Serenity Holidays has appointed Chris Barnaville as Head of Product and Commercial to lead the tour operator’s product and commercial divisions, while Vicky Eagle joins as Marketing Manager to strengthen its in-house marketing team.

Chris will oversee development, performance and maintenance of Serenity’s current five specialist products: The Gambia Experience, Cape Verde Experience, Goa Experience, Corsican Places and Sardinian Places. He brings a wealth of expertise to Serenity with more than 20 years of experience in the travel industry, most recently serving as Head of Commercial at HF Holidays and previously, as Commercial Director with Carnival UK.

Heading up the tour operator’s marketing activity Vicky Eagle too brings a strong track record of expertise to the business. With over 15 years’ experience in marketing and hospitality her previous employment includes Marketing Manager at Southampton Airport and at InterContinental Hotels.

Commenting on his appointment Chris Barnaville, pictured left with Vicky Eagle, said:

“It’s an exciting time to be joining Serenity Holidays with its strong and well-established brands that specialise in some fantastic destinations. The company has a great collaborative working culture and, in casting fresh eyes over its products, I’m looking forward to developing unforgettable experiences for customers while harnessing demand post-Covid-19.”

Vicky Eagle said:

"I'm delighted to join the Serenity Holidays group.  I've been given a wonderful welcome and am excited to work with the marketing team to advance brand marketing strategies and drive their products forward.”

Serenity’s managing director Chris Ayling added:

“I’m delighted to welcome Chris and Vicky to Serenity. Their extensive knowledge and experience will play a crucial role in advancing our products in line with changing needs and times.

Serenity Holidays is an independent tour operator founded in 1987 by owners Stephen and Sandra Wilde. Following the launch of its first product, The Gambia Experience, the company has grown to include the destinations of Senegal, Cape Verde, Goa, Corsica, and Sardinia, and maintains its founding principles of providing specialist holidays with a superior service at affordable prices. In moving forward with its products, the company is also seeking to appoint a Trade Marketing Executive and a Digital Marketing Executive to join the team.

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FURTHER INFORMATION:

For more information on this press release please contact Louise Thomas at press-office@serenityholidays.co.uk. Serenity Holidays Ltd is an independent and fully bonded tour operator under ATOL 1866 and a member of ABTOT 5216, ABTA, IATA and AITO. www.serenity.co.uk