CLIA, or Cruise Lines International Association, is the leading global trade organization for the cruise industry.
CLIA stands for Cruise Lines International Association, the world’s largest cruise industry trade organization. It represents cruise lines, travel advisors, ports, and suppliers, setting industry standards and promoting cruise travel globally. Travelers may see CLIA certification referenced by cruise-focused travel advisors.
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska season, adding rare itineraries, first-time Nootka Sound cruising and the newly transformed Oosterdam.
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its expanded 2028 Europe season, featuring five ships, record port calls and voyages throughout the year.
TripSuite has launched an MCP server that connects Claude and ChatGPT with agency records, emails, documents and operational workflows.
TravelWits is integrating its booking platform with Travelport, opening the technology to more travel agencies and supporting its international expansion.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings will sell Oceania Sirena while reshaping Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises around larger suites and stronger luxury positioning.
MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska season, with the upgraded MSC Poesia sailing weekly from Seattle between April and September.
FINE will return to Valladolid in March 2027, connecting wineries, destinations, hotels and travel buyers through more than 2,000 scheduled meetings.
Virgin Voyages will deploy Valiant Lady from Amsterdam in summer 2028 for its first cruises through Scandinavia, the Baltics and Norwegian fjords.
Villa Vie Residences will launch its second residential cruise ship, Legacy, in 2029 with larger homes, expanded amenities and dual-ship residency access.
Barcelona is considering combined tourist taxes of up to €30 for short-stay cruise passengers as the city intensifies its overtourism crackdown.
