throughout the ports of call. I am sure my adventures at sea will result in great times for you and your loved ones. Contact me at any time!
Note: Matthew and Melvin books exclusively with Carnival Cruise Lines and its sister lines.
Melvin's Cruise Ship Resume
1995, M/S Celebration, Carnival Cruise Lines
2001, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
Country
1996, M/S Fascination, Carnival Cruise Lines
2002, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
United States
1997, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2003, M/S Carnival Miracle, Carnival Cruise Lines
1999, M/S Inspiration, Carnival Cruise Lines
2004, M/S Carnival Triumph, Carnival Cruise Lines
Languages
1998, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2004, M/S Carnival Inspiration, Carnival Cruise Lines
English
1999, M/S Ecstasy, Carnival Cruise Lines
2005, M/S Carnival Fascination, Carnival Cruise Lines
Spanish
2000, M/S Imagination, Carnival Cruise Lines
Spanish (Puerto Rican)
Specialty
Melvin's Itinerary Resume
Friends of Dorothy
Eastern Caribbean
Baltic, Norwegian Fjord
Western Caribbean
Canada/New England
Accreditation
Southern Caribbean
Mexican Riviera
ZBTS Certified
Exotic Caribbean
Transatlantic
Bahamas
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