About the Cruise Industry

Leisure cruising began in the early 1800s as a means of travel, but the modern cruise industry emerged in the 1970s.

The cruise industry is one of the most heavily regulated industries with robust, clearly defined standards.

Like all industries, there are industry specific terms, CLIA has gathered a list.

Cruise lines choose the country in which to register their vessels based on several factors.

The size of ships is balanced with approximately one-third of ships in the large, one-third mid-sized, and one-third smaller ships.

Cruise lines employ a multinational workforce, representing more than 150 countries

Cruises that focus on hands-on learning and exploration of places that are often not accessible in any other way.

River Cruising allow passengers to experience multiple, memorable destinations in a short amount of time all while travelling the world’s most famous, historic rivers.

Exclusive hideaways on sought-after islands that cruise lines own or lease to provide their guests unforgettable experiences.