New associate member: E-L-S

E-L-S (European Land Excursion Services), based in Hamburg & Warnemunde, specialises in designing, organising and operating shore excursions and other land activities for German and international cruise calls in all German ports.

More than 30 years of experience in designing and operating land arrangements for the cruise industry in three countries - South Africa, Namibia and Germany - has lead to E-L-S "becoming one of the leading incoming tour operators & destination management companies in Germany specialising in this market with a network of contacts on an international level," says managing director/owner Bianca Els.

"The wealth of experience and the unflagging passion of the E-L-S team for the demanding cruise industry, lead to an extensive repertoire with a diverse range of products. In addition, E-L-S spear-head innovative tour ideas and are known for their committed and unparalleled level of service, always exceeding the cruiselines' growing expectations and continuously enriching guests' land activity experience," she adds.

E-L-S prides itself on "consistently designing and providing fresh, rare, innovative and unique tours to share the rich history and the exciting presence that Germany offers and to bring the destination alive."