About me
An experienced, energetic, upbeat, attentive, open-minded personality with a proven record of successfully executing numerous positions in the fields of the Cruising Industry for the past 20 years.
River Cruise Experience – Itineraries
- RMD – Amsterdam to the Black Sea, 21 days
- RMD – Amsterdam to Budapest – 14 days
- Danube River & Danube Delta – Budapest to the Black Sea – 14 days
- Dutch & Belgium Waterways – Netherlands & Belgium Cruise – 7 or 10 days
- Rhine River – Cologne – Bassel – 7 days
- Rhine & Mossel Rivers – Cologne to Trier – 7 days
- Rhine – Main Rivers – Cologne to Nuremberg Cruise – 7 days
- Main Danube Channel – Budapest to Nuremberg – 7 days
- Danube River – Budapest to Linz – 7 days
- Rhone & Soane Rivers – Lion – Avignon – 7 or 10 days
- Thematic cruises Duch Bluefields cruises – 5 days
- Christmas Cruises
- New Year Cruises
- Charter Cruises
- Mystery Murder Cruises – 3 day
- Pleasure Cruises
- Solo Travel Cruises
- Culinary Cruises
- Music Cruises
My Qualifications for Cruise Director
Objective
To secure and behold the position of Cruise Director as a Fee Lancer or Full Occupancy - the role that vitalises my leadership, organisational & customer service skills, stimulates creativity and enhances my knowledge.
Why I’m qualified for the position of Cruise Director
Currently working as a Cruise Director at Riviera Travel, with Previous Professional Experience:
Cruise Director/Destination Manager on the Iconic Crystal Mozart, Crystal Cruises has motivated me to continue seeking new possibilities for achievement.
- Enrichment Manager at Scenic Cruise Line
- Concierge at Viking Cruises
- Tour Director, I have experience with pre- and post-cruise Programs in Amsterdam, Vienna, Nuremberg, and Budapest.
Additional Professional Skills used in day operations
- Program scheduling & Organisation/Confirmation
- Sales
- Administration
- Briefings
- Presentations
- Sailing Commentary
- Program Deviation
- Low & High Water
- Ship swaps
I have developed compassion and understanding of the demands and needs of customers and corporations in the River Cruise industry and comply with my Professional working habits.
Completed a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and travel industry at the franchise unit of Birmingham City University in Bulgaria.
Presently pursuing two master’s degrees:
- ‘’European Administration Efficiency’’
- ‘’Health Management’’
For the past 20 years, I have set high standards and carried out my duties professionally and respectfully. I can manage stressful situations & get through them in the best way possible. I provide outstanding service to Customers from almost all Nations, religions, cultures, and political & gender orientations. One of my greatest strengths is my ability to interact with different people & communicate with various groups & sizes from 2 up to 200 Guests.
With all the above and my passion for the Cruise Director role, I’m confident I have the skills and experience to lead and manage river cruise ship operations successfully. I will contribute to Any River Cruises Operator as a Cruise Director from day One.
Why I am passionate about the Cruise Director position
Being a Cruise Director has always been my dream and, eventually, my Lifestyle. It is a great way to work & travel the world for a prime benefit, meeting and working with successful personalities worldwide. This is precisely the direction I choose. I’m looking towards new working opportunities.
About me
An experienced, energetic, upbeat, attentive, open-minded personality with a proven record of successfully executing numerous positions in the fields of the Cruising Industry for the past 20 years.
Availability
Full Time or Part Time as per Needs & Scheduling 2025
Stanislav Pavlov
- Phone: 00359 888 040 008
- saintinsaint@abv.bg
- www.linkedin.com/in/stanislav-pavlov-08a4a2141
Meet Stan – Cruise Director of the Year!
Making every guest journey unforgettable.
This award celebrates those who continually go the extra mile for our guests, and Stan certainly does that – with charm, care, and a very smooth mic voice. A big thank you to Stan – and to all our incredible Cruise Directors and Tour Managers – for making every guest journey so special.

