CLIA News

Steve Odell joins CLIA Hall of Fame

11 March 2023

Cruise line leader Steve Odell has been inducted into cruising's Hall of Fame at the 20th Cruise Industry Awards for Australasia held in Sydney, recognising his leadership role in the industry for more than three decades. In front of almost 500 guests at an event hosted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) on Saturday March 11, Mr Odell was announced as the 17th member of the Hall of Fame by the Australasia Chairman of CLIA and the Vice President and Managing Director of Norwegian Cruise Line APAC, Ben Angell.

Get the latest cruise insights in CLIA's new online course

8 March 2023

CLIA has launched its latest online course for travel agent members Cruise Dynamics 2023 providing insight into all the latest trends and developments in a resurgent global cruise industry. Cruise Dynamics is CLIA's annual recertification elective, allowing members to renew their CLIA credentials and maintain their Accredited, Ambassador, or Masters status.

Cruise community ready to celebrate at 20th CLIA Awards

6 March 2023

The Australian and New Zealand cruise community is gearing up for its biggest event of the year this Saturday as Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) hosts its 20th Cruise Industry Awards for Australasia. With five days to go, CLIA is ready to welcome 500 people from across Australasia including 73 finalists for the industry's first awards celebration in more than three years.

Young performers to take the spotlight at CLIA Awards

1 March 2023

More than 40 young Australian performers will take to the stage at this year's Cruise Industry Awards in recognition of the arts and entertainment sector's long-standing collaboration with cruising. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has partnered with Brent Street, Australia's leading performing arts training centre, to create a spectacular dance production showcasing the talents of up-and-coming performers.

Swan Hellenic partners with CLIA in Australasia

16 February 2023

Expedition cruise line Swan Hellenic has partnered with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) to support its presence in Australia and New Zealand, joining as a Regional Cruise Line in Australasia. The partnership brings Swan Hellenic into CLIA's wider Australasian cruise community, made up of cruise lines from around the world as well as travel agent members from across Australia and New Zealand.

One month to go: CLIA agents get ready to celebrate

9 February 2023

The biggest cruise industry celebration of the year is now just one month away, and judges are making their final deliberations in preparation for the 20th Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Cruise Industry Awards for Australasia. A total of 73 finalists from across Australia and New Zealand will be in the running to win one of cruising's highest honours on 11 March when the industry comes together for its biggest party in more than three years.

CLIA LIVE cruise showcase set to tour Australia and New Zealand

6 February 2023

CLIA has announced its popular CLIA LIVE education series for 2023, bringing together travel agents for in-person training across Australasia. Dates have been confirmed for events to be held in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane and Auckland, each providing a chance for CLIA members to gain valuable sales insight into multiple cruise lines in the one forum.

CLIA Masters Program opens for top cruise specialists

1 February 2023

CLIA is preparing to welcome its first intake of Masters candidates for 2023, allowing top cruise specialist travel agents to gain the association's highest qualification. Beginning March 20, the latest Masters Program will offer a six-week course designed to help travel agents stand out as cruise specialists and move into an environment beyond mainstream selling.

Countdown to CLIA Awards begins with announcement of finalists

19 January 2023

CLIA Australasia has announced the finalists for the 20th Cruise Industry Awards ahead of a sold-out celebration in March. A total of 73 finalists have been chosen from across Australia and New Zealand and will be in the running to win one of cruising's highest honours when the industry comes together for its biggest party in more than three years.

Cruise360 Australasia heading to Brisbane in 2023

7 December 2022

The Southern Hemisphere's biggest annual cruise industry event will make its long-awaited debut in Queensland next year when Brisbane hosts Cruise360 Australasia for the first time. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Australasia has announced Cruise360 will be held at Brisbane's Royal International Convention Centre on Thursday September 7, 2023, preceded by a welcome cocktail party on Wednesday September 6. Super-earlybird tickets are now available.

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