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Azamara Cruises hosted agents onboard during CLIA Destination Showcase 2024 in Gibraltar

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2024

Azamara Cruises, the small-ship cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion® experiences, proudly hosted travel agents onboard Azamara Quest® last week in Gibraltar, during the CLIA …

My Cruises makes waves at the CLIA awards after winning agency promotion of the year   

Kanchan Nath Mar 13, 2024

My Cruises, part of the fastest-growing travel company in Australia, Ignite Travel Group, is celebrating after winning the CLIA’s 2023 Agency Promotion of the Year award on 09 March 2024.

CLIA Awards celebrate cruising renaissance in Australia and New Zealand

Kristin Mariano Mar 15, 2023

The brightest stars of the Australasian cruise community have been honoured at the 20th Cruise Industry Awards in Sydney, where close to 500 people gathered to celebrate the role of the…

CLIA RiverView Conference 2023 from 12-14 March in Vienna

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2022

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced its RiverView Conference 2023 will take place from March 12-14 in Vienna.

LoveCruise! CLIA unveils new initiatives

Megha Paul May 31, 2022

CLIA UK and Ireland has unveiled two new initiatives for agents at its annual conference in Southampton

LoveCruise! CLIA reveals theme for Southampton showcase

Megha Paul Apr 1, 2022

CLIA UK & Ireland has announced the theme of its 2022 conference in Southampton will be #LoveCruise

CLIA to host four regional ‘Rediscover’ events this June

Megha Paul Mar 30, 2022

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has confirmed it will host four regional 'Rediscover' events for the trade this June

Open access to Cruise Champion training from CLIA

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2020

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is offering open access to its new online training course Cruise Champion, making it available to travel agents and other industry…

Agent alert! Spruce up cruise offerings with PONANT training module now available on CLIA Learning Academy

Megha Paul May 28, 2020

In a move that reflects the growth of interest in luxury small ship cruising - and expedition cruising in particular, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened the new…

New CLIA training to support cruise champions

Megha Paul May 15, 2020

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is backing the champions of the cruise community with a new online course for travel agents, helping them to gain a greater understanding of…

CLIA conference 2020 postponed

Megha Paul Mar 13, 2020

In light of the current situation with COVID-19, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced that the CLIA Conference 2020 has been postponed. The…

CLIA Conference 2020 keynote speakers revealed

Megha Paul Feb 3, 2020

CLIA UK & Ireland has announced Orlando Ashford, president of Holland America Line, and Steve Born, chief marketing officer of Group Voyagers as two of the keynote speakers at the…

CMV teams up with CLIA to expand presence in Australia

Megha Paul Jan 29, 2020

Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) has now joined CLIA as a regional member of Europe and Australasia, marking its first time as a member of the association’s Australasia arm and a…

CLIA strengthens European focus

Megha Paul Jan 15, 2020

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice for the global cruise industry, announced it would be growing its European presence with the addition of Julie Green as…

Special Reports

Cruise news: CLIA’s 2020 cruise industry report and more

Tian Tolentino Dec 18, 2019

This week on cruise news, CLIA releases its 2020 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook report, Paradise Cruises reconnects to its Vietnamese roots, Paul Gauguin Cruises reveals its special…

Let’s talk sustainable river business, says CLIA

Megha Paul Oct 17, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK and Ireland has revealed its speaker line up for this year’s River Cruise Conference, taking place in Amsterdam from 10-11 November.…

CLIA announces 2020 conference dates

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

The 2020 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) conference will take place on 26-28 April in Southampton, CLIA UK and Ireland has announced. Known as the ‘official conference…

CLIA cruise conference comes to Ireland

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that it will host its first-ever cruise conference dedicated to Irish travel agents on 20 November in Dublin. The cruise…

CLIA report shows ‘more cruise destinations’ in Asia

Tian Tolentino Aug 15, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released the 2019 Asia Cruise Deployment and Capacity Report, detailing Asia’s planned cruise activity in 2019.

Sail on: CLIA and Dubrovnik in tourist-management pact

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and Dubrovnik have signed a memorandum of understanding intended to preserve and protect the cultural heritage of the Croatian city through…

CLIA encourages cruise industry to ‘Cycle to the Ball’

Megha Paul Jun 13, 2019

Cruising Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland is urging the cruise industry to join a charity bike ride to raise money for the Family Holiday Association (FHA). Taking…

Agent alert: CLIA Cruise360 location revealed

Alastair Newport May 17, 2019

Cruise heavy weights CLIA, announced the launch of of its Cruise360 event, which will kick-off in Valetta, Malta, from October 28 – 30. Aimed squarely at TA’s the event is open to…

CLIA offers “a deeper insight” into luxury and expedition cruising

Tian Tolentino Mar 4, 2019

CLIA UK & Ireland has announced it will host a series of luxe cruise showcases events this October events this October, visiting three UK cities in three days.

CLIA assures cruise industry’s growth despite political uncertainty

Tian Tolentino Jan 15, 2019

With all the Brexit talk going on, CLIA UK & Ireland reassures UK and EU citizens that the cruise industry will continue to grow and remain strong.

CLIA UK: European river cruises “account for almost 90% of bookings”

Alastair Newport Sep 6, 2018

CLIA UK & Ireland has launched the UK River Cruise review 2017 which reveals another year of record growth in 2017 for the river cruise sector; passenger numbers rose by 21%, and total…

#ChooseCruise: CLIA launches global campaign

Tian Tolentino Aug 29, 2018

CLIA has announced a global campaign, #ChooseCruise, scheduled to run throughout September in the UK and globally throughout October.

Aurora Expeditions joins CLIA, announces new ship and voyages

Tian Tolentino Aug 1, 2018

Australian-based ‘adventure company’ Aurora Expeditions, has joined CLIA as it looks to expand its presence in the UK, Ireland and across Europe.

CLIA opens agent registration for three autumn events

Kristin Mariano Jun 5, 2018

Agent registration has opened for three key CLIA UK and Ireland events in autumn.

CLIA boosts agent interaction with new podcast and vlog launch

Alastair Newport May 28, 2018

Following the CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) revision of 2017 passengers figures closing the week on Friday, the organisation has kicked off Monday by announcing a slew of…

Luxury cruising at its finest: CLIA to host two-day showcase in Spain

Tian Tolentino Apr 24, 2018

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), one of the cruise industry’s largest trade associations, will be launching a luxury cruise showcase on 15-16 October.

Cruise Baltic set to train international TAs at CLIA Conference 2018 after successful Cruise360

Alastair Newport Apr 23, 2018

Cruise Baltic made a strong impression at the annual Cruise360 trade show this week. Putting the spotlight on trade and how it intends to support TAs with the knowledge of how best to…

CLIA releases 2018 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook

Jill Sayles Jan 30, 2018

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released the 2018 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, offering a look at the cruise sector’s overall global economic impact as well as the…

Clia’s Andy Harmer outlines the experiences offered on cruise holidays

Jill Sayles Jan 29, 2018

What was your New Year’s Resolution? Is it still intact? Probably not, like most of the population! How about resolving to try new experiences, and to do things differently in 2018,…

CLIA reveals theme of 2018 conference

Jill Sayles Dec 18, 2017 10

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the theme for the CLIA Cruise Conference as ‘Generation Cruise’. It has named 2018 #GenerationCruise and with over 1.9 million…

CLIA announces record number of members and CLIA Accredited Masters

Jill Sayles Sep 11, 2017

This year, CLIA has seen a record number of travel agencies become members in the UK & Ireland, reaching 4,000 for the first time. Travel agent members in Europe has also increased…

CLIA announces the Family Holiday Association as official charity partner

Jill Sayles Sep 10, 2017

CLIA has announced that it will be partnering with the Family Holiday Association (FHA) with the goal of providing 250 families with a break as well as working with the charity to raise…

Dates announced for 2018 CLIA conference

Jill Sayles Sep 10, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the dates for the 12th annual CLIA Conference 2018 which will be held in Southampton on 23 – 25 May 2018 with an optional ship…

Clia releases 2016 Asia cruise industry report

Jill Sayles Sep 8, 2017

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), has released the findings from two new reports about the Asian Cruise market. The first, 2017 Asia Cruise Trends, is an analysis…

CLIA reveals the joy of cruising the Med

Jill Sayles Aug 7, 2017

By Andy Harmer, senior vice president membership, director at CLIA UK & Ireland. I was luckily enough to spend a long weekend cruising the Greek islands at the end of last month;…

CLIA’s 2017 Port and Destination Summit invites new member registrations

Jill Sayles Jul 14, 2017

Registration is now open for the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) fourth annual Port and Destination Summit. The event is scheduled a day before the Seatrade Europe Cruise…

Clia UK discusses the changing face of cruising

Jill Sayles Jul 11, 2017

By Andy Harmer, SVP membership & director, UK & Ireland Cruise Lines International Association UK & Ireland (CLIA). In July in London, and later in the year in…

Cruise industry talks to CLIA about the small ship cruise experience

Maria Airey Jun 22, 2017

Travelling on board ships with a smaller passenger capacity is on the rise among travellers. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has uncovered some interesting facts about…

CLIA focuses on destination and new events

Jill Sayles Jun 13, 2017

At the CLIA Conference in May, I announced two up-coming flagship CLIA events taking place this year and a new event in 2018 – Cruise360 in Copenhagen in September, the CLIA River Cruise…

CLIA shares travel agent cruise incentives for #DoSomethingNew

Jill Sayles Jun 5, 2017

CLIA cruise line members are offering agents a number of agent incentives throughout this month. Following the success of the traditional WAVE period each year (December – March), CLIA…

AmaWaterways offers fam trips to CLIA conference delegates

Jill Sayles Jun 1, 2017

AmaWaterwaysis offering travel agents who attended the CLIA UK & Ireland Conference, in Southampton from 24 - 26 May 2017, a free seven-night Fam trip, in a double occupancy…

CLIA to host its first ever Asia River Cruise Conference

Maria Airey May 30, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that it is to hold a River Cruise Conference in Asia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The inaugural Asia event will commence on 10th…

CLIA Conference 2017: Selling Dreams

Maria Airey May 30, 2017

The opening address at the CLIA Conference 2017 came from chair of CLIA UK & Ireland and VP of Royal Caribbean, Stuart Leven. After welcoming the delegates, Leven took some time…

CLIA to host its first ever Asia River Cruise Conference

Maria Airey May 25, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that it is to hold a River Cruise Conference in Asia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The inaugural Asia event will commence on 10…

CLIA Conference 2017: Selling Dreams

Maria Airey May 25, 2017

The opening address at the CLIA Conference 2017 came from chair of CLIA UK & Ireland and VP of Royal Caribbean, Stuart Leven. After welcoming the delegates, Leven took some time…

CLIA Conference 2017: ‘Cruise industry has been undergoing a major transformation’

Maria Airey May 25, 2017

This week marks the 11th annual CLIA conference, the biggest travel agent conference in the UK and an opportunity for delegates to immerse themselves into cruise. When discussing the…

CLIA releases official global passenger numbers for 2016

Maria Airey May 24, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that the cruise industry has surpassed 2016 ocean cruise passenger projections, reaching 24.7 million cruise passengers globally…

Human Resources

CLIA opens membership to Asian agents

Mark Elliott May 5, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has started allowing Asian travel agents to join its membership and accreditation programme. At an event in Jakarta yesterday, held in…

CLIA gives 5 reasons to book a cruise with a travel agent

Jill Sayles May 4, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is celebrating more than 25,000 CLIA-member travel agents globally. Last year more than 82%of cruise holidays were booked with the help of…

UK entertainers confirmed as guest speakers at CLIA Conference

Jill Sayles May 3, 2017

CLIA UK & Ireland will welcome, Jonathan Wilkes and Nick Weir, to speak at this year’s annual conference taking place in Southampton from 24 to 26 May 2017. This year’s…

Andy Harmer prepares for the 11th annual CLIA conference

Maria Airey Apr 24, 2017

At the end of May, we will be once again bringing the cruise industry together for the 11th annual CLIA Conference – the biggest travel agent Conference in the UK and an incredible…

CLIA welcomes new global members

Simon Willmore Apr 7, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced the addition of three global cruise line members: TUI Cruises, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Waterways. These…

Cruise body CLIA offers agent training in India

Mark Elliott Mar 30, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the global cruise body, has launched its travel agent training programme in India. A travel industry event was held at the Four Seasons…

Industry leaders take centre stage at 2017 CLIA Conference

Simon Willmore Mar 9, 2017

CLIA UK & Ireland will welcome some of the cruise industry’s most prominent figures to speak at its 11th annual conference, taking place in Southampton from 24th May to 26th May 2017.…

CLIA 2017 Summit at Sea to set sail from Hamburg on Queen Elizabeth

Simon Willmore Mar 7, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that its 2017 Summit at Sea – an exclusive, flagship event for cruise industry stakeholders, will be taking place from 9 -12 May…

CLIA continues to drive agent success with new resources for 2017

Simon Willmore Mar 7, 2017

New and updated resources, seminars and masterclasses remain at the forefront of Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) plans for 2017. Ensuring agents professional development…

CLIA drives agent success with new educational resources

Gemma Greenwood Mar 6, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) has introduced new and updated resources, seminars and masterclasses for agents. The move is designed to safeguard the trade’s…

CLIA elects new chair for Travel Agent Advisory Council

Aaron Greenwood Feb 24, 2017

(Cruise Lines International Association) has announced the election of Claire Brighton, senior commercial manager, Advantage Travel Partnership as the new chair of its Travel Agent…

CLIA launches new state-of-the-art selling tool for agents

Simon Willmore Feb 20, 2017

CLIA has added a new selling tool to its Agent Toolbox in partnership with Full Picture, the award winning visual conversation tool. The specifically designed resource will enable CLIA…

CLIA to hold high-level workshop on port infrastructure during European Shipping Week

Simon Willmore Feb 17, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) will host an innovative workshop together with the Maltese Presidency of the Council of the European Union on 28 February 2017 in Brussels.…

CLIA hosts first Executive Partner Conference in London

Mark Elliott Feb 9, 2017

This week’s CLIA Executive Partner Conference brought together 200 delegates including 46 cruise executives from 21 countries. Two back-to-back forums covered important industry matters on…

CLIA to host first executive partner conference in London

Aaron Greenwood Jan 31, 2017

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), will stage the CLIA Executive Partner Conference on Monday 6th and Tuesday 7thFebruary 2017 in the heart of London. The new event…

Australian cruise tourism sector surges to record high

Marga Manlapig Oct 18, 2024

Australia’s cruise tourism sector reports that its current value has surged to a record high, contributing significantly to the national economy.

World Travel and Tourism Council announces final slate for 24th Global Summit

Marga Manlapig Sep 18, 2024

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) announced its full line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia

Cruise Plus gives agents the opportunity to double their rewards

Marga Manlapig Sep 16, 2024

dnata Travel Group UK’s B2B cruising brand Cruise Plus gives travel agents the opportunity to earn double Farebank Points per booking from now until 23rd September.

Seatrade Cruise MED Announces conference theme and panellists for 2024 State of The Mediterranean Cruise Industry Keynote

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2024

Seatrade Cruise Med, the premier biannual business-to-business event for the cruise industry, has announced the lineup for its highly anticipated 2024 State of the Mediterranean Cruise…

Airlines and Aviation

Air India Flying Returns members can now earn reward points on 40+ cruise lines worldwide

Kanchan Nath Aug 13, 2024

Air India and Arrivia, the world’s largest stand-alone travel loyalty provider and a travel technology company, have entered into a partnership for Air India’s Flying Returns loyalty…

Cruise360 Australasia casts spotlight on global experts

Marga Manlapig Jul 24, 2024

The Cruise Lines International Association announced that six of the leading voices of the global cruise sector will take the stage at this year’s Cruise360 Australasia.

Azamara Cruises welcomes agents onboard to mark the start of its largest ever Ship Visit Programme in the UK

Kanchan Nath Jun 27, 2024

Azamara Cruises – the small-ship cruise line renowned for Destination Immersion® - kickstarted the summer season by welcoming agents onboard Azamara Onward in Southampton last week, marking…

Cruise community gearing up for biggest ever Cruise360 Australasia

Kanchan Nath Jun 25, 2024

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is preparing for its biggest ever Cruise360 Australasia conference on August 30, with record numbers of travel agents and cruise leaders…

UK’s favourite cruise destinations: Top European countries this summer!

Kanchan Nath Jun 25, 2024

New research has discovered the most popular cruise destinations among Brits, with Caribbean cruises taking the top spot.

Top Cruise Trends for 2024 and Beyond from Virtuoso

Kanchan Nath Jun 16, 2024

Virtuoso®, the global leader in luxury and experiential travel, has released survey findings that offer a glimpse into the preferences of the world’s savviest cruisers.

PONANT promotes Deb Corbett as CEO APAC

Kanchan Nath Jun 12, 2024

PONANT has named Deb Corbett as Chief Executive Officer Asia Pacific, among a number of key executive changes in the region for the cruise line.

Winners of the inaugural F&B@Sea Awards 2024 announced

Kanchan Nath Apr 16, 2024

The inaugural F&B@Sea Awards revealed this year's outstanding achievers during its debut ceremony hosted on April 11, 2024 at F&B@Sea.

TDM Guest Contributor

Severe Drought in Spain Impacts Water Supply for Cruise Ships

Joe Cusmano Feb 25, 2024 0

A number of measures brought about by Spain's drought are having an effect on the country's tourist economy, one of which being the departure of cruise ships from Barcelona. The post Severe…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Record-breaking January sales see Ignite Travel Group celebrate

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2024

Australia’s leading online travel company, Ignite Travel Group, has celebrated its best-ever month, breaking its previous sales record by 25 per cent.

Traveltek appoints Christian Sansom as the new Head of APAC

Kanchan Nath Feb 5, 2024

Travel technology specialist Traveltek is delighted to announce the appointment of Christian Sansom as the new Head of APAC.

TDM Guest Contributor

Australia’s Cruise Industry Soaring to New Heights

Joe Cusmano Jan 16, 2024 0

Following record-breaking performance in 2023, the Australian cruise industry is gearing up for an even more spectacular 2024. The post Australia’s Cruise Industry Soaring to New Heights …

Emerald Cruises’ New Emerald Sakara Christened in San Juan

Joe Cusmano Dec 13, 2023 0

Emerald Cruises proudly announced the christening of their newest luxury boat among the stunning coastal background of San Juan, marking a significant milestone for the

Booking.com to sell cruises

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2023

Booking Holdings largest brand Booking.com states that it is launching a cruise section on its website to take advantage of the emergence of cruises as a popular option among consumers in…

The Advantage Travel Partnership focuses on “Cruise Month”

Kanchan Nath Sep 13, 2023

The Advantage Travel Partnership is rolling out its plans to support this year’s Cruise Month, which the Partnership says includes more marketing activity than ever before.

Top 10 tips for stress-free family sailing with kids

Kanchan Nath Aug 7, 2023

Cruising experts at Panache Cruises have provided their ten top tips for parents and carers looking to book a trip on the seas away with their children.

Seatrade Europe announces panel for 2023 state of the European Cruise Industry keynote

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2023

Seatrade Europe – Cruise and River Cruise Convention, the bi-annual event for the European cruise and river cruise community, announces its awaited 2023 State of the European Cruise Industry…

WTTC G20 public-private dialogue shines light on travel & tourism opportunities

Kanchan Nath Jun 29, 2023

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) gathered leading Travel & Tourism stakeholders and G20 Ministers in a Public-Private Dialogue in Goa to address the sector’s vast potential…

Top Ten banned items you can’t take on your summer cruise

Kanchan Nath Jun 14, 2023

First-time and experienced cruisers alike may be surprised to know some of the everyday items which are prohibited onboard the most popular cruise ships.

Explora Journeys presents Ocean Journeys for families

Kristin Mariano May 15, 2023

With suites that interconnect, a Nautilus Club for young and teenagers, and special destination experiences created to maximise enjoyment for all generations, families embarking on the…

Alaska Port Of Juneau Agree On Cruise Ship Limits

Joe Cusmano May 2, 2023

Following an agreement with cruise lines, the popular Alaska port of Juneau will begin limiting cruise ship visits in 2024. The City of Juneau and major cruise lines have agreed to…

Emerald Cruises launches Its Newest Luxury Yacht, The Emerald Sakara

Joe Cusmano May 1, 2023

The new superyacht Emerald Sakara, operated by Emerald Cruises, is nearly ready for sea trials. The finishing touches on the ship’s interior are expected to be made in time for the…

Brits taking 1.7 million cruises each year

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2023

The travel industry is experiencing a boom in cruising, with over a millions Britons choosing to set sail for the holidays in the previous year.

AFTA Submission showcases ‘Economic Importance of Travel’

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023

The important role of ATAS members in facilitating bookings of inbound travel, accommodation and all the related services which underpin Australia’s Tourism Industry deserves more Government…

Cities Are Banning Cruises Due To Erosion, Air Pollution, And Over Tourism

Joe Cusmano Apr 27, 2023

There are around 4.8 million cruisers annually, and this figure was closer to 30 million before the pandemic. However, many ports where cruise ships dock are reconsidering their…

MSC Meraviglia Starts Year-Round Cruises From New York

Joe Cusmano Apr 25, 2023

MSC Cruises, the world’s third-largest and fastest-growing cruise company, moored the MSC Meraviglia at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The modern and stunning mega-ship has already sailed…

The Cruise Market In Australia Shows A Strong Rebound

Joe Cusmano Oct 6, 2022

Statistics produced by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Australasia show that consumer interest in sailing is on the upswing. CLIA commissioned an independent…

American Queen Voyages appoints industry veteran new CEO

editor Sep 29, 2022 0

Mrs. D’Aoust Joins American Queen Voyages Bringing Nearly 40 Years Of Experience In The Industry Including Serving In Executive Leadership Roles With Cape Resorts Management Company And…

Destination NSW Unveils Resource To Capture Cruise Passenger Spending

Joe Cusmano Sep 19, 2022

Destination NSW has developed a new tool to assist tourist economy businesses in capturing passenger expenditure in the state’s cruise port network. The new handbook, developed in…

Australia’s Cruise Surge Set To Resume This Summer

Joe Cusmano Sep 5, 2022

As international ships return for the first summer season since the 2020 ban, interest in cruising has skyrocketed to levels not seen before the pandemic. September is “Cruise Month”…

Australia ready for summer cruise renaissance

Kristin Mariano Aug 26, 2022

Australia’s tourism industry is preparing for a resurgent summer cruise season, with 46 ships bringing economic opportunities back to ports around the country as part of a carefully…

Cruise industry celebrates first visit to Auckland

Kristin Mariano Aug 12, 2022

New Zealand’s cruise industry has set a course for recovery, celebrating the arrival of the first international ship to sail into Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour in more than two years.…

Cruise360 Australasia embraces renewal and opportunities in packed line-up

Kristin Mariano Aug 2, 2022

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced details of its upcoming Cruise360 Australasia conference, celebrating cruising’s revival Down Under with a packed program…

Australia’s ban on cruise ships ends

Megha Paul Apr 20, 2022

The ban on foreign cruise ships by Australia — imposed in March 2020 after a Covid outbreak aboard the Ruby Princess spilled into Sydney once the vessel docked — cost the Australian economy…

WTTC reveals speaker list for 21st global summit in the Philippines

Megha Paul Mar 31, 2022

WTTC unveils its speakers for its upcoming Global Summit in Manila, which includes Indonesian/Dutch activist Melati Wijsen and South Korean politician Ban Ki-Moon who served as the eighth…

More cruise tourists book direct post pandemic

Kristin Mariano Feb 17, 2022

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, cruise bookings have shifted away from intermediaries with cruise tourists opting to book directly with the cruise line rather than through an Online…

Australia extends ban on cruise tourism until 17 April

Megha Paul Feb 16, 2022

Despite announcing plans to reopen in phases, Australia has yet again extended its cruise ban, this time to April 17

AFTA priorities fight for free and open travel for 2022

Kristin Mariano Jan 20, 2022

The Australian Federation of Travel Agents’ fight for free and open travel and additional financial support for the sector, the apparent uniform decision by carriers to reduce commission to…

WTTC unveils net zero roadmap for tourism

Megha Paul Nov 10, 2021

As world leaders discuss concrete actions to solve the climate crises at COP26 in Glasgow, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched an ambitious and groundbreaking net zero…

The rebirth of travel in Australia

Joe Cusmano Oct 27, 2021

The international travel ban in Australia will be lifted on 1 November 2021, when New South Wales reopens to quarantine-free overseas travel for fully vaccinated citizens and residents.

UK Domestic cruise problems

Malcolm Ginsberg Jun 22, 2021

Seaborne holiday trips may operate beyond UK waters, but are restricted to English, Welsh and Northern Ireland port calls and carrying residents from the UK and the Common Travel Area…

No cruises in Canada as it extends ban until Feb 2022

Megha Paul Feb 11, 2021

Canada is extending its ban on cruise ships through February 2022 because of Covid-19, effectively shutting down popular summer trips to Alaska for another year

New CEO signals exciting chapter for Aurora Expeditions

Megha Paul Nov 5, 2020

Australian-owned Aurora Expeditions has welcomed Monique Ponfoort as CEO, marking the start of an exciting new chapter in small-ship expedition travel

After MICE, Singapore works on safe and gradual resumption of cruising

Kristin Mariano Oct 9, 2020

Cruise lines homeported in Singapore will be able to unfurl their sails starting November as the country works toward the safe resumption of the sector.

Carnival Cruise Line extends pause for all Australia departures till December

Harry S. Aug 27, 2020

Carnival Cruise Line said today that in light of continuing Australian travel restrictions, it is extending its pause in departures from Australia through 2 December 2020 for Carnival Spirit…

Sea Sick: Is Cruising still a Happy Business?

Dr. Elinor Garely - special to eTN Aug 24, 2020

The Cruise industry before COVID-19 generated $134 billion in travel and tourism revenue prompting CLIA to paint a rosy future. This was before COVID-19

WTTC calls on world leaders to implement new ‘Safe Travel’ protocols

Alastair Newport May 12, 2020

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), has published a range of new worldwide measures to restart the travel & tourism private sector. The organisation has now called upon…

CMV’s Columbus to dock in UK on 14 April

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2020

Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ (CMV) ship Columbus is sailing on a 7842 nautical mile repatriation voyage directly back to the UK, with 907 passengers including 602 British nationals and…

‘Destination’ is top reason for choosing any river cruise

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2020

A recent survey conducted by Fred.\ River Cruises has revealed that destination remains the primary reason why travellers choose one river cruise over another. 79% of the respondents…

Cruise industry gears up for bushfire recovery

Megha Paul Jan 14, 2020

Australia’s cruise industry continues to operate at full capacity and has united with other tourism sectors in planning for the recovery of communities impacted by fires. Cruise Lines…

Alaska earns top spot as ‘most booked cruise destination’ in 2019

Tian Tolentino Jan 7, 2020

On its third consecutive year as the most booked domestic cruise destination in the US, Alaska continues to dominate in a 2019-2020 travel trends survey among over 400 Travel Leaders Group…

Cruise news: The increasing impact of the cruise industry and more

Tian Tolentino Dec 4, 2019

This week on cruise news, CLIA analyses the increasing impact of the cruise industry, AIDA Cruises welcomes its fourth Selection Class vessel, CMV unveils a 'refreshing new look' and more.

Cruise news: World’s first ultra-modern ‘clean tourist vessel’ and more

Tian Tolentino Oct 30, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, Brim Explorer dives deep into the pristine waters of Tromsø, CLIA announces 'new to cruise' guide, Cunard launches a craft beer trio and more.

Travel 2 cruises towards growth

Megha Paul Oct 3, 2019

Tour operator Travel 2 has seen an increase of 12% in the number of agents selling cruise year on year. In the last five months alone, there has been in excess of over 100 new agents…

India as a cruise source market has grown by double digits

Alastair Newport Sep 16, 2019

In 2018, India was Singapore’s top overseas source market for the cruise traveller segment. 160,000 Indian cruise holidaymakers (a 27 % increase over 2017) travelled out of Singapore’s…

Cruise news: Winter voyages, a new taste in the high seas and more

Tian Tolentino Aug 28, 2019

On this week’s round-up of the latest cruise news, we’ve got Hurtigruten’s winter sailings to Norway, AmaWaterways’ company expansion and more.

Cruise news: AIDA ‘electrifies’ its fleet and more

Tian Tolentino Aug 21, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing new battery storage systems, inaugural sailings, themed cruises for experiential travellers and more.

Women travelling solo are truly “wanderful”

Kristin Mariano Jul 12, 2019

More women are heading out of their comfort zone and seek high-octane adventures that provide an opportunity to develop new skills and passions.

Cruise news: Celebrity Edge “defies expectations” and more

Tian Tolentino May 15, 2019

On our cruise radar this week, we're seeing facial recognition technology, hotel amenities for river cruising, new deals and more.

UK & Ireland cruise industry reaches new milestone with two million passengers

Tian Tolentino Apr 16, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that the number of ocean cruises taken by British and Irish passengers last year reached over two million for the first time.

Cruise news: Wellness cruises, day tripper taxes and more

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jan 9, 2019

We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry.

20 trend reports in 1: What travel will look like in 2019

Kristin Mariano Dec 31, 2018

Flooded with trend reports at the end of the year? TD has a special New Year's gift-- the lord of all trends reports to keep you on top of your game in 2019.

Cruise news: New launches, The London Cruise Show and more

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Dec 27, 2018

We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The newly launched cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry.

Cruise news: 2019 voyages, promises to save the seas and more

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Dec 19, 2018

We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The newly launched cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry.

Cruise industry contributes record €47B to European economy

Tian Tolentino Jul 9, 2018

The cruise industry once again has proven itself strong as it has made a record-breaking contribution to the European economy in 2017.

British holidaymakers take almost 2 million cruises in 2017

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 3, 2018

The British cruise market saw another year of growth in 2017 with a record  high of 1,971,000 cruise passengers setting sail on an ocean cruise,  representing an increase of 4.3%, against…

Silversea bookings for Legends of Cruising – World Cruise 2020 breaks records

Tian Tolentino Jun 1, 2018

It seems cruise fever has taken over 2018 as Silversea marked a record number of bookings since the opening of Legends of Cruising - World Cruise 2020.

Face‑to‑Face

Q&A: Vivek Katheriya at Traveltek Group Ltd

Jill Sayles Jan 12, 2018

Traveltek is a technology provider for the global travel industry and in Q4 2017, opened a Middle East headquarters in Dubai. The UK company’s regional sales manager for India and MENA,…

Middle East travel firms need to get ship shape

Jill Sayles Jan 8, 2018

The cruise industry provides a huge ‘porthole’ of opportunity for savvy Middle East travel firms over the next 12 months, says Peter Whittle, global sales director, Traveltek Group Ltd.…

Cosmos appoints director of sales

Jill Sayles Dec 29, 2017 6

Cosmos has announced the appointment of Janet Parton to director of sales. Parton was formerly head of sales, Cosmos and Avalon Waterways. She helped communicate the escorted tour…

Silversea appoints new managing director

Jill Sayles Dec 7, 2017 1

Silversea Cruises has announced that Peter Shanks is joining the company in the role of managing director, UK and Ireland. Based in the London office, he will report to CEO Roberto…

River Cruise Excellence Awards winners announced

Jill Sayles Nov 20, 2017 17

Those who contribute to the growing success of the river cruise industry were recently recognised at an awards ceremony at the seventh annual CLIA River Cruise Conference in Amsterdam.…

It’s time to embrace the river cruise trend

Jill Sayles Nov 17, 2017

The time is right to capitalise on the huge swell in demand for river cruises, says Kirsty Orr, chief operations officer, Traveltek Group Ltd. "Consumer demand for river cruises…

MSC announces name of new ship

Jill Sayles Nov 16, 2017 8

MSC Cruises has announced the name of its first Meraviglia Plus ship, which will be called MSC Grandiosa. The announcement was made by the company's executive chairman, Pierfrancesco…

Caribbean ‘open for business’

Jill Sayles Oct 31, 2017

Andy Harmer, SVP membership & director, CLIA UK & Ireland, updates Travel Daily Media on the Caribbean cruise market. Over 146,000 British holidaymakers chose to take a…

Win a £1000 lifestyle voucher with Silversea

Jill Sayles Oct 20, 2017 22

Silversea is offering agents the chance to win one of three £1,000 Lifestyle vouchers as part of CLIA’s Plan A Cruise Month. Agents who make a booking on any the cruise line's 2017,…

Q & A with Javine Tan, business development manager, for Traveltek Group Ltd in SE Asia

Alastair Newport Oct 17, 2017 6

UK travel technology specialist Traveltek has opened a Singapore office, marking its foray in South-East Asia – a market where its advanced solutions can help the travel industry keep pace…

Broaden your horizon with Carnival Cruise Line

Jill Sayles Oct 5, 2017 14

Carnival Cruise Line and CLIA are inviting agents to ‘Broaden Your Horizon’ next April by joining them on board Carnival Horizon for a two-night conference. It is aimed at educating…

APT celebrates 90th Birthday and Plan a Cruise Month

Alastair Newport Oct 1, 2017 17

Cruise and tour operator APT has launched a special incentive designed to encourage travel agents to book its Asian river cruises during CLIA UK & Ireland’s Plan a Cruise Month.

APT offers incentive during plan a cruise month

Jill Sayles Sep 29, 2017 0

Cruise and tour operator APT has launched an incentive designed to encourage travel agents to book its European and Asian river cruises during CLIA UK & Ireland’s Plan a Cruise Month.…

AmaWaterways includes plan a cruise month offers

Jill Sayles Sep 26, 2017

AmaWaterways is offering €100 onboard credit per stateroom to all 2018 European bookings made during the CLIA Plan a Cruise Month launching October 1, 2017. This is in addition to…

Agents can experience Mekong sailings following Asia cruise conference

Jill Sayles Sep 10, 2017

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced details of the three-night river cruises that will take place after its first Asia Cruise Conference being held in Ho Chi Minh in…

Face‑to‑Face

Q&A: Joseph Grimley, head of agency sales, Riviera Travel

Jill Sayles Aug 1, 2017

What does your role include and how long have you held it? I have been in my role at Riviera Travel for just over five years. The role is responsible for managing sales through…

Cruise Industry Reveals Fast Facts about the Small Ship Cruise Experience

Mark Elliott Jul 21, 2017 0

Interest in small ship cruising, traveling onboard ships with a smaller passenger capacity, is on the rise among travelers. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s…

ITT Conference sells out

Jill Sayles Jun 6, 2017

This year's ITT Conference is now sold out, with 400 members and their companions who will attend the event from 12-14 June in Sorrento, Italy. The three-day event will include two…

‘Destination’ to be the focus of Cruise 360

Maria Airey May 30, 2017

CLIA has revealed further details regarding the inaugural travel agent event Cruise360, which will take place in Copenhagen. The event will discuss the importance of destination knowledge…

Destination to be the focus of Cruise 360 Copenhagen

Maria Airey May 25, 2017

CLIA has revealed further details regarding the inaugural travel agent event Cruise360, which will take place in Copenhagen. The event will discuss the importance of destination knowledge…

The Global Travel Group offers members the chance to join VIP fam

Jill Sayles May 22, 2017

Speaking at The Global Travel Group conference, Cherie Richards, commercial director, The Global Travel Group told delegates that they could win a place on its next VIP trip. The trip…

Thomson Cruises to launch TUI Discovery 2

Simon Willmore May 16, 2017

Thomson Cruises has revealed that it has seen an almost 40 per cent increase in passengers on cruise holidays in the last five years, with numbers in the last year alone rise by nearly 20…

New study shows cruise industry’s leadership in environmental performance

Simon Willmore Apr 4, 2017

A new study released Friday by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) provides the first-ever wide-ranging analysis by independent maritime environmental experts of the cruise…

UK and Irish cruise market sets new mark in 2016

Aaron Greenwood Mar 15, 2017

Figures released today by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) show that a record 1.9 million holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland took an ocean cruise in 2016. This growth…

Andy Harmer talks tech

Maria Airey Feb 24, 2017

The cruise industry is well known for offering guests some of the most innovative entertainment options, dining choices and enrichment of the whole travel industry. Celebrity chefs,…

The winning names in cruising revealed at the Wave Awards

Maria Airey Feb 17, 2017

The prestigious Wave Awards returned last night to celebrate the destinations, operators and attractions that continue to make cruising one of the fastest growing and most popular…

Cruise Lines International Association to host first executive partner conference in London

Mark Elliott Jan 31, 2017

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the unified voice and leading authority of the global cruise community, confirms a new event for industry stakeholders - the CLIA Executive…

ASEAN countries team up to drive cruise tourism

Mark Elliott Apr 14, 2015

Four Southeast Asian countries have teamed up to promote the region's cruise industry. Under a unified ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) banner, representatives from…