https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/clia/ Clia News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:39:40+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trade-friendly-updates-and-enhancements-made-to-clia-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/trade-friendly-updates-and-enhancements-made-to-clia-website/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has refreshed its website, to help further support and assist agents. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 01:30:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-love-bites-for-agents/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-love-bites-for-agents/ The Love Bites are free for CLIA members and will stream live from 9.30-10.30 on Thursdays, starting on July 14 and running to August 25. Sun, 03 Jul 2022 17:00:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-seeks-partnership-with-governments-to-reach-decarbonisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-seeks-partnership-with-governments-to-reach-decarbonisation/ Cruise leaders have convened in Genoa at the first European summit devoted to decarbonisation of cruise sector, and have called on governments to create the right regulatory framework to facilitate net-zero cruising by 2050. Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:30:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-tourism-sector-calls-for-greater-coordination-among-nations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/european-tourism-sector-calls-for-greater-coordination-among-nations/ Passengers and business alike need a stable and coherent European framework to restart travelling and safely prepare for spring, it was argued. Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:35:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/laurent-to-take-up-clia-leadership-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/laurent-to-take-up-clia-leadership-in-europe/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced the appointment of Marie-Caroline Laurent as director general for CLIA in Europe. She will assume the role on November 15th. Fri, 22 Oct 2021 07:53:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-cruise-week-to-return-this-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-cruise-week-to-return-this-month/ CLIA UK & Ireland has announced a range of trade-specific cruise activity for September. This includes its annual CLIA Cruise Week, which this year will run from September 20-24. Wed, 01 Sep 2021 08:19:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-safety-protocols-adopted-as-cruise-sector-prepares-for-relaunch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-safety-protocols-adopted-as-cruise-sector-prepares-for-relaunch/ Cruise Lines International Association has confirmed it will adopt a new set of health protocols as part of a phased-in, highly controlled resumption of operations in North America. Tue, 22 Sep 2020 09:22:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-clia-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-clia-in-europe/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced the appointment of Ukko Metsola as director general for the organisation in Europe. Wed, 02 Sep 2020 06:06:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-cruise-lines-extend-suspension-of-sailing-into-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/us-cruise-lines-extend-suspension-of-sailing-into-october/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced that its ocean-going members have agreed to suspend United States cruise operations until at least October 31st. Thu, 06 Aug 2020 08:29:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ireland-cruise-conference-to-return-in-november/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ireland-cruise-conference-to-return-in-november/ The conference follows the success of the inaugural Ireland Cruise Conference held in Dublin last November, which was attended by almost 100 travel agents. Wed, 15 Jan 2020 04:12:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-heroes-to-be-honoured-at-clia-conference-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-heroes-to-be-honoured-at-clia-conference-2020/ The flagship three-day conference is the largest travel agent conference in the UK, which this year saw over 700 travel professionals in attendance. Thu, 19 Dec 2019 08:23:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-river-cruise-conference-to-showcase-four-vessels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-river-cruise-conference-to-showcase-four-vessels/ This year’s CLIA River Cruise Conference will include four ship visits and an overnight stay onboard, organisers have revealed. Wed, 24 Jul 2019 07:03:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/goldstein-steps-up-as-clia-global-chair-for-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/goldstein-steps-up-as-clia-global-chair-for-2019/ Adam Goldstein succeeds Arnold Donald, president, Carnival Corporation, who served has CLIA global chairman since January 2017. Tue, 08 Jan 2019 08:53:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-unveils-commitment-to-cut-carbon-emissions-sharply-by-2030/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-unveils-commitment-to-cut-carbon-emissions-sharply-by-2030/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced a global cruise industry commitment to reduce the rate of carbon emissions across the industry fleet 40 per cent by 2030. Wed, 19 Dec 2018 11:20:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-reveals-10b-cruise-impact-on-uk-economy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-reveals-10b-cruise-impact-on-uk-economy/ The cruise industry generated more than €10 billion for the UK economy in 2017, representing around 22 per cent of the cruise industry’s ‘total output’ across Europe. Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:29:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-searches-for-new-leader-as-daoust-departs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-searches-for-new-leader-as-daoust-departs/ Cruise Lines International Association has begun the search for new leadership after Cindy D’Aoust said she would step down at the end of the year. Fri, 20 Jul 2018 07:32:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-claims-near-50bn-contribution-from-cruise-sector-to-european-economy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-claims-near-50bn-contribution-from-cruise-sector-to-european-economy/ The cruise industry contributed a record €47.86 billion to the European economy in 2017, according to new figures released by Cruise Lines International Association in its updated European Economic Contribution Report. Mon, 09 Jul 2018 07:40:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boardley-takes-up-clia-leadership-role-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boardley-takes-up-clia-leadership-role-in-europe/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced Thomas Boardley will join the organisation on October 1st, as secretary general, CLIA Europe. Mon, 02 Jul 2018 03:18:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/roberts-appointed-clia-uk-chairman/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/roberts-appointed-clia-uk-chairman/ CLIA UK & Ireland has appointed Tony Roberts, Princess Cruises’ vice-president UK and Europe, as chair. He succeeds Stuart Leven, vice-president EMEA and managing director of RCL Cruises, who has served as chair for the past 18 months.  Mon, 25 Jun 2018 08:20:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-strengthens-communications-team-with-double-appointment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-strengthens-communications-team-with-double-appointment/ CLIA has strengthened its global communications team with two new appointments. Thu, 21 Jun 2018 08:11:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-reports-another-strong-year-for-cruise-sector-in-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-reports-another-strong-year-for-cruise-sector-in-2017/ Cruise Lines International Association has updated the official global cruise industry numbers confirming 2017 ocean cruise passenger growth and another positive year for the cruise industry. Fri, 25 May 2018 08:34:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-cruise-industry-reaches-new-peak-in-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-cruise-industry-reaches-new-peak-in-2017/ Almost two million cruises were taken by British holidaymakers in 2017, with a record high of 1,959,000 cruise passengers reported in latest figures, released by industry body, the Cruise Line International Association. Fri, 09 Mar 2018 16:04:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-predicts-another-strong-year-for-sec/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-predicts-another-strong-year-for-sec/ Cruise Lines International Association has released the 2018 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, offering an in-depth look at the cruise sector’s overall global economic impact as well as the global trends impacting cruise travel in 2018. Mon, 29 Jan 2018 11:31:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-to-host-river-conference-in-vietnam/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-to-host-river-conference-in-vietnam/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced it is to hold a River Cruise Conference in Asia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The event will be followed by a sailing on the Mekong River for travel agents. Sat, 27 May 2017 10:07:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-new-selling-tool-for-agents/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-new-selling-tool-for-agents/ Cruise Lines International Association has added a brand new selling tool to its Agent Toolbox in partnership with Full Picture, the award winning visual conversation tool. Fri, 17 Feb 2017 05:59:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-hosts-first-london-conference/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-hosts-first-london-conference/ Cruise Lines International Association has hosted its first London-based two-day conference for industry stakeholders. The CLIA Executive Partner Conference brought together 200 delegates including 46 cruise executives from 21 countries. Fri, 10 Feb 2017 05:10:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-executive-partner-conference-in-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-executive-partner-conference-in-london/ Cruise Lines International Association has launched a new event for industry stakeholders - the CLIA Executive Partner Conference. This new event combines CLIA’s highly-rated Port & Destination and Technical & Regulatory Forums into a two-day conference taking place at London’s historic St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel.  Wed, 01 Feb 2017 08:31:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-global-leadership-for-clia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-global-leadership-for-clia/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced it has added two new members to its global leadership team. Andy Harmer, former vice president, operations & director, UK & Ireland, has been promoted to senior vice president, membership. At the same time, Bo Larsen, former vice president, strategic partnerships, has also been promoted to senior vice president, strategic partnerships. Fri, 06 Jan 2017 06:20:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-predicts-bright-2017-for-cruise-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-predicts-bright-2017-for-cruise-sector/ The Cruise Lines International Association has released the 2017 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, detailing a steady pace of cruise travel interest and significant investment in the industry. The increase in cruise travel is expected to continue throughout 2017, with an estimated 25.3 million passengers expected to sail in 2017, a strong surge from 15.8 million just ten years’ prior. Tue, 20 Dec 2016 10:38:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/anastassiadis-to-lead-clia-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/anastassiadis-to-lead-clia-europe/ The CLIA Europe general assembly has voted to appoint Kyriakos Anastassiadis, chief executive of Celestyal Cruises, as the organisation’s next chairman. First appointed to the European executive committee of the Cruise Lines International Association three years ago, Anastassiadis takes over the role from Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman of MSC Cruises, who has been the organisation’s chairman for the last three years. Mon, 24 Oct 2016 05:36:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-welcomes-french-america-line/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-welcomes-french-america-line/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced the addition of new Regional Cruise Line Member – French America Line, America’s premium river cruise tour. The river cruise company joins the growing number of CLIA Cruise Line Members, totalling 62 cruise lines. Fri, 26 Aug 2016 03:25:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-cruise-industry-stronger-than-ever/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-cruise-industry-stronger-than-ever/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced the cruise industry has surpassed 2015 ocean cruise passenger projections and has increased passenger expectations for 2016 – a sign the industry is stronger than ever. CLIA unveiled the new insights at the 2016 Cruise360 Conference in Vancouver, the largest conference of the cruise industry. Thu, 09 Jun 2016 09:35:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-hires-hills-balfour-as-uk-pr-rep/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-hires-hills-balfour-as-uk-pr-rep/ Cruise Lines International Association UK & Ireland, which brings together cruise lines, travel agents and travel partners to promote ocean and river holidays, has appointed Hills Balfour to co-ordinate its consumer public relations. The pitch was a five way invitation only process. Thu, 21 Jan 2016 11:24:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-to-launch-summit-at-sea-in-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-to-launch-summit-at-sea-in-2016/ As part of ongoing enhancements to their Executive Partner Membership Program, Cruise Lines International Association is launching the Summit At Sea, a unique new networking and educational opportunity. The event, which will be hosted on-board MSC’s Preziosa, January 8th-11th, 2016, is exclusively offered to CLIA’s Executive Partner and Cruise Line Members. Wed, 09 Dec 2015 10:12:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-appoints-ostebo-to-lead-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-appoints-ostebo-to-lead-organisation/ Cruise Lines International Association has announced Thomas Ostebo will join the organisation as president and chief executive officer, effective July 6th. Selected by CLIA’s Global Executive Committee, Ostebo will oversee CLIA operations both domestically and internationally, working directly with his senior leadership team to execute the organisation’s vision and work on behalf of CLIA members. Thu, 21 May 2015 10:07:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/river-cruising-continues-to-boom-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/river-cruising-continues-to-boom-in-europe/ The popularity of river cruises has continued to grow with the number of UK passengers taking a holiday on waterways in Europe and further afield growing by six per cent in 2014, according to figures released by CLIA UK & Ireland. The number of British travellers taking a river cruise grew by almost 8,000, taking the total number to 139,400 in 2014.Europe remains by far the most popular region for UK travellers to take a river cruise accounting for 86 per cent of all passengers. Wed, 25 Mar 2015 11:06:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-finds-surging-demand-for-cruising-in-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-finds-surging-demand-for-cruising-in-asia/ The newly-formed Cruise Lines International Association bodies in south-east and north Asia today released initial findings from the new Asia Cruise Trends Project: “Analysis, Assessment, Appreciation.”  The work follows on from the 2013 Asia Cruise Association White Paper: “Information, Intelligence, Insights.”  Both projects have been conducted by CHART Management Consultants, a global expert in cruise tourism and strategy. Tue, 25 Nov 2014 10:31:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-europe-urges-mediterranean-cruise-cooperation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-europe-urges-mediterranean-cruise-cooperation/ CLIA Europe, the association representing Europe’s multibillion euro cruise industry, has once again reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to work with ports and port associations to ensure consistent representation of the cruise sector’s interests before public authorities and the media. Speaking in Barcelona at the opening session of Seatrade Med – the major biennial cruise event focused on the Mediterranean market, taking place this week – Pierfrancesco Vago, CLIA Europe’s chairman, said cooperation with port associations is key for the entire sector. Thu, 18 Sep 2014 11:16:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-finds-industry-continues-to-grow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-finds-industry-continues-to-grow/ In the last decade, demand for cruising across the globe has increased 77 per cent, from 12 million to 21.3 million passengers. New data released by the Cruise Lines International Association show that worldwide, cruise industry expenditures generated $117 billion in total economic contributions, supporting the employment of 891,009 full-time equivalent employees with total wages of $38.47 billion. Mon, 15 Sep 2014 15:16:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-contributes-2.5-billion-to-uk-economy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-contributes-2.5-billion-to-uk-economy/ The cruise industry’s contribution to the British economy grew substantially in 2013, as did the number of UK jobs it supports, according to a report released today by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). Tue, 17 Jun 2014 02:30:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-promotes-meetings-mean-business-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-promotes-meetings-mean-business-campaign/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), alongside many leaders from the travel and event industry, today announced its support for and active participation in the “Meetings Mean Business” campaign. Thu, 23 Jan 2014 02:30:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/96-cruise-ships-back-to-european-waters-from-winter-routes1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/96-cruise-ships-back-to-european-waters-from-winter-routes1/ As the summer cruise season gets under way in Europe, 96 ships have sailed back to European waters from their winter routes in the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa and Asia. This brings the total fleet in the region this summer to 200 cruise ships, operated by 65 lines, serving at least 530 destinations stretching from the Mediterranean to the Arctic. Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:41:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europe-celebrates-five-new-cruise-ships-in-four-month-period/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/europe-celebrates-five-new-cruise-ships-in-four-month-period/ Europe celebrated the christenings of five new cruise ships in the last four months, as international cruise lines took delivery of new vessels built in European shipyards, Cruise Lines International Association announced. The five new ships, which represent a total investment of over €2 billion and carry a combined total 14,615 passengers, will significantly boost capacity. Wed, 17 Jul 2013 02:30:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clias-cruise3sixty-approaches-sell-out-status/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clias-cruise3sixty-approaches-sell-out-status/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced that the ninth annual cruise3sixty conference and trade show is reaching near sell-out status, with nearly 1,300 national and international travel selling professionals registered to attend the event set for June 19-23 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Mon, 27 May 2013 02:30:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-names-thomas-fischetti-chief-financial-officer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-names-thomas-fischetti-chief-financial-officer/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced that it has named Thomas Fischetti to the position of chief financial officer, reporting to CLIA President and CEO Christine Duffy.  His responsibilities for the global cruise industry trade association include financial management, accounting, contracting and internal controls, IT, human resources and oversight of the association’s facilities. Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-highlights-continuing-efforts-to-protect-environments-where/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-highlights-continuing-efforts-to-protect-environments-where/ In celebration of Earth Day, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today highlighted the ongoing efforts of its member lines to protect the ocean environment. CLIA and its members lines have a vested interest in protecting the environment, not only because it is the responsible thing to do – but also because clean oceans and beaches are essential to the cruise experience. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:30:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-backs-global-effort-to-facilitate-shore-leave-for-crewmembers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-backs-global-effort-to-facilitate-shore-leave-for-crewmembers/ These efforts are being made through a request that port States make provisions for crewmembers to be able to apply for visas upon arrival in port or very shortly before arrival if the port State requires a visa for shore leave. Sat, 09 Mar 2013 02:30:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2013-clia-expands-with-national-organisation-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2013-clia-expands-with-national-organisation-in-germany/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced the establishment of CLIA Germany at the world’s biggest tourism fair ITB Berlin 2013. The new national association will be headquartered in Hamburg and will be chaired by Michael Ungerer, CEO of AIDA Cruises. This follows CLIA’s Jan. 30 announcement of its expanded resources in Europe with CLIA Germany joining CLIA UK and Ireland and CLIA Netherlands as a part of CLIA’s newly established global structure. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 05:30:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-cruise-industry-tv-on-youtube/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-cruise-industry-tv-on-youtube/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today launched a YouTube channel, Cruise Industry TV at youtube.com/cruiseindustrytv to provide visually compelling content on the value of cruising and industry operational practices. Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-launches-cruise-forward/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-launches-cruise-forward/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced the launch of ‘Cruise Forward,’ a new industry-wide communications initiative that will promote awareness of cruising’s wide-ranging contributions and engage stakeholders across the global cruise industry. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 21:00:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-expands-resources-in-europe-appoints-executives-in-global-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-expands-resources-in-europe-appoints-executives-in-global-association/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced an expansion of resources in the European market and several personnel appointments within the association’s new global structure. This follows CLIA’s Dec. 17 announcement that nine cruise industry associations around the world had joined together under a common, unified structure to represent the global cruise industry with one voice. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:30:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/imo-to-incorporate-recommendation-from-global-cruise-industry-operational-s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/imo-to-incorporate-recommendation-from-global-cruise-industry-operational-s/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and the European Cruise Council (ECC) are pleased with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) decision to approve incorporation of the cruise industry’s recommendation for the mandatory muster of passengers prior to departure from port in the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). Thu, 06 Dec 2012 18:00:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-cruise-industry-announces-latest-safety-policy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-cruise-industry-announces-latest-safety-policy/ On behalf of the global cruise industry, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and the European Cruise Council (ECC) today announced that the cruise industry has adopted an additional safety policy. This policy, which exceeds current international regulatory requirements, addresses issues related to the loading of lifeboats by crewmembers for training purposes. It is an outcome of the Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review, which was launched in January 2012. Sun, 23 Sep 2012 18:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/north-american-cruise-industry-continued-to-expand-contribution-to-u.s.-eco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/north-american-cruise-industry-continued-to-expand-contribution-to-u.s.-eco/ The North American cruise industry continued to expand its contribution to the U.S. economy in 2011 according to an independent study commissioned by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). Direct purchases by CLIA’s 26 member lines and their passengers and crew totaled approximately $19 billion resulting in $40.4 billion in total economic impact. The related cruise industry spending generated nearly 350,000 jobs paying $16.5 billion in wages to American workers. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:00:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-credits-available-at-astas-travel-retailing-destination-expo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-credits-available-at-astas-travel-retailing-destination-expo/ This year, ASTA’s Travel Retailing & Destination Expo (Los Angeles, Sept. 7-9) will offer attendees the opportunity to develop a sustainable profit line while earning CLIA credits during sessions that will not only teach them clever ways to close a sale, but also how to turn clients into repeat loyal customers. Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-ceo-announces-blog-twitter-account-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-ceo-announces-blog-twitter-account-launch/ CLIA CEO Christine Duffy announces the launch of two new social media accounts: a Twitter feed and CEO Blog. Sun, 05 Aug 2012 18:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-charitable-foundation-and-clia-present-grants/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-charitable-foundation-and-clia-present-grants/ The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation, in partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association, presented $50,000 in grants to three Baltimore-area foundations Sunday at a brunch aboard the Carnival Pride in the Port of Baltimore. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 03:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-initiative-promoting-a-diverse-group-of-speciality-cruise-lin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-launches-initiative-promoting-a-diverse-group-of-speciality-cruise-lin/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the launch of a CLIA Specialty Cruise Collection initiative to support and promote small ship, river, coastal, luxury, adventure, and sailing ship member lines. The initiative seeks to enhance and extend the marketing and communications reach of 13 CLIA member lines. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 18:00:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-travel-agents-optimistic-about-cruise-sales-in-new-survey/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-travel-agents-optimistic-about-cruise-sales-in-new-survey/ Halfway through the year, travel agents cite optimism about selling cruises in 2012, according to a new survey of members of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). Over 50 percent of respondents report they are already selling more vacations at sea than in 2011 and 64 percent expect cruise booking volume over the course of 2012 to increase over last year. Mon, 23 Jul 2012 03:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-commemorates-day-of-the-seafarer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-commemorates-day-of-the-seafarer/ In honor of Day of the Seafarer June 25, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) highlighted the industry’s long-standing support of its crewmembers, who help ensure the well-being of the general public and cruise passengers worldwide. Sat, 30 Jun 2012 18:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-cruise-industry-announces-two-new-safety-policies/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/global-cruise-industry-announces-two-new-safety-policies/ On behalf of the global cruise industry, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and the European Cruise Council (ECC) today announced that the cruise industry has adopted two new safety policies.  These policies, which address issues related to the recording of passenger nationality and the common elements of musters and emergency instructions, result from the Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review launched in January 2012. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 18:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-develops-cruise-industry-safety-tool-kit-for-agents-and-clients/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-develops-cruise-industry-safety-tool-kit-for-agents-and-clients/ The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the release of a Cruise Industry Safety Tool Kit for travel agents and their clients. First distributed at cruise3sixty, the industry’s annual conference in April, the kit is available on CLIA’s web site, www.cruising.org. Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-commemorates-world-oceans-day/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-commemorates-world-oceans-day/ In honor of World Oceans Day, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) highlighted the industry’s longstanding support of measures to protect the world’s oceans wherever its ships operate. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 18:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-president-christine-duffy-christens-the-amacerto/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-president-christine-duffy-christens-the-amacerto/ Award-winning river cruise line AmaWaterways christened its newest ship, the AmaCerto, today in the scenic Danube town of Vilshofen, Germany. The traditional ceremony centered on the christening and blessing of the ship by its Godmother, Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) President Christine Duffy. Mon, 21 May 2012 18:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-continues-to-build-on-successful-track-record/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-continues-to-build-on-successful-track-record/ In honor of Earth Day, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is proud to highlight the recent and ongoing efforts of its member cruise lines to protect and preserve the environment in which they operate. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:00:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-proposals-to-address-crimes-at-sea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-proposals-to-address-crimes-at-sea/ The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced that the United Nations’ International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed to the proposal of the United Kingdom, CLIA, and the Philippines to develop guidelines to address concerns related to alleged serious crimes and persons missing at sea. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:00:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experts-appointed-to-evaluate-cruise-industry-operational-safety-review/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experts-appointed-to-evaluate-cruise-industry-operational-safety-review/ The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced it has appointed a panel of maritime and safety experts to provide an impartial assessment of the recommendations developed by the Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review, launched in January 2012. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-announces-new-online-seminar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-announces-new-online-seminar/ ruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today launched its 36th online training seminar ‘40 Best Practices for Travel Agent Success.’ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:00:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-announces-dates-and-cities-for-trainingfest-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-announces-dates-and-cities-for-trainingfest-2012/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced dates and cities for TrainingFest 2012, the popular touring combination of seminars and trade show that offers travel agents the opportunity to earn as many as 70 credits toward CLIA Cruise Counselor Certification. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 03:00:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-shipping-miami-top-execs-at-clia-address-industry-issues-and-prospec/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-shipping-miami-top-execs-at-clia-address-industry-issues-and-prospec/ The top executives of Cruise Lines International Association have spoken to delegates gathered at Cruise Shipping Miami, offering their views on cruising’s safety record and policies as well as the industry’s prospects and commitment to growth in the coming months and years. Sat, 17 Mar 2012 18:00:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-statement-on-costa-allegra-incident/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-lines-international-association-statement-on-costa-allegra-incident/ The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) issues the following statement from Christine Duffy, president and CEO of CLIA, regarding the fire on-board the Costa Allegra. Sat, 03 Mar 2012 18:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/special-needs-group-certified-achievement-accepted-as-credit-toward-clia-ce/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/special-needs-group-certified-achievement-accepted-as-credit-toward-clia-ce/ Cruise Lines International Association, the Industry leader in Travel Agent Training, Education and Certification announced today that the Organization will recognize and accept the Special Needs Group Certified Accessible Travel Advocate achievement for CLIA Certification credit. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-associations-adopt-new-muster-drill-policy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-associations-adopt-new-muster-drill-policy/ The global cruise industry today announced a new emergency drill policy requiring mandatory muster for embarking passengers prior to departure from port. The new policy follows the industry’s announcement on January 27 of a Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review in response to the Concordia incident and as part of the industry’s continuous efforts to review and improve safety measures. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/michael-mcgarry-jumps-aboard-cruise-lines-international-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/michael-mcgarry-jumps-aboard-cruise-lines-international-association/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced today that Michael J. McGarry has joined the organisation as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs. McGarry is a veteran senior executive with extensive corporate, agency, trade association and political experience, most recently serving as Managing Partner for R2M Solutions Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-announces-operational-safety-review/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cruise-industry-announces-operational-safety-review/ In response to the Concordia incident and as part of the industry’s continuous efforts to review and improve safety measures, the Cruise Lines International Association, Inc. (CLIA), speaking on behalf of the global cruise lines industry, today announced the launch of a Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-hohman-named-chief-financial-officer-for-clia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-hohman-named-chief-financial-officer-for-clia/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the appointment of Thomas C. Hohman to the position of Chief Financial Officer. With more than twenty years in finance, accounting and business operations, Hohman will oversee all finance, administration and IT functions at the association. Sat, 10 Dec 2011 23:00:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-national-cruise-vacation-week-generates-millions-in-sales/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-national-cruise-vacation-week-generates-millions-in-sales/ Proactive Physical and Online Promotions Capitalize on Heightened Consumer Awareness for An expected $55 million in New Sales, Over $7 Million in Potential Commissions Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:30:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-congratulates-first-accredited-cruise-manager-graduate/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-congratulates-first-accredited-cruise-manager-graduate/ Barely six months after launching the program, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has congratulated its first Accredited Cruise Manager (ACM) graduate. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 21:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-and-google-collaborated-to-host-cruise-digital-marketing-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clia-and-google-collaborated-to-host-cruise-digital-marketing-2011/ The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has recently worked with Google to co-host “Cruise Digital Marketing 2011,” with the goal of analyzing and understanding the impact of the digital world from a marketing perspective with reference to the travel industry. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 21:00:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clias-2011-cruise-market-profile-study-report/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/clias-2011-cruise-market-profile-study-report/ According to the latest consumer survey prepared for Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), Americans are not only increasingly aware of cruise vacations but strongly interested in either a repeat cruise or trying one for the first time. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 06:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nows-the-perfect-time-to-book-allure-of-the-seas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nows-the-perfect-time-to-book-allure-of-the-seas/ Thomas DeSimone, Chairman and CEO of CruiseDealership.com, commented, “CruiseDealership is offering Complimentary PrePaid Gratuitie Deals & Bonus on select Royal Caribbean (Allure of the Seas) cruise departures and cabin categories to destinations worldwide” Fri, 05 Aug 2011 07:00:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-cruise-vacation-week-october-17-23/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/national-cruise-vacation-week-october-17-23/ With Encouragement from Travel Agents and Cruise Lines, CLIA Expands World’s Largest Cruise Night to a Weeklong Event to Increase Sales Opportunities Thu, 04 Aug 2011 01:00:04 +0000