Regional sales executive Lewis, whose remit will include partners in Birmingham and the south, will work in conjunction with Regent’s business development team “to ensure new and existing agents grow and maximise their luxury cruise business”.

Lewis – who was part of the TTG Tomorrow’s Travel Leaders 30 Under 30 scheme – held several positions with Travelsphere and Just You, and has also worked as an agent for Affinion Travel, Thomas Cook and Tui.

Elsewhere, Linda MacDonald who is regional sales manager Scotland and Northern Ireland, will now also take on key accounts in the north of England as part of the restructure.

Paul Beale, head of UK sales for Regent, said: “It is vital that we bring in the right personnel to nurture relationships with our highly valued travel partners, and so we are very excited to be welcoming Georgia to the Regent team.

“I’m sure her varied, professional experience in the travel industry will mean she is a great success in the role.”

Lewis added: “It’s a great time for the industry with so many new ships on the horizon, including Seven Seas Splendor launching in 2020.

“I cannot wait to start developing new business and taking current business to new heights.”