June 3, 2025
The overall market is growing, according to a new CLIA report
The number of Aussie cruisers continues to rise and while the vast majority are still opting to stay in local waters, a growing number are heading further afield, according to a new report from Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).
Read More…May 21, 2025
CLIA has recorded 97 vessels operating in the luxury cruise space in 2024
The luxury cruise travel market has tripled since 2010 based on the number of ships offering high-end experiences, a new CLIA report has revealed, as it confirmed significant growth is set to continue in that space.
Read More…May 13, 2025
The expedition cruise line as signed on as a regional member
Expedition cruise line HX Expeditions is ramping up its presence in the Australia and New Zealand markets by joining Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as a Regional Expedition/Ocean Cruise Line member in Australasia.
Read More…April 30, 2025
The luxury and expeditions cruise operator is prioritising the local market
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has joined Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as a Regional Member in Australasia, as it homes in on the local market.
Read More…March 31, 2025
More than 30 organisations from both countries will attend the Miami event
Australia and New Zealand’s largest-ever delegation of cruise representatives will attend the Seatrade Cruise Global conference in Miami next month, highlighting the region’s cruise destinations to international industry leaders.
Read More…March 26, 2025
The destination has signed on as an executive partner in Australasia
Destination Vancouver has partnered with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as an Executive Partner in Australasia, aiming to strengthen the city’s presence as a prominent cruise destination.
Read More…March 24, 2025
60 of the region’s top travel agents have signed up to take the qualification
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has welcomed its first intake of Masters candidates for 2025, taking 60 of the region’s top travel agents towards the association’s highest qualification.
Read More…March 19, 2025
The first of eight travel agent training events is now underway
CLIA LIVE has kicked off in Melbourne today with the first of eight travel agent training events across Australia and New Zealand, with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) delivering an expanded program for 2025.
Read More…March 13, 2025
German luxury river cruise operator joins CLIA Australasia
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) in Australasia announced Riverside Luxury Cruises has become the newest member of, elevating its brand within CLIA’s growing community of travel agents, cruise lines and industry partners.
Read More…March 10, 2025
‘Visionary leader’ inducted into CLIA Australasia’s Hall of Fame
Cruise line executive Stuart Allison was inducted into the industry’s Hall of Fame at the 22nd annual Cruise Industry Awards for Australasia, recognising his leadership role in the cruise sector for more than 25 years.
Read More…March 9, 2025
The champagne corks were popping in Sydney on Saturday night
The achievements of Australasia’s top travel agents supporting the cruise sector were honoured at the 22nd annual Cruise Industry Awards which took place in Sydney on Saturday night.
Read More…February 18, 2025
The actor and presenter will take the mic at the sold-out event next month
Actor and television presenter Luke Jacobz has been named as the host for this year’s 22nd annual Cruise Industry Awards, set to take place on 8 March at The Star, Sydney.
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