Federal lawsuit filed to block tax on visiting cruise ships
A consortium of cruise ship operators and tour businesses have filed a lawsuit in federal court to block the state’s new law to tax cruise ships. (more…)
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CLIA Strengthens Leadership Team with Two Key Appointments in Brussels
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, announced two senior leadership appointments. (more…)
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Cruise industry sues Skagway over new tax policy
The cruise industry is suing Skagway over a new policy that makes a controversial change to how the borough taxes excursions sold by cruise companies. (more…)
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Cruise Tourism in 2025: Strategic Action for Sustainable Growth in Cruise Destinations
The global cruise industry is on a clear path of recovery and growth. According to CLIA’s 2025 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, over 37.7 million passengers are expected this year, with more than 310 ships sailing worldwide. (more…)
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First-time cruisers driving industry growth finds CLIA report
The 2025 State of the Cruise Industry Report shows 31 per cent of passengers in the last two years were new to cruising, while 82 per cent of overall passengers are intending to cruise again. (more…)
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Emirates reinforces commitment to cruise industry growth with extension of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) executive partnership
Emirates has strengthened its strategic partnership with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) through the extension of its prestigious Diamond Elite executive partnership. (more…)
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CLIA and Hamburg Messe strengthen partnership to advance the maritime sector
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, and Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH (HMC) have reaffirmed their successful partnership by signing a new cooperation agreement. (more…)
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CLIA’s New Marketing Targets Apprehensive Cruisers
Look for a new “Cruise Actually” social media campaign from CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), designed to assist both travel advisors and their clients. (more…)
CLIA CEO: Cruise Industry Shows “Sign of Great Optimism”
In 2024, 34.6 million passengers cruised, a number expected to rise to 37 million this year and soar to 42 million by 2028, revealed Bud Darr, president and CEO, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). (more…)
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Cruise Week Europe 2025 Unites Industry Leaders in Rotterdam to Drive Sustainability and Innovation
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced a dynamic lineup of government officials, cruise industry leaders, and international institutions for Cruise Week Europe 2025, taking place from March 12-14 in Rotterdam. (more…)
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Senior EU officials to headline Cruise Week Europe in Rotterdam
Greece’s minister of maritime affairs, Christos Stylianides, Cyprus’ deputy minister for shipping, Marina Hadjimanolis, and the Greek European commissioner for sustainable transport and tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, will be among the keynote speakers at next month’s Cruise Week Europe. (more…)
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Cruise industry looks ahead to European Cruise Week 2025 in Rotterdam, in partnership with local and regional leadership
Registrations are open for the highly anticipated CLIA Cruise Week Europe 2025, taking place in Rotterdam from 12-14 March 2025. (more…)
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Global Maritime Leader Bud Darr Appointed President and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced today (19 December 2024) that its Global Executive Committee has appointed Charles “Bud” Darr as President and Chief Executive Officer effective February 3, 2025. (more…)
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CLIA Australasia welcomes 100 new members at Hong Kong workshop
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has welcomed 100 new travel agent members to its ranks following a full-day workshop held this week at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. (more…)
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Cruise Month drives a surge in consumer engagement – CLIA Australasia
October’s new-look Cruise Month campaign has delivered its best-ever results in Australasia, attracting record levels of travel agent involvement while creating a surge in consumers looking to connect with agent members of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). (more…)
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CLIA reveals membership benefits and refreshed events for 2025
Following a record year in 2024, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened for 2025 membership in the UK & Ireland. (more…)
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Minister Mike Kane joins the fifth meeting of the biannual Cruise Industry Government Forum, inviting the industry to work with the Government on shared goals
The Government’s Maritime Minister Mike Kane MP joined cruise industry leaders today ( 13 November 2024) for the first meeting of the Cruise Industry Government Forum since this summer’s general election. (more…)
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New 2023 Global Cruise Industry Economic Impact Study Shows the Highest-Ever Global Economic Impact from Cruise Tourism
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the cruise industry, shared highlights from the association’s new 2023 Global Economic Impact Study last week at the annual CLIA Cruise Forward conference in Miami. (more…)
Albatros Expeditions joins CLIA
Albatros Expeditions has been confirmed as a member of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). The partnership will enhance Albatros Expeditions’ brand awareness across the industry, bringing them into CLIA’s wider community of expedition cruise lines, travel agents and partners. (more…)
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Cruise Forward Summit 2024 in Coral Gables Unites Top Executives and Experts for Groundbreaking Discussions on the Next Era of Sustainable and Tech-Driven Cruising
Join the Cruise Forward Summit on 06- 08 Nov 2024, a key conference held in Coral Gables, USA. (more…)
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Joint Industry GHG Reduction Policy Statement – CLIA
The maritime industry, represented by the signatory industry organizations, is united in its pursuit of net-zero GHG emissions by 2050 consistent with the International Maritime Organization’s 2023 Strategy. (more…)
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Gibraltar hosts and welcomes Cruise Lines Destination Showcase
The Gibraltar Tourist Board are delighted to host the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Destination Showcase. (more…)
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Cruise lines outline ‘fuel flexibility’ efforts in sustainability drive
Cruise lines are investing in new ships and engines that allow for “fuel flexibility”, according to a new industry report. (more…)
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Cruise industry annual environmental technologies and practices data shows continued progress toward environmental sustainability goals – CLIA
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise industry, today released its annual Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report, showing continued progress by the sector in advancing its environmental and sustainability agenda, including investments in ships and technologies for the uptake of transitional and alternative fuels. (more…)
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CLIA to host webinar on new EU border requirements
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has arranged a special webinar for its members on the new EU border requirements for the Entry-Exit System (EES) and European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). (more…)
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CLIA announces further Destination Showcase details
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has revealed further details of its upcoming Destination Showcase in September, which this year will take place at the southernmost tip of the Iberian peninsula, as they host an intimate and immersive cruise event in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. (more…)
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On Site at Cruise 360: Generation Shift, Fleet Growth and More
Citing a “clear generational shift,” Kelly Craighead, president and CEO, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), told a sold-out Cruise 360 conference trade audience that more new cruisers and younger travelers are setting sail. (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy Honored with CLIA’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Global travel industry champion and Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy’s significant contributions to cruise travel are being recognized with the Cruise Lines International Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024. (more…)
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Insights on Potential Cruiser Unveiled at Seatrade Cruise Global
Today at Seatrade Cruise Global, three powerhouse travel brands unveiled findings from a first-of-its-kind study, “From Shore to Ship: Attracting the Next Wave of Cruisers”. (more…)
State of the Cruise Industry report – CLIA
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released its 2024 State of the Cruise Industry report. (more…)
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70% of the people who cruise book their trip through an Online Travel Agency – Crocierissime
Crocierissime, the leading online Italian agency dedicated to the world of cruises, is taking part in Clia 2024, an event of international importance for the cruise sector which is currently taking place in Genoa, Italy. (more…)
Jason Liberty, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, Named Chairman of Cruise Lines International Association
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CLIA UK launches new-to-cruise portal for agents ahead of peaks
Clia is ramping up its focus on agents in the UK and Ireland who are new to selling cruise with a dedicated new section on its website to help them get going in time for peaks. (more…)
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Cruise Lines International Association announces the promotion of Donnie Brown to Senior Vice President of Global Maritime Policy
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Cruise tourism generates record A$5.63 billion for Australian economy
Australia’s cruise industry has generated a record A$5.63 billion for the national economy in its first year of revival, bringing new levels of employment and visitor spending to destinations around the country. (more…)
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CLIA ramps up expedition cruise support with specialist webinars, interviews and events
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced it will host two specialist ‘Destination Days’ as part of its ongoing trade support for agents seeking expedition and destination advice. (more…)
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CLIA Destination Showcase event successfully concludes in Porto
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Cleaning up cruise ships’ environmental wake. Jurisdictions around the globe have begun tightening rules to limit the effects of visiting ships
In July, Amsterdam became the latest in a series of cities to regulate against huge cruise ships in an attempt to tackle pollution and the burden of overtourism. (more…)
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Quark Expeditions Joins CLIA Global Cruise Industry Trade Association
Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, is excited to celebrate the United Nations’ World Tourism Day by announcing its new global membership in the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s largest cruise industry trade association. (more…)
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CLIA announces 2024 conference dates and schedule
CLIA UK & Ireland has revealed its 2024 conference will be held from May 23-25 in Southampton. (more…)
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