CLIA Press Releases

CRUISE INDUSTRY ADOPTS PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS

fll — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:41:11 +0000

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Washington, DC

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced that its Board of Directors approved the adoption of a “Cruise Industry Passenger Bill of Rights” detailing CLIA members’ commitment to the safety, comfort and care of guests in a number of important areas.

CRUISE3SIXTY ANNOUNCES NEW AGENT EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

fll — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:33:31 +0000

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Fort Lauderdale, FL

With the goal of helping agents “take their business to the next level of success,” Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) will present a comprehensive training curriculum, including the introduction of six new courses at its annual cruise3sixty conference, June 19-23 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

CLIA ANNOUNCES 2013 CRUISE INDUSTRY HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES

fll — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:02:02 +0000

Monday, May 13, 2013

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced three inductees into the 2013 Cruise Industry Hall of Fame. Honored at the Hall of Fame Dinner & Awards gala at the ninth annual cruise3sixty conference at the Vancouver Convention Centre will be: Mark Conroy, executive advisor for Prestige Cruise Holdings and past president of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Michelle Fee, CEO of CruisePlanners, and Michael Drever, past president, CEO and founder of Expedia CruiseShipCenters.

CLIA Names Thomas Fischetti Chief Financial Officer

fll — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:15:28 +0000

Monday, May 13, 2013

Washington, DC

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced that it has named Thomas Fischetti to the position of chief financial officer, reporting to CLIA President and CEO Christine Duffy. His responsibilities for the global cruise industry trade association include financial management, accounting, contracting and internal controls, IT, human resources and oversight of the association’s facilities.

CLIA’s CRUISE3SIXTY APPROACHES SELL-OUT STATUS

fll — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:56:22 +0000

Conference Features Perspectives on Cruise Industry Economics, Training and Business Management

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced today that the ninth annual cruise3sixty conference and trade show is reaching near sell-out status, with nearly 1,300 national and international travel selling professionals registered to attend the event set for June 19-23 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

CLIA Commends International Maritime Organization for Adopting Robust Worldwide Guidelines on Preservation of Evidence and Care of Persons Affected

ramana100 — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:44:41 +0000

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Washington, DC

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today commended the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Legal Committee for adopting at its recent meeting in London a proposal which CLIA co-sponsored on international standards for crime reporting, cooperation between governments, evidence preservation and care for victims.

FIVE TIPS FOR PLANNING A CRUISE WITH TOUGH-TO-PLEASE TEENS

ramana100 — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:40:23 +0000

Choosing the right cruise can provide teens with the independence and activities they want, along with fun the whole family can share.

Monday, April 29, 2013

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Traveling with teenagers can be challenging, as any parent who has ever tried to sightsee with a scowling, foot-dragging, eye-rolling, fledgling-adult can attest. “You’re looking at Ephesus and they’re whining and asking ‘why are we here?’ says Candyce Stapen, a family travel expert and USA Today travel editor. “And if your teenager is unhappy, you will be too.”

Cruising can be an ideal solution for teens, says Stapen. However, there are some important things to keep in mind when planning a cruise getaway with teens that the whole family can enjoy.

Cruise Industry Gives Back Through Community Partnerships

ramana100 — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:16:16 +0000

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Washington, DC

CLIA and its members headquartered in the Seattle area: Holland America Line, Seabourn, Windstar Cruises and Paul Gauguin Cruises, in partnership with volunteer organizers from Seattle Works and staff from Seattle Parks and Recreation, will be at Golden Gardens Park in Seattle on Tuesday, April 23, to participate in a park clean up event in honor of National Volunteer Week this week and Earth Day, April 22. Click below to listen to a special message from CLIA CEO Christine Duffy on this event:

Cruise Industry and Seattle Works Host Volunteer Event to Support Seattle Parks’ Restoration of Golden Gardens

ramana100 — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:39:31 +0000

Over 50 Individuals Participate in Volunteer Day

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Washington, DC

Over 50 volunteers participated today in Golden Gardens Park restoration efforts, hosted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and its member lines Holland America Line, Seabourn, Windstar Cruises, and Paul Gauguin Cruises in partnership with volunteer organizers from Seattle Works, representatives from the Port of Seattle and staff from Seattle Parks and Recreation. The event included restoration of the park’s shoreline, dunes and wetland.

Cruise Industry Highlights Continuing Efforts to Protect the Environments Where It Operates

ramana100 — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:44:44 +0000

Cruise Lines International Association and Its Members Commemorate Earth Day

Monday, April 22, 2013

Washington, DC

In celebration of Earth Day, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today highlighted the ongoing efforts of its member lines to protect the ocean environment.