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We're back for our eighth edition!
The highly anticipated eighth annual DFNI Cruise Conference will take place from 17-19 June 2025 at the stunning Meliá Barcelona Sky, Barcelona, Spain, marking the return of the biggest cruise retail event of the year. Set against the backdrop of Europe’s leading cruise hub, the 2025 edition promises to bring together distinguished cruise lines, emerging brands, and top retailers from across the globe.
This year’s conference is to be shaped by an advisory board of key industry members, ensuring a dynamic programme. Attendees will enjoy features including our signature opening cocktail reception, high-profile keynotes, informative panels, face to face buyer/seller pitch sessions, workshops and exclusive cruise ship tours.
With over 37 million passengers set to sail in 2025, this event retains its status as a must-attend for those looking to seize opportunities in the ever-growing cruise retail sector.
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Get a feel for our annual cruise conference by watching the roundup of 2024 below:
"Thanks to DFNI for a great conference...it is always inspiring to get to speak about how resilient the cruise industry is and introduce more partners to the magic of cruising."
Lisa Bauer, President & CEO
"Every year I learn more, I meet more people...I love what they're doing - bringing cruise lines and brands together in one place so we can learn about each other, exchange ideas - I think it's a terrific organisation and I'm so happy to be invited!"
Jennifer Patience, Executive Vice President
"It was absolutely great to be back...The entire DFNI team did an amazing job organizing it, hosting us and bringing the cruise retail community closer together."
Andres Villalever, Vice President of Retail and Advisor to the Chairman
"We walked away with invaluable insights from the engaging panels and presentations, which have already begun to shape how we approach both our immediate challenges and long-term strategies. My sincere gratitude goes to the organizers for curating such a well-rounded and impactful conference—one that truly enhances both personal and professional growth.”
Miguel Martinez, Business Development Strategist
“What an incredible experience the past week has been. Even now, I’m a bit amazed at the warm reception that we received. I feel grateful for all the support and positivity that was directed towards us. Thank you for all that you did to help make the DFNI Cruise Conference such a success for PeppaRose.”
Jaqueline Lampert, Creative Director & Founder
“Bringing cruise lines, retailers and brands together, face to face to share new ideas is how we capitalise on Cruise Retail’s unique advantages for the industry. We’re excited already for a bigger, bolder, even better 2025 conference!”
Katie Floyd, Marketing Director
