What It Takes to Keep Thousands of Kids Entertained on a Mega Cruise Ship
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Nadia Durigon, a Traveling Fleet Supervisor for Family Entertainment at MSC Cruises, has dedicated nearly two decades to creating engaging experiences for families on cruise ships. Her role involves developing activities that cater to various age groups, ensuring that children are entertained throughout their voyages. Despite the challenges of working at sea, including frequent goodbyes, Durigon finds joy in her job and the opportunity to travel the world.
- ▪Nadia Durigon has spent nearly two decades working in youth programming for MSC Cruises.
- ▪She is responsible for shaping the onboard experience for families, including activities like mascot parades and laser-gaming experiences.
- ▪Durigon enjoys the variety of her job and the chance to travel, despite the challenges of leaving friends and family behind.
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CruiseWhat It Takes to Keep Thousands of Kids Entertained on a Mega Cruise Ship“It’s the best job in the world,” says MSC Cruises’ Nadia Durigon. “I’m not a routine kind of person, and this allows me to meet new people every day and travel around the world while doing it.”By Ashlea HalpernMay 25, 2026Annie DavidsonSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this storyThis is the latest installment of our bimonthly column Crews on Cruise, spotlighting the people who work behind the scenes of the world’s most memorable voyages—from bartenders and entertainers to ship captains and expedition leaders.When Nadia Durigon was little, she’d walk past a travel agency in her hometown near Venice and point excitedly at the ferry pictured in the window.
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