LONDON (August 5, 2024) – Colletts Travel, part of Global Travel Collection, announces agency membership with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland, joining one of the world’s largest cruise associations.

The new affiliation will enable Colletts Travel’s independent travel advisors to enhance their expertise in cruise offerings for clients. Independent travel advisors will have increased educational access to a range of sales activities, including ship launches, ship visits and comprehensive training about cruise products available. Colletts Travel will be able to leverage opportunities to foster greater engagement between its independent advisors and cruise partners. 

“For Colletts Travel, joining CLIA is a major step in expanding knowledge and expertise in the cruise segment,” said Abhishek Shankar, Senior Partner Relations and Marketing Manager, EMEA, Global Travel Collection. “Our membership will be particularly beneficial for advisors looking to move into the cruise industry and learn about a different and exciting leisure segment.

We are excited to provide them with the knowledge and tools they need to book cruises for their luxury clients with confidence.”

Andy Harmer, Managing Director of CLIA UK & Ireland, added, “We are delighted to welcome Colletts Travel as a new member of CLIA. Their commitment to enhancing advisor expertise aligns perfectly with our mission to promote cruising and support travel advisors in delivering exceptional cruise experiences. We look forward to supporting Colletts Travel in their growth and success within the cruise industry.” Colletts Travel’s cruise business has seen steady growth, with demand peaking in 2024. The agency hopes to drive continued success and presence in the cruise segment, aided by its membership with CLIA.

Colletts Travel’s CLIA membership is brokered via sister company Barrhead Travel’s existing membership.

About Colletts Travel
Since 1983, Colletts Travel, part of Global Travel Collection, an Internova Travel Group company, has been a pioneer in providing luxury travel, with a personal touch. Over the years, Colletts Travel has nurtured a loyal clientele of like-minded travellers, all looking for professional travel expertise and counsel to help them sate their wanderlust for stress-free luxury travel. Each of Colletts Travel’s advisors takes pride in their personal relationships, ensuring that each luxury travel experience is carefully planned and executed. Colletts Collection is the B2B division of the brand, launched in 2021, offering luxury tour operator services to Internova Travel Group businesses. Colletts Collection specialises in bespoke services, including customised itineraries, concierge services and once in a lifetime experiences. 

About Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is the world’s largest cruise industry trade association, providing a unified voice and leading authority of the global cruise community. On behalf of the industry, together with its members and partners, the organisation supports policies and practices that foster a safe, secure, healthy and sustainable cruise ship environment, as well as promote positive travel experiences.

The CLIA community includes the world’s most prestigious ocean, river and specialty cruise lines; a highly trained and certified travel agent community; and cruise line suppliers and partners, including ports & destinations, ship development, suppliers and business services. The organisation’s global headquarters are located in Washington, DC, with regional offices located in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australasia.

For more information, visit http://www.cruising.org/ or join in the conversation with CLIA on social media on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.