CLIA News

Indigenous culture takes the spotlight in New Wave magazine

6 September 2024

CLIA and Big Splash Media have released the latest edition of their annual sustainability magazine New Wave, putting a focus on Indigenous tourism among cruise industry initiatives in destination stewardship and sustainability. The glossy magazine highlights some of the many ways cruise tourism brings social and economic opportunities to communities around the world, as well as the latest environmental advances being made by cruise lines as they work towards net-zero emissions by 2050.

Cruise lines put on a show for biggest ever Cruise360 exhibition

26 August 2024

A total of 37 cruise lines will lead the biggest cruise trade exhibition ever held in the Southern Hemisphere this week as Cruise360 Australasia gets underway in Sydney. Friday's Cruise360 exhibition will bring together leading cruise lines alongside ports, destinations, tourism operators and other travel providers, offering 48 exhibitors in all.

Cruise industry calls on Government to overturn crippling NZ tourism tax

21 August 2024

Cruise lines have called on the New Zealand Government to overturn plans for a 136% increase in cruise visitor fees, which threatens to accelerate an alarming downturn in cruise tourism around the country. CLIA today warned a multi-million dollar increase in border processing fees planned by New Zealand Customs would worsen a costs crisis that was already harming New Zealand businesses and local communities.

New Zealand travellers are ready to set sail

15 August 2024

New Zealand travellers are primed for their next ocean cruise led by younger generations who show the strongest sentiment towards cruising, according to CLIA. Consumer research conducted last month shows that among New Zealanders who have cruised previously, 81% say they will cruise again.

Embrace the Future: CLIA releases full Cruise360 Australasia program

31 July 2024

CLIA has announced the full line-up of speakers and panelists for this year's sold-out Cruise360 Australasia conference, bringing together a wealth of international expertise and local insight to help prime travel agents for success. Under this year's theme Embrace the Future, CLIA has created a program to inform, inspire, and equip agents so they can expand and grow their cruise business into the future.

World experts in the spotlight at Cruise360 Australasia

24 July 2024

Cruise industry leaders from around the world will take the stage at Cruise360 Australasia next month, offering essential insight to help travel professionals thrive in a rapidly evolving sector. CLIA today announced six international speakers and panellists who will visit Sydney for this year's sold-out Cruise360 on August 30, joining a record number of travel agents and cruise representatives from throughout Australasia.

Cruise360 Australasia SOLD OUT

9 July 2024

Tickets to Cruise360 Australasia 2024 have now sold out, with more than 800 travel agents and cruise industry representatives ready to attend the biggest cruise conference ever held in the Southern Hemisphere. Hosted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the August 30 conference will take place at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney, where a packed program of international and regional speakers will provide essential insight for cruise specialist travel agents.

CLIA congratulates Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners

1 July 2024

CLIA has congratulated the Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners as they become the godparents of the new expedition cruise ship Seabourn Pursuit, marking a historic first in the cruise industry. The Wunambal Gaambera of Western Australia s Kimberley region became the first Traditional Owners to act as godparents of a major cruise vessel at a ceremony on the weekend, highlighting a focus on preserving the cultural heritage and natural beauty of the destinations cruise ships explore.

Peter Little elected Chairman of CLIA in Australasia

5 June 2024

CLIA has announced the election of Carnival Senior Vice President and Country Manager Peter Little as its new Chairman in Australasia. Mr Little takes over from Norwegian Cruise Line APAC Vice President and Managing Director Ben Angell, who has concluded his two-year term as the head of CLIA's Australasian board.

Industry leaders pay tribute to cruise pioneer Sarina Bratton

5 June 2024

Cruise industry leaders have paid tribute to pioneering Australian businesswoman Sarina Bratton AM as she steps down from the board of CLIA in Australasia after almost three decades of service. Mrs Bratton is a past Chairman of CLIA in Australasia and founder of its precursor, the International Cruise Council of Australasia, which she helped establish in 1996. She is a recipient of CLIA's Hall of Fame award and a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for her significant services to tourism, particularly the cruise industry, and to business.

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