Shannan Ponton, the fitness
expert of ‘Australia’s Biggest
Loser’ fame, has been appointed
as Carnival Cruise Lines’ first ever
Australian ambassador.
The new partnership aims to
increase the company’s focus on
helping passengers maintain “a
healthy and happy balance while
on holiday”.
Jennifer Vandekreeke, vp, CCL
Australia, said the team was
“extremely excited” to sign up
Ponton to the brand.
“His vibrant, enthusiastic
personality is infectious and
mirrors who we are at Carnival
Cruise Lines,” Vandekreeke said.
Ponton will develop exclusive
group workouts and personally
train the fitness trainers on
Carnival Spirit and Carnival
Legend, as well as provide “do-ityourself”
solo gym programs and
challenges.
He is also working with the
ships’ chefs to design nutritious
selections for Carnival’s
“Freshie’s Corner” and will
add recommendations on the
healthiest picks from the Empire
dining room menu.
Ponton, who recently took
a Carnival cruise with his wife
and children, will be cruising
again with a large group of
friends on 21 Mar, when the
new experiences are officially
launched on Carnival Spirit.
“We’re converting everyone we
know,” he said.
Ponton’s workouts and healthy
dining recommendations will also
be available on Carnival Legend
when it arrives in Australia on 22
Sep and begins operating revenue
cruises from 24 Sep.
