Swan Hellenic has appointed Gustavo Benetti as sales director for Latin America, effective immediately.

Benetti will report to chief commercial officer Patrizia Iantorno. He succeeds Edi Guerrero, who helped establish the brand in the region. Benetti brings 18 years of travel industry experience, including over a decade as a Business Development Manager at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Brazil.

Iantorno said: “We’re delighted to welcome Gustavo to the team. His passion for promoting outstanding guest experiences while nurturing strong partner relations makes him a perfect fit. I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank Edi Guerrero for his fantastic contribution to our success in Latin America to date.”

Benetti added: “It’s a real pleasure to join Swan Hellenic—a truly distinctive company that provides unprecedented discovery experiences for even the most experienced travelers. Combining adventure, culture and luxury, Swan Hellenic shows that it’s always possible to do more. Which is why I’m so excited to be working together with our great team and tourism partners to constantly surprise our guests, bringing them unforgettable memories seeing what others don’t.”