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CLIA Announces New Online Certificate Program

Bringing specialized certificate programs online, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that travel agents can now expand their business with the new Meetings & Events at Sea Certificate Program. (more…)

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MHA Lawyer: Potential CLIA Merger ‘Unusual’

On the subject of one non-profit taking over another: “It’s unusual,” said Samuel J. Erkonen, an attorney from Howe Hutton that has been retained by the Marine Hotel Association (MHA) in regards to a potential merger with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). (cruiseindustrynews.com)

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CLIA Attempting MHA Takeover

The Marine Hotel Association (MHA) and the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore a potential merger of the two organizations. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

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CLIA Responds to Labor Article in California Sunday Magazine

A recent article in the California Sunday Magazine provided a one-sided and inaccurate view of Crewmember employment on cruise ships. The Members of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which comprise more than 95% of all ocean-going cruise ships, see Crewmembers as family.

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Travel Trade Industry Joins Coalition to Combat Wildlife Trafficking Worldwide

Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), American Society for Travel Agents (ASTA), and Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), announced they will be working to help travelers recognize and avoid purchasing the illegal wildlife products that are decimating global populations of elephants, rhinos, tortoises and other endangered species.

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CLIA Strengthens Global Leadership Team

Andy Harmer, former vice president, operations & director, UK & Ireland, has been promoted to senior vice president, membership and Bo Larsen, former vice president, strategic partnerships, has been promoted to senior vice president, strategic partnerships.

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CLIA Revenue Reaches $26.8 Million

The Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) total revenue reached $26,853,544 for fiscal year 2015, according to the non-profit’s 990 Form, on file with the Internal Revenue Service. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

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CLIA Releases 2017 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook and Cruise Travel Trends Forecast

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released the 2017 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, detailing a steady pace of cruise travel interest and significant investment in the industry. CLIA is also predicting the top eight cruise travel trends that will have an impact on the industry in the coming year.







Plan a Cruise Month Is a Springboard to Wave Season

Cruise Lines International Association’s annual “Plan a Cruise” Month is heading into its final week, as agents piggyback on the industry’s support with their own events and promotions. (travelagentcentral.com)

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CLIA to Outline Cruise Ship Safety at SMC 2016

CLIA’s Robert Griffiths, director of technical and regulatory affairs, design and engineering, will discuss the process of weaving safety into every aspect of the cruising experience, from innovative ship design, to operational procedures, to crew training, at the SNAME Maritime Convention 2016 in Bellevue, Washington. (marinelink.com)