“Our guests consistently rate The History Team 9 out of 10 … their passion and pride bring history to life … Owen O’Brien and his History Team are always welcome on board. They do an excellent job of separating fact from fiction and hold the guests’ attention every step of the way …”
Patricia Higgins
Manager of Enrichment Programs
Silversea Cruises
2006

“Many thanks to you for some wonderful lectures. We had the highest ratings of the entire season …”
Susan Wood
Cruise Director
Statendam, Holland America Line
Auckland-Sydney 2006-09-01

“Focused. On target. Carefully researched. Sound understanding of the topic.” “Extremely lucid and well prepared. Clearly presented.” “Knowledgeable. Varied media to illustrate many aspects of topic … put in context of world events.” “Engaging - full information – interesting anecdotes … so clear …”
Audience comments
Silver Cloud, Seabourn Spirit, Amsterdam, Seven Seas Voyager

“Owen O’Brien has assembled a distinguished group of speakers, all knowledgeable, enthusiastic and professional. With strong visuals and “insider” facts, they are able to bring history to life in an incredibly engaging manner. They consistently receive high ratings from our guests.”
Holly Johnsen
Former Manager of Onboard Enrichment
Holland America Line

" Nearby is a tiny island where in 1943 John F. Kennedy and his crew were shipwrecked ... we learn a lot from Major General Maurice Dodson, who gives fascinating lectures ..." The Age, Melbourne, 20 May 07, "Aboard the expedition cruiser Orion"

"All the lecturers you provided were very well received indeed, and you brought South East Asia alive for The World ... they were all welcome members of our community who were interesting and excellent speakers ..." David Faro, former Enrichment Manager, The World of ResidenSea